January 20, 2019

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Prayers of the Faithful

Let us pray for a new awareness of the miracles of Christ Jesus as we celebrate the gifts of faith, hope and love in our midst.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for the gifts of prophecy and understanding for all who lead the Church, for Francis, our Pope, and Michael, our Bishop.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for people we take for granted in everyday encounters, that we may learn a deeper gratitude for other people’s skills and talents.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray to create the Church based on the gifts of forgiveness, compassion and healing and the common good. May we build our lives on gratitude.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for the dignity of all human life, the support of our children and hope for people with disabilities. May we use our gifts to create a world free from violence, racism and poverty.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for our beloved dead and for our loved ones who grieve on earth.

We pray to the Lord.