Prayers Of The Faithful – May 17

For Pope Leo and for the many generous people who will support his work through the special Pastoral Works collection.
We pray to the Lord.

For leaders of nations: that they consider the lives of all people in resolving conflicts through peaceful negotiation.
We pray to the Lord.

For all who work in the field of Communications that they will endeavour to find and report the truth and for the safety of journalists in war zones.
We pray to the Lord.

For the many children and young adults who have received Sacraments for the first time this month and for growth in their understanding of God and their faith in Him.
We pray to the Lord.

For the millions of people suffering from financial insecurity.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who are ill at home or in hospital.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Patrick Garey, Elaine Coooper, Patricia Ann Fowler, Kay Stevens, James McCarron, Pauline Logan, Dolores Ferris, Michael Morrison, Mary Anne LeBlanc (sister of Fr. Michael LeBlanc).
We pray to the Lord.

Prayers Of The Faithful – May 10

For Pope Leo and the whole Church during this month dedicated to Our Blessed Mother and praying the Rosary.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and the Priests of the Diocese as they gather at Villa Madonna this week for their annual retreat.
We pray to the Lord.

For a renewed response to the request of Our Lady of Fatima to pray that the world will be spared from nuclear war.
We pray to the Lord.

For our country during National Family and Life Week and a growing awareness of Jesus’ words “I am with you always”.
We pray to the Lord.

For our mothers and grandmothers let us pray in gratitude for their love, compassion and faith as we mark Mothers’ Day.
We pray to the Lord.

For all who are ill at home or in hospital.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Marie Gray, Darlene Clayton, John Douglas Finlay, Lynn Enman.
We pray to the Lord.