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Jan 2022
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Day 2: The Fall of Adam and Eve (2022)

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In today's readings of Genesis 3-4 and Psalm 104, Fr. Mike draws the connection between love and sacrifice in the story of Adam and Eve and explains the story of Cain and Abel.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.

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