For Pope Francis and Bishop Christian who constantly call us to faith in Christ and to embrace the hope that comes from faith.
We pray to the Lord.
For the Church throughout the world, especially where Christ’s brothers and sisters are persecuted, that this Advent will help them to see a sign of light amidst their darkness.
We pray to the Lord.
For our country as we try to break the back of the pandemic and allow people to be with those they love once again.
We pray to the Lord.
For people facing eviction and workers who have lost employment and for a helpful response from government.
We pray to the Lord.
For the health and safety of our children and grandchildren and that they learn to turn to God’s care in difficult times.
We pray to the Lord.
For each person experiencing illness and for those who are discouraged or in despair and for their caregivers and families.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who have died: Sister Marion Garneau, Joe Moore, Gerry Lawlor, Bobby Eldridge, Norman Burns, Bernie White, J. B. Achilles, Gloria Callaghan, that God will give them refreshment, light and peace.
We pray to the Lord.