2nd Week of Advent Sunday 10th December 2017

Candle Prayer Dear Lord Jesus, We light this candle to remind us that you are the Light of the world. As we come together now to pray and to praise may you remove all darkness from our hearts and minds. Amen

The Advent Wreath The second candle is for the Prophets. Lord Jesus, Light of the world, the prophets said you would bring peace and save your people in trouble. Give peace in our hearts at Christmas and show all the world God’s love.

Alleluia Alleluia, Alleluia! Listen to Jesus. Do what he tells you. Open your hearts today. Alleluia!

Peace be with you And also with you The Gospel – Mark 1:1-3 Peace be with you And also with you

The Gospel – Mark 1:1-3 The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

The Gospel – Mark 1:1-3 As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: Look! I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way;

the voice of someone shouting in the desert: The Gospel – Mark 1:1-3 the voice of someone shouting in the desert:

Prepare the way of the Lord! Make his paths straight! The Gospel – Mark 1:1-3 Prepare the way of the Lord! Make his paths straight!

Prayers of the faithful Lord in your mercy, Hear our prayer

The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the Kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever.   Amen

Our School Prayer Father God, protect us, Keep us safe at school each day. Jesus Christ, be with us in our work and in our play. Holy Spirit, guide us, Keep our hope and vision high. Give us faith, fun and friendship As we learn, love and fly.