Introduction: Merry Christmas everyone! This evening, we celebrate God’s, son, his greatest gift to the world. Jesus did not come into the world in a spectacular way, but instead in a humble stable in an insignificant town after a long journey. Soon, the skies were filled with angels from heaven to announce the glad tidings to the shepherds in the fields. We are called to come with joy this evening to worship the newborn king.
Priest: penitential rite:
Lord Jesus - you are the savior of the world.
Christ Jesus - you are the beloved son of the Father.
Lord Jesus - you were born in the humble manger in Bethlehem.
Priest: This evening, we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Emmanuel, God with us. As we assured on Christmas Eve of God’s closeness to us, we present our prayers with our needs and the needs of the world:
1. For the Church around the world as it celebrates Christ’s birth. We pray to the Lord.
2. That the Lord bless all those who are entrusted with Christian ministry in our parish and our Diocese. May God’s Word be proclaimed with truth and courage. We pray to the Lord.
3. For wisdom for all who govern. That in honoring the earth and its diverse races, cultures, and religions, we may celebrate the light of this holy night. We pray to the Lord.
4. That reconciliation and healing be granted to those surrounded by conflict, war, and violence, that they may live in the peace of this holy night. We pray to the Lord.
5. For all who are cold, hungry, or alone this night. May God embrace with his tender care all who wander alone or have no place to lay their head, they may experience the hope of this holy night. We pray to the Lord.
6. For all who are anxious, depressed, or ill. May God draw near to those who find this season a source of pain or grief, and to all who are suffering or in pain. We pray to the Lord.
7. For parents, families, and newborn infants. May God strengthen families in the bonds of love and commitment, that they may delight in the joy of this holy night. We pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. For those who have asked us to pray for them. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Heavenly Father, It is your will that your son became incarnate on Christmas and changed the world for all time. Help us to incarnate your son in our lives. We make our prayers through your incarnate son, Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.
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