Posts from November 2022

5 Items

PETITIONS for the FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

by Joan McGowan

  November 26-27, 2022 As we begin the Season of Advent and conclude Black Catholic History month, let us go rejoicing, bringing God’s hope of a world  in which the gifts of Blackness are cherished everywhere Let us pray for our elected officials, and for leaders throughout the world. May they bring hope for an end […]

PETITIONS for FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING

by Joan McGowan

November 19-20, 2022 Christ our King, you showed us how valuable each human life is.  Help us embrace all, despite our differences in faith, race, nationality, and beliefs. Pope Francis calls us to live lives of gratitude and to respect the gifts of creation.  May we individually and collectively become aware of what we use and how […]

Reflections on the Camino

by svwebmaster

by Christine Eberle Many thanks to everyone who held us in prayer during the Ignatian Camino!  It was a profound experience, one that we are going to continue to unpack long after our suitcases are put away. We look forward to sharing stories as we see you. Meanwhile, here’s my blog post from one week […]

PETITIONS FOR THE 33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

by Joan McGowan

Loving God, we pray for your Church throughout the world and especially for our St. Vincent family.  Guide and direct us as we address the issues of climate change, racism, and gun control.  We pray for our newly elected political leaders. May they work for justice, show compassion, and lift up the poor and marginalized in […]

PETITIONS for the 32nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

by Joan McGowan

November 5 and 6 Lord Jesus, we pray for Pope Francis.  May he be strengthened for the work you have called him to do, and through the work of the synod may church leaders be inspired to welcome everyone. Lord Jesus, during Black Catholic History month guide your church to look for you in all people. […]