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Lectio Divina (or Divine Reading) is a way of becoming immersed withSacred Scripture in a deeply personal way. It is a way of developing acloser relationship with God by reflecting prayerfully on His words.The stages of Lectio Divina have been described as compass pointsaround a circle, with the Holy Spirit moving seamlessly between them.PreparePlace yourself in the presence of God and ask the Holy Spirit for help.Read (Lectio)Read the Scripture passage slowly a couple of times. Pay attention toany words or phrases that seem to stand out. Wait patiently for God'sguidance.Reflect (Meditatio)Place your self in the passage. What is God trying to tell me?How is this relevant in my life?Respond (Oratio) Talk to God about the passage. Consider recording yourthoughts in a prayer journal. Respond to Our Lord's messagewith a resolution to act or to change or to just simply listen inprayer.Rest (Contemplatio)Sit quietly in the Presence of God. Relish your time with Our Lord.Lectio Divina
First Week of AdventSunday, December 1, 2024 Mark 13:33-37Monday, December 2, 2024: Luke 20:1-8Tuesday, December 3, 2024: Luke 20:9-18Wednesday, December 4, 2024: Luke 20:19-26Thursday, December 5, 2024: Luke 20:27-40Friday, December 6, 2024: Luke 20:41-21:4Saturday, December 7, 2024: Luke 21:5-19Second Week of AdventSunday, December 8, 2024 Mark 1:1-8Monday, December 9, 2024: Luke 21:20-28Tuesday, December 10, 2024: Luke 21:29-38Wednesday, December 11, 2024: John 7:53-8:11Thursday, December 12, 2024: Luke 22:1-13Friday, December 13, 2024: Luke 22:14-30Saturday, December 14, 2024: Luke 22:31-38Third Week of AdventSunday, December 15, 2024 John 1:6-8, 19-28Monday, December 16, 2024: Luke 22:39-53Tuesday, December 17, 2024: Luke 22:54-69Wednesday, December 18, 2024: John 3:16-21Thursday, December 19, 2024: John 5:30-47Friday, December 20, 2024: Luke 1:5-25Saturday, December 21, 2024: Luke 1:26-38Fourth Week of AdventSunday, December 22, 2024 Luke 1:39-45 (46-55)Monday, December 23, 2024: Luke 1:57-66Tuesday, December 24, 2024: Luke 1:67-79
Christmas and OctaveWednesday, December 25, 2024 John 1:1-18Thursday, December 26, 2024 Matthew 10:17-22Friday, December 27, 2024 John 20:1a, 2-8Saturday, December 28, 2024 Matthew 2:13-18Sunday, December 29, 2024 Luke 2:22-40Monday, December 30, 2024Luke 2:36-40Tuesday, December 31, 2024 John 1:1-18Mary Mother of God to EpiphanyWednesday, January 1, 2025 Luke 2:16-21Thursday, January 2, 2025 John 1:19-28Friday, January 3, 2025 John 1:29-34Saturday, January 4, 2025 John 1:35-42EpiphanySunday, January 5, 2025 Matthew 2:1-12
O AntiphonsDecember 17O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love:come to teach us the path of knowledge!December 18O Leader of the House of Israel,giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai:come to rescue us with your mighty power!December 19O Root of Jesse’s stem,sign of God’s love for all his people:come to save us without delay!December 20O Key of David,opening the gates of God’s eternal Kingdom:come and free the prisoners of darkness!December 21O Radiant Dawn,splendor of eternal light, sun of justice:come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in theshadow of death.December 22O King of all nations and keystone of the Church:come and save man, whom you formed from the dust!December 23O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law:come to save us, Lord our God!—From Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers