When He came to us as man, the Son of God scattered the darkness of this world, and filled this holy night (day) with His glory. May the God of infinite goodness scatter the darkness of sin and brighten your hearts with holiness. R. Amen! God sent His angels to shepherds to herald the great […]
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God is the glory and joy of all His saints, whose memory we celebrate today. May His blessing be with you always. R. Amen! May the prayers of the saints deliver you from present evil. May their example of holy living turn your thoughts to service of God and neighbour. R. Amen! God’s holy Church
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(The priest wearing a surplice and a violet stole, says:) V. Our help is in the name of the Lord. R. Who has made heaven and earth. V. Lord, do not act with us as our sins would demand. R. Nor repay us according to the measure of our evils. V. Men and cattle You
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Blessed are you, God our Father, Maker of the universe: You have sent Jesus to be our brother and to save us in Your love. Bless + us as we begin this year, and help us in all we do for You. Let Your Holy Spirit give us light, and lead us to You through
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May almighty God bless you on this day when his only Son ascended into heaven to prepare a place for you. R. Amen! After his resurrection, Christ was seen by His disciples. When He appears as judge may you be pleasing for ever in His sight. R. Amen! You believe that Jesus has taken His
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Father in Heaven, bless us as we gather today for this meeting. Guide our minds and hearts so that we will work for the good of our community, and help all Your people. teach us to be generous in our outlook, courageous in face of difficulty, and wise in our decisions. Father, we praise You,
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You believe that the Son of God once came to us; you look for Him to come again. May His coming bring you the light of His holiness and free you with His blessing. R. Amen! May God make you steadfast in faith, joyful in hope, and untiring in love all the days of your
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Heavenly Father, bless the people of this community, and help us to work together to make it a better home for all. bless this meal we share together, and fill us with the strength to live in harmony. Bless are you, Lord God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Dear God: Thank you for preparing this table before us. Thank you for the bounty of the earth, which nourishes our bodies. Thank you for the abundance of your goodness, which sustains our lives, strengthening us to serve you more effectively. Thank you for the hands that prepared this meal and for the joy of
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Heavenly Father, we who follow Jesus give You praise. Bless us in Your love, and bless this food which we share for the glory of Your name. Father, we ask this blessing through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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