Bishop Cote Reflects on Peace

Bishop Cote Reflects on Peace

Posted on December 16, 2020 in: FaithSparks, Advent

This month’s Hope and Faith video series, sponsored by the Office of Faith Events, has a special guest speaker for the four weeks of Advent - The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote. His thought-provoking reflections will be a welcome addition to your Christmas preparation. Bishop Cote will share reflections on patience, love, peace, and anticipation. The videos will be released every Wednesday throughout the month of December.

Week 3

Peace

This week on the Hope and Faith Series, the Most Reverend Michael Cote, Bishop of Norwich, speaks about Advent peace.

Bookmark and visit NorwichDiocese.org/Advent for additional resources this Advent season.

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