November 24, 2024

Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Let us pray for our leaders in faith. May Francis, our Pope, and __, our Bishop, live the prophetic mystery of Christ’s presence in the Eucharist. May they find joy in their search toward Christ the King.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for people desiring baptism at Easter. May the journey of our catechumens be filled with hope as they surrender to Christ’s love for them. May the Word of God be forever on their lips.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for peace in this last weekend of our liturgical year. May our worship and praise bring us profound joy on earth. May we discover new hope in surrendering to God’s life within us.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for people on the margins of society. May our brothers and sisters who seek shelter on the streets discover the protective ground of our care for them. May we welcome all who seek Christ here on earth.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for peace in our world. May wars be silenced. May divisions become new ground to discover the dignity of all humanity. May hope be born on the earth.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for government leaders in every nation. May we all seek the hope of Christ the King. May we live on level lands of unity and compassion.
We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for all who cannot bear their pain. May our bodies and minds be eased in our surrender to Christ the King. May all earthly turmoil become a place of deep and abiding faith.
We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for all prisoners. May freedom of heart be offered to people surviving in our earthly prisons. May hope knock on the door of every human heart. May Christ the King give us the joy of human dignity.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for our loved ones who have died. May they find peace for all eternity in the face of Christ the King.

We pray to the Lord.

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November 17, 2024

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Francis, our Pope, and __, our Bishop. May our leaders lean on the strength of the gospel. May faith become their freedom and hope become a lasting light.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who have lost faith and feel diminished by the church. May God enrich the weary, those who most need community, acceptance, and a place to thrive on earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For people lost in addiction and anxiety. May we finally surrender to the joy of God’s love within us. May we savor our place in God’s desire to be close to us.

We pray to the Lord.

For people struggling to find a place to live. May adequate housing be available for all families. May we all find shelter in God’s protective grace.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who teach others. May all teachers, mentors and parents speak of faith, hope and love for a new generation. May our earthly vocations lead us to God’s eternal presence.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who live with physical pain and mental anguish. May God ease our burdens and create calm within us this day. May our reliance on the Holy Spirit lead us safely home.

We pray to the Lord.

For people in need of reconciliation. May we mend our differences in faith. May hope be our guide and wisdom become a light that leads to heaven.

We pray to the Lord.

For people struggling to affirm their gifts and talents. May we allow God to inspire hope within us. May our weariness become a source of strength to spread the gospel of justice and peace.
We pray to the Lord.

For people who have taken their last breath on earth. May our beloved dead find home and peace in eternal life.

We pray to the Lord.

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November 10, 2024

Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

For those who show us the way to faith and generosity. May Francis, our Pope, and __, our Bishop, model faith in prayer and in service.

We pray to the Lord.

For a rich desire to serve as Christ teaches us. May our young find joy in self-offering. May we all put down our fears and listen to the needs of the broken-hearted.

We pray to the Lord.

For people facing poverty and extreme loss. May all who seek shelter and food for survival find the protection of Christ Jesus. May God offer hope for the common good.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who tire of life and who live with chronic depression. May we stretch out our hands in support of people who need us. May God comfort those who seek a restful place in life.

We pray to the Lord.

For kindness in our family relationships. May we ease our tensions and strengthen the bonds of family life. May God show us true support and thriving.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who are ill and in need of healthcare. May people find the resources to support their health and wellbeing. May God heal the wounds of disease.

We pray to the Lord.

For a new awareness of our gifts, talents and energies. May we learn to give of ourselves with a new zeal for the betterment of other people. May we find hope in Christ who calls us to serve beyond our expertise.

We pray to the Lord.

For the healing of our planet. May our resources of science and faith show us how to heal our planet for the next generations.

We pray to the Lord.

For our loved ones who have died. May we examine our grief as we pray for our loved ones who now see Jesus Christ face to face.

We pray to the Lord.

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November 1, 2024

Solemnity of All Saints

For Francis, our Pope, and __, our Bishop. May all who search for Christ surrender to the beauty of God and the call to humility, love and compassion.

We pray to the Lord.

For all followers of the Christ. May our lives find joy in our quest for the face of Jesus Christ. May our riches be known in our service toward others. May the saints show us how to generously live upon the earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who face difficult decisions. May we find courage to implement gospel truth. May we thrive in faith, hope and love.
We pray to the Lord.

For people whose lives feel barren and joyless. May we seek the face of Christ to inherit mercy and reconciliation in our day and in our relationships.

We pray to the Lord.

For all imprisoned by joblessness. May we all find work to enhance our gifts and adequate pay to support our families.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who ache to discover God in their daily lives. May we surrender in our prayer to the healing love of Christ Jesus. May our words and silence become the ground of love here on earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For Christian unity in our search or the face of Christ. May we all seek to become loving believers on earth so to find our home in eternal life.

We pray to the Lord.

For people living in severe pain and emotional loss. May all who know the threats of agony discover the healing power of Christ Jesus. May the love of Christ be upon us all.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May we rely upon the saints of heaven to welcome our loved ones in death. May the face of Christ show us complete joy.

We pray to the Lord.

November 3, 2024

Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time

For Francis, our Pope, and ___, our Bishop. May our leaders seek Christ and view the needs of others with respect and honesty. May we offer all things to Christ and work for those who need the basics of life.

We pray to the Lord.

For a worthy expression of love constantly in our hearts. May we love people as ourselves. May God’s abundant grace flow through our lives and hearts.

We pray to the Lord.  

For a deeper and more loving response to the needs of the earth. May our rich heritage of science, education, skills and talents, be used for the common good of the earth.

We pray to the Lord.

For our nation as elections draw near. May we seek compassion and care for our lives, our families, our beloved poor. May our conscience find clarity and integrity. May our decisions rest in God’s care for us.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who resist change. May reconciliation and peace be constantly on our lips. May hope flourish even when we are reluctant to view life differently.

We pray to the Lord.

For all who survive in our prison systems. May love and support be offered for people who know the darkness of prison life. May hope in Christ not become a shallow treasure.

We pray to the Lord.

For people who feel they do not belong in society. May they find courage for another day and may their hearts flourish in Christ’s kindness and presence.

We pray to the Lord.

For our elderly who cannot sleep in the nighttime. May reconciliation and kindness be offered to our elders. May peace thrive and anxiety be eased.

We pray to the Lord.

For a new generation of seminarians within our church. May love be bountiful and in full measure as the next generation learns the beauty of faith and dedicated service.

We pray to the Lord.

For our beloved dead. May our friends and relatives now sleep in peace. May they find the beauty and the glory of Christ’s presence for all eternity.

We pray to the Lord.