Introduction: Advent comes to a close today as we celebrate the birth of our Savior at mass this evening. As we prepare for Christ’s birth, let us call to mind our sins:
Lord Jesus - you embrace us with your mercy - Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus - you call us to love and compassion - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus - you instruct us with your Word - Lord have mercy.
Introduction to the Creed: In hope and in anticipation, let us now profess our faith:
Prayers of the faithful:
(PRIEST) God’s love for us endures forever, so now let us present our needs to God with confidence.
1. For all of us who profess the Christian faith, that with open hearts we may welcome their Savior.
2. For the Jewish people, descendants of the great King David, that God’s promises to them may be fulfilled.
3. For the those in our community who feel they lack courage on their journey of faith, that they may be inspired by Mary’s trust in God this Christmas season.
4. For our relatives and friends coming home for Christmas, for all who are traveling, that they may travel safely and find joy in their Christmas celebrations
5. For people who have suffered grief or illness in 2017, that their friends may support them when they are lonely. For healing and wholeness in their lives.
6. For those who have gone before us in faith, for all who have died, may receive a welcome to God’s kingdom.
(PRIEST): As our Advent journey soon comes to an end, we present these prayers to you through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord for ever and ever. AMEN.
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