Prayers Of The Faithful – March 19

For Pope Francis and the Church throughout the world as we honour St. Joseph, Patron of the Universal Church and of the Church in Canada.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian as he celebrates the ninth anniversary of his ordination as Bishop this weekend.
We pray to the Lord.

For our Diocesan family as we gratefully remember the service of Bishop J. Edward Troy who has entered eternal life.
We pray to the Lord.

For the children and young adults in our Religious Education program preparing to receive the Sacraments and for their teachers and families.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor and for families with children who face endless challenges providing housing and food and passing on our faith.
We pray to the Lord.

For any who are ill, at home or in hospital, and for individuals and families affected by mental illness or addiction.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Most Rev. J. Edward Troy, Mary Frawley, Filippo Rocca, Ann Green, Anita Barnes, John McAloon, Shirley Cormier, Marion Fitzpatrick, Joan Wall, Henrietta Hubbard, Lino Pascon, Helen Vickers, Frances Lamont; and for their families.
We pray to the Lord.