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 Let us pray for the holy Catholic Church of Christ throughout the world;


 * For its unity in witness and service
 * For all bishops and other ministers
 * and the people whom they serve
 * For N., our Bishop, and all the people of this diocese
 * For all Christians in this community
 * For those about to be baptized (particularly___________)

That God will confirm his Church in faith, increase it in love, and preserve it in peace.

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified:  Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before  you for all members of your holy Church, that in their  vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you;  through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Let us pray for all nations and peoples of the earth, and for those in authority among them;


 * For N., the President of the United States
 * For the Congress and the Supreme Court
 * For the Members and Representatives of the United Nations
 * For all who serve the common good

That by God’s help they may seek justice and truth, and live in peace and concord.

Almighty God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of peace, and guide with your wisdom those who take counsel for  the nations of the earth; that in tranquillity your dominion may