Heavenly Father,
As we thank and praise You that the Lord revealed through a meal the gift of Himself in the Eucharist, so today we ask you that through our sharing in this meal we may continue to grow in Your gifts of faith, hope and love.
Look with favor on the Fordham family everywhere and, especially in this month of the holy souls, we beg You give refreshment, light and peace to all of the faithful departed Fordham graduates, their family members and in particular Father Allen Novotny, S.J., a fellow alum and a friend to this local Fordham circle.
As we bless this meal, make us mindful of those who lack their daily bread, and grant that we may share our gifts with all of those in need.
Bless us, O Lord, and these gifts which we receive in your goodness through Christ our Lord. Amen.
A Summary of Our Salvation – A Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent
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On the Fourth Sunday of Advent we are close to the unfolding of the great
mystery of the Word made flesh. It is easy for us to look right past it,
but we...
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We met him in Rome and he is an incredibly warm and strong Church leader. He is just what our country and the world need. May God be with him at every step---and may the Holy Father give him a red hat soon!
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