The Priest introduces the prayers:
Brothers and sisters, as we prepare for the coming of Our Lord Jesus in this Advent season, let us earnestly ask his mercy, as we pray for the Church and for the world.
Reader:
For the Church, and all Christians,
that they may be more and more aware of their unique mission in the world, and so strive to serve mankind by reflecting Christ in all they say and do.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
For the peace of the world,
that those in charge of political affairs may always be conscious that true peace is based upon the dignity of man, whatever his race, colour or creed. Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
For the sick and those who care for them,
that the Lord Jesus may heal the sick, rid the world of hunger and protect us from all disasters.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
For those departed this life,
that when the Lord Jesus comes again, we may be reunited with them in his everlasting Kingdom.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
, Amen.
We join our prayers with our Lady, as we say: Hail Mary...
Let us pray in silence to the Lord
The Priest concludes the prayers:
Father, you gave us your only Son to prepare us for your kingdom. May our lives be a daily preparation for the day when we see you as you are. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Bidding Prayers / Intercessions for Christ the King: 34th Sunday of the Year
The Priest says:
My brothers and sisters, we proclaim that Christ is the Universal King, and, in his name, we ask the Father for all the graces needed for the Church and for the world, that his kingdom may come on earth.
Reader:
We pray for the Church
that she may always confidently proclaim the kingship of Christ
by building up a kingdom not of riches and of power,
but of justice, of peace and of love.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who see little purpose in life,
may they come to see that the Christian faith, which proclaims Jesus as King and Lord,
will lead them from the darkness in which they now live,
into the light, and joy and peace of his kingdom.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who suffer and those who care for them,
for the sick:
may they know Christ to be a King who was crowned with thorns,
who suffers with them, and who cares for them with an everlasting love.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who have passed from this life,
may they share in Christ's victory over death and enter into life.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray with Mary, Queen of heaven, as we say: Hail Mary, .
Let us pray for a moment in silence.
The Priest concludes the prayers:
Father, you call us to be part of your kingdom of which Christ is King. We make our prayers to you with trust in his loving rule, for he reigns for ever and ever.
Amen.
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My brothers and sisters, we proclaim that Christ is the Universal King, and, in his name, we ask the Father for all the graces needed for the Church and for the world, that his kingdom may come on earth.
Reader:
We pray for the Church
that she may always confidently proclaim the kingship of Christ
by building up a kingdom not of riches and of power,
but of justice, of peace and of love.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who see little purpose in life,
may they come to see that the Christian faith, which proclaims Jesus as King and Lord,
will lead them from the darkness in which they now live,
into the light, and joy and peace of his kingdom.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who suffer and those who care for them,
for the sick:
may they know Christ to be a King who was crowned with thorns,
who suffers with them, and who cares for them with an everlasting love.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray for those who have passed from this life,
may they share in Christ's victory over death and enter into life.
Lord, hear us. Lord, graciously hear us.
We pray with Mary, Queen of heaven, as we say: Hail Mary, .
Let us pray for a moment in silence.
The Priest concludes the prayers:
Father, you call us to be part of your kingdom of which Christ is King. We make our prayers to you with trust in his loving rule, for he reigns for ever and ever.
Amen.
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For a related homily, click here
Bidding Prayers / Intercessions for the 33rd Sunday of the Year
Priest
We are gathered in the name of Christ, and it is in his name that we now present our petitions to the Father.
Reader
For the Church:
that it will bear clear witness to the presence and love of Christ in the world.
Lord, hear us.
For those who are persecuted for their faith in Christ:
that they may be given the gifts of perseverance, eloquence and wisdom.
Lord, hear us.
For those who are caught up in sinful situations - those who abuse or oppress others, those entrapped in love of self, or money or power:
that they may turn from sin to the Lord who offers life to all.
Lord, hear us.
For God's little ones -
for the sick, for the victims of violence, prejudice and poverty:
that they may receive the justice from God for which they long.
Lord, hear us.
Let us ask our Lady to pray for us. Hail Mary ...
We pray for a moment in silence.
Priest:
Loving Father,
we thank you for your constant loving care.
When we face the hardships of life, keep us faithful to you,
and lead us to the fullness of life you promise.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
We are gathered in the name of Christ, and it is in his name that we now present our petitions to the Father.
Reader
For the Church:
that it will bear clear witness to the presence and love of Christ in the world.
Lord, hear us.
For those who are persecuted for their faith in Christ:
that they may be given the gifts of perseverance, eloquence and wisdom.
Lord, hear us.
For those who are caught up in sinful situations - those who abuse or oppress others, those entrapped in love of self, or money or power:
that they may turn from sin to the Lord who offers life to all.
Lord, hear us.
For God's little ones -
for the sick, for the victims of violence, prejudice and poverty:
that they may receive the justice from God for which they long.
Lord, hear us.
Let us ask our Lady to pray for us. Hail Mary ...
We pray for a moment in silence.
Priest:
Loving Father,
we thank you for your constant loving care.
When we face the hardships of life, keep us faithful to you,
and lead us to the fullness of life you promise.
Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Bidding Prayers / Intercessions for the 32nd Sunday of the Year
Celebrant
We turn to the Father, who is source of all life, to enliven all that we hope and pray for.
Reader
We pray for the souls of all who have died in wartime, for those who come to the assistance of the injured and bereaved.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for those whose lives are spent in healing and supporting others: may they always find the energy and freedom to work with devotion and love.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for all Christians: may our way of life reflect our belief in offering healing and goodness to all in need.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for all who from their poverty give gifts of great value in the service of God,
that though there earthly contribution may seem small to those around them
God may reward them richly for their sacrifice.
Lord, hear us.
We ask Mary, Mother of God to pray for us. Hail Mary ...
Let us pray for a moment in silence.
Celebrant
Father, we thank you for this rich treasury of our world. Help us to use it to your glory and the enlightenment and support of all your children. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
We turn to the Father, who is source of all life, to enliven all that we hope and pray for.
Reader
We pray for the souls of all who have died in wartime, for those who come to the assistance of the injured and bereaved.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for those whose lives are spent in healing and supporting others: may they always find the energy and freedom to work with devotion and love.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for all Christians: may our way of life reflect our belief in offering healing and goodness to all in need.
Lord, hear us.
We pray for all who from their poverty give gifts of great value in the service of God,
that though there earthly contribution may seem small to those around them
God may reward them richly for their sacrifice.
Lord, hear us.
We ask Mary, Mother of God to pray for us. Hail Mary ...
Let us pray for a moment in silence.
Celebrant
Father, we thank you for this rich treasury of our world. Help us to use it to your glory and the enlightenment and support of all your children. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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