Prayer of the Day

God of light, you walked the earth when you created it. You walked it again when the Word became flesh. Remind us that you walk with us still, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers of Intercession

L:  We pray for the church, the world, and all those in need.

A brief silence.

L:  In your church, O God, the season of waiting is nearly over. Focus our eyes on you, that we might not miss the One who comes to show us the way of light. Guide us by your Spirit, that we might focus on those things that are essential and that give glory to you. Creator God,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  You spoke a word, and all was created. Your word sustained your chosen people over centuries of hardship and joy. And your Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Reawaken us to the true power and blessing of this Word to transform the world. Creator God,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  It can be difficult, Lord, to pause from all our preparations and rest in your presence. Renew our spirits and prepare our hearts to receive the gift of your son. Creator God,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  The darkness has not overcome your light, O Lord. Shine into the lives of those who struggle to see it, clouded by worries, challenges, or crises. Heal them with a word and put your grateful praise on their lips. We bring before you especially all those we name before you now... Creator God,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  With John and all who proclaimed your promised Messiah, we join the chorus of praise. Tune our voices to glorify you always with the choir immortal. Creator God,

C: Hear our prayer.

Here other petitions may be offered.

L:  Receive our prayers and all those for whom we pray into your compassionate embrace, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Clergy Stuff NL Resources 2021