Introduction: For the second week in a row, we hear from John the Baptist in our Gospel. Just as John prepared the way for the Lord and made a path for his coming, may we also continue to prepare a path for the Lord in our hearts as we await his coming at Christmas.
Lord Jesus - you call us to holiness.
Christ Jesus - you call us to prepare a way for the Lord.
Lord Jesus - you are the Son of the Father.
Priest: Today as we rejoice in expectation of the coming of our Savior, we make our prayers to our understanding and generous Father.
1. We pray for the leaders in the Church, both ordained and non-ordained, that they may be inspired to prepare God’s people for the coming of our Savior. We pray to the Lord.
2. For catechists, teachers, and ministers of the word: that they may be faithful messengers of the message of Good News they bring. We pray to the Lord.
3. During this Advent season, we pray for the time, the space, and the grace to reflect on the meaning and purpose of our lives as we await with expectation the joy of Christ’s birth. We pray to the Lord.
4. For the sick members of this community of faith, for our sick loved ones and family members, that they may be comforted and encouraged in God’s word. We pray to the Lord.
5. For those who are discouraged, who are battling addictions, or struggling with mental health issues, that they may persevere in prayer and find strength in God’s loving care. We pray to the Lord.
6. We remember in silence our own personal intentions and the intentions of those who have asked for our prayers. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Father, as we journey through this season of Advent, may we open our minds and hearts to your word and to your presence in our brothers and sisters. We make these prayers through Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. Amen.
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