Prayers Of The Faithful – December 24

For Pope Francis and the Church throughout the world, especially where Christians are persecuted and martyred for their faith.
We pray to the Lord.

For an end to war and hostility around the world.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family as we end the time of Advent waiting and preparation.
We pray to the Lord.

For the safety of travelers this Christmas weekend and for those who cannot be with family this year.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially those who are homeless.
We pray to the Lord.

For anyone who is ill and for people who are discouraged.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Barb Chenier, Wayne Northrup, Nelly-Gay Turner, Jeff Craig; and for their families.
We pray to the Lord.

Mass

There will still be Mass & Novena tonight despite the water line break on Somerset Street. If water has not been restored by Mass time, our bathrooms will be unavailable.

As previously announced in the bulletin, there will be no 9 am Mass this Thursday, December 21.

Parish Survey

Reminder: Holy Redeemer is participating in a parish survey about discipleship conducted by the Catholic Leadership Institute.

Please help us by participating in a 10 to 15-minute survey online at the link below:

https://portal.catholicleaders.org/d/gt9p9g

The deadline for completing the survey has been extended. It will now be available online until Sunday, December 31. If you have completed a paper copy, please drop it in the collection this coming weekend.

Prayers Of The Faithful – December 17

For Pope Francis, as he celebrates his birthday, that God will give him strength and health to proclaim Christ to the world.
We pray to the Lord.

For the world, that the angry sounds of war and division might become silent to hear the words of forgiveness and peace.
We pray to the Lord.

For Bishop Christian and our Diocesan family of faith, that we might be like John the Baptist preparing hearts to receive Christ.
We pray to the Lord.

For the poor, especially families, who will benefit from the generosity of our parish family and for each one who has given.
We pray to the Lord.

For all expectant parents, especially single mothers, and for gentle and wise older parents to encourage them.
We pray to the Lord.

For each one who is ill or awaiting surgery or diagnostic tests, and for the ones who love them and comfort and heal them.
We pray to the Lord.

For those who have died: Suzanne MacFarlane, Oland Stewart, Murray Bacon, Marina Gale, June Russell, David Addison, Tammy Lemaire; and for families and friends who mourn during this season of hope.
We pray to the Lord.