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St. Paul’s Lenten Lunches, known for years throughout Richmond, gained devoted followers in part due to the appeal of the famous “Chocolate Sauce” that was served.
I’m honored to follow in the footsteps of a long line of chocolate sauce makers in the St. Paul’s kitchens. Though having no exact idea how chocolate sauce came into being, I am proud to carry on the tradition, recalling the many hands who’ve helped melt the butter and bitter dark chocolate, who have poured in sweetened condensed milk and stirred carefully, on the lookout to ensure nothing burns. I sense the faithful witnesses throughout the decades who have contributed to the wellbeing and sustenance of the Richmond community, breaking bread and coming together over chocolate sauce and prayer.
Like the hands of God watching over us and guiding us with His enduring presence and abundant grace, we are reminded that His abiding faithfulness protects us from harm. And when bitterness and malice creep in and cause us to stumble, the sweet, sure love of God is there to ensure that we are sustained and assured of a place in eternity through our belief in Him and His love for us. Consider our true source of comfort, sustenance and continuity as you enjoy your next bite.
Dear Heavenly Lord, As we come together in community, may we be reflections of your light and see your kindness and mercy shining through us. Help us to light the world with thankfulness and understanding as we offer thanks for your sustaining grace. Comfort and bless us with your abundant love, today and always. In your holy name we pray.
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