Introduction:
We celebrate the Holy Family today, the first Sunday after Christmas, as we honor Jesus, Mary and Joseph. We worship God who shared the life of the human family. We thank God for all the gifts we continue to receive in each other.
Penitential Rite: As we give thanks for the love in our families, we recall our own failure to show love, recognizing our sins:
Lord Jesus, you are the son of God and son of Mary - Lord have mercy.
Christ Jesus, you bring salvation to the world - Christ have mercy.
Lord Jesus, you show us to eternal life - Lord have mercy.
Prayers of the Faithful:
Priest; Let us bring our prayers to God, who showers blessings upon all his sons and daughters.
Response: Lord, hear our prayer.
1. For the members of the Christian family, that they may have joy and peace throughout the Christmas celebration.
2. For the families of our community, that members may learn to give way to each other in tolerance and respect.
3. For families where there is hurt or difficulty or division, that those who have suffered may find healing.
4. For families which live with illness and frailty, may their members reach out to each other with gentleness and patience.
5. For the members of our families who have died, and for all those we knew who died during 2017, whom we remember now. That the light of heaven may be theirs.
6. For the needs and prayers we carry in our hearts.
Priest: O God, your care for your family is constant: hear the prayers we make, in faith and trust, through Christ our Lord for ever and ever. Amen.
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