Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica

For Pope Leo XIV, Bishop of Rome,
for (Insert name, Bishop of (Insert Diocese)
for courage, right judgment, health and wisdom.
We pray to the Lord.

For the Church throughout the world,
may we rejoice in our unity, celebrate our diversity,
and work ever more fervently to reach out to others,
sharing our resources and our joy.
We pray to the Lord.

For peace among nations, states and communities,
for an end to violence, hatred, war and aggression.
We pray to the Lord.

For those elected to public office,
may they promote justice, respect all life and serve the common good,
with a fundamental concern for all who struggle and are burdened.
We pray to the Lord.

For our hungry, poor, and neglected,
for all who are bullied and abused,
for food and safety, for dignity and respect,
may they be embraced by a healing mantle of love.
We pray to the Lord.

For our parish,
may we truly be a welcoming Catholic community,
where the love of Jesus Christ is learned and lived, sung and shared.
We pray to the Lord.

For (Insert Names)
and all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, may they rest in peace
We pray to the Lord.

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