One another, 2C

January 19, 2025

Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 96 (95); 1 Corinthians 12:4-11; John 2:1-11

In confidence and hope, let us now come before the Lord in prayer:

For our Church and parish community, that we may be a sign to the world of God’s great love and compassion: let us pray to the Lord.

For those who serve the Church as pastors, ministers, and teachers, that they may help us discover the great things God has done for us: let us pray to the Lord.

For all nations, states, and governments, that they may seek justice and equality for all God’s people: let us pray to the Lord.

For married couples, that Christ the Wedding Guest may always be present to them in their life together: let us pray to the lord.

For the poor, the homeless, and the forgotten, that we may welcome them to our tables: let us pray to the Lord.

For our deceased relatives and friends [especially _________], that they may take their places at the eternal wedding feast of Christ the Bridegroom: let us pray to the Lord.

For the prayers we now make in the silence of our hearts [Pause...]: let us pray to the Lord.

Gracious God, open our hearts and minds to your Spirit, the Spirit of holiness and graciousness that prompts us to offer these prayers to you – prayers we ask in the name of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

References

-United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. (2025f, January 19). Second Sunday in ordinary time. USCCB. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011925.cfm

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