Sister Sanchez's Prayer Intentions
Sister Stephanie Sanchez, Prayer Coordinator and member of the Theology department faculty, prepares weekly prayer intentions for the benefit of our students, faculty, alumni, extended families and community. Her most recent prayers are listed below. To submit your intentions for inclusion in Sister Sanchez's prayers, contact her at ssanchez@bmchs.org or by phone (405) 842 6638, ext. 284.
15 May 2013
Dear Prayer Partners,
We celebrate the great feast of Pentecost this Sunday. God’s Spirit gives us peace and the strength to love as Jesus loved. This gift of the Spirit and the accompanying charisms are given for “some benefit” which is the building up the Body of Christ, the Church. No matter the talent or ability they need to be used for the benefit of others. We each will be blessed by others’ gifts as they will be blessed by mine. What will you do this week to strengthen your Church community?
Lord of Life, grant eternal rest to all who have died: Doris Jones (Rick Jones’ mother), Rosemary (Sr. Barbara Joseph’s sister), Patricia Grubb’s sister-in-law, Fr. Roberto Quant, Larry Ressler I, Betty Allen, Richard Schwarz, over 1200 who died in the collapsed building in Bangladesh, and all victims of war and violence of any kind
Those nearing death: Cameron Merritt, Agnes Pabst (Janet Todd’s aunt)
Lord, we know that you healed many, so we ask that blessing for those dealing with cancer: Jim (leukemia), Terri Rieke (helps with the Scout/Venture group), Keith Young, Sr. Bernadette Ranallo, Ashley Voss, Megan Simons, David Brown I, David Price, Jim Rice, Peggy, Ed Gallegos, Gayle Huggins, Maria Fredrykowski, Shawn Carl, Mr. Harris, Greg Jones, Mrs. Crelia, Louis, April Claybaugh, Keaton Breedon, Isaac Cook, Chris Sizemore, Madison Watts and two friends from Putnam City North, Mrs. Mlady, Rhonda Gossett, Christy Leichtnam, Matt Allen, Don Young, Steve Newman, Mrs. Joanne Kopp ( problems with port and insurance coverage), Allie Sanderson, Montana, Ali Mustafa, Melanie Byrum, Erma Lynch, Valerie Harper, and all those newly diagnosed and/or those who have begun chemo and/or radiation therapy…
Lord, we also ask the healing most needed for all the sick, but especially for: Audra Plusquellec (Norman North senior who is ill & on dialysis), Mrs. Barajas, Sr. Mary Frances Coker, Russell Westbrook, James Fisher, Susan (Krohn’s disease), Lonny Wall, Cecilia Craine, Chad Peery’s children, the 120 injured in the Boston bombing, soldiers hurt in copter crash, Marilyn Cheatwood, Sarah Hanneken (problems with pregnancy/ Mrs. McGannon’s nephew’s wife), Jose Rosillo, Mr. & Mrs. La Saxon, Cheryl Hill, Katie Hamilton (continued problems with bed sores), Gayle Ferguson, Laura Davidoff, Christian Vannarath, Kent Lee, Danny Miles, Gerald, Tracy, Rick, Goya Grajeda, Pearl Fidel, Paul Tousignant, Lindsey Allen’s father, Ann Fields, Lorene Reynolds, Jackie Skelton and all others with Alzheimer disease, all those in hospitals especially children with cancer, and all BMCHS’ parents, grandparents, and family members who are not feeling well
Special intentions: The Parker family, Gianna McGarry, Billy, Coen Kepley, Jennie Rippenkroeger, Mrs. Mueller, Richard Edmonds, Tek Kreidler and her mom, Luke and Aaron, Gabrielle family, Xavier’s school challenges, Tony & Sarah Pennington’s pregnancy, Ryan Quick, James Fidel, Mr. Podolec, Ms. Jennifer Kelley, Ray Copeland, all the families of Newtown, CT. and Boston, Hannah Hatch, the Harris family, Mr. Byrum, Coach Welch and family, Amberly Smith, Mary Ellis, Burk Lewis and friend (missionaries to Africa), Taylor & Lorryn McGarry / pregnant, Mr. Jones, Erin Noble, Julie Ryan (possible career change), Chris Padgett and his family, Voss family, Fr. Leterneau, Mrs. Cook, Mr. & Mrs. Tran, Derrick, Joanie, Mr. Larson, Mrs. Cooper, Stacy Naifeh & family, Edom family, Christina Bowling’s friend: Mario, Lorne Thomas, Claude Boswell, Robinson family, Anna T., David, Gabrielle, Logan Smith, Keith and his daughter, Mucide’s faith and her family, Beau’s sobriety, Brian and his fiancé, Catherine & Lucas’ engagement, Keeley Mitchell, Kennedy’s family, Melissa and Buddy’s coming marriage, Amber & her husband, Molly McBride and family, Dave Wilson and family, Nick Mitchell and his family, and the Coyle family
In thanksgiving for the accomplishments of the Class of 2013 and the academic and athletic accomplishments of this school year 2012 - 2013
For all our students as they ready for Finals and AP exams; may they study well and seek the Spirit’s guidance
That all Kairos alumni live their 4th Day, day by day, in faith, hope, love, and in service
For all those impacted by adverse weather and natural conditions (wild fires, tornadoes, earthquakes, flooding, etc)
That justice and care for the poor would move world leaders to relieve the distress that afflicts the poor
That all Catholics will give time and effort to strengthen their faith during this “Year of Faith”
That all seeking employment be successful in procuring jobs, especially Beverly Sanchez and Heidi
For the needs and intentions of all our alumni as they deal with the rigors and challenges of college life, strive to meet family needs, and attempt to share their faith in daily life
That God’s Spirit will shower many graces and blessings on: Pope Francis, Pope Benedict XVI emeritus, Archbishop Coakley, Archbishop Beltran, all priests, especially those receiving new assignments, our seminarians especially those to be ordained deacons, those studying for the permanent deaconate, and our retiring priests
That the BMCHS’ students and faculty rejoice in the graces provided by the coming of God’s Spirit
That all our servicemen and women be kept safe, free from harm and return to their families soon, especially for Mitch McGarry, Victor Chavez, Hannah Kohlness, Patrick Minnich, Abram McNeil, Russ Johnson, Brian Jackson, Brad Nutty, Capt. Justin Mancinelli, Joey Miles, Kelly Patterson, Zac Morton, and all others in our acquaintance
That Sarah Pennington, Lorryn McGarry and all those pregnant rejoice in the new life they have contributed to and be examples to our world of true love and respect for life from womb to tomb
That violence be replaced by justice, love, peace, forgiveness, and understanding for people in the many places in our world where suffering, violence, prejudice, and injustice cause harm to human life
Bless and protect all our family members, especially grandparents and older relatives, as they deal with the life challenges of aging and/or long-term illnesses
May our families and homes be places of peace, love and acceptance and never places of physical violence towards each other
That our benefactors and all who are associated with our BMCHS’ family be particularly blessed with a desire for holiness, forgiveness of heart, and growth in faith
That God would gift with courage, hope, and faith families dealing with long-term illnesses, financial problems, addictions, Bullying and/or any other life altering challenges
For the needs and intentions of foster children, their foster families, and their ‘birth’ families
For an end to bullying, and for families, especially Kurt & Laura Smalley, impacted by bullying and its results
For blessings on our Administration, teachers, office staff, maintenance and kitchen crews, library staff, Counselors and all our families as we continue to move toward the completion of this 2012 – 2013 school year
For an end to human and drug trafficking so that people can reach their God-given potential as children of God and may those who work with and for the poor be blessed for their efforts, especially Malala Yousafzai (Pakistan) and Saher Gul (Afghanistan)
For Cynthia and her 4 sons; may her oldest, Benjamin, and all others, especially Hayden Lopez be freed from their addiction to drugs and Pornography
That those suffering from darkness in their life may turn to the Light offered by God’s Spirit
That those who entered the Church this past Easter continue to grow in their faith, love, knowledge of the Lord, and dedicated to the Lord
That God’s Spirit would guide the Supreme Court Justices as they discuss the many questions which have moral and social ramifications
The following intentions need ongoing prayer
Those recently deceased:
5 California women who died in a limousine fire, soldiers and airmen killed in a bombing and cargo plane crash in Afghanistan, Mylie Ferguson, those who died in the fertilizer plant explosion in Waco, TX, Marvin Martin, “Mac” Maguire, Martin Richard and others killed in Boston bombing, Chad Peery, and Lilly Garcia
Those dealing with cancer: Cecelia Ann Carter, Patricia Grubb’s relative, Hayden Lee’s father, Mal’s grandfather, a pregnant woman diagnosed with leukemia, Montana, Sherri Carrero, Mr. Brown, Mickey Cooper, Mrs. Watson, Ashley, Lisa Schnorrenberg, Connie Ellison, Pat Brown, Ms. Marquis’ 91 yr. old mother, Denise Shupe, Julia Davidoff’s cousin, Spencer, Uncle Gordon, Francois Wilson, Mr. Romana, Mrs. Richmond, Joan, Lynn, Joe Lies, Bonnie Nolen, Ivy Stafford, Mrs. Richmond, Shelby Milligan, Griffin, Greg, Katie’s mom, Audrey Jurgens, Jessica Hatcher, Raymond Wesley, Katrina Larson, Les Lewis, Katy Davis, Clara Harness, Karen Matron, Daniel’s mom, Lisa Franklin, a friend’s father, Greg Porter, Kristi Dawn, Bob Engle, Carroll Jackson, Sheri Reinauer Waugh, Gina Menke, Bob Cross, Stan Grossman, Alva Cheatwood, Jessica, Bill Callaway, Olivia, Price, Becca, Mrs. Davis, Katie O’Halloren, Michael, Lily Guzman, Lorene Warhola, Yonathan Lazar, Steve Lowther, Vickie Randall, Rick Ronk, Wayne & Shirley Shinn, Grace, Josie, Jody, Richard Allen, Dara Hauck, Jordan's grandfather, Joanie Clark, Michelle Thompkins, Sara Robinson, Taylor Brandt, Tony Buck, Therese Hurt, Max, Gabriel, Alyssa Pickett Griffey, Jack Dahlgren, Randal Bowan, Therese Norris, Coleman Schmidt, Connor Stevenson's mother, Mr. McCrimmon, Toni Nichols, Paul, A.D., Bill & Dorothy Thomas, Scott Schmitt, Joe Flagg, Laura Pitts, Julia Hohner, David Freiberger, David Theriot, Jeanette Marks, Shawn Coker, Mrs. Prinzo, & Terry
The sick among us: All who have been recommended to our prayers who are still in need of God’s gracious help
The needs and Intentions: Derby family, Ashley, Lowry Family, Kenworthy / Kanaly families, McAuliff family, Wrights’ family, Glover family, Ernie Roy and Seiko, Eric Riggs John Hogan, Amy Jacobs and son: Tyler, Mrs. Dugger and her family, Brett Hutchison, Annette M., Kelley and her baby, all children of those deployed in the military, Matilda Galindo, Carol Jolly, Leslea Brown, Mrs. Frazier, Katelyn Simmons, Julie, Janet and her family, Jonathan Thompson, Ida, Mr. Kearns, Jackie La Mar Shannohouse (wants to conceive), Grant, Margaret & Mary, Cher and her new born son, Carlee Schmidt, the Smittle family, Sivan, Mrs. Smallwood, Brenda, Mr. & Mrs. Smalley, Mr. Head, Brenden Blanchard, Julia Wilson, Janey Daly, Mary Meyers and her family, Jessie Boone, Jackie Francois and her ministry, and all our alumni and former staff members, the Tubbs family, Don Cruse, Olga & Cesar and family, the Taylor family, Mattie, Mr. And Mrs. Cheatwood, Joey, Alexa Browning, and Maddie Lyon, May Ray Dell McClesky and his son Trey who suffers from Hydro encephalitis, Eric Sparkman, Brett Stacey, John Lane, T. J. Rogers and their children be blessed for their donated work for Katy Hamilton’s aqua therapy room and pool
