For Pope Francis, as he celebrates his birthday, that God will give him strength and health to proclaim Christ to the world.
We pray to the Lord.
For the world, that the angry sounds of war and division might become silent to hear the words of forgiveness and peace.
We pray to the Lord.
For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family of faith, that we might be like John the Baptist preparing hearts to receive Christ.
We pray to the Lord.
For the poor, especially families, who will benefit from the generosity of our parish family and for each one who has given.
We pray to the Lord.
For all expectant parents, especially single mothers, and for gentle and wise older parents to encourage them.
We pray to the Lord.
For each one who is ill or awaiting surgery or diagnostic tests, and for the ones who love them and comfort and heal them.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who have died: Suzanne MacFarlane, Oland Stewart, Murray Bacon, Marina Gale, June Russell, David Addison, Tammy Lemaire; and for families and friends who mourn during this season of hope.
We pray to the Lord.