Today’s Gift: The Word of God (The Bible)
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Advent Calendar 2009: John grew up, lived in the desert and taught and baptised people.
Advent Candle:
O King of Nations, come and deliver us whom you formed from the dust of the earth.
O Dayspring, come, and enlighten all those who sit in darkness.
O Key of David, come, and deliver from priso those who sit in the shadow of death.
O Stock of Jesse, come and save us and do not delay.
O Lord and Ruler, come redeem us with outstretched arms.
O, Wisdom, come and teach us the way of care.
God of Salvation, send us your Son.
God of all People, send us your Son.
God of Peace, send us your Son.
God of Hope, send us your Son.
God of the Prophets, send us your Son.
God of New Beginnings, send us your Son.
God of Opportunities, send us your Son.
God of all Graces, send us your Son.
God of all Vision, send us your Son.
God of Wonder, send us your Son.
God of Openness, send us your Son.
God of Clarity, send us your Son.
God of all Compassion, send us your Son.
God of Surprises, send us your Son.
God of the Needy, send us your Son.
God of New Beginnings, send us your Son.
God of Eternal Joy, send us your Son.
God of Revelation, send us your Son.
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Dear Lord,
Help us to appreciate Your blessings and Your infinite love for us. Then we can learn to recognise You in the world around us and help grow real, concrete virtue in our hearts that shows in what we say and do. Bring us to life. Make our hearts sing for joy and exult in You.
