Lord Jesus - you were born in the humble stable in Bethlehem.
Christ Jesus - you are a light shining in the world.
Lord Jesus - you bring us Christmas joy as we celebrate your birth.
Priest: On this joyful day when we celebrate our Savior’s birth, we call to mind our needs and the needs of our brothers and sisters, confident in God’s generosity:
1. That Jesus may ever be born in the hearts of all Christians, prompting us to recognize him in our neighbor. May we hear God calling us to works of mercy and charity. We pray to the Lord.
2. That the angels’ glad tidings of peace may come to fruition, from the war-torn nations of the world to our communities experiencing crime and violence. We pray for peace and healing here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.
3. That those who do not have a home find a place that is warm, safe, and welcoming. We pray for those men transitioning to life in the free world. We pray to the Lord.
4. For that who are grieving the loss of a loved one or a family member. May they may find hope and consolation in God’s loving care. We pray to the Lord.
5. That Catholics everywhere may celebrate the Eucharist with joy and be reminded of God’s magnificent gift of our Savior each time we gather around the table of the Lord for Mass. We pray to the Lord.
6. For all our family members and loved ones during the holiday season. We pray to the Lord.
7. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For all our intentions spoken and unspoken, we pray to the Lord.
Priest: Generous God, we rejoice today in the gift of your only begotten son. As he leads us from darkness to light and from sin to redemption, we ask that you listen to our prayers as we celebrate his birth. He is our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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