Prayers for 15 December (Third Sunday of Advent — Gaudete Sunday)

Introduction (by the Presider) Let us bring our prayers to God, our strength and our salvation:

1. For all who follow Christ — that we may be joyful (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.
2. For those who hungry — that we may share with them (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
3. For the homeless people in Ireland — that they may be cared for and protected (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
4. For all whose hearts are broken — that their friends may support them (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
5. For refugees and those who are far from home — that they may find comfort at Christmas (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
6. For those we love, and people who are in any kind of need — that God may be close to them (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For our friends whose life in this world is over (especially N and N), that eternal salvation may be theirs (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider)God our saviour, we rejoice in your mighty deeds, give us your help, we pray, through Christ our Lord. Amen.