Preparing Our Heart Series – Day 23
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Gift of Goodness – December 23, 2021
O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law: come to save us, Lord our God!
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Gift of Goodness – December 22, 2021
O King of all nations and keystone of the Church: come and save man, whom you formed from the dust!
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Gift of Goodness – December 21, 2021
O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.
The fifth antiphon begins with the traditional title for Christ, O Radiant Dawn (O Oriens).
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Gift of Goodness – December 20, 2021
O Key of David, opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom: come and free the prisoners of darkness!
The fourth antiphon begins with the traditional title for Christ, O Key of David (O Clavis David).
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Preparing Your Heart for Christ – An Advent Nativity Reflection – Mary’s Perspective
It is December. We decorate our homes – trees, strings of lights, candles, boxes brightly wrapped – the whole roll out of concrete Christmas. How peaceful is your heart? The Fourth Sunday of Advent symbolizes Peace with the “Angel’s Candle” reminding us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.” Besides lighting the final purple candle on the Advent wreath, we feel the growing excitement for the coming of Christ at Christmas. The Prince of Peace is almost born.
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Smitten With Goodness 