On this Thanksgiving, in the spirit of the Knights Templar, may we stand as humble warriors of Christ: grateful for all that God has entrusted to us, mindful of those who are poor, hungry, lonely, or oppressed, and ready to share our blessings as an act of holy charity.

Let us honor the fallen and those who have gone before us as faithful comrades now at rest, cherish the brothers and sisters God has placed at our side, and strengthen the bonds of family and friendship around the table.

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