Priest: As we come to the end of the liturgical year, we turn to the Lord, the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and of everything, lifting up our prayers in humble confidence….
- For all those in positions of leadership in the Church and in civil government as well, let us pray to the Lord….
- That we have the trust, courage and wisdom to be faithful to the Truth in all circumstances, let us pray to the Lord….
- For patience, determination and success during these difficult times in our battle to subdue the coronavirus, let us pray to the Lord….
- That we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday safely, prayerfully and peacefully, let us pray to the Lord….
- For those deeply affected by this cold weather, let us pray to the Lord….
- That those who serve in the military and in law enforcement do so safely and with integrity, let us pray to the Lord….
- For all who have gone before us and those who grieve them, in particular…
4:30 PM – Jim Spicer
9:00 AM – John A. Dale
11:00 AM – Rose Brent
…for whom we offer this Mass. Let us pray to the Lord….
Priest: Heavenly Father, author of Sacred Scripture, help us receive what you have revealed in your Holy Word. Give us a greater hunger to daily seek you in the scriptures that we may better know you and your Son. May your Holy Spirit keep us open to be transformed by Your Holy Word even as we enter the final week of this year of the Bible. In Christ’s name we pray….