General Intercessions for the Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle C
Celebrant: The Lord is in our midst. With peace of mind, let us bring our needs to Him.
Deacon/Lector:
That the Kingdom of God ushered into our world by the coming of Christ may turn away the destructive power of terrorism and war, we pray to the Lord...
That elected leaders may have wisdom, courage, and sincere concern for those they represent, we pray to the Lord...
That couples may experience the joy that comes with every new life, and in that joy find strength to overcome the difficulties they may face, we pray to the Lord…
That those who are burdened by anxiety may experience God's own peace, and the joy of His presence, we pray to the Lord...
That they sick and dying may be comforted by the love of God and the Christian community, we pray to the Lord...
Celebrant:
Father, you call your people to rejoice
at the coming of Your Son.
Make our joy complete as you grant these petitions.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.