January 1, 2023 (Monday)

Mary, Mother of God

Let us pray for the end of overwhelming violence and war in Ukraine, the Middle-East and in other nations. May the devastation of death, destruction and loss end in this new year. May we entrust the fragility of earthly life to the tender care of Mary, the Mother of God.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for the mission and integrity of the Church. May all who lead us in prayer and service unite all believers in Christ Jesus. May hope be fashioned within us in our new year.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for all mothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, grandmothers and Godmothers on this day of Mary, the Mother of God. May Mary be a source of joy and hope for every household under heaven.

We pray to the Lord. 

Let us pray that the Incarnation of Christ continue to flourish on earth. May we wake up to the needs of our beloved poor. May God’s love be manifest in people who need the basics of life.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for peace in our new year. May families be healed in Christ’s love for them. May the restlessness of our hearts be restored to hope in Christ Jesus.  

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for people who suffer addiction. May people who are lost in alcohol, eating disorders, and pornography find healing and consolation. May Christ release them from fear and bring them to a new life of love.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for our families in the new year. May our children find their true vocations of love in this world. May we learn to love beyond our grievances in family life.  

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for our friends and relatives who are ill. May our loved ones who are experiencing new diagnosis of cancer discover a sufficient course of treatment. May hope be lived in households who care for them.

We pray to the Lord.

Let us pray for our beloved dead. May God receive our loved ones into the everlasting home of heaven. May they be comforted in the face of Christ Jesus.

We pray to the Lord.