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A Simple Way to Pray around the Advent Wreath: Prayers for Every Day During Advent
WAU.org ^ | Advent-2010 | Theresa Keller

Posted on 11/28/2010 3:36:38 PM PST by Salvation

 

A Simple Way to Pray around the Advent Wreath

Prayers for Every Day During Advent

A Simple Way to Pray around the Advent Wreath

For many Catholic families, the Advent wreath is a treasured tradition. In the darkest days of winter, as we gather around the dinner table, the candles remind us of the light of Christ. This is the perfect time for family prayer.

The suggested Scripture passages are taken from one of the Mass readings for the day. The accompanying prayers can be read by different members of the family on alternating days. On Christmas Day, you can continue your family prayer time by removing the three purple and one pink candle and replacing them with white or red candles. We hope these prayers will prepare everyone in your family for Christmas. May the Lord bless you as together you raise your voices and hearts to him.



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Day Six of the O Antiphons — Rex Gentium, King of All Nations, King of the Gentiles


61 posted on 12/22/2010 11:53:53 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Last Day of the O Antiphons

O Emanuel — God with us


62 posted on 12/22/2010 11:54:55 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Friday, December 24

Read Luke 1:67-79

Jesus, as the dawn breaks each morning, let your light break into our lives in a new way this Christmas. As we come to you each day in prayer with our burdens and our needs, help us to comprehend more fully your mercy and love. Give us hearts like yours.


63 posted on 12/23/2010 11:20:53 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Christmas Novena

Today is Day Nine of the Christmas Novena.



64 posted on 12/23/2010 11:21:28 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Saturday, December 25—The Nativity of Our Lord

Read John 1:1-18

Father, you first loved us! You chose us and declared: “I want them to be my children forever.” And then through Jesus you poured out grace upon grace on us so we could love you and follow you. It is not by our power, but by your incredible love for us, that we believe in your Son


65 posted on 12/24/2010 8:14:00 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Sunday, December 26—The Holy Family

Read Colossians 3:12-21

Lord, in our family today and every day, may we be clothed with your mercy and love. Bind us together in perfect harmony. We lift our hearts to you in thanksgiving for the family you have given us. Help us to be more like the Holy Family each day.


66 posted on 12/25/2010 9:03:54 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Monday, December 27—St. John

Read 1 John 1:1-4

Thank you, Father, for your apostle John, who testified to your life and love. As we are filled with your life, we have fellowship with you, with your Son, Jesus, and with one another. You are so generous. Our joy is complete.


67 posted on 12/26/2010 11:21:04 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Tuesday, December 28—The Holy Innocents

Read Matthew 2:13-18

Lord, although the powers of darkness rage against the light of Christ, you are always the victor. We join our voices with those innocent children who were martyred that day and now enjoy the light of your presence forever. Keep away from us all darkness, and protect us from evil.


68 posted on 12/27/2010 9:40:12 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Wednesday, December 29

Read Luke 2:22-35

Father, you have fulfilled all your promises in your Son Jesus. Through him you have established a new covenant with your people. We thank you for your steadfast, never-ending love. Like Simeon and Anna, we will sing of your love and proclaim your mercy through all generations.


69 posted on 12/28/2010 9:22:02 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Thursday, December 30

Read Psalm 96:7-10

You are worthy, Lord God, of every word of praise we could utter. We praise so many things and people around us, but who can compare with you? You made everything there is, and you hold all of us in your hand and in your heart. We praise you above all.


70 posted on 12/29/2010 9:39:51 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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Friday, December 31

Read 1 John 2:18-21

Jesus, you are the way, the truth, and the life. You have anointed us with your Holy Spirit. As the new year begins, keep us close to you and fill us with the fire of your love so that we may proclaim your truth to everyone we meet.


71 posted on 12/30/2010 8:28:02 PM PST by Salvation ("With God all things are possible." Matthew 19:26)
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