A Prayer for Minneapolis, Minnesota

Our Lady of the Annunciation,
ora pro nobis

We offer our deepest prayers and condolences for the victims of the tragic anti-Catholic terrorist attack at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. In this moment of sorrow, we stand in solidarity with the faithful of Annunciation Parish, entrusting the souls of the departed and the healing of the wounded to the mercy of God.

May St. Paul, patron of the city, St. John Vianney, secondary co-patron, and Our Lady of the Annunciation, patroness of the parish, intercede for all who grieve and watch over the community with care and protection.

Prayer for the victims

Loving God, welcome into your arms the victims of violence and terrorism. Comfort their families and all who grieve for them. Help us in our fear and uncertainty, and bless us with the knowledge that we are secure in your love. Strengthen all those who work for peace, and may the peace that the world cannot give reign in our hearts. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen.