Posted on 12/18/2009 8:43:02 AM PST by Mortifier
Today is the last Friday of Advent. Advent in itself is a time of prayer, abstinence, and alms-giving. Do most people remember Advent as a holy season? Since Fridays have always been a day of mortification and prayer, it would be special to honour our Lord. Take the time to say a prayer, give to the needy, visit a shut-in, abstain from your favourite treat, or simply skip a meal. Its that simple and it is for a worthy cause.
Welcome to FR. I’m not a Catholic but you do have excellent suggestions. Wishing you a joyous and blessed Christmas season.
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