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A reader writes:<\/p>\n

I\u2019ll take this opportunity to request prayers for my next door neighbor, a helpful friend for nearly 40 years. He recently had surgery for a second round of cancer and soon will begin chemo. Unfortunately, he isn\u2019t religious and reacted negatively to the offer of people praying for him. His wife, however appreciates such efforts.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Father, hear our prayer that this man might know your complete healing in body, soul, and spirit. Grant skill and compassion to his caregivers and grace, consolation, peace, hope, and strength to all who love him. We ask all this through Christ our Lord. Mother Mary, St. Peregrine and St. Luke, pray for him. Amen!<\/p>\n
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