Petitions for 12/17/06

MS Word Document

Third Sunday of Advent
Cycle C: December 17, 2006
General Intercessions

Our Response is Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For the Church: that we may make ready a way for the Lord and make a straight path for God in our hearts, within our families, and in our work places, we pray to the Lord:
Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For an end to war: that God’s Spirit will inspire the hearts of all world leaders to take risks for peace and seek new ways to honor the dignity of each human person, we pray to the Lord:
Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For all who suffer from storms and the cold: that God will lead them to places of safety, assist those working to restore power, and fill their hearts with hope and courage, we pray to the Lord:
Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For all who are oppressed: that God may smooth the pathways of their lives and bring low those who abuse their power and authority, we pray to the Lord:
Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that our love may grow deeper and more sincere, and that it be manifest in words and actions toward all whom God brings into our lives, we pray to the Lord:
Come Emmanuel, Hear our Prayer

For the silent prayers of our hearts and for any special prayers you wish to mention now...
(Pause for others to pray and for the priest to conclude with prayer)