prayers of the faithful - 4 January 2021 - Tuesday after Epiphany

Lord Jesus - you are the light of the nations. 

Christ Jesus - you are the prince of peace.  

Lord Jesus - you are our hope and our joy.  

PRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL 

PRIEST: The light of Christ is revealed to all the nations of the world during this holy season of Christmas.  Let us now turn to God our Father, confident that he will hear and answer our prayers. 

1. For the whole Church, that all who follow Jesus will continue to lead others to his light. 

2.For peace on earth, that the peace which Christ brings will become a reality for all nations. 

3. For all who have died or are suffering as a result of violence, warfare or natural disasters. We pray for an end to such violence and conflicts.  

4. For all who are seeking meaning and purpose in their lives that, at the end of their searching, they will come to recognize Christ as the source of wisdom and light in the world.

5. For the parishes of our Diocese, that we may build strong community of faith in order for us to be powerful witnesses to the presence of God in the world. 

6. For all who are sick or suffering, neglected or bereaved, that the light of Christ will lead them out of darkness. 

7. For the prayers we hold today in the silence of our hearts.  

PRIEST: Father of light, you revealed to people of faith your Word made flesh. Your light is strong, your love is sure. Draw us beyond the limits of this world into your eternal life. We make this prayer through Christ our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.