Prayers Of The Faithful – July 2

For Pope Francis and for the Church throughout the world.
We pray to the Lord.

For our country, Canada, and a renewed respect for life at all stages, from conception to natural death.
We pray to the Lord.

For our relatives and friends and all our neighbours to the south as the United States celebrates Independence Day.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and for the sanctification of all priests.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially families with children.
We pray to the Lord.

For the safety of children on summer vacation and for the safety of travelers on this holiday weekend.
We pray to the Lord.

For all people who are ill and for their caregivers and families.
We pray to the Lord.

For the faithful departed, especially Carol Laughton, Lillian Melanson, Ralph Joseph McCormick, Stephen McIllwraith; that they will rise again with Christ.
We pray to the Lord.