Introduction: We welcome all of you to Mass today as we celebrate the Immaculate Conception in the midst of the Advent season. As Mary was conceived without sin to bear God’s son, so we ourselves are reborn without sin in the waters of baptism. In faith and wonder, let us approach this sacred mystery as we celebrate our Blessed Mother in a special way in the midst of our Advent journey.
Penitential Rite
Lord Jesus - you protected Mary from sin - Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus - you sanctified Mary in your presence - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus - you presented Mary to your Church - Lord have mercy.
Prayers of the faithful
Priest: As we celebrate our Mother Mary today in a special way, let us present our prayers to God, who has brought salvation to all the world.
1. For the Holy Church, that Christians may do God’s will cheerfully, as Mary did in her life. We pray to the Lord.
2. For the nations of the world and their leaders, that they may reach out to the needy and the forgotten with compassion and mercy. We pray to the Lord.
3. For believers everywhere, that experiencing God’s mercy, they may be merciful to others and work toward reconciliation and healing. We pray to the Lord.
4. For all children, born and unborn, that they may be loved as warmly as Mary’s own child Jesus. We pray to the Lord.
5. For the sick and shut-ins our of community, for all who need healing in body, mind and spirit. We pray to the Lord.
6. For God’s chosen ones who have died, that they may find a home in heaven, with Our Lady and the saints. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts, both spoken and unspoken, We pray to the Lord.
Priest: O God, salvation of the earth, your power is seen in the lives of your people: continue to support us with your grace, we pray, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.
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