1 January 2026 - prayers of the faithful for the solemnity of Mary mother of God - prison ministry

Lord Jesus, you are mighty God and Prince of Peace.


Christ Jesus, you are Son of God and Son of Mary.


Lord Jesus, you are Word made flesh and the splendor of the Father. 

PRIEST: God graciously blesses all of humanity. We now bring forward our needs to God with confidence and faith as we commemorate this first day of 2026:
 

1. That those who follow Christ may remain faithful throughout this New Year. We pray to the Lord.

2. That all who worship God in churches, synagogues, and mosques may grow in respect and tolerance for each other. For greater understanding amongst all religions. We pray to the Lord.
3. That peace may soon come in all the warn-torn corners of our world and in those communities torn apart by anger, violence, and disagreements. We pray to the Lord.

4. That we may continue to work for peace with justice in our words and our actions throughout the new year. We pray to the Lord.

5. That Mary the Mother of God may be an example to all of us of patience, compassion, and love. We pray to the Lord.

6. That this new year may bring fresh enthusiasm and strong growth to our community of faith and to all parishes throughout the Diocese of Jackson and in our Catholic community here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.

7. That perpetual light may shine on all who have died, especially our loved ones and family members and those who have passed away in the year of 2025. We pray for the repose of their souls and for the souls in purgatory. We pray to the Lord.


8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts this morning. For all our prayers, spoken and unspoken. We pray to the Lord. 

PRIEST: Gracious God, you bless your people with peace and justice: accept our prayers and give us your help, through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.