- For the Church: that we may draw close to Christ, who is the gate to eternal life and the way to wholeness.
We pray to the Lord.
- For spiritual growth: that Spirit will help us implement disciplines that will deepen our knowledge and love of God and increase our ability to respond to God’s invitations each day.
We pray to the Lord.
- For fortitude: that we may resist the easy path of violence, greed, prejudice, self-righteousness, and strive to encourage and support one another in following Christ in our unique vocations.
We pray to the Lord.
- For all doctors, nurses and healthcare professionals: may they be permitted to function according to their conscience and help them respond with love and mercy
We pray to the Lord.
- For all who are ill: may God heal them in their need. Let us pray especially for those whose names have been placed on our altar.
We pray to the Lord.
- For all who have died: may God’s love and forgiveness give them eternal rest.
We pray to the Lord.