One another, Advent2A

December 07, 2025

Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72; Romans 15:4-9; Matthew 3:1-12

God of hope, you raised up John the baptizer as a herald who calls us to conversion. As we joyfully await the glorious coming of Christ, we pray to you for the needs of the church and the world:

For the Church: that God will give us the energy and desire to pursue conversion, advocate for justice and peace, and be heralds of God’s presence in our world: let us pray to the Lord.

For courage: that we may bear witness in both word and deed to Jesus, the savior, who brings life and hope to human hearts: let us pray to the Lord.

For all lost in the blindness of possessions or power: that God will awaken them to the beauty of relationships, the gift of each new day, and the love that brings life: let us pray to the Lord.

For openness of heart: that God will renew the gift of the Spirit within us and help us to be active and dynamic disciples: let us pray to the Lord.

For all Christians during this Advent season: that we turn from the wastelands of violence and deceit, and dedicate ourselves to promoting faithful, honest, and loving relationships: let us pray to the Lord.

For all who are searching: that God’s love and presence may be revealed to all who desire something more in life, particularly catechumens, youth, and those who have experienced trauma: let us pray to the Lord.

For all burdened by poverty: that God will raise our awareness of those who are in need around us and free us to respond generously with both our time and resources: let us pray to the Lord.

For students beginning their exams: that the Spirit will guide their preparations and help them to clearly manifest all that they have learned this semester: let us pray to the Lord.

For all suffering from the cold: that God will guide those who have no homes or who have no heat in their homes to places of warmth and safety during these harsh days: let us pray to the Lord.

For all who must be out in the cold: that God will preserve the health safety of public safety personnel as they assist others, sustain all who work outdoors, and help all who are traveling to arrive safely: let us pray to the Lord.

For all making healthcare decisions: that the Spirit will give insight to all making decisions about healthcare plans and guide legislatures in finding new ways to support the health needs of our society: let us pray to the Lord.

For the kidnapped children from Nigeria: that God will protect them, open a door for their safe return, and help their parents and families during these days of separation: let us pray to the Lord.

For Peace: that God will guide the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, sustain the Ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon, and preserve the peace in Venezuela: let us pray to the Lord.

Hear our humble prayer that we may serve you in holiness and faith and give voice to your presence among us until the day of the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

References

-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2025cy, December 7). Second Sunday of Advent. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120725.cfm

-Cormier, J. (1995). Lord, Hear Our Prayer: Prayer of the Faithful for Sundays, Holy Days, and Ritual Masses.