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

  For its unity in witness and service 

  For all bishops and otehr 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 &mdash.) 

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

*Silence* 

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 member of your holy Church, that in their 
vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly server 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. 

*Silence* 

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 tranquility your dominion may