Every fourth Thursday in November, millions of people in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving Day.. Although its roots are cultural and historical, this holiday has crossed borders and become a special occasion to express gratitude, share with family, and appreciate the gifts received.
What is Thanksgiving Day?
Thanksgiving tiene su origen en el siglo XVII, cuando los primeros colonos ingleses en América ofrecieron un banquete para dar gracias a Dios por la cosecha y la ayuda recibida de los pueblos nativos. Since then, the celebration has evolved, but its essence remains the same: give thanks for life, family, friends, and divine providence.
Although it is not an official religious holiday, for Christians it is an opportunity to remember that gratitude is a deeply evangelical attitude.
For the Angelic Sisters, el espíritu de acción de gracias está presente cada día, especialmente en el acompañamiento a los más solos, en el servicio cotidiano y en la alegría de lo pequeño. A grateful life becomes a life of devotion.
How we can live Thanksgiving today
- Giving thanks to God in personal or communal prayer.
- Sharing a table with someone who is alone or needs company.
- Writing a letter or message to someone who has had a significant impact on our lives.
- Performing a concrete act of service with a grateful heart.
At this time of year, when many countries are preparing for Advent and Christmas, Thanksgiving Day can be an open door to recognise God’s action in everyday life, cultivate a humble heart and renew our desire to live as grateful, available and fraternal people.
Thank you, Lord, for so much. Thank you also for what I do not understand, because You are there too.