Intercessions for Sunday 2nd December
Priest:
As we begin the Season of Advent we place our confidence in you, Lord, to answer our petitions.
Reader:
Let us pray that we will be able to remember
these words in our daily life and try to live by them, as we journey towards
Christmas.
(Pause) Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
In the Gospel we hear how Jesus told his disciples
that they should stand ready at all times.
Let us pray that we may conduct our lives properly in line with Jesus’ teaching, showing respect and love for all our neighbours.
(Pause) Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
We hear daily of the War in Afghanistan and of the
misery and hardship.
Let us pray that peace may be achieved very soon, and a new government may be created which recognises everyone’s needs and rights, especially the rights of women.
(Pause) Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
We in the Western World need to assist those who are struggling to survive, those who cannot find enough to eat and drink, especially in Afghanistan.
Let us pray that we do all we can to alleviate this suffering. by giving support ourselves, and encouraging our Government to help.
(Pause) Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
In our Parish there are many people who have special
needs, people of all ages who often require specialised help.
Let us pray that we do not forget their needs and the needs of those who care for them, and that they will both receive God’s comfort and blessing.
(Pause) Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer
Let us ask
Blessed Mary. whose Immaculate Conception we celebrate on Saturday to pray for
us. Hail Mary…
Let us pray in silence for our own needs
PLEASE REMAIN AT THE
LECTERN UNTIL FATHER
COMPLETES THE PRAYERS
Priest:
Lord we pray that you will grant our prayers
in the name of Jesus who brought life and hope to the world.