For Pope Francis who is often the only voice speaking for the poor and refugees and victims of the whole world while some nations and the wealthy seek only to increase their power.
We pray to the Lord.
For Bishop Christian and all the Canadian bishops as they try to keep the country’s focus on truth and reconciliation as they work with aboriginal peoples.
We pray to the Lord.
For aboriginal people as they try to educate us about the terrible cost of the policy of assimilation.
We pray to the Lord.
For our relatives and friends in the United States as they celebrate their national holiday.
We pray to the Lord.
For the safety of all who are undertaking travel again and for happy and safe reunions of families and for healing prayers and rituals among those who will finally bury family members who have died during the past year.
We pray to the Lord.
For anyone in need of our prayers today, especially those whose physical or mental health has declined during the long isolation and separations during the pandemic.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who have died: Donald Richardson & John Ford; that they will be welcomed into Jesus’ loving embrace.
We pray to the Lord.