Compendium of Prayers - Question

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Can I write down everything and everyone I pray for in a booklet and then say a prayer, “for all and everything in my booklet”, instead of trying to think of everything when I pray?😉 This list gets longer. Thanks!
 
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Dear Father,

For everyone in this book.

Amen.

Reminds me of Bruce Almighty.
 
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Can I write down everything and everyone I pray for in a booklet and then say a prayer, “for all and everything in my booklet”, instead of trying to think of everything when I pray?😉 This list gets longer. Thanks!
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Think about this: There are societies and monasteries and many associations who bring the prayers of their members to the Lord. These can number in the thousands (think of Lourdes, for example). I’m pretty sure the good nuns, brothers and priests wouldn’t have time for their own devotions if they articulated every prayer request individually. Having said that, it’s nice to bring others’ needs before the Lord by name. It really depends on how much time you have, not so much on how much time you want to spend. I don’t see a problem with “for all and everything in my booklet”. You might want to pull out a name or need or two to pray for especially. Of course, things change and updates occur. The Lord knows what’s in your heart. If you’re overwhelmed by prayer requests, you might re-think your process. +JMJ+
 
I’d suggest categorizing the needs - including the names under the needs - and then saying a prayer for those people.

For instance:

Health concerns - - One prayer including the names listed.

Bob
Mary
Lisa

Relationship problems - One prayer including the names listed.

Anne
Paula
Martin
 
Very thoughtful suggestions; thank you so much! I’m thinking now that writing the prayer intentions in my booklet will also help me to remember everyone and everything. I can look over it and say the intentions aloud when I have the time.
If I’m pressed for time; I’ll say a prayer for the book’s contents.👍
 
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