Petitions for 12/30/07

So, I felt pretty terrible when I went to church on Christmas and realized that I had totally forgotten about the petitions, :( I'm really sorry. Anyway, here are this week's petitions. I'm having issues getting the Word document uploaded to My Webspace on My Wisc because it's not letting me find the file. I'll keep trying, but for now, here is the text:



Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph
Cycle A: December 30, 2007
General Intercessions

Our Response is Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the Church: that we, like Mary and Joseph, may face the future with faith and trust in God, no matter what trials or uncertainties stand before us, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the people entangled in violent political conflicts in Darfur, Congo, Iraq, Afghanistan, Israel, and the Palestinian territories: that the child Jesus will bring relief to those who are suffering, and bestow wisdom and encourage upon political leaders to seek and find humane, just, and lasting solutions, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For those who live in the darkness of poverty, injustice, and war: that the light of Christ will shine forth, and bring them consolation, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For all who have no families, and for those who are alienated from their families: that they will experience love and acceptance through this Christian community, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that the Spirit of God will show us how to love one another more deeply, support one another more fully, and forgive one another generously, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, 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)

Petitions for 12/16/07

MS Word Document

Third Sunday of Advent
Cycle A: December 16, 2007
General Intercessions

Our Response is Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may await the fulfillment of God’s promises to us, and not give up as delays occur, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For all who struggle with doubt: that their eyes and hearts may be opened to the wonderful things that God does every day, both within us and around us, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For all those who live in fear of violence and abuse: that they will take comfort in God’s words, and live in strength instead of fear, with the knowledge that He is coming, bearing salvation and justice; we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For students, teachers, and anyone else who will be traveling for the holidays: that God will protect them from harm, and open the pathways before them; we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that God will lead us to new insights as we strive to discern what we are looking for in religion, relationships, and in life, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, 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)

Petitions for 12/9/07

Word Document

Second Sunday of Advent
Cycle A: December 9, 2007
General Intercessions

Our Response is Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the Church: that we may clearly make known God’s presence in our midst and offer new hope for all who are burdened by life, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the transformation of society: that leaders may recognize the root causes of evil, of poverty, of racism, and of abuse so that new and constructive efforts may be made toward a just and life-giving society, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For all who suffer from the cold and wintry weather: that God will warm their hearts and help them to find resources for their needs, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For students as they complete the semester: that God will give them clarity of mind and thought as they express their knowledge and insights on upcoming examinations, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, Hear Our Prayer

For the members and friends of St. Paul’s: that the Spirit of Wisdom and Understanding, of Counsel and Strength, and of Knowledge and Reverence will transform us more and more into children of the light, we pray to the Lord:
Lord, 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)