Prayers Of The Faithful – May 28

For Pope Francis and the whole Church, that the Holy Spirit will enlighten and guide us as the Church responds to emerging challenges in our ever changing world.
We pray to the Lord.

For the world, where many loud and angry voices call for war and attacks on human life, that the Holy Spirit may open ears and hearts to hear the voice of Christ, our Risen Saviour.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family of faith, that the Holy Spirit will continue to encourage us and give us hope as we work to evangelize and renew.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially families and children, who cannot afford proper food and nutrition or adequate and safe shelter.
We pray to the Lord.

For all who are ill, at home or in hospital, and for caregivers, health care workers and first responders.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Marion Fitzpatrick, Paula Woodworth, Kay Losier, Dr. Lornie MacDonald, Rita Darrah, Alec Tays, Elaine Gallant, Leonard Gilliland, Blondine Vienneau; that our Risen Lord will embrace them and give peace to their families.
We pray to the Lord.

Prayers Of The Faithful – May 21

For Pope Francis and for the millions of people he assists through the activities funded by generous contributors today.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan Family as we rejoice on this Feast of the Ascension and continue to discover the presence of our Risen Lord in the world around us.
We pray to the Lord.

For people who work in the many fields of communication that they will promote values that lead to a more fully human society and that everyone will shield the young and vulnerable from anything that is untrue or contrary to the gospel.
We pray to the Lord.

For oppressed and persecuted members of the Church, especially in China, as we pray for them on May 24th.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially children and families, and a more equitable sharing of the riches and bounty of our country.
We pray to the Lord.

For the sick and for any who have asked for our prayers.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Josephine (Jo) Burke, Tom Coughlan, Ann Marie Shea, Frank Ainsworth, Joye Robichaud; and for their families.
We pray to the Lord.