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Dec 2024
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A Prayer of Hope and Expectation This Ad...

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For those not familiar, Advent is a four-week-long season of anticipation for the coming King. It is a time dedicated to anticipating the “arrival” or “advent” of the long-awaited Messiah, Jesus. There are four main reflections on hope, joy, love, and peace. - Heidi Vegh

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