July 12

FOCAL POINT:

“This type of prayer [common prayer] is efficacious because Christ is in our midst when we pray together. Moreover, the Holy Spirit can speak to us through others when we are united in spontaneous prayer.” (Con. 60)

Deceased:

Br. Thomas Guzy, 1971, Chicago, USA

Birthday:

Fr. Miroslaw Knap, 1965, Poland

1. For our country, for civil rulers on the local and national levels.
2. For our parishioners, students and co-workers.
3. For all people who are displaced due to terrorism and violence.

FURTHER REFLECTION:

“The fraternal life, understood as a life shared in love, is an eloquent sign of ecclesial communion.” (Vita Consecrata, 42)