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Dear Friends in Christ,As we gather in early November to remember the saints and souls who have gone before us, let us ask for their inspiration to guide us as we participate in the upcoming election day on the 5th. The only words I care to add to the volumes you have already heard leading up to this important civic moment are the following prayer that comes from the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops:Lord God, as the election approaches,We seek to better understand the issues and concerns confronting our city/state/country and how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community.We ask for eyes that are free from blindness so that we might see each other as brothers and sisters, one and equal in dignity, especially those who are victims of abuse and violence, deceit, and poverty.We ask for ears that will hear the cries of unborn children and those abandoned, and men and women who are oppressed because of race or creed, religion, or gender.We ask for minds and hearts open to hearing the voices of leaders who will bring us closer to your Kingdom.We pray for discernment so that we may choose leaders who hear your Word, live your love, and keep in the ways of your truth as they follow in the steps of Jesus and his Apostles and guide us to your Kingdom of justice and peace.We ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ, and through the power of the Holy Spirit.Amen.Blessings of peace,Fr. William Heric, PastorAssumption | St. Bridget | St. Catherine of Siena | Our Lady of the LakeHoly Mary Mother of God…pray for us!St. Bridget of Kildare…pray for us!St. Catherine of Siena…pray for us!Live Jesus in our hearts…forever!
