Tag: prayer

Exaltation of the Holy Cross, September 14, 2025 Knowing that the Father sent his Son into the world not to condemn us but to save us, we offer our prayers with confidence in His love.      That through today’s Ecumenical Commemoration of Martyrs and Witnesses of the Faith of the Twenty-first Century, the blood of these… Continue reading Exaltation of the Holy Cross, September 14, 2025

Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025 We offer our prayers to the Father as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, asking for the grace to live with complete devotion to her Son.  That bishops will embrace their offices as opportunities to be of service, to embrace… Continue reading Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15, 2025

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 3, 2025 We turn to the Father asking for humility so that sorrow and grief will not be our occupation and our minds may be ever at rest. 1. That we will join with Pope Leo so that our Church will be a unified force for peace and strong… Continue reading 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 3, 2025

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 20, 2025 God, our Father, having heard the message of the Gospel, we offer our prayers asking for the grace to be people who welcome those we encounter who are in need.   That we will strive to be “a missionary Church, a Church that builds bridges and encourages dialogue,… Continue reading 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 20, 2025

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 13, 2025 We ask the Father this day for the grace and wisdom to be people of compassion and hope in our troubled world. “That the church will not grow complacent in her efforts as best possible to ensure the protection of children, vulnerable adults, and all people in… Continue reading 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 13, 2025

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 6, 2025 We offer our prayers to the Father asking that our hearts may rejoice and our bodies may flourish like the grass.  That the Church will promote “transparent processes and sincere listening” so that “a culture of prevention [will thrive] that does not tolerate any form of abuse… Continue reading 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time July 6, 2025

Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025 We come to the Father asking that he send his Spirit to enlighten and guide each of us so that we may do his will.    That Pope Leo, who echoed Jesus with his declaration, “Peace be with all of you,” will be guided by the Holy Spirit as he leads… Continue reading Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025