November 30th - First Sunday of Advent

The first candle is a symbol of the kindly light and of hope that gives us ‘the resolve to run forth to meet Christ’ whose presence dispels darkness.

December 1st, Monday

Feast of St Andrew

"Follow me, says the Lord, and I will make you fishers of men."

December 2nd, Tuesday

We pray for those who are struggling and we ask the Lord to keep them in his care. Amen.

December 3rd, Wednesday

Pray for all missionaries around the world, who are working to bring God’s love where it is needed.

December 4th, Thursday

Do not worry about who is and is not on your side: simply make sure that God is with you in all you do.

December 5th, Friday

Be strong, let your heart take courage, all who hope in the lord.

December 6th, Saturday

The feast of Saint Nicholas. 

Saint Nicholas was especially devoted to the poor. We ask Saint Nicholas to intercede for all who need his help. Amen.

December 7th - Second Sunday of Advent

Today is the Second Sunday of Advent. We ask God for strength to be like John the Baptist, preparing the way for the Lord. John the Baptist is presented as a messenger to prepare the way of Jesus. He left his home and comforts to live a different life. He was dedicated to working for God and others. 

A voice cries in the wilderness:

Prepare a way for the Lord,

make his paths straight. (Luke 3:1-6)

December 8th - Monday

The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Our Lady, overflowing with grace, all creation receives new life from your abundance.

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Immaculate Mary of the people

Mother of the afflicted

Of a heart which was Yes to life

Of a heart which was Yes to the neighbour

Of a heart which was Yes to God,

Of a poor heart welcoming Jesus.

(Brazilian Hymn)

December 9th, Tuesday

Today we pray for all those living with dementia. May they know in their hearts God’s comforting embrace and continue to realise, as names and memories fade, that they are loved by family, friends, and especially by you. Amen. 

December 10th, Wednesday

Jesus said, ‘Come to me,

all you who labour and are overburdened, and I will give you rest.

Matthew 11:28

December 11th, Thursday

“The supreme rule in the Church is love. No one is called to dominate; all are called to serve.” 

Pope Leo XIV, October 2025

December 12th, Friday

Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas. Feast of Saint Finian of Clonard.

December 13th, Saturday

O glorious Saint Lucy, virgin and martyr who gave her life for the church, we venerate your sacrifice for our faith.

December 14th - Third Sunday of Advent

Today is the Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday. Rejoice! For the Lord is near! The joy of the kingdom is anticipated.

“There stands among you, unknown to you, the one who is coming after me.” John the Baptist was a witness sent from God. His is the voice of hope. His words echo through the wilderness of our world and our lives. Before John, Mary was proclaiming the greatness of the Lord. And before Mary, there was Isaiah. He was anointed to bring good news to the oppressed, to help the broken-hearted and to proclaim liberty to captives. Each one – John, Mary, Isaiah – is a witness of hope.

December 15th, Monday

Bless the work of those running food banks and centres; move us to give to them as generously as we can.

December 16th, Tuesday

Today we pray for all who are housebound and for all those in care facilities. Amen.

December 17th, Wednesday

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas, let us be mindful that many people will be struggling to put food on their tables.

December 18th, Thursday

Give us hope, Lord, to steady our steps, for we walk by faith and not by earthly sight.

December 19th, Friday

We give thanks and praise for mothers and fathers, young and old. We remember those who are no longer with us but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love. Amen.

December 20th, Saturday

We thank you, Lord, for all that we have: move us to give of our plenty to those who have little.

December 21st - Fourth Sunday of Advent

Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent and today we celebrate the Virgin Mary: “I will sing forever of your love, O Lord.”

Mary puts her faith in God and stands ready to do what is asked of her. Can we be open to the working of the Holy Spirit within us and through us?

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May the light of Christ enter our hearts so that we may share the warmth of God’s love with those we meet. 

December 22nd, Monday

“Hope in God never disappoints”

Pope Leo XIV, June 2025

December 23rd, Tuesday

Lord Jesus, look after the children of the world, protect them and hear their prayers.

December 24th, Wednesday

The Lord is my light and my help.

December 25th, Thursday - Christmas Day

May Jesus light in our hearts, love, hope and peace. With Mary and Joseph we rejoice in the birth of Jesus. May we welcome Christ as they did. Amen.

Happy Christmas!