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Today is Day One!
Actually, it's day two. The novena normally begins on December 15. The Maronite Church is the only one in this part of the state that is holding this novena. Due to the bad weather and horrific road conditions, Father had to cancel it tonight. On Thursday, our bishop is coming up from Brooklyn to attend the Novena. We're hoping for a good turnout.
Concluding PrayerWe have offered You, O Admirable Child, the only begotten Son of God, the aroma of our incense, the desires of our hearts, the submission of our souls, the adoring reverence of our bodies, and the invocations of our lips. Grant us that this may be a worthy preparation for Your Pure Nativity. May the Holy Day of Christmas find You willing to dwell in us through the sacrament of Your Sacred Body and Blood, as You have dwel womb of Your Mother. May we be enlightened by the instruction of Your Holy Angels as were the meek shepherds. May we give You a truly Spiritual Adoration as did the blessed Magi when we offer You not gold, frankincense and myrrh, but faith, hope and warm love. May these virtues flame in our souls and bring forth good acts pleasing to Your will. To You and to the Blessed Father and to Your Holy Spirit, we offer glory and honor, now and forever.
Amen
Thanks!