Advent 2

Advent 2

The Priest introduces the prayers:

As children of our caring, heavenly Father, let us pray.

Reader:

We pray for all Christians throughout the world
that they may simply and wholeheartedly follow Christ, so that their lives witness to the beauty and peace of his kingdom.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for all world leaders, governments and their advisers;
At this time of international financial crisis,
may they be inspired to lead their people wisely and fairly,
with understanding and sensitivity.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for our own families and loved ones,
especially for any from whom we are separated; that we may learn to see Christ in everyone, and serve him in caring for each other.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.


We pray for those departed this life,
Especially Charles Poeppel and Josef Langer who died recently
may they rest in peace with Christ, and rise with him in glory.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.

We join our prayers with Our Lady as we say: Hail Mary .

The Priest concludes the prayers:

Father of all time and place, accept these prayers through your Son Jesus Christ. Amen.