Dominican Friars
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A Word of Hope

25 Nov • The Transient & The Eternal: A Thanksgiving Reflection

A Word of Hope

on the transient nature of life and the importance of focusing on the eternal. Inspired by a Gospel passage and a powerful personal anecdote involving a near-miss accident, Father Andrew Carl reminds us that "none of us is promised the next five minutes." As we approach Thanksgiving, this reflection urges us to look beyond the temporary and embrace the essential blessings that truly come from God.

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**Chapters:**
0:00 Welcome & Introduction (Father Andrew Carl Wisdom, Last Week of Ordinary Time)
0:00:17 Gospel Message: The Passing Nature of All Things
0:00:53 Personal Anecdote: A Life-Changing Car Accident
0:01:47 The Core Message: "None of us is promised the next five minutes"
0:02:16 Treasuring Life: Focus on the Essential and Eternal
0:02:25 Thanksgiving Reflection: Being Grateful for True Blessings
0:02:48 Conclusion & Happy Thanksgiving

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