16 December 2025 - prayers of the faithful for the Tuesday of the 3rd week of Advent

Lord Jesus - you are of the tree of Jesse

Christ Jesus - you are the morning star. 

Lord Jesus - you are Emanuel, God with us.  

Priest: In the midst of our Advent journey, we present our prayers to our heavenly Father: 

1. For justice in our world. That we may strive to fulfill our duties to others and use our gifts to ease their suffering and promote the well-being of our brothers and sisters

2. For the healing of violence in our communities. That God will heal and comfort those who have experienced violence, free their hearts from fear, and help us to comfort and support them. 

3. We pray for the sick, for all who are in the hospital, hospice, and nursing homes, for healing for us in body, mind, and spirit.

4. For all who are suffering. That God will heal the wounds of discrimination, guide all who lack focus and direction in life, and help all who are struggling with addictions and mental illness to have a new beginning. 

5. For our children, youth, and college students as they finish the semester. That God will give them strength in their studies and accompany them during their time of Christmas vacation.  

6. For the protection of earth's resources. That God will give wisdom and understanding to our role as steward of God’s creation.  

7. That God will help us prepare a place in our hearts for the coming of Jesus at Christmas time. 

8.  For the prayers we hold in our hearts today. For those who have asked for our prayers. 

Priest: With Advent joy and hope, we present these prayers through your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord forever and ever.  AMEN.