BIDDING PRAYERS for Sunday Mass on 3 December - First Sunday of Advent (Year B)

Introduction (by the Presider)Because we believe God that will come to our help, we present our prayers:

1. That this Advent may prepare Christians to meet Christ (pause and pray for this...). Lord, hear us.
2. That peace may come to Ukraine and the Holy Land (pause and pray for him...). Lord, hear us.
3. That people far from their home may be treated well at Christmastime (pause and pray for this...). Lord, hear us.
4. That Christ may be part of every Christmas celebration (pause and pray for this...). Lord, hear us.
5. That older people may share their wisdom and their faith (pause). Lord, hear us.
6. That those who suffer from depression may know that God is close to them (pause and pray for this...). Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead:  For all the members of this community who have died (especially N and N), and for the homeless people who have died in Ireland this year, that God’s light may shine on them and on all we have lost (pause a moment for quiet prayer...).  Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider)God of hosts, your hand protects your chosen people: listen to our prayers, we ask you, through Christ our Lord. Amen