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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 7.04.21
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Meditation [1] : What does this text say to me, today, and to my life? (Please note: We share one here as an example but feel free to focus on the phrase God is helping to highlight for you.)“A prophet is not without honor except in his native place.”
When have I failed to honor those whose helped to form my faith?- What word or words in this passage caught my attention?
- What in this passage comforted me?
- What in this passage challenged me?
[1] Meditation Question is from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, p. 176
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 7.04.21Prayer: What can I say to the Lord in response to His word?
I bring to the Lord the praise, petition, or thanksgiving that the Word inspires in me.
Contemplation [1] : What conversion of the mind, heart, or life is the Lord asking of me?
I spend quiet time in God’s presence.
Who are the prophets calling me to live according to God’s will?
[1] Contemplation and Action focus are chosen from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, p. 178
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actionHow can I make my life a gift for others in charity?
- Suggested actions to consider: Can I prayerfully consider participating in the process for the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) in our parish as a catechist or sponsor?
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ZOOM REGISTRATION under hiatus for the summer
Register for the Gospel Reflections on a Zoom session by clicking on ZOOM here.
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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 7.11.21
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Meditation[1]: What does this text say to me, today, and to my life? (Please note: We share one here as an example but feel free to focus on the phrase God is helping to highlight for you.)“Whatever place does not welcome you or listen to you, leave there and shake the dust off your feet in testimony against them.”
When have I felt unwelcome?- What word or words in this passage caught my attention?
- What in this passage comforted me?
- What in this passage challenged me?
[1] Meditation Question is from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, p. 182
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 7.11.21Prayer: What can I say to the Lord in response to His word?
I bring to the Lord the praise, petition, or thanksgiving that the Word inspires in me.Contemplation [2] : What conversion of the mind, heart, or life is the Lord asking of me? I spend quiet time in God’s presence.
When have I failed to welcome someone?[2] Contemplation and Action focus are chosen from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, p. 217
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actionHow can I make my life a gift for others in charity?
- Suggested actions to consider: Can I learn more about welcoming the stranger by visiting the Justice for Immigrants website: https://justiceforimmigrants.org. Would I consider volunteering to be a greeter at any our parish masses or events?
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ZOOM REGISTRATION UNDER HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 7.18.21
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Meditation[1]: What does this text say to me, today, and to my life? (Please note: We share one here as an example but feel free to focus on the phrase God is helping to highlight for you.)“Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.”
Where can I go to pray?- What word or words in this passage caught my attention?
- What in this passage comforted me?
- What in this passage challenged me?
[1] Meditation Question is from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, p. 186
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 7.18.21Prayer: What can I say to the Lord in response to His word?
I bring to the Lord the praise, petition, or thanksgiving that the Word inspires in me.Contemplation [2] : What conversion of the mind, heart, or life is the Lord asking of me? I spend quiet time in God’s presence.
How can I make a space for holy leisure in my life?
[2]Contemplation and Action focus are chosen from Lectio Divina of the Gospels for the Liturgical Year 2020-2021. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. 2020, pp.187-188
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actionHow can I make my life a gift for others in charity?
- Suggested actions to consider: Can I fast and prayer for the Holy Father’s monthly intention? See here for list of intentions or in this place to learn more about the Apostleship of Prayer, the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.
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ZOOM REGISTRATION under hiatus for the summer
Register for the Gospel Reflections on a Zoom session by clicking on ZOOM here.
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