Introduction: Pope Pius XI instituted the feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe in 1925. Today, in this celebration that marks the end of the liturgical year, we recognize Christ’s preeminence and pray for the day when peace and goodwill may forever overcome war and aggression.
Lord Jesus, you reconcile the world to yourself through the blood of the cross.
Christ Jesus, your kingdom will last forever.
Lord Jesus, you are the Messiah, our King, and our God.
Priest: In our prayers, we call upon Jesus our King to answer our needs and the needs of all people around the world:
1. For Pope Francis, Bishop Kopacz, and Church leaders, that they may look to Christ the King as they guide us, the Body of Christ. We pray to the Lord.
2. For the leaders of nations, that they may approach their position of governance with humility and grace. We pray to the Lord.
3. That we all may work for greater justice. We pray for justice and peace here at CMCF. We pray to the Lord.
4. For healing and reconciliation in our broken relationships, that we may heed the call for repentance and redemption. We pray to the Lord.
5. For healing for those of us who are sick in body, mind, and spirit. For those who are struggling with mental health issues, depression, and addictions. We pray to the Lord.
6. For the repose of the souls of the faithful departed. For our loved ones and family members who have died. For the men who have died here at CMCF this year. We pray to the Lord.
7. We pray for all our family members during the holiday season. We pray for our children, siblings, wives, and parents, that they feel our love and prayers, we pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in the silence of our hearts. We pray to the Lord.
Priest: Merciful God, we pray that you grant us the grace to choose to repent for our wrongs and to forgive those who have wronged us. We present our prayers through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever. AMEN.
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