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    Maryknoll Society - Dec 22 at 4:41 AM
     
     
    “Merry Christmas”
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    Dear Deacon Nguyen,

    Trust in God; do not be afraid. The Christmas story is filled with these comforting words.
    “Therefore the Lord himself will give you this sign: the virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall name him Emmanuel.”
    ~ Isaiah 7:14
    I think about the shepherds in the fields terrified at first by the appearance of an angel. But then they were immediately comforted with these words: “Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” Luke 2:10

    I think about St. Joseph who was unsure of his role but prepared to accept the child born of a woman to whom he was betrothed because he believed that God’s will was best.

    The unexpected in life can frighten us at times, and like the shepherds we need reassurance. That is why we have the “comfort and joy” of Christmas. Our Savior has come with the promise of salvation. We are safe in his love.

    Dinh, thank you for taking this Journey of Faith with me during the four weeks of Advent. I have enjoyed the sharing, and hearing back from many of you. For now, may you be surrounded by love this Christmas. And as the faithful missioner I know you are, may you give love and comfort to all you know—now and always. I wish you and those dearest to you a very Merry Christmas.
    Father Raymond J. Finch, M.M. Sincerely yours in Christ,
    Father Raymond J. Finch, M.M.
    Prayer for 4th Sunday of Advent
    Prince of Peace, come again into our world
    to calm every fear and comfort our hearts.
    You who stilled the storm
    and quieted the wind and waves,
    extend Your hands of mercy
    toward us, lost and confused,
    in this land of our exile.

    May we extend Your peace on earth
    and share Your goodwill with all
    who seek to do Your Will.
    May angels surround our family
    with their protection and glory
    and may the Morning Star arise
    in our hearts to lead us all to You.

    Amen.
    ~ Father Joseph R. Veneroso, M.M.
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