Prayers of the faithful - Friday of the 2nd week of Ordinary Time - 12 January 2024

Lord Jesus, you are the Prince of Peace

Lord Jesus, you are Son of God and Son of Mary.

Lord Jesus, you are Word made flesh. 

Prayers of the faithful: Lord God of wonder, as we reflect upon we you real yourself to us in your son, let us bring our prayers to you today: 

1. We pray that all of us may follow him more closely each day.  

2. For healing and wholeness for those who are sick in body, mind, or spirit.

3. For couples hoping to marry this year, for their time of planning and preparation as the Lord accompanies them on their journey forward holy matrimony. 

4. For more love and kindness in the world, for a great sense of thanksgiving and gratitude.  

5. For an end to all violence in our homes and in our communities. We pray for peace in the holy land, Ukraine, and those places in the world torn apart by war. 

6. For our children and youth, may their Lord accompany them in their studies and their activities this semester. 

7. For the prayers we hold in the recesses of our hearts. 

With joy and hope in our hearts, we present our prayers through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.