Petitions for an Election Year

These petitions invite us to pray for all members of our communities, especially those impacted by the decisions we make. Together, let’s continue to uphold the dignity of every person as we navigate these important moments.

Here is a sample of the prayers –

Let us pray for all candidates who desire to serve in our national and local government [silence]:
May all seeking election commit themselves to the common good
and encourage a peaceful response
so that our nation may be faithful to its pledge of liberty and justice for all.
We pray.

Let us pray for reconciliation among families and friends divided [silence]:
May we learn to love each other despite our differences
and focus on the work that continues beyond this election:
the work of unity, respect for one another and for all life, and peace in our land. We pray.

Let us pray for the ones most affected by the choices we make [silence]:
In all we do, may we keep the merciful face of Christ ever before us
who is seen in those who are poor, refugees, or migrants,
those who are sick or without homes, those without food or meaningful work,
those unborn, and those whose lives are unvalued. We pray.