Lord Jesus - you call us to be faithful.
Christ Jesus - you come to be born in our hearts.
Lord Jesus - you proclaim justice.
On this last week of Advent, we present our prayers to our heavenly Father.
1. For the Church: that our hearts may leap for joy as we recognize God-with-us in the people and events of our lives.
2. For all believers: that we, like Mary, may believe that God will do great things in and through our ordinariness.
3. For a spirit of joy: that we may be grateful for all the gifts and opportunities that God offers us and that we may rejoice in the blessings which come to us each day.
4. For all parents and especially for expectant parents: that God will bless their children with health and help them to care for and nurture their children both physically and spiritually.
5. For all children and youth, that the Lord may accompany them and bless them during their break from school.
6. For the sick and shut-in, for those battling addictions, for those trying to cope with anxiety, depression, and mental illness. For comfort and healing and wholeness for them.
With Advent joy, we present our prayers through your son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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