Priest:  Gathered in spirit at the feet of Jesus our great teacher, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. 1. For a spirit of humility, even in the face…

Priest:  Just as Jesus called the apostles of old, he calls us to follow him. Seeking to do just that, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. 1. For…

Priest: Inspired and motivated by the powerful witness of John the Baptist, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. 1. For a deeper recognition of our call to be…

Priest:  Led on by the light of faith in our savior Jesus Christ, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers….  For a deep spirit of generosity in sharing our gifts, both…

Priest: In the ongoing light and joy of Christmas and celebrating Mary as Mother of God, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers….  For an ever-growing devotion to Mary, Mother of…

Priest:  Enveloped by the beauty and mystery of Christmas, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. For an embrace of the joy of this season all year long and…

Priest:  in profound hope and eager anticipation, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. For a deep embrace of the message of the angel to St. Joseph to not…

Priest:  With faith-filled rejoicing at the coming of our Lord, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. For hearts generous and sensitive to the needs of others, let us…

Priest:  We join John the Baptist in preparing the way of the Lord as we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. For a deep spirit of repentance, a commitment…

Priest:  Looking forward to the great feast of Christmas, we humbly and confidently lift up our prayers…. For determination in actively preparing for the coming of Christ, let us pray…