For Pope Francis, that God will strengthen him as he brings the ministry of St. Peter to the world.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and all the bishops of Canada who continue the work of reconciliation and healing with aboriginal Canadians.
We pray to the Lord.

For a lessening of aggression on the part of some nations that threaten the peace and survival of the world.
We pray to the Lord.

For families facing so much pressure from rising prices for food and housing and growing intrusion into family life by conflicting values imposed by popular culture.
We pray to the Lord.

For our relatives and friends of Acadian heritage as they celebrate their patronal feast of the Assumption of Mary, Star of the Sea.
We pray to the Lord.

For people who are ill, at home or in hospital and for anyone facing long waiting times for diagnosis and treatment.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Harold Fulton, Kevin Smith, Mildred Coyle, Gino Rego, Adrian Coleman, Pat (Lunney) McIntyre, Arlene Powell; and for families in mourning.
We pray to the Lord.