Fontana detta la "Terrina" - the Soup Tureen
in Piazza della Chiesa Nuova
Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
ever faithful to your promises
and ever close to your Church:
the earth rejoices in hope of the Savior's coming
and looks forward with longing
to his return at the end of time.
Prepare our hearts and remove the sadness
that hinders us from feeling the joy and hope
which his presence will bestow,
for he is Lord for ever and ever.
From the Companion Missal:
The Opening Mass Prayer for the Third Sunday of Advent
This picture conveys simply but eloquently the role fountains play in the street life of Rome: serving as plaything to a child and providing the soundtrack to everyday life.
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