May the Church always be faithful in telling the good news, comforting the desolate, actively loving justice, and drawing many to freedom through the joy of the Father’s loving forgiveness.
As the Church, we pray for the world, that there may be integrity in leadership; mercy and justice for rich and poor, strong and weak; that there may be peace among nations and respect for all.
As the family of believers, we pray for those around us now and their needs; and for the families we represent, and their needs. May the love of Christ be shown in what we do and how we speak and how we spend.
In compassion we call to mind all who are locked in physical or emotional pain, all who are weighed down with worry, guilt or despair. May they be restored and refreshed, comforted and freed.
As resurrection people, we commend to the Father’s love those who have died to this earthly life. May they, and we in our turn, experience for ever the joy of eternal life.
Third Sunday of Advent (B) – Dec 13th, 2020
Published on: 12-12-2020