Second Sunday of Advent
December 7
Priest: Longing for the day when the Lord will come again, we bring our prayers
before the Holy One.
Deacon/Reader:
For the people of God, that following the example of Pope Francis we may enjoy
the beauty of this season with simplicity of heart and lifestyle.
We pray to the Lord.
For our elected officials, may they strive to end poverty and bring dignity to every
citizen they are called to protect and serve. We pray to the Lord.
For those seeking a relationship with Christ, may they find welcome and truth
among us. We pray to the Lord.
For those alone or estranged from family, may they be welcomed at this table
and at our table at home. We pray to the Lord.
For the grace this week to enter into the season of Advent with true repentance
for our sins. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
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11:00
5:30
+Mr. & Mrs. Harvey J. Mayeux
+Katherine Mercer Stanford
Living & deceased members of the Bambach, Meier, Donaghue &
Walsh families
and special intentions for Tim & Davis Tison We pray to the Lord
+Michael Joyner
We pray to the Lord
a special intention for Jeri Thompson
We pray to the Lord
all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest: Holy God, your glory fills creation with light and life. Stay with us and
make us ever brighter signs of your presence. Through Christ our Lord.
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 8
Priest: Let us ask for Mary’s intercession as we turn to her Son in prayer.
Deacon/Lector:
That the universal Church continue to grow under the patronage of the Blessed
Virgin Mary. We pray to the Lord.
That civic leaders respond to the needs of their people with enthusiasm, making
decisions based on wisdom, and acting with courage. We pray to the Lord.
That Mary’s maternal mediation will raise us to the moral greatness befitting true
children of God. We pray to the Lord.
That those in our faith community be renewed in their devotion to Mary, let us
pray. We pray to the Lord.
That we may recognize Christ in all people we meet. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
12:05 +Peggy Crenshaw
5:30 all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest: God of mercy, who filled Mary with grace at her conception, give us a
share in that grace and hear our prayers. Through Christ our Lord.
Third Sunday of Advent
December 14
Priest: With joyful hearts and in thanksgiving for the gift of the Holy Spirit to help
us to build up the kingdom of God on earth, let us offer our petitions to the
Father:
Deacon/Reader:
For the people of God, may we be forever thankful for the sacraments God has
given us through the Church, enabling the power of the Holy Spirit to work in our
lives through them. We pray to the Lord.
That our Holy Father, all clergy and sisters be joyful messengers of the Lord’s
coming. We pray to the Lord.
For all those who suffer, that this Advent season may help them reflect on what
God wants to make straight in their lives so as to bring about healing and
blessing. We pray to the Lord.
For all those who work to heal the brokenhearted, who minister to prisoners and
who serve the poor, may their work be blessed by our prayers.
We pray to the Lord.
For those who fear, suffer, and mourn, that they may discover the tenderness of
the Father’s love during this season. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
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+Catherine I. Milich
+Ray Tipton
+Rebecca Meshell
+Michael Geslois (guess-LO-iss)
+Robin Lillibridge
and a special intention for Florence Finnelle
all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish
+Josephine Papa Giglio
a special intention for Loretta Heard & family
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest:
Father, hear the prayers of your people. Through Christ our Lord.
Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 21
Priest: Confident that God is involved in the details of our lives, let us offer to
him our needs and concerns:
Deacon/Reader:
For the Church, that all the faithful will have courage, like Mary, to say yes and
follow in God’s ways of faithfulness. We pray to the Lord.
For those who rule and hold power over others, may they govern with equality,
integrity, justice and peace. We pray to the Lord.
For those who suffer in any way during this Advent season, may they know
Jesus in the comfort of those who care for them. We pray to the Lord.
For the grace of this Advent season to foster a greater respect for the precious
gift of human life. We pray to the Lord.
That those sick in body, mind or spirit may be surrounded by compassionate
people to aid their healing. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
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11:00
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+Gerald Andrusia
+Sam Alberts
+Henry Marak, Sr.
and special intentions for Benny & Judith McKinsey
Vilo & Fon McKinsey
Linda Robinson
We pray to the Lord
+Wallace Gabriel, Sr.
We pray to the Lord
+Michael Harrison
We pray to the Lord
all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish
We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest:
Father and author of our lives, hear our petitions and strengthen us to
follow your will. Through Christ our Lord.
Christmas Eve & Midnight
December 24
Priest: The shepherds rejoiced to hear the choir of angels sing, Glory to God in
the highest. United in their joy, we glorify the Father by offering him our
Christmas intercessions:
Deacon/Lector:
For the Church, the people of God, that the light of Christ will illuminate our life
and worship together. We pray to the Lord.
For the Holy Father, bishops and priests, that their life and teaching will proclaim
the saving event of the Incarnation. We pray to the Lord.
That the coming of the Prince of Peace will put an end to all enmity and division
throughout the world. We pray to the Lord.
For the renewal of family life: that the love of Mary and Joseph will rekindle love
and caring in all families. We pray to the Lord.
For all who have fallen away from the practice of their faith, that this season be
one of new beginnings for them. We pray to the Lord.
For the poor, homeless, and unemployed, that the presence of “God-with-us” will
comfort and inspire them. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
4:00 +James Moore, II
+Sue Guevara
+Marguerite & Sam Glorioso
A special intention for Barbara Garcia
7:00 all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish
Midnight a special intention for Casi Ingram
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest: : Loving Father, darkness is forever changed because of the birth of the
Light: Jesus Christ your Son. Take all the darkness of our lives, O Lord, we pray,
and replace it with the radiance of the Christ Child, who is Lord for ever & ever.
Second Collection: Infirmed Priests Fund
First Sunday of Advent
November 30
Priest: We offer our prayers to God, who listens to our needs:
Deacon/Reader:
That the Church continues to be a source of care and compassion to those in
need of counsel and spiritual guidance. We pray to the Lord.
That nations stay alert to solutions that foster peace and justice in times of
darkness and uncertainty. We pray to the Lord.
That during this Advent season of preparation, our lives may be enlightened with
faith, hope and love. We pray to the Lord.
That those in need of healing of mind, body or spirit, may experience health and
wholeness. We pray to the Lord.
That those who have died may be welcomed into the promised reward that has
been prepared for them. We pray to the Lord.
Together with all the intentions we bring to this Mass, we pray for
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8:30
11:00
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+Patricia Meier
+E.A. Howard
+Martha D. Meier
+Peggy Crenshaw
a special intention for Florence Finnelle
all the parishioners of our Cathedral parish
+John Edgar
+Daniel S. Bongmoyong (bong-MO-yong)
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
We pray to the Lord
For all who have died, that they experience the closeness of Christ in all his
compassion.
We pray to the Lord
Priest: Compassionate God, hear us, and if it be your will, grant these prayers.
Through Christ our Lord.