Prayers of the faithful - first week in Ordinary Time - 12 January 2022

Lord Jesus - you followed the will of the Father.

Christ Jesus - you call us to holiness.

Lord Jesus - you are seated at the right hand of the Father where you intercede for us.

Prayers of the faithful:

We present our prayers to our heavenly Father:

1. For the Church: that we may become better disciples by doing all that God asks of us.

2. For a greater recognition of the Spirit’s gifts: that we utilize the gifts that we have been given and encourage one another to build up the Body of Christ and to serve those who are in need.

3. For a spirit of gratitude and thanksgiving: that we may appreciate the abundance of God’s generosity toward us and rely upon God who never tires of providing for us.

4. For deepening of our relationship with God: that we may grow in intimacy with God, the source of our life, through prayer, reflection, and service.

5. For the sick and shut-in, for the many who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

6. For the prayers we hold in our hearts today.

We present these prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.