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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 9.05.21
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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.)
“Ephphatha!” – That is, “Be Opened!”How can I be more open to God working in my life?- 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. 220
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 9.05.21Prayer: 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.
How can I be more open to the needs of others?[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. 221
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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 the Church’s welcome for persons with disabilities: http://www.usccb.org/upload/justice-persons-disabilities-bulletin-insert.pdf.
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Zoom Sessions are on hiatus for the summer.
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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 9.12.21
GOSPEL TEXT LINK
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.)
“Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”What cross do I need to take up today?- 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. 225
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 9.12.21Prayer: 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.
How can carrying my cross help me to grow closer to Jesus? How can I accompany others while bearing their cross?[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. 226
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actionHow can I make my life a gift for others in charity?
- Suggested actions to consider: Can I fast from food or another pleasure and offer up my sacrifice for those persecuted for their faith? Can I learn more about persecuted Christians in the Middle East? See https://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/global-issues/middle-east/christians-in-the-middle-east
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GOSPEL & MEDITATION 9.19.21
GOSPEL TEXT LINK
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.)
“If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.”
How have I been selfish this week?- 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. 233
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PRAYER & CONTEMPLATION 9.19.21Prayer: 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.
How can I better serve my brothers and sisters in our community (either the parish community or our local community or both)?[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. 235
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ZOOM REGISTRATION LINK
Zoom Sessions are on hiatus for the summer.
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