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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, Jesus has reminded us today that we are the light of the world, called not to hide but to shine brightly amidst the darkness of injustice. With confidence in God, the source of all true light, let us bring our petitions before Him, asking for the grace to flip every switch of mercy-filled action in our world.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, that she may never be content with empty rituals, but instead boldly embrace her prophetic call to be a light that transforms the darkness of sin and complacency through authentic service to our neighbor. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For the world community, that the darkness of war, violence, and systemic poverty may be dispelled by leaders who are committed to justice and the dignity of every human person. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For those who are currently living in the shadowed places identified by the prophet Isaiah—the hungry, the homeless, the naked, and the forgotten. May Christ's light shine upon them through the generous, mercy-filled actions of compassion by God's people. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly gathered here, that we may have the courage to examine our own lives, identify the obstacles that prevent us from shining, and become true prophets of light in our own families and neighborhoods. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all those who have died, that having passed through the darkness of death, they may now enjoy the eternal brilliance of God’s presence in the new day of the Kingdom. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, you pierce the darkness with the light of your Son, Jesus Christ. Hear the prayers of your people, who desire to reflect your brightness. Grant us the strength to confront injustice with mercy, so that others may see our good works and give glory to you. We ask this through Christ our Light. Amen.

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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, Jesus has called us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world, warning us against hiding the gift of faith we have received. Knowing that our faith must be demonstrated through the power of the Spirit and concrete good works, let us petition the Father for the grace to live out what we believe.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, the new Israel; that she may never be content with mere words of wisdom, but actively demonstrate the power of the Holy Spirit through works of mercy, becoming a city set on a hill that cannot be hidden. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For the world and its leaders; that the prophetic call of Isaiah to actually care for the needy—the hungry, the homeless, and the oppressed—may be heeded, moving nations beyond good intentions into active justice. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For those whose faith has lost its flavor due to fear, discouragement, or the pressures of secular society; that the Holy Spirit may restore their "saltiness" and give them the courage not to hide their light under a bushel basket. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly gathered here; that we may take inventory of our lives and move beyond just believing the right things, committing ourselves to the good works that lead our families, neighbors, and coworkers to give glory to God. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all the faithful departed, who sought to walk in the ways of the Lord; may they now be welcomed into the eternal light of God’s heavenly city. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, you have restored us and opened our eyes to the truth of your Son. Do not let us conceal what you have given us. Empower us to live our faith publicly with a demonstration of your Spirit, so that seeing our good works, the world may know that you are God. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Presider’s Introduction: Brothers and sisters, Our Lord Jesus Christ has called us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Conscious that we cannot be flavorless or hidden, let us boldly bring our petitions to the Father, asking for the grace to live out this challenging mission.

Reader/Deacon:

1. For the holy Church of God: that all baptized Catholics may joyfully embrace their mission to take our faith out of the church building and into the world, enhancing every aspect of society with the flavor of the Gospel. We pray to the Lord.
2. For the world and its leaders: that the light of Christ may shine into the darkest corners of human activity, highlighting injustice and guiding all nations toward ways of peace and truth. We pray to the Lord.
3. For parents and families: that they may act as preservatives in the home, keeping their children safe from evil and faithfully passing on the treasure of Catholic teaching and practice. We pray to the Lord.
4. For those who are struggling, discouraged, or living in darkness: that they may encounter Christians who are fully alive and joyful, and be attracted to the True Light of Christ shining through them. We pray to the Lord.
5. For this local assembly gathered here: that we may offer God our very best—our energy, our will, and our gifts—to act as a catalyst, making the fire of the Holy Spirit burn hotter in our community. We pray to the Lord.
6. For all our faithful departed: that they who sought to walk in the light of Christ on earth may now inherit the Kingdom of eternal light and peace. We pray to the Lord.

Presider’s Closing Prayer: God of all grace, You sent your Son to be the True Light that enlightens every person. Hear the prayers of your people who desire to be his witnesses. Help us to remove from our lives whatever is not of Christ, so that we may reflect His brightness and be savory salt for a world in need. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Celebrant: Brothers and sisters, the prophet Isaiah reminds us that true worship involves caring for the afflicted, and Saint Paul teaches us to rest our faith not on human wisdom, but on the power of God. Trusting in that power, let us bring our petitions before the Father.

Deacon or Reader:

1. For the Church, called to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world: that we may avoid the temptation of relying on subtle rhetoric or worldly power, resolving instead to know nothing except Jesus Christ and him crucified. We pray to the Lord.
2. For leaders of nations and lawmakers: that they may move beyond political posturing and heed God’s clear command to share bread with the hungry, shelter the oppressed and homeless, and protect the vulnerable. We pray to the Lord.
3. For those who are suffering, particularly the hungry, the naked, and the afflicted: that we may not turn our backs on our own, but use whatever power we possess to tend to their needs, so that their gloom may become as midday. We pray to the Lord.
4. For this faith community: that our religious practices may never become empty rituals, but rather fuel us to do the authentic work of the Lord, ensuring our light is never hidden under a bushel basket. We pray to the Lord.
5. For all those who have died in the hope of the resurrection: that they may see the light of God break forth like the dawn and experience eternal healing in His presence. We pray to the Lord.

Celebrant: Gracious God, you desire mercy and justice more than burnt offerings. Hear the prayers we offer today, and grant us the grace to be true disciples whose good works glorify your name. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, the prophet Isaiah and our Lord Jesus Christ remind us that true faith must blossom into lives of charity and justice. Challenged today not to turn our backs on our own flesh and blood, let us bring our petitions to God, asking for the grace to be His instruments of mercy in a troubled world.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, that she may be a faithful witness to the core of the Judeo-Christian tradition; moving beyond doctrine alone to actively embody Christ’s compassion for the marginalized through the Corporal Works of Mercy. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For the world and its leaders, that a genuine respect for the sacredness of all human life may replace the culture of violence seen in war, mass shootings, and abortion. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For those who are suffering and vulnerable—especially the starving in places like Somalia and Myanmar, the homeless on our streets, and the immigrants at our borders—that Christians may not turn their backs on them, but respond with concrete shelter and sustenance. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly gathered here, that we may take seriously the challenge of Catholic Social Teaching; not yielding to guilt, but allowing the Holy Spirit to guide us together toward sincere, practical responses to the needs around us. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all who have died, that having sought to serve Christ by serving the "least of these" in this life, they may now see the light of God break forth like an eternal dawn. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Gracious God, you promise us through the prophet Isaiah that when we share our bread with the hungry and shelter the oppressed, our light will shine in the darkness. Hear the prayers of your people and empower us with your Spirit, that our faith may always be accompanied by works of love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Presider: Let us bring our prayers before the Father of Lights, asking for the grace to share Christ’s message not just in words, but in a life filled with passion, mercy, and truth.

Lector:

• For the Church and all who proclaim the Gospel: That we may speak with passion and clarity, never obscuring the light of Christ through indifference or empty words, but inviting all people to hear the message of salvation. We pray to the Lord.
• For those who teach and lead in our communities: That they may be guarded against hypocrisy, ensuring that their actions match their words so they do not drive others away from God, but rather draw them near. We pray to the Lord.
• For the grace of unity: That we may share our faith in a way that heals rather than divides, avoiding the darkness of discord and becoming a true light for the upright. We pray to the Lord.
• For the hungry, the homeless, and the naked: That we may answer the call to share our bread, provide shelter, and offer clothing, letting our light shine forth like the dawn through concrete acts of mercy. We pray to the Lord.
• For this parish community: That we may not hide our faith under a basket of fear or inaction, but boldly share God’s light in both word and deed for all the world to see. We pray to the Lord.

Presider: God of all goodness, You call us to be the light of the world. Remove from us the dullness of spirit that hides your truth. Kindle in us a fire of love that shines in our actions, so that others may see our good works and give glory to You. We ask this through Christ our Lord.Amen.

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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, Jesus calls us to show the world who our Heavenly Father is by acting like Him, becoming a true light in the darkness. Inspired by the prophet Isaiah’s call to shelter the oppressed and never turn our backs on our own flesh and blood, let us bring our petitions before God, the author of all life.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, that in her mission of new evangelization, she may shine as a brilliant light against secularism, helping the world rediscover the profound meaning of birth, death, and the sanctity of every human life. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For leaders of nations and society, that they may hear the cry to eradicate injustice from our midst, and work to protect the most oppressed segment of our population—the children in the womb. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For families facing unexpected or difficult pregnancies; that parents and grandparents may heed Isaiah’s challenge not to turn their backs on their own flesh and blood, finding the grace to sacrifice personal plans to welcome new life. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly, that the convincing power of the Holy Spirit may be visible in our lives, leading us to be active and generous protectors of life, not only through our words but through our willingness to sacrifice for others. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all who have died, particularly those whose lives were ended before birth; may they rest in the eternal embrace of the Father who created them. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, you call your children to reflect your image by sheltering the afflicted and defending the vulnerable. Hear our prayers and empower us with your Spirit to live actively as a people of life, so that our actions may convince the world of your love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, Jesus has entrusted us with the vital mission to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Conscious that we are called to preserve what is good and to shine amidst the darkness, let us confidently bring our prayers before our Heavenly Father.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, that she may faithfully fulfill her role as a moral and spiritual preservative in society, preventing what is good from turning bad through her prayers, teaching, and example. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For the world, especially places shadowed by violence, corruption, or despair; that Christians placed there for a purpose may have the courage to let their light shine, bringing blessing and glory to God through their good deeds. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For parents and guardians, that they may find the grace to be salt to their children by protecting the goodness within them, and light by guiding them clearly on the right moral path. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly gathered here, that we may remember Jesus did not call us to be the light of the church, but the light of the world; may we boldly carry our faith into our workplaces, schools, neighborhoods, and friend groups. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all those who have died, that having striven to live as children of the light on this earth, they may now inherit the eternal brightness of the Kingdom of Heaven. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Gracious Father, you desire your children to be a valuable presence in the world, preserving goodness and dispelling darkness. Hear our prayers and strengthen us, so that our lives may be a seasoning of grace to those around us and a beacon of your love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Presider’s Opening Words: Brothers and sisters, Jesus calls us not to hide our faith, but to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world, influencing those around us through good deeds. Trusting in the Father who desires us to shine brightly, let us bring our needs and the needs of the whole world before Him.

Petitions:

1. For the Church, that she may never lose the potent flavor of the Gospel. May all Christians encourage one another to perform good works that glorify our heavenly Father and illuminate the path for others. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
2. For the world and its leaders, that those in power may act as true lights in the darkness, championing justice and peace, and ensuring that no person is treated as useless or cast aside. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
3. For those experiencing the darkness of loneliness, poverty, or despair; that through the concrete, charitable actions of believers, they may encounter the warmth and light of Christ’s presence. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
4. For our local assembly gathered here, that we may accept the challenge to become exactly who God meant us to be, and by doing so, set our own community on fire with His love. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)
5. For all who have died, that having lived their lives in faith, they may now enter into the eternal light of God’s Kingdom. Let us pray to the Lord. (All: Lord, hear our prayer.)

Presider’s Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, you do not desire us to be flavorless or hidden. Hear our prayers and grant us the grace to live our faith authentically. May our actions always reflect your goodness, so that the world may see your light shining through us. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.