Prayers for the Christmas & Holy Family feasts (24-25 & 29 December)

Introduction (by the Presider) Let us bring our prayers to God, who has shown his salvation to the nations in the birth of Jesus:

1. For peace on earth and an end to war (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.
2. For all who suffer because of hatred (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
3. For people in hospital or living in nursing homes (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
4. For shelter for homeless men, women and children (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
5. For peace in our families, all year round (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
6. For a spirit of kindness in our parish (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For our friends who have died, and for those who died since this time last year, that the peace and light of heaven may be theirs (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider)O God, your love for your people is sure: hear our prayers and grant us your grace, through Christ our Lord. Amen.