For Pope Leo as he calls for the release and safe return of the priests and seminarians kidnapped in Africa and for the many thousands who are persecuted for their faith.
We pray to the Lord.
For the poor people of the world as the richest people continue to amass more wealth at their expense.
We pray to the Lord.
For families facing separation and for children and grandchildren who have left home to live on the street as we remember St. Monica and St. Augustine this week.
We pray to the Lord.
For people who are sick at home or in hospital.
We pray to the Lord.
For the safety of travellers as summer vacations draw to close.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who have died: Philip Doiron, Dawn Marie Shea, Sheila Christian, Clarence Doucette; and for families in mourning.
We pray to the Lord.