Prayers Of The Faithful – March 12

For Pope Francis as he celebrates the tenth anniversary of his election as Successor of St. Peter as Bishop of Rome.
We pray to the Lord.

For Christians and all people of faith who are persecuted and for Catholics in Nicaragua and China living under constant threat.
We pray to the Lord.

For people preparing for Baptism during this Lent and for a strengthening of faith for all who are Baptized.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family and for all people of Irish heritage as we celebrate the Feast of St. Patrick, secondary patron of our Diocese, on Friday.
We pray to the Lord.

For the safe return to school of our children and grandchildren and all students after their March Break.
We pray to the Lord.

For any who are sick and in need of our prayers.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially children and families, and for an end to the cycle of inflation and greed causing so much misery.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Bernie Stafford, Maria Rocca, Bob Mawhinney, Adrian Tobin, Sharon Barbosa; and for their families and friends.
We pray to the Lord.