Prayer for the New Year 2026

Heavenly Father,
as I stand at the threshold of this new year,
I come before You with a heart full of hope and trust.

Thank You for the gift of another year,
for the grace You have given me,
and for Your faithful presence in my life.

I place this new year into Your hands.
Guide my steps, protect my heart,
and help me grow closer to You each day.

Bless my family, my work, my relationships,
and all the intentions I carry in my heart.
Give me strength in trials,
wisdom in decisions,
and peace in uncertainty.

Lord, may this year be one of grace, renewal, and deeper faith.
I trust in Your providence and surrender all to Your will.

Through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

2025 Advent Season Prayer & Reflection Opportunities

Prepare for the Coming of the Lord

Lighting Advent Candles – At the start of each weekend mass during Advent, people are needed to help light the candles on the Advent wreath. Watch the main vestibule for the sign-up poster and volunteer to help at one of the masses.

Lessons & Carols Service – On Sunday, December 14th at 6:30 pm in church, the parish is hosting a special Lessons & Carols service of readings, music, prayer and quiet reflection.

Celebration of Feast of Immaculate Conception – On Monday, December 8th, at 8:30 am, and 7:00 pm, in church, the parish will celebrate the holyday and feast of The Immaculate Conception with Mass.

Family of Parishes Reconciliation Service – On Wednesday, December 10th, at 7:00 pm, our Family of Parishes is hosting a Communal Reconciliation service at St. Genevieve/St. Maurice Parish in Livonia.