Prayers of the faithful - 5 December 2024 - Thursday of the first week of Advent

Lord Jesus - you come to us in our present reality. 


Christ Jesus - you come to us as the incarnate son of God 

Lord Jesus - you will come again in glory 

Priest: We look to the Lord in our prayers today. He guides the humble to justice and he teaches us the repentant his way: 

1. That the Church be on constant watch for the Lord’s return; that Advent will deepen our life in Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.


2. That sacrificial support of God’s works of mercy mark our celebration of his birth as the incarnate son of God. 

3. That our desire for Christ’s return may bring peace to the land of his birth and relieve the violence and war that takes place in the Holy Land and the Middle East.


4. That governments reflect honesty and truth in the service of their citizens and their care of the most vulnerable.


5. That our devotion be one with the Lord’s for the disadvantaged, the poor, the mentally ill, those struggling with addictions, the disabled, the imprisoned, their families and caregivers.


6. That the Lord’s own kindness be upon our sick and shut-ins.


7. That the faithful departed be one with the Christ.


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

Priest: Your ways, O Lord, are made known to us through your Son. We ask that you guide us in your truth and teach us in the name of your son, our Savior and Lord for ever and ever. AMEN.