Sunday, December 16, 2007

The Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday)


Today is the Third Sunday of Advent, the week when the pink candle on the Advent wreath is lit.
PRAYER FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF ADVENT
Almighty and loving God, your son has taught us the way to live as your children. We were blessed in our baptisms with special gifts and graces, and still there are times when we find it hard to be all that we should be.We ask for an increased awareness of the needs of others and for the courage to stand up for those who can not stand up for themselves. Please, God, help us to so live in your grace that all who know us will know you and your love. Amen.
(Advent prayer from The Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids' website.)

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