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St. Blaise Throat Blessings

Fr. Joe Scott
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In the first Facts of Faith recorded by Fr. Larry and Fr. Dave, Fr. Larry describes the origin of the ritual, why we use candles to bless throats, and why the healing of throat illnesses is associated with St. Blaise.

Fr. Joe Scott
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