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tigers1007
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I have been attending daily Mass and every Tuesday at our Church, we do a Novena seeking the intercession of St. Anthony of Padua and St. Therese. After the Novena, the Priest holds an object in front of the altar and offers it to be kissed by those in attendance. I am sure that this is a stupid question, but I would appreciate it if someone could explain to me what this is about and what is the proper procedure for one who approaches the altar (e.g., does one just simply kiss the object or is there something to be said first?; what is the object called, etc.). Thank you.