Advent Prayers

Let Us Pray

Holy Child, you come as the Son to a world. We try so hard to make Christmas work well in our busy lives, in the midst of the busyness may we remember that you are the reason for this season. We try to light our own way through the
darkness ,this Christmas may your light guide our path

Holy Child you come as a true gift to a world full of presents. We pray for those less fortunate in this country and throughout the world. For those caught in a spiral of debt, those unable to work and those who worry about the expense of this Christmas. Help us to recognize the mysterious gift which we celebrate in the birth of Jesus. Give us grace to receive this gift and be changed by it.

Holy Child you come with peace to a world in pieces. We see with you the sorrow of the world torn in pieces through war, terror and want. We pray for those whose lives are dominated by fear and prejudice. Come with the peace that flows from your wholeness into our brokenness. This Christmas may the peace of the young Prince of Peace embrace the world.

Holy Child you come with lasting joy to a world of sadness and anxiety. We pray for those who are fearful of this Christmas, those who mourn the loss of a loved one and dread this time. For those anxious over family and friends who suffer through illness and for whom this Christmas will bring a new meaning and memory. May your light and peace bring comfort to all.

We pray in the name of Jesus, Wonderful Counsellor Prince of Peace.

Amen