For Pope Francis as he embarks on a Pastoral Visit to the Congo and a pilgrimage of Peace to South Sudan and for people there.
We pray to the Lord.
For Christians around the world especially Catholics being martyred in Nigeria and Christians being persecuted in India.
We pray to the Lord.
For Bishop Christian as he leads catechists from the Diocese on retreat this weekend at Villa Madonna and for the countless children and families who are enriched by their faith and work.
We pray to the Lord.
For men and women in Religious Life as the Church observes the World Day for Consecrated Life and for young men and women looking for ways to live their faith and spread the Gospel.
We pray to the Lord.
For the poor and homeless, especially children and families.
We pray to the Lord.
For anyone who is sick and in need of our prayers.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who have died: Leo McCullough, Herb Tozer, Joan Johnston, Carol Keyes, Lorraine Lynch; and for their families and friends.
We pray to the Lord.