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Merci, Monsieur Farel!

16th Century spiritual leader, William (Guillaume) Farel, is credited with bringing the Reformation to France.
Collegiale of Neuchatel where Farel preached, unveiled in 1876. William Farel is perhaps best known for his mealtime prayer, “Dear 6lb, 8oz baby Jesus….”  Wait, wait, wrong guy… http://www.northparkpres.org/blog/merci-monsieur-farel/

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