Advent prayer -

Lord of our longing, fill us with hopeful anticipation as we wait for the fullness of your Kingdom on earth.  Help us to see that only you can satisfy the deepest desires our hearts.  Remove any temptation to settle for anything else.  May our Advent prayers and worship increase our confidence in your holy Word so that sin and evil may never lead us to despair.  As we ready our hearts and minds for the celebration of Christ’s birth in this holy time of waiting and expectation, may we reach our in charity and kindness to those most in need.  AMEN.