Prayers of the Faithful

Presider:

Let us make known our needs so that the kingdom of heaven might be made visible in our world:

 

Reader:

For all members of the church, may we shine with the light of Christ dispelling darkness, we pray:

For courage when we are called to act on behalf of others, especially those most in need, we pray:

For the lowly, the downcast, the hungry, the poor; may they be led into the light of God’s kingdom, we pray:

For greater respect for human life: that God will bring forth a greater appreciation of the gift of human life within all hearts and give wisdom to those who are faced with difficult decisions, we pray:

For peace: that God will turns hearts from violence and terrorism, heal all who have been wounded and open new opportunities to confront injustice, we pray:

For those who are ill and have asked for our prayers, including,  Margaret Hutchinson, Beverly Kraft. May they experience God’s healing touch, we pray:

For all who have died ,especially, Bruce Shirshac, the brother in law of Lois Benoit. May they be gathered to the Lord and experience the fullness of light and salvation in Christ, we pray:

 

Presider:

God of light, you send Jesus to bring salvation to all people. Hear our prayers that one day we might live in your eternal Light. We pray through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Presider:

Our relationship to Jesus calls us to be in relationship to others, and so we pray for one another.

 

Reader:

For the Church: that we who are called to be holy may allow the grace of God to work in us and form us into the people of God, we pray:

For a greater awareness of God’s call in our lives: that we may listen and live out the mission to which God invites us, we pray:

For catechists and parents: that like John the Baptist, they may introduce and lead the young people in their care to a deeper relationship with Jesus, we pray:

For all who have turned away from God: that our words and deeds may make God’s love and presence known to them, we pray:

For all who are filled with worry or anxiety:  that God will ease their fear, help them to recognize that God is with them, and give them courage, we pray:

For those who are ill and have asked for our prayers, including,  Delores Swanson, Pat Turner, Jan Hysong, Margaret Hutchinson, Beverly Kraft. May they experience God’s healing touch, we pray:

For all who have died ,especially,  Scott Hartung, the son of Sandy Hartung; Jim Breitzer, the brother of Carolyn Welsch. May they be gathered to the Lord and experience the fullness of light and salvation in Christ, we pray:

 

Presider:

God, who showed us who Jesus is, we pray for eyes that are open to recognizing him and hearts that are open to following him. Help us to deepen our relationship to him and to one another. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Presider:

On this great feast of Epiphany that celebrates Jesus’ coming for the whole world, we pray for the many needs both here and across the earth.

 

Reader:

That the light of Christ may bring peace to the heart of every man, woman and child, we pray:

That the radiance of Christ may be faithfully witnessed through the preaching, teachings and actions of the church, we pray:

That the light of Christ may bring consolation to all who are disenfranchised and have no permanent home, and for an end to the strife and persecution that has given rise to the refugee crises, we pray:

That the radiance of Christ brings awareness to all people of the plight of migrants.  May we understand the need for greater protection for all God’s children, we pray:

That the light of Christ shine for all who are searching for God or meaning in life: that the Good News may become real to them and be a light that leads them to wholeness, we pray:

That the radiance of Christ may bring comfort to the sick, including,  Levi & Stefan Gryniewski,  Delores Swanson, Pat Turner, Jan Hysong, Margaret Hutchinson,  we pray:

That those who have died are filled with the light of eternal life, especially: 

Bill Nord, the husband of Renee Nord and father of Sarah and Meredith Nord;

Robert Gartner, the husband ofCarmen Gartner,

Sharon Lynn Johnson, the mother of Geraldine Longfellow;

Fr. Jim Gorman

That those in the darkness of grief find hope and comfort in the radiance of Christ, we pray:

 

Presider:

Gracious God, you have shown us that your Son is the Messiah King of all peoples. Help us to live in his light through the challenges of our lives and to reflect his glory to all those who cross our paths. We pray in his name. Amen.

Presider:  

God sent the divine Son to bring us salvation and peace. Let us pray that we and all people in our world may be blessed this year.

 

Lector:

That all members of the church continually make known God’s ongoing revelation of the message of salvation, we pray:

That all people of the world enjoy peace and receive justice during this new year, we pray:

That those who lack spiritually and materially receive from the generosity of this community what they need to grow in fullness of life, we pray:

That those who resolve to live healthier and holier lives this year be sustained by the Holy Spirit’s wisdom and guidance, we pray:

That each of us during this coming year learn from Mary how to hear, accept, and say yes to God’s word of salvation, we pray:

That those who are ill and have asked for our prayers, including, Fr. Jim Gorman, Bill Nord, Jody Thamert, Carol O’Meara, Delores Swanson, Pat Turner, Levi & Stefan Gryniewski, be blessed and healed in this coming new year, we pray:

That those who have died, be graciously received by God in the communion of Mary and all the saints, we pray:

 

Presider:

God of peace and justice, you bless us and are gracious to us beyond all measure: hear our prayers that we might live as faithful daughters and sons of Mary our Mother. We ask this through her son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Presider:

As we rejoice in the love of God, which is reborn among us on this holy night/day; let us also remember those in need throughout the world.

 

Lector:

Lord, fill your holy people with whatever good they need, let the mystery of your birth be the source of our peace, we pray:

You came as chief shepherd and guardian of our lives, let the Pope and Bishops be faithful channels of your many gifts of grace, we pray:

You once took on the weakness of our human condition, be light now for those who do not see, strength for the wavering and comfort for the troubled heart , we pray:

You were born into poverty and lowliness, look with favor on the poor and comfort them, we pray:

You are the eternal Word of God who flooded the world with joy at your birth, fill us with joy by the continuous gift of your life, we pray:

You are the true vine that brings forth the fruit of life, make us branches of the vine bearing much fruit, we pray:

You came to heal the broken, may the light of your healing shine on the sick, including: Fr. Jim Gorman, Bill Nord, Jody Thamert, Carol O’Meara, Delores Swanson, Levi & Stefan Gryniewski,  we pray:

You came to earth to lead everyone into the Kingdom, share your life of glory with those who have died, we pray:

Presider:

Lord God, we thank you for sending us the most perfect gift – Jesus, the Messiah; and for revealing your grace to us. Help us to accept your gifts of Salvation. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.