Franciscan Communications - #Advent is the time we are given to welcome the Lord who comes to encounter us, and also to verify our longing for God, to look forward and prepare
Millennium Chapel - Let us frequently repeat the traditional Advent prayer: “Come, Lord Jesus” (Rev 22:20): before meetings, studying, work, and before making decisions, in the important moments or times of trial:
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Pope Francis says "We need to recognize God's closeness and to say to him: “Come close to us once more!”...This is our Advent prayer: “Come!” at Holy Mass with New Cardinals -
![The Joy of Advent: Daily Reflections from Pope Francis: Houdek, Diane M.: 9781616369453: Amazon.com: Books The Joy of Advent: Daily Reflections from Pope Francis: Houdek, Diane M.: 9781616369453: Amazon.com: Books](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51QJEQH7H5L._AC_UF1000,1000_QL80_.jpg)
The Joy of Advent: Daily Reflections from Pope Francis: Houdek, Diane M.: 9781616369453: Amazon.com: Books
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