The Meaning of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is not just a secular holiday. Many civilizations throughout history celebrated the harvest by thanking their God(s). The Pilgrims, who were Christians celebrated with their Native American brethren upon whom they heavily depended for survival. Join Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, as he explains the origins and meaning of Thanksgiving.

Watch Fr. Chris Alar and the Marian Fathers and Brothers from the National Shrine of Divine Mercy on our new show Living Divine Mercy airing every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. ET on EWTN. Through teaching segments, Bible and St. Faustina Diary excerpts, as well as real-life examples of people who are living Divine Mercy in their lives, you will learn why Jesus said Divine Mercy is mankind's last hope of salvation!

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