Introduction: This feast of the Baptism of the Lord marks the last day of the Christmas season. At his baptism, Jesus sees how much he is loved by God the Father and how he is given the power to go out and spread the Gospel. We share in the responsibility to spread his message through our own baptism.
Priest - Penitential Rite:
Lord Jesus - you raise us to new life in the Spirit.
Christ Jesus - you bring pardon and peace to the sinner.
Lord Jesus - you are a light to those in darkness.
Prayers of the faithful:
PRIEST: Let us bring our prayers to God, who is full of majesty, power, and splendor as we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord today:
1. That through the waters of baptism and God’s holy word, Christ’s light may shine in the darkness of our lives. We pray to the Lord.
2. That God’s love may enter our human animosity and complacency, bringing reconciliation to those who are divided and broken. We pray to the Lord.
3. That God will encourage all peacemakers working in the world. We pray to the Lord.
4. That those who are suffering in fear, anxiety, depression, and mental health issues may feel God’s healing love in their lives. We pray to the Lord.
5. Just as Christ’s baptism is a sign of unity and salvation in the world, may the celebration of Christ’s baptism today inspire us to work toward Christian unity. We pray to the Lord.
6. For healing for the sick and the afflicted, encouragement for the discouraged, and eternal life for the dying. We pray to the Lord.
7. That the remembrance of our own baptismal promise inspire us to serve in different ways in our world. We pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For those who have asked for our prayers. We pray to the Lord.
PRIEST: O God, you rule the earth with justice. Help us all according to our needs. We make these prayers through your son, Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever. AMEN.
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