Pray that children waiting to be placed in a loving home and the caregivers who serve those children will find strength and support from the Church.
Pray that God would continue to grant Catholic institutions the wisdom and courage to serve a world suffering the effects of the COVID pandemic.
Pray that the dignity of all people will be respected in our country.
Pray that Christian witness in the face of attacks on our churches will convert hearts to faith in Jesus Christ.
Pray for our Catholic sisters and brothers who are suffering in Nicaragua.
Pray that governments would respect the consciences of all people who care for the sick and vulnerable.
Pray for Christians in Iraq, and that people of all faiths in the land of Abraham may live in peace.
Pray that Christians will have the courage to speak the truth with kindness and clarity, even in the face of adversity.
Pray that through our prayer, reflection and action this Religious Freedom Week, we form stronger bonds with Catholics around the world and locally whose religious freedom is challenged, as well as have the courage to come to their defense.
