November 23, 2004
This issue: Celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and the beginning of Advent by sending Catholic e-cards to family and friends.

Thanksgiving Is Thursday

Thanksgiving
“O Father of Goodness, we thank you each one for happiness, healthiness, friendship and fun, for good things we think of, and good things we do, and all that is beautiful, loving and true. Amen.” 
Thanksgiving
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good!” 
Thanksgiving
“Loving God, let the gratitude we know today seep like a gentle rain into the lives and hearts of all people we meet in your world and at your table. Amen.” 

Advent Begins Sunday

Advent 
“In this season of Advent, as we gather to wait in the darkness of winter nights for Jesus our Light to come, may our hearts be filled with your joy and promise.” 
Advent 
“O God, my heart desires the warmth of your love, and my mind is searching for the light of your Word. Increase my longing for Jesus. Amen.” 
Advent
“Our God will come to save us.” 
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November 2004
25  Thanksgiving Day (U.S.)
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Daily Reflections for Advent 2004
The Lion and the Lamb
Booklet by Karen Berry, O.S.F.
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