Penitential rite -
Lord Jesus - you are the light of the world - Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus - you are the Son of God and Son of Mary - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus - you are the Savior of the world - Lord have mercy.
PRIEST: With Christ’s light shining on us these days of the Christmas season, let us pray to God for our own needs, the needs of the church and the needs of the world.
1. For Christians everywhere: that they may be a source of light to a darkened world.
2. For world leaders: that Christ, the light of the world, may turn their minds and hearts to thoughts of peace, reconciliation and healing.
3. For the sick and the lonely: that Christ who shared our humanity may renew their strength and rekindle their hope.
4. For prisoners, the homeless, the unemployed, and those struggling with mental illness and addictions: that Christ’s light may penetrate their darkness.
5. For those who are traveling this holiday season: that they may reach their destination safely.
6. For those who are grieving the loss of a loved one: that the light of God’s consolation may shine on them.
7. For those who are away from home this Christmas: that they may know that they are not forgotten. Lord hear us
8. For our families: that Christmas may find them united in love.
9. For the prayers we hold in our hearts.
PRIEST: God of love and mercy, may your Son scatter the darkness of the world and make it radiant with his light. May we follow him faithfully and come to the light that shines forever. We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.
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