Prayers of the faithful - Feast of the Epiphany - 5 January 2019

Penitential rite:

As we rejoice in God’s forgiveness, let us call to mind our sins and our need for God’s mercy: 

Lord Jesus, you came to gather the nations into the peace of God’s kingdom - Lord have mercy. 

Christ Jesus, you come to us in word and in sacrament to strengthen us in holiness - Christ have mercy. 

Lord Jesus, you will come in glory with salvation for your people - Lord have mercy. 

Prayers of the faithful: 

PRIEST:  Let us bring our prayers to God, who hears us when we cry out for help:

1. For the people of all nations — that they may believe the Good News of salvation.

2. For people of all faith traditions - may we work together towards healing and peace. 

3. For all Christians, that together they may meet the challenges facing humanity. 

4. For those in our midst who are sick or in sorrow, that God may be close to them in their pain and in their grief.  

5. For our friends and relatives who have died,  that eternal salvation may be theirs. 

6. For the prayers we hold in our hearts. 

PRIEST:  O God, you rule the earth with justice:  help us according to our needs, we pray, through Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.