Here is the video to the song if you are interested:https://youtu.be/IG3KbX34Yt4?si=xZcmCc60n6r2Wm6x

ANTIPHONPassion of Christ, strengthen me.SCRIPTUREPsalm 21Exodus 15:2REFLECTIONJenMUSICPraise to the Lord, the Almighty by Passion ft Christy NockelsNOTESAll Souls Information

ANTIPHON- How shall I return my thanks, O God?REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICAlleluia Sing to JesusPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

ANTIPHON-Your grace is enough for meREFLECTION- Fr. JimMUSICGeneric PianoPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES- thegodminute.org/allsouls

ANTIPHON- I rely on Your almighty powerREFLECTION- LaurenMUSIC-Common Threads by Bobby McFerrinPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

Fr. Charlie Bouchard, OP unpacks the readings for the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time during this election season. As Jesus asks James and John if they can drink from the that he drinks from, we are asked the same question—can we drink from the cup of compassion, having compassion for sinners as Jesus did? Can we drink from the cup of solidarity with immigrants and the poor?  Can we drink from the cup of justice and truth, acknowledging that the deeper truth and the fuller justice lies far beyond simple black and white characterizations.

ANTIPHONYou are deserving of all my love.SCRIPTUREPsalm 4 Genesis 2:18-20REFLECTIONFather RonMUSICThe Canticle of Zechariah by Sister Mary GemmaGOD BLESS THE WORLDby John J. Morris, S.J.Mighty God, Father of all, Compassionate God, Mother of all, Bless every person I met, every face I have seen, every voice I have heard, especially those most dear; bless every city, town and street that I have known, bless every sight I have seen, every sound I have heard, every object I have touched. In some mysterious way these have all fashioned my life: all that I am, I have received. Great God, bless the world.MEMORARAERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

1st Song from Britain Got Talent (video):https://youtu.be/ksVwm5z3geM?si=v5A8loERK5uLGpRg2nd SongMorning Light by Josh GarrelsLyrics:There’s a place, a garden for the youngTo laugh and dance in safety amongThe shimmering light in the garden of peaceBut steal a bite and paradise is lostWith darkened hearts we didn’t count the costForgot all we left behindLife picks up speed before you knowWe’re holding on for dear life, Oh LordWe’re too proud to turn back nowOne day it all falls downIt breaks our heart and it breaks our crownBrings us down where we seeIt’s gonna be alrightTurn around and let back in the lightAnd joy will comeLike a bird in the morning sunAnd all will be made wellOnce againThere’s a way that seems right to a manUntil he’s in over head and he don’t understandHow the plans he made only led him astrayBut every good gift comes down from aboveFrom the Lord of light like a labor of loveUpon the child who waits for HimSometimes you’ll find what you’re waiting forWas there all along just waiting for youTo turn around and reconcileAnd it may be broken downAll the bridges burned like an old ghost townBut this my son can be made newIt’s gonna be alrightShake it out and let back in the lightAnd joy will comeLike a bird in the morning sunAnd all will be made wellAnd all will be made well And all will be made well

ANTIPHON- Take this offering of myselfREFLECTION- Fr. Dick Gielow (new!) - check out his bio in the Team" menu under the MORE tab on the appMUSIC-Oceans by unknown-This little light of mine by Listener KidsPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON- Your great glory, Your holy love, O GodREFLECTION- Fr. CarlMUSIC-Sunrise by Peter HellandPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHONDo with me what you will, my JesusREFLECTION-JustinMUSICKyrie Eleison by Dan GibsonPerceptive by Ocean ShoresPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHONAll my cares I place in Your hands.SCRIPTUREPsalm 12Proverbs 8:17REFLECTIONSister CarolMUSICSet the Course (Instrumental)Esenvalds - Stars by VOCES8NOTES

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ANTIPHONBlood of Christ, fill me with love.SCRIPTUREPsalm 46Luke 1:38REFLECTIONSister CarolMUSICYou are Everything (Instrumental)Be Born in Me (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah (Sister Mary Gemma)NOTES

ANTIPHON- Enflame me with your divine loveREFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- Passacaglia by Unknown- Path 19 (yet frailest) by RichterNOTES

ANTIPHONI consecrate myself to You today.SCRIPTUREPsalm 45James 5:13REFLECTIONSister KaraMUSICJesus Christ is Risen Today (Instrumental)Lord of All Hopefulness (Instrumental)NOTES

ANTIPHON- I forgive All who have Injured meREFLECTION- GerryMUSICPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON- Hail Mary full of grace, the Lord is with TheeREFLECTION- PeggyMUSICPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP breaks open the readings for the Twenty-Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time, showing how God works to unite people, while we try to create lines to divide people from one another.Readings: Genesis 2:18–24; Hebrews 2:9–11; Mark 10:2–16

ANTIPHON- You are Worthy of my CareREFLECTION-Sr. KathleenMUSICOn This Day O Beautiful Mother by SATB Sunday 7pm ChoirPRAYERRemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.Amen.NOTES

Today is the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi."All Creatures of Our God and King"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMoZzRG5efk"Make Me a Channel of Your Peace"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4BVqj_V4gM

ANTIPHON- Jesus my God, I adore YouREFLECTION- Sr. Charlene DiorkaMUSICYou are Everything by Na LeoPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON-I ask for nothing more than you, O GodREFLECTION- RoxieMUSICSong Roxie mentioned in her reflection:Praise You in This Storm by the Casting CrownsPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTESMother Teresa poem entitled, LOVE"Love has a hem to her garmentthat reaches the very dust.It sweeps the stains from the streets and lanes,and because it can,it must."

ANTIPHON- O God, Only You are EnoughREFLECTION- JavierMUSIC- Library TapesPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHONYour grace and your love, O God.SCRIPTUREPsalm 65Matthew 18:21-22REFLECTIONFather BrianMUSICOnly in God (Instrumental)Servant Song (Instrumental)NOTES

WATCH VIDEO HEREOur very own, Fr. Brian Walker, OP breaks open the readings for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, reminding us of the importance of interpreting scripture correctly. When Jesus says "if your eye causes you to sin, pluck it out", he does not mean that literally. Better for us to get our eye and our tongue under control and to teach them not to lead us on a path to sin. Readings: Numbers 11:25–29; James 5:1–6; Mark 9:38–43, 45, 47–48

ANTIPHONWater from Christ's side, wash me.SCRIPTUREPsalm 33 REFLECTIONLaurenMUSICBe Born in Me (Instrumental)Hail Mary, Gentle Woman (Instrumental)The Canticle of Zechariah by Sister Mary GemmaMEMORARAERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON- Lord, Show us Your loving kindnessREFLECTION- Sr. CarolMUSICMay the Lord bless us by "Psalms by Chris" (psalmsbychris.com)Come, Ye Children of the Lord by Paul CardallPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHONIn the morning, let me know Your love.SCRIPTUREPsalm 31Luke 17:3-4REFLECTIONFather JimMUSICNever Alone (Instrumental)Holy is His Name (The Magnificat)NOTES

ANTIPHON-Enter the Temple with JoyREFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICFor the Honor by Khamir MusicPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON-Glory to the Father foreverREFLECTION-Sr. KaraMUSICPerfect Peace by Jay StockerStay With Me (Taize) by Sunday 7pm Choir, TorontoPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

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ANTIPHONI rely on your almighty power.SCRIPTUREPsalm 51Hebrews 8:12REFLECTIONFather JimMUSICOn this Day, O Beautiful Mother (Instrumental)The Breach (Instrumental)The Canticle of Zechariah by Sister Mary GemmaMEMORARAERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

YOU SAY by Lauren DaigleI keep fighting voices in my mind that say I'm not enoughEvery single lie that tells me I will never measure upAm I more than just the sum of every high and every lowRemind me once again just who I am because I need to knowOoh-ohYou say I am loved when I can't feel a thingYou say I am strong when I think I am weakAnd you say I am held when I am falling shortAnd when I don't belong, oh You say I am YoursAnd I believe (I)Oh, I believe (I)What You say of me (I)I believeThe only thing that matters now is everything You think of meIn You I find my worth, in You I find my identityOoh-ohYou say I am loved when I can't feel a thingYou say I am strong when I think I am weakAnd you say I am held when I am falling shortWhen I don't belong, oh You say I am YoursAnd I believe (I)Oh, I believe (I)What You say of me (I)Oh, I believeTaking all I have, and now I'm laying it at Your feetYou have every failure, God, You have every victoryOoh-ohYou say I am loved when I can't feel a thingYou say I am strong when I think I am weakYou say I am held when I am falling shortWhen I don't belong, oh You say I am YoursAnd I believe (I)Oh, I believe (I)What You say of me (I)I believeOh, I believe (I)Yes, I believe (I)What You say of me (I)I believeI'VE BEEN SEARCHIN SO LONGby Chicago--sung by Leonid and Friends… As my life goes on, I believeSomehow something's changedSomething deep insideOoh, a part of meThere's a strange new light in my eyes (there's a strange new light)Things I've never knownChanging my lifeChanging me… I've been searching so longTo find an answerNow I know my life has meaning, oh yeah… Now I see myself as I amFeeling very freeLife is everythingOoh, it's meant to beWhen my tears have come to an endI will understand (yes I will)What I left behindPart of me… I've been searching so longTo find an answerNow I know my life has meaning… Wait a minuteSearching (don't you know I'm searching?)For an answerTo the questionOh, yeahWho am I? (Yeah yeah, yeah, yeah)(Ooh, yeah, yeah, yeah)Baby (baby)It's trueIt's only natural (it's only natural, baby)… Good thingsIn lifeTake a long time

ANTIPHONYou reign forever, Lord of all.SCRIPTUREPsalm 91 Corinthians 13:12REFLECTIONGaryMUSICSoulmate by Andrea VanzoFlower Duet (Instrumental)NOTES

ANTIPHONSublime in Majesty and MightREFLECTION-Fr. RonMUSICSoulmate by Andrea VanzoPRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

ANTIPHON-We praise You, Trinity in oneREFLECTION- JenMUSICWaiting for you by Piotr WiesePRAYERTo You, do I belong O GodInto Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve you faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.NOTES

REFLECTION2 Cor 7: 10Fr. JasonMUSICLet there Be Peace on Earth- Notre Dame ChoirShadows by Ola GjeiloNOTES

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ANTIPHON- Destroy in me all that is not of YouSCRIPTUREREFLECTION- Bishop BarronMUSIC- O SanctissimaMEMORARE Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

Have I Told You Lately That I Love You by Van MorrisonHave I told you lately that I love you?Have I told you there's no one else above you?Fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadnessEase my troubles, that's what you doFor the morning sun in all it's gloryGreets the day with hope and comfort tooYou fill my life with laughter, somehow you make it betterEase my troubles, that's what you doThere's a love less definedAnd its yours and its mineLike the sunAnd at the end of the dayWe should give thanks and prayTo the one, to the oneHave I told you lately that I love you?Have I told you there's no one else above you?Fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadnessEase my troubles, that's what you doThere's a love less definedAnd its yours and its mineLike the sunAnd at the end of the dayWe should give thanks and prayTo the one, to the oneAnd have I told you lately that I love you?Have I told you there's no one else above you?You fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadnessEase my troubles, that's waht you doTake away all my sadness, fill my life with gladnessEase my troubles, that's what you doTake away all my sadness, fill my life with gladnessEase my troubles, that's what you doA Prayer for Grace by Morgan Harper NicholsOoh, ooh, oohIf I could make just one requestThat would mark all the days I have leftI'd rather not be known for treasures and fameOr trophies and accolades I know will fadeInstead I would rather be knownBy the kindness and love that I showTo be known for patience and long-sufferingA giver of life by the words that I speakSo with every breath You give to breatheI praise your glory that they seeOf all the words the world could sayMay they say I was full of graceAll be the first to confessI'm not always found at my bestBut Lord be my strength in those moments I'm weakAnd I'll keep on giving the grace I've receivedSo with every breath You give to breatheI praise your glory that they seeOf all the words the world could sayMay they say I was full of graceOh, oh, oh, ohOh, oh, oh, oh

ANTIPHON- My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the LordSCRIPTURE- Luke 13: 3REFLECTION- JavierMUSICNOTES

ANTIPHONFirst beginning and our end, O God.SCRIPTUREPsalm 39Proverbs 4:11REFLECTIONPeggyMUSICKyrie Eleison (chant)Peace Prayer by John Foley, SJ (Tom Booth & Laura Huval)NOTES

ANTIPHON-Source of Holiness and GraceSCRIPTUREEphesians 4: 29-31REFLECTION-RoxieMUSIC- Skyline by GjeiloNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. CarlMUSICQuiet Streets by GjeiloNOTES

Br. Joe Trout, OP breaks open the readings for the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. First, the prophet Isaiah tells a people who were suffering in darkness that God will send a messiah to save them. In the Gospel, Jesus does the things that show that he is the promised messiah, though he does not want everyone to know yet. Then, the second reading is from the Letter of James, a "brother" of Jesus, who does not claim to be the new messiah to carry on Jesus' work. Rather, James claims that Jesus is still alive and is alone the messiah, and is working though him to keep bringing about the kingdom.Readings: Isaiah 35:4–7a; James 2:1–5; Mark 7:31–37

ANTIPHONBlessed are you among women.SCRIPTUREIsaiah 28-29REFLECTIONSister KarolynMUSICImmaculate Mary (Instrumental)Hail Mary, Gentle Woman (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sister Mary GemmaMEMORARAERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

"Church Doors" by Yolanda Adams I heard your spirit say "girl, you're not done" You ain't seen nothing yet Because the best is yet to come  Oh lord When you let me make it to the church doors I'll tell them what you've done for me  I've got some stories to tell Some testimonies that will do them well  How you always looked out for me Your word says I'm royalty  Oh Every time I make it to the church doors I'll tell em what you've done for me  Tell 'em Tell 'em what you've done Tell 'em Tell 'em what you've done oh-oh-oh  When you let me make it to the church doors I'll tell em what you've done for me  Tell 'em Tell 'em what you've done Tell 'em Tell 'em what you've done oh-oh-oh  When I get to the church doors I'll tell em what you've done for me  The doors of the church are open Can I get a witness "yeah"  Well every time I make it to the church doors I'll tell them what you've done for me

ANTIPHON- He has looked upon the lowlySCRIPTUREMatthew 3:2REFLECTION-JustinMUSICNocturnal by Ola GjeiloNOTES

ANTIPHON-My Spirit Rejoices in God my SaviorREFLECTION- Sr. Charlene Diorka (new!)UMBERTO'S EMAIL:  [email protected]

ANTIPHONTurn our hearts to You, O God.SCRIPTUREPsalm 5Romans 11:33REFLECTIONSister KathleenMUSICGabriel's OboeSheep May Safely Graze (Instrumental)NOTES

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ANTIPHON-As You forgive us, O God, help us be kind and forgiving to othersSCRIPTURE- 2 Corinthians 1REFLECTION- LaurenMEMORARERemember, O mostgracious Virgin Mary,that never was it knownthat anyone who fled to thy protection,implored thy help, or sought thine intercessionwas left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee,O Virgin of virgins, my mother;to thee do I come,before thee I stand,sinful and sorrowful.O Mother of the Word Incarnate,despise not my petitions,but in they mercy hear and answer me.Amen.

ANTIPHON- And my Mouth Shall Declare Your PraiseSCRIPTURE- 1 Corinthians 3:18REFLECTION- Gerry S.MUSICBlessing (choral piece) by Paul MealorNOTES

A BETTER YES by Travis ClarkLately, I've had a thousand closing doorsThat made me have to trust You even moreGotta just wait, gotta have faithHe's got something good in storeAnd every no means You've got a better yesEvery "not now" gets me closer to its bestBelieve and You'll be leading me to somewhere I'll be blessedEvery no means You've got a better yesOh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohOne thing I've learned; gotta live with open hands (live with open hands)Lifting offering of all my hopes and plansIt can be hard, even break my heartBut I've come to understandEvery no means You've got a better yesEvery "not now" gets me closer to its bestBelieve and You'll be leading me to somewhere I'll be blessedEvery no means You've got a better yesOh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-ohAll I want is what You want for meYou will meet my each and every needAnd I am sure of Your great love for meEvery no means You've got a better yesAnd every no means You've got a better yesEvery "not now" gets me closer to its bestBelieve and You'll be leading me to somewhere I'll be blessedEvery no means You've got a better yesTELL HIM by Lauryn HillYo heh heh tell him it's like uhh you know uhhSweet sweet tell himLet me be patient let me be kindMake me unselfish without being blindThough I may suffer I'll envy it notAnd endure what comesCause he's all that I got andTell him...Tell him I need him (yeah)Tell him I love him (tell him)And it'll be alright[Background singing] Tell him be alright be alrightTell him tell him I need himTell him I love himIt'll be alrightNow I may have faith to make mountains fallBut if I lack love then I am nothin' at allI can give away everything I possessBut left without love then I have no happinessI know I'm imperfect (I know I'm imperfect)And not without sin (and not without sin)But now that I'm older all childish things endAnd tell him...Tell him I need him (yeah)Tell him I love him (tell him)And it'll be alright[Background singing] Tell him be alright be alrightTell him tell him I need himTell him I love himIt'll be alright[Bridge]I'll never be jealousAnd I won't be too proudCause love is not boastfulOooh and love is not loudTell him I need himTell him I love himEverything's gonna be alright [w/ ad libs]Oooh oooh yeah yeah aww yeahNow I may have wisdom and knowledge on EarthBut if I speak wrong then what is it worth?See what we now know is nothing comparedTo the love that was shown when our lives were sparedAnd tell him...Tell him I need him (yeah)Tell him I love him (tell him)And it'll be alright[Background singing] Tell him be alright be alrightTell him tell him I need himTell him I love himIt'll be alright

ANTIPHONO God, give us this day our daily bread.SCRIPTUREPsalm 25Isaiah 55:8REFLECTIONFr. JimMUSICReturn to Shore (Instrumental)I Sing the Mighty Power of God (Instrumental)NOTES

ANTIPHON- Let Your Will be Done in Me, O GodSCRIPTURE- Matthew 24: 13REFLECTION- Sister CarolMUSIC- O Lord, Hear My Prayer by Taize- Lord of All Hopefulness by The O'Neill Brothers GroupNOTESQuote of St. Augustine:"To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek Him is the greatest adventure; to find Him, the greatest human achievement."

Antiphon:  Heaven and earth proclaim your goodness, O GodScripture:   Psalm 32                     John 6:64Reflector:  Fr. RonMusic:  "I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord"

Antiphon:  "Come to us, O Spirit of God."Scripture:  Psalm 21                    Job 1:21Reflector:  Fr. Ron

WATCH THE VIDEO to this reflectionFr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP breaks open the readings for the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time, centering on different interpretations of Paul's Letter to the Ephesians where he admonishes wives to be submissive to their husbands and husbands to love their wives, as Christ's relationship to the church is analogous to marriage. Which part you emphasize changes the interpretation of the other readings.Readings: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b; Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32; Jn 6:60-69

ANTIPHON- God of Heaven look Down Upon UsSCRIPTURE- Hebrews 10: 36REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSICNOTES

"I Surrender All"  and "Jesus, Take The Wheel"  both by Carrie Underwood

ANTIPHON-Out of the depths I Cry to You O LordSCRIPTURE-Proverbs 18:21REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- Ubi Caritas- Hummingbird by The Gothard Sisters NOTES

Antiphon:  How well I know that the Lord is greatScripture:  Psalm 8                    2 Thessalonians 3:13Reflector:  PeggyMusic:Notes:

ANTIPHON- Lord Your Name is EternalSCRIPTURE- Philippians 3: 13-14REFLECTION- Sr. KarolynMUSICNOTES

ANTIPHONThe Lord will accomplish all things for me.SCRIPTUREPsalm 30James 1:19REFLECTIONLaurenMUSICJust as I Am (Instrumental)Before the Throne of God Above (Instrumental)NOTES

Reflection in AUDIO form only this week.JOHN 6: 51-53Jesus said to the crowds: "I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my flesh for the life of the world."

ANTIPHONBlessed are you, O Mary, for the world's salvation came forth from you.SCRIPTUREPsalm 35Isaiah 53:2-3REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSICGood Night, Good Day (Instrumental)So Will I (Instrumental)MEMORARERemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.

ONE LOVE One Love, One Heart Let's get together and feel all right Hear the children crying (One Love) Hear the children crying (One Heart) Saying give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right Saying let's get together and feel all right Let them all pass all their dirty remarks (One Love) There is one question I'd really like to ask (One Heart) Is there a place for the hopeless sinner Who has hurt all mankind just to save his own? Believe me One Love, One Heart Let's get together and feel all right As it was in the beginning (One Love) So shall it be in the end (One Heart) Give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right One more thing Let's get together to fight this Holy Armageddon (One Love) So when the Man comes there will be no no doom (One Song) Have pity on those whose chances grove thinner There ain't no hiding place from the Father of Creation Saying One Love, One Heart Let's get together and feel all right I'm pleading to mankind (One Love) Oh Lord (One Heart) Give thanks and praise to the Lord and I will feel all right Let's get together and feel all right 

ANTIPHONGuide my feet along the path, O God.SCRIPTUREPsalm 43James 1:12REFLECTIONUmbertoMUSICImmaculate Mary (Instrumental)Ave Maria (Instrumental)NOTESToday is the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary

ANTIPHON- Destroy in me all that is not of YouSCRIPTUREGalatians 6: 9REFLECTION-JavierMUSICWhere Charity and Love prevailNOTES

Antiphon:  Take hold of me and save me, O LordScripture:   Psalm 63                     James 1:2-4Reflector:  Sr. Kathleen

Antiphon:  There is no end to your greatness, O Lord.Scripture:  Psalm 25                    Psalm 119:11Reflector:  Gerry

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Antiphon:  O Mary conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.Scripture:  Psalm 14                    1 Corinthians 12:27Reflector:  Fr. RonMusic:   O Sanctissima               On This Day Oh Beautiful MotherThe Memorare:Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.

"You Raise Me Up" by Selah"How Great Thou Art" by Sandi Patty

ANTIPHON- The Lord is Near to Those who CallREFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSICNOTES

Antiphon:  The Lord is just in all His ways.Scripture:  Psalm 105                    Philippians 1:6Reflector:  Fr. CarlMusic:Notes:

ANTIPHON- He Raises Those Who are Bowed DownREFLECTION-JustinMUSIC- Be Thou My Vision-Offerings by Dan GibsonNOTES

ANTIPHONO God, You Look upon the lowly.SCRIPTUREPsalm 21Proverbs 4:25-26REFLECTIONJenMUSICLord of Glory, Who Hast Brought Us (Instrumental)On This Day, O Beautiful Mother (Instrumental)NOTES

Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP and Fr. Michael Fones, OP break open the readings for us on the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary TimeGOSPELJOHN 6: 24-3524 Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus.25 When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?”26 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. 27 Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.”28 Then they asked him, “What must we do to do the works God requires?”29 Jesus answered, “The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.”30 So they asked him, “What sign then will you give that we may see it and believe you? What will you do? 31 Our ancestors ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written: ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’[a]”32 Jesus said to them, “Very truly I tell you, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. 33 For the bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.”34 “Sir,” they said, “always give us this bread.”35 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.

ANTIPHONBlessed are You among WomenFr. Jim has our reflection todayMEMORARERemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided.Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me.

LIFE by DAX This life gets real hard and sometimes you may feel you're outta place You may think there's time then blink and find it's gone and you can't waste You gotta take a hold, embrace it, close your eyes, and walk by faith And go today, don't wait, yeah, go today, don't wait, don't wait, go today  [Verse 1] Life is crazy, it can switch up in a second School of hard knocks taught me how to deal with my aggression I was never one to cry, my face was blank with no expression Had to keep a strong face, go to war with my depression I was hurting inside, battling with my faith But, God, he never gave me nothing I can't overtakе He put me in position to get strongеr through the pain To appreciate the sun after the rain We gotta remind that it gets better with time And we got one life to live and it's guaranteed that we die So when we open our eyes and take a look in the sky Just be thankful and conquer the day, yeah  [Chorus] This life gets real hard and sometimes you may feel you're outta place You may think there's time then blink and find it's gone and you can't waste You gotta take a hold, embrace it, close your eyes, and walk by faith And go today, don't wait, yeah, go today, don't wait, don't wait, go today [Verse 2] Go today, don't wait for tomorrow It isn't promised, all the time you got's borrowed Don't live your life for other people, don't bottle Your emotions 'til they crack and fill a couple just sorrows Take your mind and refocus, go get a paper Write your goals out, throw your middle fingers to all your haters Add some hard working on top of it, mix in consistent prayers Say you're never gonna quit, sayonara, and see you later 'Cause I gotta remind that we not meant to survive We meant to live in the moment and make the best of our lives So when we open our eyes and take a look in the sky Just be thankful and conquer the day, yeah  [Chorus] This life gets real hard and sometimes you may feel you're outta place You may think there's time then blink and find it's gone and you can't waste You gotta take a hold, embrace it, close your eyes, and walk by faith And go today, don't wait, yeah, go today, don't wait, don't wait, go todayBEAUTIFUL THINGS by Benson BooneFor a while there, it was roughBut lately, I've been doin' betterThan the last four cold DecembersI recallAnd I see my family every monthI found a girl my parents loveShe'll come and stay the nightAnd I think I might have it allAnd I thank God every dayFor the girl He sent my wayBut I know the things He gives meHe can take awayAnd I hold you every nightAnd that's a feeling I wanna get used toBut there's no man as terrifiedAs the man who stands to lose youOh, I hope I don't lose youMmPlease stayI want you, I need you, oh GodDon't takeThese beautiful things that I've gotPlease stayI want you, I need you, oh GodDon't takeThese beautiful things that I've gotOh-oh-oh-ohOohPlease don't takeI found my mind, I'm feelin' saneIt's been a while, but I'm finding my faithIf everything's good and it's greatWhy do I sit and wait 'til it's gone?Oh, I'll tell ya, I know I've got enoughI've got peace and I've got loveBut I'm up at night thinkin'I just might lose it allPlease stayI want you, I need you, oh GodDon't takeThese beautiful things that I've gotOh-oh-oh-ohOohPlease stayI want you, I need you, oh GodI needThese beautiful things that I've got

Antiphon:  O God, how holy is your name!Scripture:  Psalm 5                   Psalm 107:9Reflector:  GaryMusic:Notes:

Sr. Carol gives our reflection todayBELOVEDNESS by Sarah KrogerYou've owned your fear and all your self-loathingYou've owned the voices inside of your headYou've owned the shame and reproach of your failureIt's time to own your belovednessYou've owned your past and how it's defined youYou've owned everything everybody else saysIt's time to hear what your Father has spokenIt's time to own your belovednessHe says, "You're mine, I smiled when I made youI find you beautiful in every wayMy love for you is fierce and unendingI'll come to find you, whatever it takesMy beloved"You've owned the mess you see in the mirrorYou've owned the lies that you're just not enoughYou've been so blinded by all you're comparingIt's time to own your belovednessHe says, "You're mine, I smiled when I made youI find you beautiful in every wayMy love for you is fierce and unendingI'll come to find you, whatever it takesMy beloved"You are completely loved and fully knownBeloved, believe He died to make your heart His homeAnd He says, "You're mine, I smiled when I made youI find you beautiful in every wayMy love for you is fierce and unendingI'll come to find you, whatever it takes"He says, "You're mine, I smiled when I made youI find you beautiful in every wayMy love for you is fierce and unendingI'll come to find you, whatever it takesMy beloved"It's time to own your belovedness

ANTIPHONWe thank you, O God.  We thank you.SCRIPTUREPsalm 128James 4:17REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSICBe Thou My Vision (Instrumental)Goodness of God (Instrumental)NOTES

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionJOHN 6: 1-15Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand6 Some time after this, Jesus crossed to the far shore of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias), 2 and a great crowd of people followed him because they saw the signs he had performed by healing the sick. 3 Then Jesus went up on a mountainside and sat down with his disciples. 4 The Jewish Passover Festival was near.5 When Jesus looked up and saw a great crowd coming toward him, he said to Philip, “Where shall we buy bread for these people to eat?” 6 He asked this only to test him, for he already had in mind what he was going to do.7 Philip answered him, “It would take more than half a year’s wages[a] to buy enough bread for each one to have a bite!”8 Another of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up, 9 “Here is a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish, but how far will they go among so many?”10 Jesus said, “Have the people sit down.” There was plenty of grass in that place, and they sat down (about five thousand men were there). 11 Jesus then took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. He did the same with the fish.12 When they had all had enough to eat, he said to his disciples, “Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted.” 13 So they gathered them and filled twelve baskets with the pieces of the five barley loaves left over by those who had eaten.14 After the people saw the sign Jesus performed, they began to say, “Surely this is the Prophet who is to come into the world.” 15 Jesus, knowing that they intended to come and make him king by force, withdrew again to a mountain by himself.

Marian SaturdayRelated Links...Promises of the RosaryWhy Saturday is Mary's DayPray-Along Rosary Videos Marian DevotionsMarian Apparition SeriesFacts About the RosaryMusicAve Maria - Celine Dion3 Min Piano InstrumentalCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaLauren's Email Address: [email protected]

"His Eye is on the Sparrow" by Carmen McRae"Here We Are" by Dallas Holm

Fr. Carl has our reflection today

ANTIPHON- May God be gracious and bless usSCRIPTURE1 Samuel 6:3REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSICFlood by Library TapesNOTES

ANTIPHON- Praise for Him is in my mouthSCRIPTURE- Mark 5: 31-34REFLECTION- Sr. KathleenMUSICGood Night, Day by JohannssonNOTES

Antiphon: Let God's praises be loudly repeated.Scripture:  Psalm 19                    Job 42:2Reflection:  Fr. KevinMusic:  "Sweet Hour of Prayer" by Sandi Patty

Our guest reflector, Fr. Charlie Bouchard, OP reflects on the idea of shepherds from the readings for the Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. Our politicians are shepherds in a sense, but Jesus is our true Shepherd. Do we place the Gospel truth ahead of  political truth?

Marian SaturdayThis is an excerpt from the book The Life of Mary As Seen by the Mystics, by Raphael Brown.Music:Catholic Hail Mary Song (EWTN Version)Yes I Will (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

"Holy is His Name" by John Michael Talbot"Rise Again" by Dallas HolmHost:  Umberto

Antiphon:  Almightly God, you make the dawn and dusk dance for joy.Scripture:   Psalm 27                     1 Chronicles 16:11Reflection:  GaryMusic:  "Holy, holy, holy" by Sandi Patty

ANTIPHON- Lord God, You are the hope of all the eartSCRIPTURE-Acts 10: 14REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC-Let Heaven Rejoice by Bob Dufford, SJNOTES

ANTIPHON- O God, Your right hand holds me fastSCRIPTURE- Proverbs 16: 3REFLECTION- PeggyMUSIC- God of All HopefulnessNOTES

ANTIPHONYou have been my help and safety, O God.SCRIPTUREPsalm 1262 Peter 1:3REFLECTIONFr. JimMUSICClouds Like Flying Saucers (Instrumental)Lord of All Hopefulness from Catholic Piano HymnsNOTES

CLICK HERE for video to this reflectionMARK 6: 7-14Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Apostles7 And he called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits. 8 He charged them to take nothing for their journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in their belts— 9 but to wear sandals and not put on two tunics.[a] 10 And he said to them, “Whenever you enter a house, stay there until you depart from there. 11 And if any place will not receive you and they will not listen to you, when you leave, shake off the dust that is on your feet as a testimony against them.” 12 So they went out and proclaimed that people should repent. 13 And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick and healed them.

Marian SaturdayMusic:Hail Mary Gentle Woman - Choir SATBHail Mary Gentle Woman (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

HOLY MOTHERby Eric ClaptonHoly Mother, where are you?Tonight I feel broken in two.I've seen the stars fall from the sky.Holy mother, can't keep from crying.Oh I need your help this time,Get me through this lonely night.Tell me please which way to turnTo find myself again.Holy mother, hear my prayer,Somehow I know you're still there.Send me please some peace of mind;Take away this pain.I can't wait, I can't wait, I can't wait any longer.I can't wait, I can't wait, I can't wait for you.Holy mother, hear my cry,I've cursed your name a thousand times.I've felt the anger running through my soul;All I need is a hand to hold.Oh I feel the end has come,No longer my legs will run.You know I would rather beIn your arms tonight.When my hands no longer play,My voice is still, I fade away.Holy mother, then I'll beLying in, safe within your arms.ELVIS PRESLEYMiracle of the RosaryOh, blessed mother, we pray to theeThanks for the miracle of your rosaryOnly you can hold backYour holy son's handLong enough for the whole world to understandHail, Mary, full of graceThe Lord is with theeBlessed are thou among womenAnd blessed is the fruit of thy womb, JesusOh, holy Mary, dear mother of GodPlease, pray for us, sinnersNow and at the hour of our deathAnd give thanks once againFor the miracle of your rosary

ANTIPHONOh God, we pour out our hearts before you.SCRIPTUREPsalm 119Song of Songs 2:8-10REFLECTIONJen Ryan MUSIC (Instrumental) by Audrey AssadYou are Mine (Instrumental)NOTES

Antiphon:  He alone is my rock, my SaviorScripture:  Psalm 55                    Romans 12:2Reflection:  Fr. JasonMusic:Notes:

Antiphon:  Only in God can my soul be at peaceScripture:  Psalm 54                    Proverbs 11:14Reflection:  JavierMusic:Notes:

ANTIPHON- O God, the earth trembles before YouSCRIPTURE- Proverbs 15:5REFLECTION- Gerry StrohmeyerMUSIC-Momentary (Choir Version) by Voces8NOTES

Only Audio for this reflection (no video)GOSPELMark 6: 1-6Jesus left there and went to his hometown, accompanied by his disciples. 2 When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed.“Where did this man get these things?” they asked. “What’s this wisdom that has been given him? What are these remarkable miracles he is performing? 3 Isn’t this the carpenter? Isn’t this Mary’s son and the brother of James, Joseph,[a] Judas and Simon? Aren’t his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him.4 Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.” 5 He could not do any miracles there, except lay his hands on a few sick people and heal them. 6 He was amazed at their lack of faith.

Marian SaturdayHERE is the video all about the apparition of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.HERE is the pdf of the Scapular Blessing of Investiture.Music:All the Glory (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

"O Calvary's Lamb" by Sandi Patty"Another Time, Another Place" by Sandi Patti and Wayne Watson

Fr. Carl gives our reflection today

ANTIPHONYou are my God, and I confess you; you are my God, and I exalt you; I will thank you, for you became my savior.SCRIPTUREPsalm 95James 9:18REFLECTIONSister KarolynMUSICYou are Mine (Instrumental)NOTES

ANTIPHON"Hear Me and turn back to Me, says the Lord"SCRIPTURE1 COR 16: 13REFLECTION- JustinMUSICSolitude by Tom AshbrookNOTES

Antiphon:  All peoples, clap your hands; cry to God with shouts of joy. Scripture:  Psalm 13                    2 Chronicles 15:7Reflection:  Sr. KaraMusic:Notes:

Watch the Video to this reflection by CLICKING HERE-----Our team member, Fr. Brian Walker, OP breaks open the Word for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, pointing out that when disaster strikes and no one  has control over circumstances, we call it "an act of God." In these times, we need to turn to God, and knowing that with God's help, we don't have to simply accept these wrongs; we can challenge them and perhaps, with God's help, do something about them.Gospel TodayMark 5:21–43:When Jesus had crossed again in the boat to the other side, a great crowd gathered round him; and he was by the lake. Then one of the leaders of the synagogue named Jairus came and, when he saw him, fell at his feet and begged him repeatedly, ‘My little daughter is at the point of death. Come and lay your hands on her, so that she may be made well, and live.’ So he went with him.And a large crowd followed him and pressed in on him. Now there was a woman who had been suffering from haemorrhages for twelve years. She had endured much under many physicians, and had spent all that she had; and she was no better, but rather grew worse. She had heard about Jesus, and came up behind him in the crowd and touched his cloak, for she said, ‘If I but touch his clothes, I will be made well.’ Immediately her haemorrhage stopped; and she felt in her body that she was healed of her disease. Immediately aware that power had gone forth from him, Jesus turned about in the crowd and said, ‘Who touched my clothes?’ And his disciples said to him, ‘You see the crowd pressing in on you; how can you say, “Who touched me?” ’ He looked all round to see who had done it. But the woman, knowing what had happened to her, came in fear and trembling, fell down before him, and told him the whole truth. He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your disease.’While he was still speaking, some people came from the leader’s house to say, ‘Your daughter is dead. Why trouble the teacher any further?’ But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the leader of the synagogue, ‘Do not fear, only believe.’ He allowed no one to follow him except Peter, James, and John, the brother of James. When they came to the house of the leader of the synagogue, he saw a commotion, people weeping and wailing loudly. When he had entered, he said to them, ‘Why do you make a commotion and weep? The child is not dead but sleeping.’ And they laughed at him. Then he put them all outside, and took the child’s father and mother and those who were with him, and went in where the child was. He took her by the hand and said to her, ‘Talitha cum’, which means, ‘Little girl, get up!’ And immediately the girl got up and began to walk about (she was twelve years of age). At this they were overcome with amazement. He strictly ordered them that no one should know this, and told them to give her something to eat.

Marian SaturdayBook Lauren referenced: Champions of the Rosary by Fr. Donald CallowayTips for Praying the Rosary MoreMusic:O Queen of the Holy Rosary Magnificat (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

MUSIC"Angels" by Amy Grant"On Holy Ground" by Donna PeñaNOTESToday's Concert Friday was actually recorded for last week and wasn't used, so we thought we would share it today.  Enjoy!

Antiphon:  I will look after my sheep, says the Lord, and I will appoint a shepherd to pasture them, and I, the Lord, will be their God.Scripture:  Psalm 133                        1 Timothy 6:12Reflection:  Fr. JeffMusic:Notes:

Antiphon:  The Lord is the strength of His people, a saving refuge for the one He has anointed.   Save your people, Lord, and bless your heritage, and govern them forever.Scripture:  Psalm 23                        Psalm 118:24Reflection:  Sr. KathleenMusic:Notes:

ANTIPHONThe Lord is the strength of his people, a saving refuge for the one he has anointed.  Save your people, Lord, and bless your heritage, and govern them for ever.SCRIPTUREPsalm 133John 15REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSIC"In Christ Alone" (piano instrumental)"Vine and Branches" from Spirit and SongNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. Kevin FauszMUSIC- Let us break bread together- Verses by Ólafur Arnalds & Alice Sara OttNOTES

Watch the video to this REFLECTION HERE

Marian SaturdayMusic:Salve Regina - 450 VocesLord of All Hopefulness (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaTo contribute your Marian themed reflection, email [email protected]

BIKO by Peter GabrielThe video to the song can be SEEN HERE

Reflection- Sr. Karolyn

Antiphon: The just will flourish like the palm tree, and grow like a Lebanon cedar, planted in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the home of our God.Scripture:  Psalm 95                        Reading  -  Ephesians 6:16Reflection: Sr. KaraMusic: Le Jardin de Monsieur Monet by Stephen Moccio                Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring by HauserLeader:  UmbertoNotes:

REFLECTION- Justin

Antiphon:Scripture:  Psalm 3                         Reading - Hebrews 11:6Reflection: Fr. JasonMusic: All Creatures of Our God and KingLeader: UmbertoNotes:

Fr. Charlie Bouchard, OP, a Dominican priest in the Province of St. Albert the Great breaks open the Word for us today.GOSPEL - Mark 4: 26-34The Parable of the Mustard Seed26 He also said, “This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. 27 Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how. 28 All by itself the soil produces grain—first the stalk, then the head, then the full kernel in the head. 29 As soon as the grain is ripe, he puts the sickle to it, because the harvest has come.”30 Again he said, “What shall we say the kingdom of God is like, or what parable shall we use to describe it? 31 It is like a mustard seed, which is the smallest of all seeds on earth. 32 Yet when planted, it grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants, with such big branches that the birds can perch in its shade.”33 With many similar parables Jesus spoke the word to them, as much as they could understand. 34 He did not say anything to them without using a parable. But when he was alone with his own disciples, he explained everything.

Marian SaturdayHERE is the video all about Our Lady Reconciler of People and Nations.HERE is the video all about Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal.Music:Hail Mary Gentle Woman (Instrumental)Salve Regina (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Two songs written by a Chirstian music composer/singer, Michael W. Smith. The first is a newer one, the second, is one sung by a choir with a marching band. Hope you enjoy!Song 1: "O Praise the Name" by Michael W. SmithSong 2: "Awesome God" featuring Victory Drum Line

SCRIPTUREMatthew 17: 20REFLECTIONJenMUSICForest Path by UnknownNOTES

Antiphon:  The Lord is my light and my salvation; Scripture:  Psalm 10                        Reading:  James 1:3Reflection:  GerryLeader:  UmbertoMusic:Notes:  The antiphon for today is a re-emphasis of the antiphon for Monday, June 10.  Perhaps this is something the Lord really wants us to hear and take to heart.

ANTIPHONBlessed is this holy man, who was worthy to be numbered among the Apostles, for he was a good man, filled with the Holy Spirit and with faith. (Acts 11:24)SCRIPTUREPsalm 76Romans 1:17REFLECTIONFr. CarlMUSICMemories by Olafur ArnaldsLEADEREmilyNOTESPoem: "The Man in the Glass" 

Antiphon:  The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?  The Lord is the stronghold of my life; whom should I dread?  When. those who do evil draw near, they stumble and fall.Scripture: Psalm 84                        Mark 10:52Reflector: Sr. CarolLeader:   Umberto

(This is an AUDIO ONLY reflection)Mark 3: 30-35GOD'S WILL...“Thou shalt have no other gods before me.” ...“Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image.” ...“Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain.” ...“Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.” ...“Honour thy father and thy mother.” ...“Thou shalt not kill.” ...“Thou shalt not commit adultery.” ...“Thou shalt not steal.”

Marian SaturdayHERE is the prayer of consecration to the Immaculate Heart that we pray together today.HERE is the video all about Our Lady of Fatima.HERE is more information about the First Five Saturdays Devotion.Music:Ave Maria - Neal E. BoydImmaculate Mary (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

ANTIPHONI will look after my sheep, says the Lord, and I will appoint a shepherd to pasture them, and I, the Lord, will be their God. (Ex 34:11, 23-24)SCRIPTUREPsalm 26James 2:17REFLECTIONGaryMUSIC"Here I am Lord" (Instrumental)LEADEREmilyNOTES

Antiphon:  The Lord granted him a stern struggle, that he might know that wisdom is mightier than all else.Scripture:   Psalm - 43                          Reading - Romans 15:13Reflection:  Javier

ANTIPHON- To You I call, for you will surely heed me, O God; turn your ear to me; hear my prayer (Ps. 17)SCRIPTURE- James 1: 6REFLECTION- PeggyMUSIC- Here I am Lord (instrumental)LEADER- Fr. Ron

Antiphon:  As gold in the furnace, the Lord put His chosen to the test; as sacrificial offerings, He took them to Himself; and in due time they will be honored, and grace and peace will be with the elect of God.Scripture: Psalm 76 - Knowing God                        Reading:  2 Corinthians 5:7Reflector:  Fr. Jim

Breaking Open the Word with Fr. Jason Schumer

Marian SaturdayMusic:Ave Maria (In a Stairwell) - Kings ReturnThe Village of St. Bernadette - Andy WilliamsCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaHave a Marian Concert Saturday suggestion? Email it to [email protected]

GRATITUDE by Benjamin William HastingsAll my words fall short I got nothing new How could I express All my gratitude?  [Verse 2] I could sing these songs As I often do But every song must end And You never do  [Chorus] So I throw up my hands And praise You again and again 'Cause all that I have is a Hallelujah, hallelujah And I know it's not muchBut I've nothing else fit for a King Except for a heart singing Hallelujah, hallelujah  [Verse 3] I've got one response I've got just one move With my arm stretched wide I will worship You

ANTIPHONI am the living break come down from heaven, says the lord. whoever eats this bread will live forever (John 6:51)SCRIPTUREREFLECTION- Sr. CarolMUSICSweet Dream by RIOPYNOTESFrom Sr. Carol:Reflection adapted from the 3/18/22 homily, “Take and Eat: This is My Body” by Raniero Cantalamessa. Italian Capuchin, priest, theologian, Cardinal and preacher to the Papal Household since 1980  Homily -- https://www.cantalamessa.org/?p=4003&lang=en

ANTIPHONThe Lord established for him a covenant of peace, and made him the prince, that he might have the dignity of the priesthood, alleluia.SCRIPTUREPsalm 27Nehemiah 8:10REFLECTIONSr. KarolynMUSICCome, Thou Long Expected JesusLEADEREmily

ANTIPHONThe Lord became my protector.  He brought me out to a place of freedom.  He saved me because He delighted in me.SCRIPTUREMark 1: 19-20REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSICNOTES

Fr. Ron leads and gives reflectionSarah McLauchlan- "In the Arms of an Angel"

TRINITY SUNDAYFr. Jeff Harvey., C.M. is our preacher todayMT 28: 16-20The eleven disciples went to Galilee,to the mountain to which Jesus had ordered them.When they all saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted.Then Jesus approached and said to them,"All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me.Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations,baptizing them in the name of the Father,and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit,teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age."

Marian SaturdayMusic:Hail Holy Queen - St. Nicholas ChoirI Have Loved You (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

"The Lord is My Light" by the Notre Dame Folk Choir and Emorjah Roberson

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICNOTESUmberto begins sharing the leading of our daily prayer today (along with Fr. Ron and Emily and Sr. Ann). A short video introducing Umberto is being sent to all our subscribers today.... he is also on our TEAM app [email protected]

REFLECTION- Fr. JasonMUSICSend Us Your Spirit by Dan SchutteA New Day by Philip WesleyNOTES

REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSICNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. KevinMUSICThe Lord is my Light by TAIZENOTES

See the VIDEO HERE to this reflectionCLICK HERE for 1 minute video on how to share the God Minute with others via email or text

Marian SaturdayHERE is the link to the 2024 May Crowning Rosary.Music:Immaculate Mary (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

1st SongALABAMA - Angels Among UsWatch the video HERE2nd SongCHRIS TOMLIN- Thank You, LordWatch the video HERE

Gerry Strohmeyer has the reflection

REFLECTION- GaryMUSICNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. BrianMUSICNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. RonNOTESMay Crowning 2024 Rosary Video:  CLICK HEREA Walk in the Woods Rosary Video: CLICK HERE

ASCENSION SUNDAY (audio reflection only)John 17: 11-19Fr. Ron

Please click HERE to access the May Crowning Rosary for today's prayer time.

FOREVER sung by Nathan Pacheco

REFLECTIONSr. Carol (on the feast of St. Louise de Marillac)MUSICWhere Charity and Love Prevail by ELW 359NOTESLouise de Marillac — wife, mother, teacher, nurse, social worker, religious foundress, model for all women of the 21st century and Saint for our day — is captured in her “Mosaic Life” story.  As we celebrated the 364th anniversary of her death on March 15, originally her feast day, (now on May 9, moved so it does not fall in Lent), let her speak to your life today.Published on FAMVIN athttps://vinformation.org/en/vincentian-formation-resources/presentations-media-games/mosaic-life-of-st-louise/

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICNOTES

REFLECTION-JustinMUSIC-Memories by Olafur ArnaldsNOTES

REFLECTION- JavierMUSICManhattan Sunrise by GjeiloNOTES

6th Sunday of Easter

Marian SaturdayHERE is the link to upload your May Crowning Photos.HERE is the link to the video all about Our Lady of Fatima.Music:Hymn to Our Lady of Fatima

Song #1HEHe can turn the tides and calm the angry seaHe alone decides who writes a symphonyHe lights every star that makes the darkness brightHe keeps watch all through each long and lonely nightHe still finds the time to hear a child's first prayerSaint or sinner calls and always finds him thereThough it makes him sad to see the way we liveHe'll always say "I forgive"He can touch a tree and turn the leaves to goldHe knows every lie that you and I have toldThough it makes him sad to see the way we liveHe'll always say "I forgive"Song #2 by Keala Settle"THIS IS ME" from The Greatest Showman soundtrackwatch the video CLICK HEREI am not a stranger to the dark"Hide away, " they say"'Cause we don't want your broken parts"I've learned to be ashamed of all my scars"Run away, " they say"No one'll love you as you are"But I won't let them break me down to dustI know that there's a place for usFor we are gloriousWhen the sharpest words wanna cut me downI'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown 'em outI am brave, I am bruisedI am who I'm meant to be, this is meLook out 'cause here I comeAnd I'm marching on to the beat I drumI'm not scared to be seenI make no apologies, this is meOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, ohAnother round of bullets hits my skinWell, fire away 'cause today, I won't let the shame sink inWe are bursting through the barricades andReaching for the sun (we are warriors)Yeah, that's what we've become (yeah, that's what we've become)I won't let them break me down to dustI know that there's a place for usFor we are gloriousWhen the sharpest words wanna cut me downI'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown 'em outI am brave, I am bruisedI am who I'm meant to be, this is meLook out 'cause here I comeAnd I'm marching on to the beat I drumI'm not scared to be seenI make no apologies, this is meOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh-ohOh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, ohThis is meand I know that I deserve your love(Oh-oh-oh-oh) there's nothing I'm not worthy of(Oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, oh)When the sharpest words wanna cut me downI'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown 'em outThis is brave, this is bruisedThis is who I'm meant to be, this is meLook out 'cause here I come (look out 'cause here I come)And I'm marching on to the beat I drum (marching on, marching, marching on)I'm not scared to be seenI make no apologies, this is meWhenever the words wanna cut me down (oh-oh-oh-oh)I'll send a flood to drown 'em out (oh, oh-oh, oh-oh)I'm gonna send a flood (oh-oh-oh-oh)Gonna drown them 'em out (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh, oh)OhThis is me

REFLECTION- JenMUSICZulus Petals by William AckermanNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. Jim CormackMUSICABBOTT - Interlude ft. Canea QuartettNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICI think you know it!NOTES- Sr. Ann is the leader of prayer today

REFLECTION-Sr. KarolynMUSICForever I will sing by Francesca LaRosaNOTES

Our special guest this Sunday offering a reflection on the gospel is John Michael Talbot.The Vine and the BranchesJohn 15: 1-8“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. 4 Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. 7 If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8 This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.

Marian SaturdayToday we have our next Marian based Listener Reflection from Linda.Mary Crowning Information:You are invited to "Crown" Mary in your home between May 1st - May 4th. HERE is the link to upload your photo and to access the crowning prayer.HERE is the Mary Crowning Rosary video from 2023.HERE is the Mary Crowning Rosary video from 2022.Music:Ave Maria (Instrumental)Love Like This (Instrumental) - Lauren DaigleCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

ALL MY HOPE by David CrowderI've been held by the SaviourI've felt fire from aboveI've been down to the riverI ain't the same, a prodigal returnedAll my hope is in JesusThank God that yesterday's goneAnd all my sins are forgivenAnd I've been washed by the bloodI'm no stranger to the prisonI've worn shackles and chainsBut I've been freed and forgivenYes, I haveI'm not going back, I'll never be the sameThat's why I singAll my hope is in JesusThank God, my yesterday's goneAll my sins are forgiven (forgiven)I've been washed by the bloodAnd there's a kind of thing that just breaks a manBreak him down to his knees (oh, yeah, Lord)God, I've been broken more than a time or two, yes, LordThen He picked me up (picked me up)And showed me what it means to be a manCome on and singAll my hope is in JesusThank God my yesterday's gone (gone)Yes, all my sins are forgiven (forgiven)I've been washed by the bloodCome on and singAll my hope is in JesusThank God my yesterday's goneYes, all my sins are forgiven (all my sins are forgiven)Oh, I've been washed by the blood

REFLECTION-PeggyMUSICMemories by Olaf ArnaldsNOTESBro. Jameson is our prayer leader today

REFLECTION- Fr. Jason SchumerMUSICThe Armed Man by Jenkins (A Mass for Peace album)NOTESSr. Ann is our prayer leader today

REFLECTION- Fr. KevinMUSICSing a New Song NOTES

REFLECTION- Sr. Kathleen, SSJ (from our Listener Awareness Series)MUSICYour Words O Lord by Chris Muglia (chrismuglia.com)NOTES

REFLECTION- Sr. Kathleen, SSJ (from our Listener Awareness Series)MUSIC- psalmsbychris.com- Dark Night of the Soul by Philip WesleyNOTES

Marian SaturdayJoin us for 5 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration with Mary HERE at the BEAUTIFUL perpetual adoration chapel of St. Maximilian Kolbe in Poland. If this isn't the coolest Marian monstrance out there, I don't know what is!Mary Crowning Information:You are invited to "Crown" Mary in your home between May 1st - May 4th. HERE is the link to the prayer you can use if you'd like.HERE is the Mary Crowning Rosary video from 2023.HERE is the Mary Crowning Rosary video from 2022.Music:Bring Flowers of the Rarest

REFLECTION-JustinMUSICSing Alleluia to the Lord by TaizeNOTES

Reflection: Sr. KaraPrayer Leader: LizMUSICPhoria -Mass (Re-imagined)Poetry Piano Sola Version- Michele Nobler

REFLECTION- Gerry StrohmeyerMUSICHalleluiah- by A Soulful CelebrationNOTES

Reflection: Fr. JimPrayer Leader: LizMUSICKyrie Eleison- IlluminationsStorms in Africa- Enya

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO to this reflection

Marian SaturdayToday we have our next reflection from the book, The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics, composed by Raphael Brown.Music:Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaSing of Mary Pure and Lowly - Instrumental

Going back in time today for our prayer. Some oldies but goodies that most of us will remember fondly (I hope!)....

Reflection: Fr. CarlPrayer Leader: LizMUSICHidden Angel: James HeatherYou Speak: Vineyard Worship

REFLECTION- Fr. BrianMUSICLaffey by Forest FriendsSing to the Mountains by Bob Dufford SJNOTES

Reflection: GaryPrayer Leader: LizMUSICPiazzolla Oblivion for Flute and Guitar (Instrumental)Hope - James Spiteri

REFLECTION- Sr. CarolMUSICOnly in God by John Michael TalbotNOTESToday all the Daughters of Charity across the world renew their vows and commitments to serve God. Let's keep them in prayer!

Our priest today is Fr. Kevin (a classmate of Fr. Ron's and is on the God Minute Team of Reflectors)

Marian SaturdayToday we pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy together in honor of Divine Mercy Sunday tomorrow. To learn more about the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, watch this video HERE.HERE is the video pray-along version for you to pray with at any time.HERE is the playlist for the novena version videos.

CLICK HERE for video to 2nd Song (How Great is our God by Chris Tomlin)Somebody Bigger Than You And I LyricsWho made the mountains, who made the treesWho made the rivers flow to the sea And who sends the rain when the earth is drySomebody bigger than you and I[Verse 2]Who made the flowers to bloom in the springWho made the song for the robins to sing And who hung the moon and the stars in the skySomebody bigger than you and I[Verse 3]He lights the way when the road is longHe keeps you companyAnd with His love to guide you He walks beside youJust like He walks with me[Verse 4]When we're filled with despairWho gives me courage to go from there And who gives me faith that will never dieSomebody bigger than you and I

Reflection: JustinPrayer Leader: LizMUSICEaster organOnly This I Want- Jon Sarta (piano)

REFLECTION- JavierMUSICNOTESBe sure and check your email for the introduction of our new Team Member, Emily.

Octave of Easter TuesdayReflection: JenPrayer Leader: LizMUSICEaster organ (Intro)Crown Him with Many Crowns (Instrumental violin and piano)

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICNOTES

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Prayer resumes Easter Sunday.  Join us on retreat at thegodminute.org/retreat

Join us on the Triduum Retreat over these sacred days leading up to Easter Sunday. Our usual prayer is paused until then. Retreat info: thegodminute.org/retreat

"But now Satan found his way into the heart of Judas... and he went off and conferred with the chief priests and magistrates about the means to betray Jesus." (Luke 22:3-4) Traditionally called Spy Wednesday, this is the day that Judas conspired with chief priests.Reflection: PeggyPrayer Lead: LizMUSICCrystal Sky- Ola GjelioJesus Remember Me- Taize Songs

Reflection: Sr. KarolynPrayer Lead: LizMUSICWhatsoever You Do (Piano instrumental)Goodness Of God- Marcelo Cacilias

REFLECTION- GerryMUSIC- Your Ways O Lord by "psalmsbychris.com"NOTES- DOWNOLAD the Triduum Retreat by CLICKING HERE

No Video today. Audio reflection only.Please read the Passion gospel in preparation for listening (it will not be read in the reflection since it is so long): MARK 15: 1-39REFLECTION- Bishop Barron

Marian SaturdayOur next Marian Listener Reflection Series reflection; from Judy.Would you like to contribute a Marian reflection? Write a 3-4 minute reflection based on one of these prompts below and email it to [email protected] for consideration.1. Litany of Loreto Title- Mother of Hope, Help of Christians, Queen of Angels… read through the Litany of Loreto and reflect on the title of Mary that most speaks to you. 2. “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’” - John 2:53. Marian Apparitions - Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal… do you have a special devotion to Mary under one of her apparition titles? Reflect on what this means to you and why.4. “Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to thy word.’” - Luke 1:385. Rosary Story - Do you have a special devotion to the rosary? Has it brought about some miracle in your life? Share this with us.6. “Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, ‘Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.’” - Luke 1:41-427. Marian Devotion - The Angelus, The Seven Sorrows Devotion, The Three Hail Mary’s Devotion… is there a specific Marian Devotion that has impacted you in some way? What is it and what has its impact been?8. “And Mary said: ‘My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior. For he has looked upon his handmaid’s lowliness; behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed. The Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.’” - Luke 1:46-499. Marian “Concert” Saturday - Know of a good Marian song to lead us in prayer? Share it with us and reflect on how it has touched you! 10. “When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then he said to the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.” John 19:26-2711. Marian Consecration Story - Have you consecrated yourself to Mary? How has this impacted your faith journey? What does this mean for you? How have you seen Mary’s hand at work in your life? 12. “And the angel answered her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God.’” - Luke 1:35Music:Stabat MaterSpoken Word (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah (Chant)

Theme: Traditional Lenten SongsLead: LizMUSICWhat Wondrous Love Is ThisBased on the music Wondrous Love by William Walker: American Traditional What wondrous love is this, O my soul, O my soul;  what wondrous love is this, O my soul.  What wondrous love is this, that caused the Lord of bliss  bear the dreadful curse for my soul, for my soul,  to bear the dreadful curse for my soul!  When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down,  when I was sinking down, sinking down.  When I was sinking down beneath God's righteous frown,  Christ laid aside his crown for my soul, for my soul,  Christ laid aside his crown for my soul.  To God and to the Lamb I will sing, I will sing;  to God and to the Lamb I will sing.  To God and to the Lamb who is the great I AM,  while millions join the theme, I will sing, I will sing,  while millions join the theme, I will sing.  And when from death I'm free, I'll sing on, I'll sing on;  and when from death I'm free, I'll sing on.  And when from death I'm free I'll sing and joyful be,  and through eternity I'll sing on, I'll sing on;  and through eternity I'll sing on. Words: Anon, early American, 1867Remember Your LoveBy: Darryl Ducote, Gary Daigle, Mike Balhoff  Refrain: Remember your love and your faithfulness, O Lord. Remember your people and have mercy on us, Lord The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The Lord is my life and my refuge; when I call, He hears.If you dwelt, O Lord, upon our sinfulness, then who could stand?But with You there is mercy and forgiveness and a guiding hand.O Lord, hear the sound of my call and answer me.My heart cries out for Your presence; it is You I seek.As sentinels wait upon the daylight, wait for the Lord.I trust in your kindness and redemption; and your faithful word.Before all the mountains were begotten and earth took shape,Even then, O Lord, you were our refuge throughout ev’ry age.© Damean Music, 1978

REFLECTION- Fr. Kevin FauszMUSICNOTES

Reflection: GaryPrayer Lead: LizMUSICBe thou My Vision (Violin/Guitar Instrumental):  Songwriter: Saint DallanLord Who Throughout These Forty DayClaudia F. Hernaman · Richard Redhead

REFLECTION- Fr. CarlMUSICThroughout these 40 DaysNOTES

Reflection: Sr. KaraPrayer Lead: LizMUSICO Sacred Head, Now Wounded (Instrumental Version) · Instrumental Christian Songs, Christian Piano Music · Praise and Worship · Musica CristianaAmen, Amen! Instrumental Christian Songs℗ 2016 Shamrock-n-Roll, Inc.Anima ChristiMusic: Jandi ArboledaPiano cover: Alan AndradaJoin The God Minute Book Club:https://www.thegodminute.org/bookclub

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionCLICK HERE for another homily on this Sunday's scripture from Fr. Jeff

Marian SaturdayToday we have our next Pray-Along Devotion, the Seven Sorrows Devotion. The words to this devotion as well as the longer, original version of this devotion can be found HERE.Music:Stabat MaterWhat Wondrous Love is This? (Instrumental)Where You There? (Instrumental)I Have Loved You (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah (Chant)

Fr. Ron chooses

Reflection: Fr. JimPrayer Lead: LizMUSICLoving and Forgiving by Scott SoperStill by Gjelio

REFLECTION- Bishop Robert BarronMUSICHands, be Still by Olaf ArnaldsNOTES

Reflection: Fr. BrianPrayer Lead: LizMUSICStay with MeArtist(s): Music by Jacques Berthier, Taizé CommunityPublisher: ©1991 The Community of Taizé, GIA Publications, Inc. (North America)Jesus, Remember MeAlleluia! Praise and Worship Instrumentals℗ 2016 Shamrock-n-Roll, Inc.

REFLECTION- Sr. CarolMUSICNOTES

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflection4th Week of LentMortification is our Vincentian Virtuethegodminute.org/lent

Marian (Concert) SaturdayMusic:Stabat MaterOh Mother - The Vigil ProjectCanticle of Zechariah (Chant)

Theme: Listeners  RequestLead: LizThank you Lee and Alison!MUSICAt Your GateSinger/Songwriter: Mike Mangione   Come out, come out, Come meet me. I’ve been poisoned, I’ve been used. And now I’m standing at your gate. I am hanging on your gate. And I’ll be standing at your gate.  In my days I ruled deception. I was king; I had control. But I deceived all those I hold, And they flanked and dug a hole, And now I’m standing at your gate.  I was lost in my intentions But they were bleeding out your side While I was blinding out my eyes.  When I left I had direction. I had protection; I was free. But they do not compromise. No they did not compromise. And now I’m standing at your gate.  I did not come to take you; I came to let you take me in. And we are born where we begin And this fever burns within.  There’s a Song of Songs you’re singing And I’ve been bleeding every line. How I want to harmonize. Yes, I need to harmonize. And I’ll be singing.Released in: 2010 (Rodzinka Records)Produced by: Duane LundyRecorded at: Shangrila Studios, Lexington, KYWord Made Flesh playlist:https://mikemangione.com/word-made-fresh-playlistHow Beautiful Singer/Songwriter: Twila Paris How beautiful the hands that servedThe wine and the bread and the sons of the earthHow beautiful the feet that walkedThe long dusty roads and the hill to the cross How beautiful, how beautifulHow beautiful is the body of Christ How beautiful the heart that bledThat took all my sin and bore it insteadHow beautiful the tender eyesThat choose to forgive and never despise How beautiful, how beautiful,How beautiful is the body of Christ And as He laid down His lifeWe offer this sacrificeThat we will live just as he diedHow beautiful, how beautifulHow beautiful is the body of Christ How beautiful the feet that bringThe sound of good news and the love of the KingHow beautiful the hands that serveThe wine and the bread and the sons of the earth How beautiful, how beautifulHow beautiful is the body of Christ  Cry For The Desert ℗ 1990 Star Song Music

Reflection: JustinPrayer Lead: LizMUSICNow We Remain (Instrumental)Diary of Love- Michael Nyman

MEEKNESS IS OUR VIRTUE THIS WEEKREFLECTION- Our newest team member: Jen Ryan (check out her bio on our app TEAM menu under the "More" section)MUSIC- Sung Psalm by Chris Muglia (psalmsbychris.com)NOTES- Fr. Joe is sharing our Virtue Guide reflection today on the Blessed Mother

Reflection: JavierPrayer Lead: LizMUSICDoxology- Composed by Dan MusselmanIn These Days of Lenten Journey© 1997, Ricky Manalo, CSP. Published by OCP. All rights reserved.

REFLECTION- Fr. Jim CormackMUSICMoments with You by Andreas HorschelNOTES

CLICK HERE for video to this reflectionToday is the 3rd Sunday of Lent. Gospel is JOHN 4: 5-15----Prayer of St. FrancisLord, make me an channel of your peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life. Amen.VINCENTIAN MISSION PRAYERLord Jesus, transform me into yourself. May my hands be your hands/ may my words be your words. Grant that everything I do/ may serve only to glorify you. I pray you to destroy in me all that is not of you. Keep me turned to you and grateful in all things/ that I may live my life in you, and by you and for you-- and truly say with St. Paul, “I live now/not I/but Christ lives in me.” Amen.

HERE is the Stations of the Cross video to use for our prayer time today.Music:Stabat MaterAt the Cross Her Stations Keeping (Instrumental)

Come to the Quiet by John Michael Talbot

Reflection: PeggyPrayer Lead: LizMUSIC:The Wishing Star- Michael LogozarA New Beginning- James Spliteri

REFLECTION-JavierMUSICO Lord, Hear My Prayer by TaizeAncient Fantasy by SBANOTESBe sure and check out our weekly series (every Wednesday), "Virtue Guides" where Fr. Joe gives a short reflection on a Catholic saint who so beautifully lived our virtue of the week. Today it is St. Paul and the virtue of HUMILITY. Always available on our LENT webpage and App blog....

REFLECTION- PeggyMUSICNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICNOTES- thegodminute.org/lent

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionSunday Reflection + Our Vincentian virtue this week: HumilitySee all our Lenten offerings at thegodminute.org/lent

Marian SaturdayToday we meditate on a reflection about the Hail Mary from St. Alphonsus Liguori's book, The Glories of Mary.Music:Stabat MaterHail Mary, Gentle Woman (Instrumental)Song of Zechariah (Chant) **For those of you who love the Sr. Mary Gemma version of the Canticle of Zechariah, don't worry, her version will be back after Easter, this is just our Lenten version

Theme: Lenten Prayerful Meditation MusicLead: LizO Sacred Head Surrounded | Chant | Passion ChoraleAuthor (attributed to): Bernard of Clairvaux O sacred Head surrounded By crown of piercing thorn! O bleeding Head, so wounded, Reviled and put to scorn! The pow'r of death comes o'er you, The glow of life decays, Yet angel hosts adore you And tremble as they gaze.In this, your bitter passion,Good Shepherd, think of meWith your most sweet compassion,Unworthy though I be:Beneath your cross abidingFor ever would I rest,In your dear love confiding,And with your presence blest I see your strength and vigor All fading in the strife, And death with cruel rigor, Bereaving you of life; O agony and dying! O love to sinners free! Jesus, all grace supplying, O turn your face on me. Again We Keep This Solemn Fast | Lenten Hymn | St. Gregory the Great Again we keep this solemn fast, a gift of faith from ages past, These forty days that, year-by-year, bid contrite hearts to Christ draw near. The law and prophets from of old in figured ways this Lent foretold, Which Christ, all ages’ Lord and Guide, in these last days has sanctified. More sparing, therefore, let us make the words we speak, the food we take, Our sleep, our laughter, ev’ry sense; learn peace through holy penitence. Let us avoid each harmful way that lures the careless mind astray; By watchful prayer our spirits free from scheming of the Enemy. We pray, O blessed Three in One, Our God while endless ages run, That this, our Lent of forty days, may bring us growth and give you praise. Lord Who Throughout These Forty Days | Lenten Hymn | Claudia Hernaman Lord, who throughout these forty days, For us did fast and pray, Teach us with you to mourn our sins, And close by you to stay. As you with Satan did contend, And did the vict'ry win, O give us strength in you to fight, In you to conquer sin. As you did hunger bear and thirst, So teach us, gracious Lord, To die to self, and always live By your most holy word. And through these days of penitence, And through your Passion-tide, Forevermore, in life and death, O Lord, with us abide. Abide with us that when this life Of suffering is past, An Easter of unending joy We may attain at last!Parce Domine | Gregorian ChantRefrain: Spare, O Lord, spare Thy people, lest Thou be angry with us forever. Let us bow down before the avenging wrath; let us weep before the Judge; let us cry forth in prayer of supplication, and all fall prostrate in prayer. By our sins we have offended thy clemency, O God; pour out on us thy pardon from on high, Thou Who dost forgive. Offering an acceptable time, give streams of tears to wash the sacrifice of our heart, which joyful charity enkindles. Hear, thou merciful Creator, the tearful prayers poured forth during this holy fast of forty days. Beloved searcher of hearts, thou knowest the infirmities of men; show pardoning grace to those who return to thee.

Reflection: Fr. JasonPrayer Lead: LizMUSICCity Lights- By Gjeilo CityBe Not Afraid (Piano Instrumental)- Royalty Free

REFLECTION- Gary MedleyMUSIC- Teach me Your Ways by Chris Muglia (www.chrismuglia.com)NOTES- Check out our newest feature, VIRTUE GUIDES with Fr. Joe Williams on our LENT menu. This week our saint is Mother Teresa

Today we welcome the newest member to our God Minute team, Fr. Kevin Fausz. He is a classmate of Fr. Ron's and will be sharing a reflection with us each month. Check out his picture and bio on our TEAM menu on the app and website!REFLECTION- Fr. Kevin FauszMUSICNOTESthegodminute.org/lent

Reflection: Sr. KaraPrayer Lead: LizMUSICWhat a Wondrous Love is This (Instrumental)- Royalty Free Goodness of God (Instrumental)- Bethel MusicLink to Lent: Road to Calvary:https://www.thegodminute.org/lent

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionthegodminute.org/lent

Marian SaturdayToday we pray a full rosary of the Sorrowful Mysteries featuring a special way to pray the Hail Mary sent in to us by a TGM community member. HERE is the video for this Rosary. The added lines are as follows:The First Sorrowful Mystery - "Who suffered a bitter agony"The Second Sorrowful Mystery - "Who was scourged most cruelly"The Third Sorrowful Mystery - "Who was crowned in mockery"The Fourth Sorrowful Mystery - "Who carried the cross and our burdens"The Fifth Sorrowful Mystery - "Who died for us sinners"Music:Stabat Mater Lose You (Instrumental)

Theme: Lent inspired songsLead: LizMUSICDust We Are and Shall Return Written  & performed by: The Brilliance From dust we’ve come andDust we are and shall returnBe still my soul and let it goJust let it goGlory to GodGlory to God in the highestGlory to GodGlory to God in the highestNaked we came and shallReturn into the graveBe still my soul and let it goJust let it goBe still my soulLord make me wholeLord make me wholeGlory to GodGlory to God in the highestGlory to GodGlory to God John Arndt, David Gungor, Kate Gungor © 2012 Integrity Worship Music/The BrillianceForty Days and For­ty NightsA new arrangement of the Lenten hymn Performed by: Engage WorshipForty days and for­ty nightsThou wast fast­ing in the wild;Forty days and for­ty nightsTempted, and yet un­de­filed.Sunbeams scorch­ing all the day;Chilly dew-drops night­ly shed;Prowling beasts about Thy way;Stones Thy pil­low; earth Thy bed.Should not we Thy sor­row shareAnd from world­ly joys ab­stain,Fasting with un­ceas­ing prayer,Strong with Thee to suf­fer pain?Then if Sa­tan on us press,Jesus, Sav­ior, hear our call!Victor in the wild­er­ness,Grant we may not faint nor fall!So shall we have peace di­vine:Holier glad­ness ours shall be;Round us, too, shall an­gels shine,Such as min­is­tered to Thee.Keep, O keep us, Sav­ior dear,Ever con­stant by Thy side;That with Thee we may ap­pearAt the eter­nal East­er­tide.Lyrics: “Forty Days and Forty Nights” by George H Smyttan (1822-1870).

REFLECTION- Fr. BrianMUSIC- The Invisible by Olafur ArnaldsNOTES- Be sure and check out our Lenten offerings and join us on the Road to Calvary. It's always available on the menu at the bottom of the app ("Lent") as well as our website and app blog. thegodminute.org/lent

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSICKyrie by Dan GibsonNOTESCLICK HERE for a 15 minute overview video of our Lenten Road to CalvaryOur website has all the latest info: thegodminute.org/lent

Reflection: Sr. KarolynPrayer Lead: LizMUSICBraveheart- Emma JacksonBefore Dawn- Gjeilo

Reflection: GerryPrayer Lead: LizMUSICSeek Ye First (Instrumental)- Royalty FreeGod is Good- Jonathan McReynolds

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflection

Marian SaturdayThe book Lauren references in this episode is A Year with Mary by Paul Thigpen.Music:Hymn to Our Lady of Fatima Into the Forest (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Today is the Feast of St. Josephine BakhitaReflection: Sr. CarolPrayer Lead: LizMUSICLord, I Need You (Instrumental)- Daniel NaverazNo Longer Slaves (Guitar Instrumental)- Bethal Music

REFLECTION- JustinMUSIC- Eclipse by Ola Gjeilo- Seeds Don't Ask Permission by Luis BerraNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. CarlMUSICAmazing GraceNOTES

Reflection: JavierPrayer Lead: LizMUSICAwakening- Royalty Free Background MusicBe Not Afraid (Instrumental)Alleluia! Praise and Worship Instrumentals℗ 2016 Shamrock-n-Roll, Inc.

Bishop Golka from Colorado Springs, CO shares a quick reflection on our gospel this Sunday....CLICK HERE for the video

Marian SaturdayToday we reflect on a passage from the book The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics - by Raphael Brown.Music:Be Thou My Vision (Instrumental)All The Glory (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Listener's Request: Thank you Tracy and Ramona!Prayer Lead: LizMUSIC LYRICSDear GodDear God, is there somebody out there? Is there someone to hear my prayer? I'm a simple man with simple words to say Is there some point in asking? Asking for more only got us where we are today Lost and alone and afraid Give me, love for the lonely Give me, food for the hungry Give me, peace in a restless world Give me, hope for the children Give me, a worldwide religion Give me, peace in a restless world Dear God, can you hear me crying? A whole world crying Looking for something to say We had it all and we threw it all away Is there somebody watching Somebody watching over the mess that we've made We're lost and alone and afraid Give me, love for the lonely Give me, food for the hungry Give me, peace in a restless world Give me, hope for the children Give me, a worldwide religion Give me, peace in a restless world And we need to know there's something good Though all our years of solitude go on and on and on... Give me, love for the lonely Give me, food for the hungry Give me, peace in a restless world Give me, hope for the children Give me, a worldwide religion Give me, peace in a restless world Dear God, is there somebody out there, Is there someone to hear my prayerSource: MusixmatchSongwriters: Midge UreSong of BernadetteThere was a child named Bernadette I heard the story long ago She saw the Queen of Heaven once And kept the vision in her soul No one believed what she had seen No one believed what she heard But there were sorrows to be here And mercy, mercy in this worldSo many hearts I find, broke like yours and mineTorn by what we've done and can't undoI just want to hold you, come on let me hold youLike Bernadette would doWe've been around, we fall, we flyWe mostly fall, we mostly runAnd every now and then we tryTo mend the damage that we've doneTonight, tonight I just can't restI've got this joy inside my breastTo think that I did not forget that childThat song of BernadetteSo many hearts I find, broke like yours and mineTorn by what we've done and can't undoI just want to hold you, won't let me hold youLike Bernadette would doI just want to hold you, come on let me hold youLike Bernadette would doSource: LyricFindSongwriters: Bill Elliott / Jennifer Warnes / Leonard Cohen / William ElliottSong of Bernadette lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC 

REFLECTION- Fr. Jim CormackMUSIC- Seven Trees- Aerial Boundaries by Michael HedgesNOTES

Reflection: JustinPrayer Lead: LizMUSICGlimmer (Official Audio) - James HeatherDoria (Piano Version) · Michael Forster · Olafur Arnalds

REFLECTION- PeggyMUSIC- Before the Throne of God by Jonathan Roth- Be Not AfraidNOTES

Reflection: JavierPrayer Lead: LizMUSICThe Moon- Alina GamerovaJenkins- Benedictus

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Marian SaturdayToday we hear our next Listener Reflection. This one is from Mary. Here is the prayer she shared with us:Mary, Living Tabernacle of Jesus-Let me see Jesus with your eyes. Let me love Him with your heart.Let me embrace Him with your arms. Let me kiss Him with your lips.Let me be to Him another Mary;A living Tabernacle for Jesus.Would you like to contribute a Marian reflection? Write a 3-4 minute reflection based on one of these prompts below and email it to [email protected] for consideration.1. Litany of Loreto Title- Mother of Hope, Help of Christians, Queen of Angels… read through the Litany of Loreto and reflect on the title of Mary that most speaks to you. HERE is the Litany.2. “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’” - John 2:53. Marian Apparitions - Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal… do you have a special devotion to Mary under one of her apparition titles? Reflect on what this means to you and why.4. “Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to thy word.’” - Luke 1:385. Rosary Story - Do you have a special devotion to the rosary? Has it brought about some miracle in your life? Share this with us.6. “Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, ‘Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.’” - Luke 1:41-427. Marian Devotion - The Angelus, The Seven Sorrows Devotion, The Three Hail Mary’s Devotion… is there a specific Marian Devotion that has impacted you in some way? What is it and what has its impact been?8. “And Mary said: ‘My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior. For he has looked upon his handmaid’s lowliness; behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed. The Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.’” - Luke 1:46-499. Marian “Concert” Saturday - Know of a good Marian song to lead us in prayer? Share it with us and reflect on how it has touched you! 10. “When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then he said to the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.” John 19:26-2711. Marian Consecration Story - Have you consecrated yourself to Mary? How has this impacted your faith journey? What does this mean for you? How have you seen Mary’s hand at work in your life? 12. “And the angel answered her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God.’” - Luke 1:35Music:On This Day O Beautiful Mother - SATB ChoirRescue (Instrumental) - Lauren DaigleCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Today's theme is Prayerful Chants.MUSICBłogosławiona Matka Boga(Blessed Mother of God)Performed by: Jessica Schuster & CompanyPolish:Błogosławiona, pełna Miłości, módl się za nami, Maryjo!Oblicze Twoje wdzięczne, nad zorze jaśniejsze, więc, o Pani, Twoją głoszę chwałę dziś i zawsze.Błogosławiona, pełna Miłości, módl się za nami, Maryjo!Z Twych słów płynie woń nad kwiaty milsza, Najszczęśliwsza, godna uwielbienia, Tyś naszych dusz umocnieniem.Błogosławiona, pełna Miłości, módl się za nami, Maryjo!Jak w niebieskie odziana promienie, pełna słońca, Tyś jutrzenki wdziękiem, ziemi chwałą i ozdobą świata.Błogosławiona, pełna Miłości, módl się za nami, Maryjo!English translation: Blessed, and full of love, pray for us, Mary! Your countenance is more grateful than the dawn, so, o lady, I proclaim your glory today and always. Blessed and full of love, pray for us, Mary! Blessed, full of love, pray for us, Mary! From your words flows a fragrance more lovely than flowers, Most happy, worthy of praise, You strengthen our souls. Blessed and full of love, pray for us, Mary! As in heavenly rays, clothed with sunshine, You are the dawn's charm, the earth's glory and the world's adornment. Blessed, and full of love, pray for us, Mary!St. Michael the Archangel Prayer (Latin)Performed by: Gregorian Chant AcademySancte Míchael Archángele, defénde nos in próelio;contra nequítiam et insídias diáboli esto praesídium.Imperet illi Deus, súpplices deprecámur, tuque, Prínceps milítiae caeléstis,Sátanam aliósque spíritus malígnos,qui ad perditiónem animárum pervagántur in mundo,divína virtúte, in inférnum detrúde. Amen.English translation:St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray. And do thou, O prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Fr. Ron has the reflection today.MUSICLord, I'm Coming Home by The O'Neill BrothersBy the Rose and by the Hinds of the Field by Johannsson

REFLECTION- JasonMUSIC- Holy, Holy, Holy- Forest Friends by Laffey softyNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. Jim CormackMUSIC- If Today you hear His Voice - MesmerizeNOTES

REFLECTION- Sr. KaraMUSIC- Da Pacem Domine by CHANT- Good Night, Day by Johann JohannssonNOTES

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Marian SaturdayToday we pray a pray-along devotion together titled the 30 Days Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The words to follow along can be found HERE.Music:Ave Maria Stella (Instrumental)Classical Music - 10 Minute Timer

Music Inspired By and Named After Saints.MUSICSimon (Petros)Written and performed by: Alanna Boudreau Out of heaven comes a steady rain Glory feels so heavy, beauty feels like pain Out of darkness comes a steady light Against all my reason, I put up a fight  Oh, if I could love you more than all the saints And angels combined If I could give you just one tiny thing It would be my own life  Rivers carve the valleys on my face I told you I'd not leave you, but I have run away As the coldness settles on my back Who is the greatest lover? You said you are I AM  Oh, if I could love you more than all the saints And angels combined If I could give you just one tiny thing It would be my own life  Teach me how to care and not to care I've nullified your language With judgments I could spare Teach me how to feed and how to eat Tell me once again, love, what you saw in me Oh, if I could love you more than all the saints And angels combined If I could give you just one tiny thing It would be my own life   O, Bonitas! O, Bonitas! O, Bonitas!St. JudeWritten and performed by: Brian SetzerSolo Album: Nitro Burnin' Funny DaddySt. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us  We're all alone in this great big world And we're slippin', time's slippin' by Spirituality is thing of the past And it's something money can't buy I know I've asked for things before And you've always heard my prayers So can I ask you one more time 'Cause we're all running scared St. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us  It's something that's scorned from the left And abused by the right It's something so misunderstood And ignored in daily life If you proclaim the mystery of faith You'll be absolved from daily strife Through Him, in Him, and within Him Springs our eternal life St. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us  St. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us  Hey whaddya think That everything in this world Can be painted black and white Do you think there are answers For everything in our brief and Earthly life Think back how good your mother felt When she held you close and tight And think about the child As she goes to sleep hungry every night  St. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us  St. Jude pray for us St. Jude pray for us We need some peace and comfort now St. Jude pray for us 

Sr. Carol has the reflection today.MUSICClassical Piano- Blaze's DiaryHope- James Spiteri

REFLECTION- Sr. KarolynMUSICDistance by Two LanesNOTES

REFLECTION- Fr. Carl PieberMUSIC- Shelter Me O God by Bob Hurd- New Dawn by Jay StockerNOTES

Fr. Brian has the reflection today.MUSICSleepless- Domenik KalinskyLord of All Hopefulness- The O'Neill Brothers Group & Praise and Worship

Fr. Jeff Harvey has our reflection today

Marian (Concert) SaturdayHave an idea for Marian Concert Saturday? Send it to [email protected] Music:Ave Maria (Instrumental) Ave Maria - BeyonceCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Come to the River by HousefiresVIDEO to song (live)

Sr. Carol has the reflection.MUSICNear LightComposer: Olafur ArnaldsM HopeStories from FarawayComposer: James Heather

REFLECTION- Gary Medley (our newest team member!)MUSICThe Summer HouseNOTES- Check out Gary's biography on our app TEAM menu

Peggy has the reflection today.MUSICGod of All Possibilities- Duskin OyekanDrawn To You- Audrey Assad

REFLECTION- Fr. Jason SchumerMUSICCome to the Water by John FoleyThe River by Gas Street Music, Taku MudereNOTESLyrics to the last song, "The River"Verse 1:There's a river that runs, from the heart of the FatherThere's a river that runs from His heartThere's a river that runs, from the heart of the FatherThere's a river that runs from His heartChorus:So jump inJump inVerse 2:There's a freedom that's wild, in the heart of the FatherThere's a freedom that's wild in His heart, yeahThere's a freedom that's wild, in the heart of the FatherThere's a freedom so wild in His heartChorus:So jump in, yeahJump in (Oh)Jump in, yeahJump inBridge:Heaven's healing flows, see it rising upOn and on it goes, it cannot be stoppedIf you're thirsty, drink, 'cause it won't run drySo, come on, dive in, there's abundant lifeHeaven's justice roars, like a mighty floodAnd it shakes us all, in its raging loveEvery fear backs down, as Your praise breaks outNow's your time to rise, with a gospel shoutHallelujah (Hallelujah)Hallelujah (Hallelujah)There's a riverHallelujah (Hallelujah)Hallelujah (Heaven's hope of glory)Hallelujah (Heaven's wave of glory)There's a river (I can hear it, I can see it, I believe it)Chorus:So jump in, ohJump in (Jump in)Oh, [that's where is?] freedomJump in (Hallelujah)Hallelujah (I'm not waiting, I'm not waitingHallelujah (I'm running, I'm running)Hallelujah (I'm running, into the river)HallelujahHallelujah (Hallelujah)There's a riverOutro:Shame is washed awaySwept up by Your graceIn the river, we are freeThank You, Lord for saving me

Fr. Jim Marchionda, OP brings out the radical nature of the story of the magi coming from the East and finding the baby Jesus, foreigners in a foreign land, foreshadowing the gentiles being accepted into the faith as equals to the Jews, so that we can all become lights to the nations, welcoming everyone into the grace of God.

Marian SaturdayThe book referenced in this reflection is St. John Paul the Great: His 5 Loves by Jason Evert.Music:Ave Maria (Instrumental)I Have Loved You (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

MUSICPsalm 91Music: Victory BoydWhoever dwells In the shelter of the Most High Will rest in the shadow of the Almighty I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare And from the deadly pestilence He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings You will find refuge His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart You will not fear the terror of night, Nor the arrow that flies by day Nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness Nor the plague that destroys at midday A thousand may fall at your side, Ten thousand at your right hand But it will not come near you You will only observe with your eyes And see the punishment of the wicked If you say, 'The Lord is my refuge, ' And you make the Most High your dwelling No harm will overtake you No disaster will come near your tent For he will command his angels concerning you To guard you in all your ways They will lift you up in their hands, So that you will not strike your foot against a stone You will tread on the lion and the cobra; You will trample the great lion and the serpent 'Because he* loves me, ' says the Lord, I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble I will deliver him and honour him With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.'Source: MusixmatchPsalm 42- Hope in GodMusic: Luke LynassAs the deer pants for streams of water,so my soul pants for you, my God.My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.When can I go and meet with God?My tears have been my foodday and night,while people say to me all day long,“Where is your God?”These things I rememberas I pour out my soul:how I used to go to the house of Godunder the protection of the Mighty Onewith shouts of joy and praiseamong the festive throng.Why, my soul, are you downcast?Why so disturbed within me?Put your hope in God,for I will yet praise him,my Savior and my God.My soul is downcast within me;therefore I will remember youfrom the land of the Jordan,the heights of Hermon—from Mount Mizar.Deep calls to deepin the roar of your waterfalls;all your waves and breakershave swept over me. By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. I say to God my Rock, “Why have you forgotten me? Why must I go about mourning, oppressed by the enemy?” My bones suffer mortal agony as my foes taunt me, saying to me all day long, “Where is your God?”Why, my soul, are you downcast?Why so disturbed within me?Put your hope in God,for I will yet praise him,my Savior and my God.Like this episode? Listen to more Psalms sung below:The Psalms Project 

REFLECTION- Sr. Regina Bechtle, SC  ([email protected])MUSIC-Christmas guitarNOTESA short bio of Sr. Regina:Regina Bechtle, SC, a New York Sister of Charity since 1962, is a spiritual director, retreat leader, writer, theologian and poet. She is known to many Sisters of Charity and Associates for her retreats and presentations on Elizabeth Seton, Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, women's spirituality and other themes. Currently, she is co-editor of a 4-volume collection of Elizabeth Seton's writings and develops projects to deepen awareness of the Vincentian roots of Charity heritage. She holds a Ph.D. in theology from Fordham and a certificate from the Vincentian Formation Program for Spiritual Directors.

REFLECTION- Fr. Carl PieberMUSIC- Lo How a Rose Er Blooming by Narada Christmas-Put a Little Love by Jackie DeShannonNOTES

Javier has the reflection today.MUSICThe Promise- Instrumental WorshipFollow: Instagram: @adoration.officialHoly and Anointed One- Acoustic InstrumentalVineyard Worship

REFLECTION- Fr. JimMUSIC- Let Us Break their Bonds Asunder by Handel's Messiah- Verses by Olafur ArnaldsNOTES- CLICK HERE to pray our Full Progressive Rosary on this feast of Mary, the Mother of God- or HERE for our YouTube playlist of all our Rosary Videos

Our last week on the Road to Bethlehem. CLICK HERE for the video to this reflection.CLICK HERE for the last two decades of our Progressive Rosary

Marian SaturdayToday we pray a Marian pray-along devotion called the Chaplet of Reparation.This chaplet comes from the book In Sinu Jesu by a Benedictine Monk. You can follow along with the words HERE.MusicBehold - Phil WickhamImmaculate Mary (Instrumental)Benedictus (Gregorian Chant) *For those of you who love the version of the Benedictus (Canticle of Zechariah) by Sr. Mary Gemma, don't worry, it will be back to close out our episodes during Ordinary Time, this version is simply our Advent/Christmas version.

CRYVIDEO TO SONG CLICK HERESomebody shakes when the wind blowsSomebody's missing a friend (Hold-on)Somebody's lacking a heroAnd they have not a clue when it's all gonna end againStories buried and untoldSomeone is hiding the truth (Hold-on)When will this mystery unfoldAnd will the sun ever shineIn the blind mans eyes when he criesYou can change the world (I can't do it by myself)You can touch the sky (It's gonna take somebody's help)You're the chosen one (I'm gonna need some kind of sign)If we all cry at the same time tonightIf people laugh when they're feeling sadSomeone is taking a life (Hold-on)Respect to believe in your dreamsSo tell me where were youWhen your children cried last nightFaces filled with madnessMiracles unheard of (Hold-on)Faith is found in the windsAll we have to do is to reach for the truth, the truthYou can change the world (I can't do it by myself)You can touch the sky (It's gonna take somebody's help)You're the chosen one (I'm gonna need some kind of sign)If we all cry at the same time tonightAnd when that flag glows there'll be no more warsAnd when all, 'cause I will answer all your prayers (Prayers)Show the world...You can change the world (I can't do it by myself)You can touch the sky (It's gonna take somebody's help)You're the chosen one (I'm gonna need some kind of sign)If we all cry at the same time tonightYou can change the world (I can't do it by myself)You can touch the sky (It's gonna take somebody's help)You're the chosen one (I'm gonna need some kind of sign)If we all cry at the same time tonightYou can change the worldYou can touch the sky (It's gonna take somebody's help)You're the chosen one (I'm gonna need some kind of sign)If we all cry at the same time tonightMAN IN THE MIRRORVIDEO TO SONG CLICK HEREI'm gonna make a changeFor once in my lifeIt's gonna feel real goodGonna make a differenceGonna make it rightAs I, turn up the collar onMy favorite winter coatThis wind is blowin' my mindI see the kids in the streetWith not enough to eatWho am I, to be blind pretending not to see their needs?A summer's disregardA broken bottle topAnd a one man's soulThey follow each other on the wind ya know'Cause they got nowhere to goThat's why I want you to knowI'm starting with the man in the mirrorI'm asking him to change his waysAnd no message could've been any clearerIf they wanna make the world a better placeTake a look at yourself and then make a changeI've been a victim of a selfish kind of loveIt's time that I realizeThat there are some with no homeNot a nickel to loanCould it be really me pretending that they're not alone?A willow deeply scarredSomebody's broken heartAnd a washed out dream (washed out dream)They follow the pattern of the wind, ya see'Cause they got no place to beThat's why I'm starting with meI'm starting with the man in the mirror (oh)I'm asking him to change his ways (oh)And no message could've been any clearerIf you wanna make the world a better placeTake a look at yourself and then make a changeI'm starting with the man in the mirror (oh)I'm asking him to change his ways (oh)And no message could've been any clearerIf you wanna make the world a better placeTake a look at yourself and then make thatChangeI'm starting with the man in the mirror (oh yeah)I'm asking him to change his ways (better change)No message could've b

REFLECTION-AnthonyMUSIC-Confitemini Domino by TaizeNOTESIf you would like to send Anthony a good wish email:  [email protected]

Peggy has the reflection today.MUSICThe Bells of St. MaryJoy to the World

Justin has the reflection today.MUSICAway in the MangerAnywhere with You

CLICK HERE to watch the video of this reflection-----As shared in the reflection today, you are invited to pray a rosary with The God Minute Team before the Blessed Sacrament. It is part of our ROSARY VIDEO SERIES entitled, "Christmas Adoration".CLICK HERE to pray the rosary (30 minutes)

Marian SaturdayToday our meditation is the account of The Nativity from the book The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics, composed by Raphael BrownClick HERE for a beautiful Christmas Adoration Rosary video led by the TGM Team featuring the songs from today's episode.MusicO Come All Ye Faithful (Instrumental)Adore - Chris Tomlin

Today's songs have been submitted by members of our beautiful prayer family.  Thank you all. ❤️MUSICOH HOLY NIGHT!Performed by Ce Ce WinansO Holy night! The stars are brightly shiningIt is the night of the dear Savior's birthLong lay the world in sin and error piningTil He appeared, and the soul felt its worthA thrill of hope, the weary world rejoicesFor yonder breaks a new and glorious morn'Fall on your kneesO hear the angel voicesO night divineO night when Christ was bornO night divineO night, O night divineChains shall He break, for the slave is our brotherAnd in His name, all oppression shall ceaseSweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise weWith all within let's praise His holy nameChrist is the Lord!His name forever praise weNoel, NoelO night, O night divineNoel, NoelO night, O holy nightSource: MusixmatchSongwriters: Adolphe Adam / Cappeau De Roquemaure / Adolphe-charles AdamJOSEPH'S SONGWritten and performed by Michael CardHow could it beThis baby in my armsSleeping now, so peacefullyThe Son of God, the angel saidHow could it be? Lord, I know He's not my ownNot of my flesh, not of my boneStill Father let this baby beThe son of my love Father show me where I fitInto this plan of yoursHow can a man be fatherTo the Son of GodLord, for all my lifeI've been a simple carpenterHow can I raise a king?How can I raise a king?  He looks so small His face and hands so fairAnd when He criesThe sun just seems to disappearAnd when He laughs it shines againHow could it be?Father show me where I fitInto this plan of yoursHow can a man be fatherTo the Son of GodLord, for all my lifeI've been a simple carpenterHow can I raise a king?How can I raise a king? How could it beThis baby in my armsSleeping now, so peacefullyThe Son of God, the angel saidHow could it be?How could it be?   

Javier has the reflection today.MUSICDona Nobis Pacem by Yo Yo MaHappiness Does Not Wait by Ólafur Arnalds 

REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC-Bring the Torch by Narada ChristmasNOTES

REFLECTION   - LaurenMUSICNOTES

Fr. Brian has the reflection today.MUSICJoy to the World It Came Upon a Midnight Clear

CLICK HERE FOR THE VIDEO to this reflection (instead of just listening to it)Our THEME this week Along the Road to Bethlehem is JOY. Our VISUAL is the SUNFLOWER.thegodminute.org/advent3

Marian (Concert) SaturdayToday we let an Advent based Marian song lead us in prayer...MusicBe Born in Me - Francesca BattistelliBe Born in Me (Instrumental)Benedictus (Gregorian Chant) *For those of you who love the version of the Benedictus (Canticle of Zechariah) by Sr. Mary Gemma, don't worry, it will be back to close out our episodes during Ordinary Time, this version is simply our Advent version.

MUSIC- Is Est Ne by Michael Gettel (Narada Music)- For Unto Us by Handel Messiah- Joy to the World by Tommee Profitt

REFLECTION- Sr. CarolMUSIC- O Holy Night by Narada ChristmasNOTES- A great rendition of O Holy Night is by Chris Tomlin. Here is a YouTube link with it:    https://youtu.be/nFDTwky5Iug?si=pe_DPXehHNISRVJT

Justin has the reflection today.MUSICAll Creatures of Our God and King (Instrumental)Psalm 121- I Lift  My Eyes (Instrumental)- Taryn Harbridge

Sr. Karolyn has the reflection today.MUSICOur Lady of Guadalupe Tilma songThe Blood of Jesus Never Fails MeJohn Paul II’s Prayer to Our Lady of GuadalupeO Immaculate Virgin, Mother of the true God and Mother of the Church!, who from this place reveal your clemency and your pity to all those who ask for your protection, hear the prayer that we address to you with filial trust, and present it to your Son Jesus, our sole Redeemer.Mother of Mercy, Teacher of hidden and silent sacrifice, to you, who come to meet us sinners, we dedicate on this day all our being and all our love. We also dedicate to you our life, our work, our joys, our infirmities and our sorrows. Grant peace, justice and prosperity to our peoples; for we entrust to your care all that we have and all that we are, our Lady and Mother. We wish to be entirely yours and to walk with you along the way of complete faithfulness to Jesus Christ in His Church; hold us always with your loving hand.Virgin of Guadalupe, Mother of the Americas, we pray to you for all the Bishops, that they may lead the faithful along paths of intense Christian life, of love and humble service of God and souls. Contemplate this immense harvest, and intercede with the Lord that He may instill a hunger for holiness in the whole people of God, and grant abundant vocations of priests and religious, strong in the faith and zealous dispensers of God’s mysteries.Grant to our homes the grace of loving and respecting life in its beginnings, with the same love with which you conceived in your womb the life of the Son of God. Blessed Virgin Mary, protect our families, so that they may always be united, and bless the upbringing of our children.Our hope, look upon us with compassion, teach us to go continually to Jesus and, if we fall, help us to rise again, to return to Him, by means of the confession of our faults and sins in the Sacrament of Penance, which gives peace to the soul,  Amen.Please check out  our website and app, we have new Advent Week 2 goodies including our new Night Prayer, our Rosary Series , our Minute with Mary videos and a video showcasing all of your beautiful Advent wreath displays which can also be found on our Instagram and Facebook page.Advent Week 2 link: https://www.thegodminute.org/advent2Advent Wreath displays: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DueYn5CXENg

REFLECTIONJim (from Illinois) as part of our Listener Awareness SeriesMUSICLo How a Rose Er Blooming by Narada

CLICK HERE to see the video to this refection----Be sure and check out are app blog for the new night prayer and progressive rosary this second week of Advent

Marian SaturdayToday we hear our very first Marian Saturday Listener Reflection - thank you Gary for sharing Grannie's Story with us. If you have a Marian based Listener Reflection that you'd like to submit for consideration, please email it to [email protected] are some topic ideas for your consideration:Litany of Loreto Title- Mother of Hope, Help of Christians, Queen of Angels… read through the Litany of Loreto and reflect on the title of Mary that most speaks to you. The Litany can be found HERE. “His mother said to the servants, ‘Do whatever he tells you.’” - John 2:5Marian Apparitions - Our Lady of Lourdes, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal… do you have a special devotion to Mary under one of her apparition titles? Reflect on what this means to you and why.“Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to thy word.’” - Luke 1:38Rosary Story - Do you have a special devotion to the rosary? Has it brought about some miracle in your life? Share this with us.“Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, ‘Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.’” - Luke 1:41-42Marian Devotion - The Angelus, The Seven Sorrows Devotion, The Three Hail Mary’s Devotion… is there a specific Marian Devotion that has impacted you in some way? What is it and what has its impact been?“And Mary said: ‘My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my savior. For he has looked upon his handmaid’s lowliness; behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed. The Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is his name.’” - Luke 1:46-49Marian “Concert” Saturday - Know of a good Marian song to lead us in prayer? Share it with us and reflect on how it has touched you! “When Jesus saw his mother, and the disciple whom he loved standing near, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then he said to the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.” John 19:26-27Marian Consecration Story - Have you consecrated yourself to Mary? How has this impacted your faith journey? What does this mean for you? How have you seen Mary’s hand at work in your life? “And the angel answered her, ‘The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy—the Son of God.’” - Luke 1:35MusicBreath of Heaven (Instrumental) - Amy GrantBenedictus (Gregorian Chant) *For those of you who love the version of the Benedictus (Canticle of Zechariah) by Sr. Mary Gemma, don't worry, it will be back to close out our episodes during Ordinary Time, this version is simply our Advent version.

Welcome to Concert Friday! Today is Mary’s day as we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception through songs. MUSICSing of MarySing of Mary, pure and lowly, Virgin Mother undefiled. Sing of God's own Son most holy, who became her little child. Fairest child of fairest Mother, God the Lord who came to earth, Word made flesh, our very brother, takes our nature by his birth.  Sing of Jesus, son of Mary, in the home at Nazareth. Toil and labor cannot weary love enduring unto death. Constant was the love he gave her, though he went forth from her side, forth to preach, and heal, and suffer, till on Calvary he died.  Sing of Mary, sing of Jesus, holy Mother's holier son. From his throne in heaven he sees us, thither calls us every one, where he welcomes home his Mother to a place at his right hand, there his faithful servants gather, there the crowned victors stand.  Joyful Mother, full of gladness, in your arms your Lord was borne. Mournful Mother, full of sadness, all your heart with pain was torn. Glorious Mother, now rewarded with a crown at Jesus' hand, age to age your name recorded shall be blest in every land. Glory be to God the Father; glory be to God the Son; glory be to God the Spirit; glory to the Three in One. From the heart of blessed Mary, from all saints the song ascends, and the Church the strain re-echoes unto earth's remotest ends. Author: Roland Ford PalmerPerformed by: Catholic Music InitiativeSung by: Lauren Moore and Dave MooreMary, Did You Know? Mary did you know That your baby boy will one day walk on water? Mary did you know That your baby boy will save our sons and daughters? Did you know That your baby boy has come to make you new? This child that you've delivered Will soon deliver you  Mary did you know That your baby boy will give sight to a blind man? Mary did you know That your baby boy will calm a storm with His hand? Did you know That your baby boy has walked where angels trod? And when you kiss your little baby You've kissed the face of God  Mary, did you know? The blind will see The deaf will hear And the dead will live again The lame will leap The dumb will speak The praises of the Lamb  Mary did you know That your baby boy is Lord of all creation? Mary did you know That your baby boy will one day rule the nations? Did you know That your baby boy is heaven's perfect Lamb? This sleeping child you're holding Is the Great I AmOh, Mary, did you know?Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUPPerformed by: Logan Institute SingersSung by: Bryson Ashcraft"O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee," 

Fr. Carl Pieber, C.M. is our newest team member who has graciously accepted our invitation to share his priesthood with us. He gives our reflection today. His bio and pic can be viewed on our app TEAM member menu or website.Here is his email if you would like to send him a note:  [email protected]

Sr. Kara has the reflection.MUSICHail Mary. Gentle Woman by Sacred Heart EnsembleGod of All Possibilities by Dunsin OyekanClick the link below for Night Prayer, Progressive Rosary, Minute with Mary videos and more.https://www.thegodminute.org/advent1

Sr. Carol has the reflection today.MUSICO Holy NightBring the TorchNOTESDon't forget our Night Prayer before bed each night. It's on our App Blog.Share Your Beautiful Advent Set-upsYou can share your beautiful Advent set-ups on social media pages. Send  Samantha, who manages our social media platforms,  a picture of your Advent Wreath set-up by sending to her a message on Instagram or Facebook or straight to our email at [email protected]

REFLECTIONFr. Jim CormackMUSICRandom Christmas MusicNOTESDon't forget our Night Prayer before bed each night. Its on our App Blog...

Today begins our RANDOM SUNDAY series where different priests from across the globe will join the rotation of priests here on the God Minute Team to offer a reflection on the Sunday Gospel.Today is Bishop Douglas Crosby, OMI from Hamilton, OntarioCLICK HERE for the video to this reflection

Marian SaturdayJoin us as we pray the devotion The Seven Joys of Mary. You can follow along with the words HERE.MusicClassical & Calming (Instrumental)Hail Mary, Gentle Woman (Instrumental)

REFLECTIONFr. RonMUSICSearchin' So Long by Leonid and Friends (Chicago Cover)Never My Love by The AssociationLYRICS1st Song- Searchin' So LongAs my life goes on I believeSomehow something's changedSomething deep insideOoh a part of meThere's a strange new light in my eyesThings I've never knownChanging my lifeChanging meI've been searchin'So longTo find an answerNow I know my life has meaning, ohNow I see myself as I amFeeling very freeLife is everythingOoh it's meant to beWhen my days have come to an endI will understandWhat I left behindPart of meI've been searchingSo longTo find and answerNow I know my life has meaning, whoaSearching (don't you know I'm)For an answerTo the questionOh yeah"Who am I?"Maybe (maybe it's true)It's only natural (it's only natural baby, yeah)Good thingsIn lifeTake a long time (yeah yeah)2nd Song- Never My LoveYou ask me if there'll come a timeWhen I grow tired of youNever, my loveNever, my loveYou wonder if this heart of mineWill lose its desire for youNever, my loveNever, my loveWhat makes you think love will end?When you know that my whole life dependsOn you (on you)Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba (ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-ba)Never, my loveNever, my loveYou say you fear I'll change my mindI won't require youNever, my loveNever, my loveHow can you think love will endWhen I've asked you to spend your whole lifeWith me? (with me, with me)Never, my love (never, my love)Never, my loveNever, my love (never, my love)Never, my loveNever, my love

REFLECTIONAnthonyMUSICPs 71- I will Sing of your SalvationStaden by ?NOTESCheck our app blog for an Advent Overview 

REFLECTORJustinMUSICForest Piano by Dan Gibson's SolitudesBelli Entering (Reprise) by Library TapesSUBSCRIBE TO THE GOD MINUTE (to receive periodic emails)Click Here

Javier has the reflection today.MUSICImpending Death of a Virgin (Instrumental)Ave Maria- Schubert Orchestral version

Sr. Carol has the reflection today.PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDALVirgin Mother of God, Mary Immaculate,we unite ourselves to you under your title ofOur Lady of the Miraculous Medal.May this medal be for each one of usa sure sign of your motherly affection for us and aconstant reminder of our filial duties towards you.While wearing it, may we be blessed by your loving protectionand preserved in the grace of your Son.Most powerful Virgin, Mother of our Savior, keep us close to you every moment of our lives so that like you we may live and act according to the teaching and example of your Son.Obtain for us, your children, the grace of a happy death so that in union with you we may enjoy the happiness of heaven forever. Amen.O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.

We continue our collaboration with the Dominican Friars (St. Albert the Great Province) who will periodically share a reflection on Sunday's gospel in their YouTube Reflection series entitled, "Know Before You Go"...

Marian SaturdayJoin us for a meditation from the perspective of St. Catherine Laboure as we prepare to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on 11/27.HERE is the video that is referenced all about the apparitions of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal.HERE is the link to get your free Miraculous Medal from the Association of the Miraculous Medal.MusicSalve Regina - 450 Voces Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaDURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Our Lady promised to Servant of God Elizabeth Kindelmann that each time a "Flame of Love Hail Mary" is prayed, 10 souls will be released from Purgatory. Flame of Love Hail Mary: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, spread the effect of grace of thy Flame of Love over all of humanity, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.Learn More about the Flame of Love HERE.

Here is the video of the parish mission from which today's selections were taken from. Fr. Mike Mulhearn was with us at The God Minute until his sudden death a few weeks ago. May God Rest his beautiful Soul....VIDEO LINK

Happy Thanksgiving!Fr. Ron  has the reflection.MUSICLight My WayPsalm 113 [Thanksgiving Day] The Lyric Psalter: Solemnities, Feasts and Other OccasionsArtist: Marty HaugenArtist: Tony AlonsoLet’s Us Break Bread Together

REFLECTIONSr. KaraMUSICCome Holy Ghost

Peggy has the reflection today.MUSICCome, Holy Ghost (Instrumental)Mother Dear, O Pray for Me (Instrumental)

REFLECTIONJustinMUSICThe Lord is my Light by TaizeAmazing Grace

CLICK HERE to watch the video to this reflection

Marian SaturdayToday we pray our fourth and final full rosary for the year. This one will be the Luminous Mysteries and the intention of each mystery is for a type of vocation. Click HERE to watch the Rosary video for this rosary.MusicLord of All Hopefulness (Instrumental)All the Glory (Instrumental)DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Our Lady promised to Servant of God Elizabeth Kindelmann that each time a "Flame of Love Hail Mary" is prayed, 10 souls will be released from Purgatory.Flame of Love Hail Mary: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, spread the effect of grace of thy Flame of Love over all of humanity, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.Learn More about the Flame of Love HERE.

MUSICWhen You're Smiling by Weyes Blood

Sr. Kara reflectsMUSICAll Creatures of our God and KingWaiting by Jay StockerPRAYER OF ST. JOHN GABRIEL PERBOYRE, C.M. Lord Jesus, transform me into yourself. May my hands be your hands/ may my words be your words. Grant that everything I do/ may serve only to glorify you. I pray you to destroy in me all that is not of you. Keep me turned to you and grateful in all things/ that I may live my life in you, and by you and for you-- and truly say with St. Paul, “I live now/not I/but Christ lives in me.” Amen. 

Javier reflects.MUSICNo One Knows by Geneva Semere

Sr. Karolyn has the reflection today.MUSICGentle Reflections (Instrumental)Only in God (Instrumental) · Annie KartoPerfect Sacrifice℗ 2006 Annie Karto

Lauren has the reflection today.MUSICThe Spheres- by GjeiloVerses (Instrumental)

Click the link below to download the book by Fr. Oscar Lukefahr, C.M.WE WORSHIP- A Guide to the Catholic MassGospel today: MT 25: 1-13

Marian Saturday A reflection from Lauren on her personal experiences with the 5th Joyful Mystery.MusicAve Maria (Instrumental)Lord I Need You (Instrumental) - Chris TomlinCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaDURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Our Lady promised to Servant of God Elizabeth Kindelmann that each time a "Flame of Love Hail Mary" is prayed, 10 souls will be released from Purgatory.Flame of Love Hail Mary: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, spread the effect of grace of thy Flame of Love over all of humanity, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.Learn More about the Flame of Love HERE.

Gratia Plena- Full of GraceSong by Andrea Bocelli and Paolo BuonvinoAve Mater Gegrüßet seist du, Maria Ndakuramutsa Mariya Plena de Gràcia Uhorana n'Imana Wees Gegroet, Maria Χαίρε Μαρία主はあなたと Je vous salue, Marie السلام عليك يا مريم Gratia plena Dominus tecum Zdrowaś Maryjo Plena de GràciaHail Mary, full of Grace The Lord is with Thee Je vous salue, Marie Le Seigneur est avec vousΧαίρε Μαρία主はあなたと Je vous salue, Marie السلام عليك يا مريم Gratia plena Dominus tecum Zdrowaś MaryjoHail Mary, full of Grace The Lord is with TheeSongwriters: Paolo BuonvinoGratia Plena lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sugarmusic s.p.a.Voices of Light- TortureBy Richard EinhornThis oratorio merges the legendary silent film masterpiece The Passionof Joan of Arc with a live performance of a beautiful new work by composer Richard Einhorn. To learn about this music composition click here

Sr. Karolyn is our reflector todayMUSICPsalm 72- Lord, Every Nation on EarthRose Rose by The O'Neill Brothers

Sr. Carol has the reflection today.MUSICLoom- by Ólafur Arnalds Peace is Flowing Like a River- Composer unknown.

Fr. Jim Cormack is our reflector todayMUSICAutumn Intro by Vanzo

Fr. Brian has the reflection today.MUSICResurrectionChrist the Lord is Risen Today

Today is the first of our collaborative BREAKING OPEN THE WORD with the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Albert the Great (the same province as Fr. Brian on our team). Periodically they will share the reflection with us on Sundays.CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionGOSPELMatthew 23: 1-12A Warning Against Hypocrisy23 Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: 2 “The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. 3 So you must be careful to do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach. 4 They tie up heavy, cumbersome loads and put them on other people’s shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them.5 “Everything they do is done for people to see: They make their phylacteries[a] wide and the tassels on their garments long; 6 they love the place of honor at banquets and the most important seats in the synagogues; 7 they love to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces and to be called ‘Rabbi’ by others.8 “But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers. 9 And do not call anyone on earth ‘father,’ for you have one Father, and he is in heaven. 10 Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Messiah. 11 The greatest among you will be your servant. 12 For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

Marian SaturdayJoin us for our next Marian Devotion "pray-along" as we pray the Beads for the Dead together for the souls of those who have gone before us. HERE is the link to follow along with the words of the devotion. MusicAve Maria (Instrumental)On Eagles Wings (Instrumental)DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER Our Lady promised to Servant of God Elizabeth Kindelmann that each time a "Flame of Love Hail Mary" is prayed, 10 souls will be released from Purgatory.Flame of Love Hail Mary: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, spread the effect of grace of thy Flame of Love over all of humanity, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.Learn More about the Flame of Love HERE.

What’s Going OnSung by: Marvin GayeMother, motherThere's too many of you cryingBrother, brother, brotherThere's far too many of you dyingYou know we've got to find a wayTo bring some lovin' here todayFather, fatherWe don't need to escalateYou see, war is not the answerFor only love can conquer hateYou know we've got to find a wayTo bring some lovin' here todayPicket lines and picket signsDon't punish me with brutalityTalk to me, so you can seeOh, what's going onWhat's going onwhat's going onwhat's going onIn the mean timeRight on, babyRight onRight onFather, father, everybody thinks we're wrongOh, but who are they to judge usSimply because our hair is longOh, you know we've got to find a wayTo bring some understanding here todayOhPicket lines and picket signsDon't punish me with brutalityTalk to meSo you can seeWhat's going onYa, what's going onTell me what's going onI'll tell you what's going on - UhRight on babyRight on baby Studio Personnel, Recording Engineer: Art Stewart Composer Lyricist: Renaldo Benson Composer Lyricist: Al Cleveland Composer Lyricist: Marvin Gaye.  ℗ A Motown Records Release; ℗ 1971 UMG Recordings, Inc. Released on: 1971-05-21Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group What the World Needs Now is LoveSung by: Jackie DeShannon What the world needs now is love, sweet love It's the only thing that there's just too little of What the world needs now is love, sweet love No not just for some, but for everyoneLord, we don't need another mountain There are mountains and hillsides enough to climb There are oceans and rivers enough to cross Enough to last 'til the end of timeWhat the world needs now is love, sweet love It's the only thing that there's just too little of What the world needs now is love, sweet love No, not just for some, but for everyoneLord, we don't need another meadow There are cornfields and wheatfields enough to grow There are sunbeams and moonbeams enough to shine Oh listen, Lord, if you want to knowWhat the world needs now is love, sweet love It's the only thing that there's just too little of What the world needs now is love, sweet love No, not just for some, oh, but just for every, every, everyoneSource: MusixmatchSongwriters: Burt F. Bacharach / Hal DavidWhat the World Needs Now Is Love lyrics © New Hidden Valley Music Co., New Hidden Valley Music Company, Casa David Music, New Hidden Valley Music Co, Bmg Rights Management (uk) Ltd (hal David)

Fr. Ron has our reflection today.Check our App Blog or Website for the ALL SOULS MASS and Mosaic that will be available after noon CST. MUSICI Know that my Redeemer Lives by Beyond Stillness (instrumental)I Know that my Redeemer Lives by Scott Soper (vocal)We Remember by GIA Publications

Javier has our reflection today.MUSICZulus Petals by William Ackerman

Sr. Kara has the reflection today.MUSICYou Are Mine MagnificatALL SOULS MASSPlease join us November 2nd as Fr. Ron celebrates a Mass in remembrance of our loved ones on our YouTube channel.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dKr7SgbCGY4si5wpRu3A

Fr. Ron has the reflection today.LAST CALL for All Souls submissions. GO HERE for info and link to upload pictures.MUSICMurakami: Someday by Hiroco M.

Fr. Ron gives a reflection on the gospel today (no video since he is on the road)SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29thMT 22: 34-40 4 Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. 35 One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?”37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’[a] 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’[b] 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”

Marian Saturday - October Personal Rosary Story SeriesRosary ResourcesPray-Along FULL Rosary VideosMusicHail Mary Gentle Woman - Julianne BuiWhat Wondrous Love is This - InstrumentalCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

For Your Name Is HolySung by Paul WilburWritten by Jim CowanI  enter the Holy of Holies I enter through the blood of the Lamb I enter to worship You only I enter to honor I am Lord I worship You, I worship You, Lord I worship You, I worship You, For Your name is Holy, Holy Lord For Your name is Holy, Holy Lord I enter the Holy of Holies I enter through the blood of the Lamb I enter to worship You only I enter to honor I am Lord I worship You, I worship You, Lord I worship You, I worship You, For Your name is Holy, Holy Lord For Your name is Holy, Holy Lord  Let the weight of Your glory cover us Let the life of Your river flow Let the truth of Your kingdom reign in us Let the weight of Your glory Let the weight of Your glory fall………….-----------Swing Low, Sweet Chariot Sung by Etta JamesSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me homeSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me homeI looked over Jordan and what do I see (Coming for to carry me home) A band of angels coming after me Coming for to carry me homeSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low Sweet chariotIf you get there before I do Coming for to carry me home Tell all my friends I'm coming too Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariotComing for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Home Swing low Sweet chariot Coming for to carry me homeSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me homeSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me homeSwing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariotSource: MusixmatchSongwriters: Norman Hassan / Ali Campbell / Jim Brown / Brian Travers / Michael Virtue / Robin Campbell / Terrence Oswald Wilson / Earl Falconer / Charles Skarbek 

Reflector today is Anthony.MUSIC Prelude: There Is a Fountain By  David NevueGjeilo: Sleepless Provided to YouTube by Universal Music GroupComposer: Ola GjeiloALL SOULS MASSInformation and link:thegodminute.org/allsouls

Fr. Jim Cormack has the reflection todayMUSICLavender (with Cello) by Christopher GalovanSing a New Song by The St. Louis JesuitsBody in a Room by Bing and Ruth

Reflector today is Sr. Carol.MUSICAbbott Interlude - Canea QuartettOne Bread, One BodyALL SOULS MASSInformation and link: thegodminute.org/allsouls

Sr. Karolyn has our reflection todayMUSICEcho by Yoshinori TakewzawaDione by Teidethegodminute.org/allsouls

CLICK HERE for video to this reflectionFr. Brian Walker, O.P., a Dominican priest, has been with us on our God Minute podcast during the week. Today he also begins sharing the Sunday scriptures with us on a rotation with Fr. Ron and Fr. Jeff and others...

Marian Saturday - October Personal Rosary Story SeriesRosary ResourcesPray-Along FULL Rosary VideosOur Lady of the Rosary Marian Apparition Series VideoRosary Shorts YouTube PlaylistMusicOh Queen of the Holy RosaryAve Maria - InstrumentalCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

"Son Of Mary"by Cat Stevens (Yusuf)Mary, Mary, don't you weepAngels guard you while you sleepMary, Mary, don't you cryGod will grant you a faultless childNow, for a while she fled awayBeneath the palms she hidWhen she returned they saw the childBut doubted what she saidThey would have stoned her there and thenBut for a strange eventThe baby spoke, that made the folkBelieve her innocentMary, Mary, don't you fearAngels guide you everywhereMary, Mary, don't be afraidGod will bless youAnd show him the wayNow, time moved the heavensThrough the Spirit he did growThe books of law and wisdomGod taught him to knowHe healed the sick and cured the heartsGave sight to the blindBy God's decree he raised the deadThough many still deniedThough only a few did follow himAmongst Israel's sonsHe never stopped a'callingThe Lord thy God is OneSome disbelievers had a planWould nail him to his deathGod made it look as if they didBut raised him up insteadMary, Mary, don't you weepHeaven guards him while you sleepMary, Mary, time will comeDeath won't touch him 'til his work is doneNow just before he lifted upHe gave the world the newsThat God would send a comforterWith the Spirit of TruthAnd he would be His witnessAnd deliver God's wordWhile many people know himStill many haven't heardMary, Mary, don't you weepAngels guard you while you sleepMary, Mary, don't feel lowHe'll return on the day that God says soMary, Mary, Mary, Mary, Mary, Mary-----"Holy Forever"by Chris TomlinA thousand generations falling down in worshipTo sing the song of ages to the LambAnd all who've gone before us and all who will believeWill sing the song of ages to the LambYour name is the highestYour name is the greatestYour name stands above them allAll thrones and dominionsAll powers and positionsYour name stands above them allAnd the angels cry, HolyAll creation cries, HolyYou are lifted high, HolyHoly foreverIf you've been forgiven and if you've been redeemedSing the song forever to the LambIf you walk in freedom and if you bear His nameSing the song forever to the LambWe'll sing the song forever and amenAnd the angels cry, HolyAll creation cries, HolyYou are lifted high, HolyHoly foreverHear your people sing, HolyTo the King of Kings, HolyYou will always be, HolyHoly foreverYour name is the highestYour name is the greatestYour name stands above them allAll thrones and dominionsAll powers and positionsYour name stands above them allJesusYour name is the highestYour name is the greatestYour name stands above them allAll thrones and dominionsAll powers and positionsYour name stands above them allAnd the angels cry, HolyAll creation cries, HolyYou are lifted high, HolyHoly foreverHear your people sing, HolyTo the King of Kings, HolyYou will always be, HolyHoly foreverYou will always be, HolyHoly forever

Reflector today is Justin.MUSICAlleluia Sing to JesusLord of Glory, Who Hast Bought UsCLICK HERE for All Souls Info and Link

Reflector today is Peggy.MUSICJesus Christ is Risen TodayZuZu's PedalsPRAYER TO SAINT LUKEMost wonderful St. Lukeyou are animated bythe Heavenly Spirit of Love.In faithfully detailingthe humanity of Jesus,you also showed His Divinityand His genuine compassionfor all human beings.May the Holy Spirit,instructor of the faithful,help me to understandChrist's wordsand faithfully apply themin my life.Amen.CLICK HERE for All Souls Info and Link

Reflector today is Fr. Mike MulhearnMUSICAbendlied by VOCES8Strings by LIFE MUSIC STUDIOCLICK HERE for All Souls Info and Link

Our reflector today is from our God Minute prayer family who responded to our LISTENER REFLECTION SERIES (see the menu on our website or CLICK HERE).Steve Carron:  [email protected] by Peter Helland

CLICK HERE to watch the video to this reflectionBreaking Open the Word with Fr. RonPhilippians 4:6-96 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Marian Saturday - October Personal Rosary Story SeriesRosary ResourcesOur Lady of the Rosary Marian Apparition Series VideoRosary Shorts YouTube PlaylistPray-Along FULL Rosary VideosBlog article on Tips for Praying the Rosary MoreMusicBring Flowers of the RarestCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

We remember today and lift into prayer all those suffering in war and violence, esp those in Israel and Gaza....MUSIC- Ben's Song by Sarah McLaughlin- A Prayer for Peace (Prayer of St. Francis) by Mie-Lan

Anthony is the reflector.

Sr. Kara has our reflection today

Fr. Jim is our reflector today.

Javier has our reflection today

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionReading for todayPhilippians 4: 6-8Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Marian Saturday - Feast of Our Lady of the RosaryReferenced LinksVideo on why TODAY is the Feast Day of Our Lady of the RosaryVideo about Our Lady giving St. Dominic the Rosary Pt 1Video about Our Lady giving St. Dominic the Rosary Pt 2Our Lady of the Rosary Marian Apparition Series VideoRosary Shorts YouTube PlaylistPray-Along FULL Rosary VideosBlog article on Tips for Praying the Rosary MoreMusicOn This Day Oh Beautiful Mother - SATB ChoirSpoken WordCanticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

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Sr. Carol reflects today

Join us today in welcoming Liz to our PRAYER LEADERSHIP TEAM. [email protected] the Feast Day of St. Francis here is his prayer you might want to pray at some point this day...Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. Amen.

Breaking Open the WordSCRIPTUREMatthew 21: 28 - 32

Marian SaturdayHERE is a link to all of our Rosary videos as referenced in today's episode. We challenge you to pray one every day for October, the month of the rosary!MusicMiracle of the Rosary - Elvis Presley Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Concert FridayThe Feast of the Archangels,Michael, Gabriel and RaphaelMUSICAngels Among UsSongwriters: Steve Goodman / Becky Hobbs I was walking home from school on a cold winter dayTook a shortcut through the woods, and I lost my wayIt was getting late, and I was scared and aloneBut then a kind old man took my hand and led me home My mama couldn't see him, oh, but he was standing thereAnd I knew in my heart, he was the answer to my prayers Oh, I believe there are angels among usSent down to us from somewhere up aboveThey come to you and me in our darkest hoursTo show us how to live, to teach us how to giveTo guide us with the light of love When life held troubled times and had me down on my kneesThere's always been someone to come along and comfort meA kind word from a stranger to lend a helping handA phone call from a friend just to say I understand But ain't it kind of funny at the dark end of the roadThat someone lights the way with just a single ray of hope Oh, I believe there are angels among usSent down to us from somewhere up aboveThey come to you and me in our darkest hoursTo show us how to live, to teach us how to giveTo guide us with the light of loveThey wear so many faces, show up in the strangest placesTo grace us with their mercy in our time of need Oh, I believe there are angels among usSent down to us from somewhere up aboveThey come to you and me in our darkest hoursTo show us how to live, to teach us how to giveTo guide us with the light of loveTo guide us with a light of love Songs of the AngelsMusic and Lyrics byRobert Dufford, S.J. Songs of the AngelsMusic and Lyrics byRobert Dufford, S.J.May songs of the angels welcome you and guide you along your wayMay the smiles of the martyrs greet your own as darkness turns into dayEvery fear will be undone and death will be no moreAs songs of the angels bring you home, before the face of God Behold, I tell you a mystery we shall all be changed.  For the trumpet shall sound, the dead be raised in the victory, the glory of our God.May songs of the angels welcome you and guide you along your wayMay the smiles of the martyrs greet your own as darkness turns into dayEvery fear will be undone and death will be no moreAs songs of the angels bring you home, before the face of God 

No FavoritesSCRIPTURELuke 8: 19 - 21MUSICGlory To The Lord - InstrumentalMelody Of My Dreams BL. MIRIAM TERESA DEMJANOVICH, SC (1901-1927)During her time at the College of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station, NJ, many individuals remarked on Teresa's humility and genuine piety. She could be found kneeling in the college chapel at all hours and was very devoted to praying the rosary. 

A Vocation StoryBL. ENRICHETTA ALFIERISister Enrichetta Alfieri (1891-1951), from the Sisters of Charity of Saint Jeanne Antide, was involved in pastoral work in the city prisons before. The prison of Saint Victor in Milan became her home, the place of her love. She used to say: « Charity is a fire which likes to expand while it burns; I will suffer, work and pray in order to attract souls to Jesus. » She was arrested during the Second World War because she helped the prisoners who were victims of the Nazi-Fascist violence.

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionMatthew 20:1-16The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard20 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. 2 He agreed to pay them a denarius[a] for the day and sent them into his vineyard.3 “About nine in the morning he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. 4 He told them, ‘You also go and work in my vineyard, and I will pay you whatever is right.’ 5 So they went.“He went out again about noon and about three in the afternoon and did the same thing. 6 About five in the afternoon he went out and found still others standing around. He asked them, ‘Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?’7 “‘Because no one has hired us,’ they answered.“He said to them, ‘You also go and work in my vineyard.’8 “When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the workers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last ones hired and going on to the first.’9 “The workers who were hired about five in the afternoon came and each received a denarius. 10 So when those came who were hired first, they expected to receive more. But each one of them also received a denarius. 11 When they received it, they began to grumble against the landowner. 12 ‘These who were hired last worked only one hour,’ they said, ‘and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the work and the heat of the day.’13 “But he answered one of them, ‘I am not being unfair to you, friend. Didn’t you agree to work for a denarius? 14 Take your pay and go. I want to give the one who was hired last the same as I gave you. 15 Don’t I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?’16 “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.”

Marian SaturdayHERE are the words to this devotion.HERE is the Pray-Along video to pray with anytime you'd like.MusicHeavenly Harp Ave Maria

Every Friday on The God Minute we pause our usual prayer style and let music lead us in prayer...

God's CallSCRIPTUREMatthew 9: 9MUSICGjeilo_ StillChristina Perri - A Thousand YearsBL. CONTARDO FERRINI Contardo Ferrini said "If on any particular day we do nothing more than give a little joy to a neighbor, that day will not be wasted. For we have succeeded in giving comfort to an immortal soul."

A Vocation StoryMUSICServant SongNow Thank We All Our God

24th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 18: 21 - 35MUSIC"Loving and Forgiving" (Instrumental)

Marian SaturdayThe reflection for today comes from the book The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics, compiled by Raphael Brown.Music10 Minutes of Worship (Instrumental)

Concert Friday(Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows)MUSIC"In Christ Along"In Christ Alone (My Hope Is Found)Written & Composed by: Stuart Townend & Keith Getty  In Christ alone my hope is found,He is my light, my strength, my song;This Cornerstone, this solid Ground,Firm through the fiercest drought and storm.What heights of love, what depths of peace,When fears are stilled, when strivings cease!My Comforter, my All in All,Here in the love of Christ I stand. In Christ alone! – who took on flesh,Fullness of God in helpless babe.This gift of love and righteousness,Scorned by the ones He came to save:Till on that cross as Jesus died,The wrath of God was satisfied –For every sin on Him was laid;Here in the death of Christ I live. There in the ground His body lay,Light of the world by darkness slain:Then bursting forth in glorious dayUp from the grave He rose again!And as He stands in victorySin’s curse has lost its grip on me,For I am His and He is mine –Bought with the precious blood of Christ. No guilt in life, no fear in death,This is the power of Christ in me;From life’s first cry to final breath,Jesus commands my destiny.No power of hell, no scheme of man,Can ever pluck me from His hand:Till He returns or calls me home,Here in the power of Christ I’ll stand.Copyright © 2001  

Today we continue our September Series Vocation stories...

Don't Be SeducedSCRIPTUREColossians 2: 6-8MUSICIn Christ Alone (instrumental)BL. ROSALIE RENDU (1786-1856)“Her example encouraged her Sisters. She often told them: ‘Be a milestone where all those who are tired have the right to lay down their load.’” Sr. Rosalie was sought out by schools and organizations performing good works (such as the first conference of the St. Vincent de Paul Society) for advice.

Awesome JesusSCRIPTURELuke 6: 10 - 11MUSICKyrie EleisonDistraction  BLESSED FRANCINAINA CIRER CARBONELL (1781-1855)Blessed Francinaina Cirer Carbonell founded the Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul of Mallorca and later assumed the name of "Francinaina of the Sorrowful Mother of God". She was illiterate but later founded the Community of the Sisters of Charity despite this impediment. She also experienced angelic visions on numerous occasions.

CLICK HERE to see video of this reflectionMATTHEW 18: 15-2015 “If your brother or sister[b] sins,[c] go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over. 16 But if they will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’[d] 17 If they still refuse to listen, tell it to the church; and if they refuse to listen even to the church, treat them as you would a pagan or a tax collector.18 “Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be[e] bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be[f] loosed in heaven.19 “Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. 20 For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

Marian SaturdayHERE are the duties recited today. MusicSing of Mary Pure and LowlyHow Great Thou Art (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

the theme today: Gratitude

God's GiftsSCRIPTURELuke 5: 4 -6, 10 - 11MUSICNyman_ The End Of The Affair - Diary Of LoveST. FRANCIS REGIS CLET (1748-1820)St. Francis Regis Clet was a Vincentian priest who in 1820 was found guilty of deceiving the Chinese people by preaching Christianity and was sentenced to strangulation on a cross.

A Vocation Story  -  Sr Carol Schumer, D.C

Night Prayer for September Spirit is in our App Blog.MUSICNocturnal by Ola GjeiloLen by Flica

CLICK HERE to see short video on how to close an app on an iphoneThis is the first of 5 Vocation stories from the Vincentian priests and sisters who are on The God Minute team that we will share during September Spirit month....Don't forget our NIGHT PRAYER every evening before bedtime! It is on our app BLOG or click here to download it.

22nd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 16: 21 - 27MUSIC"Gather Us In" (instrumental)"City of God"  (instrumental)Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatlyfrom the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed and on the third day be raised.  Then Peter took Jesus aside and began to rebuke him, "God forbid, Lord! No such thing shall ever happen to you."  He turned and said to Peter, "Get behind me, Satan! You are an obstacle to me. You are thinking not as God does, but as human beings do."Then Jesus said to his disciples, "Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.  For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?  Or what can one give in exchange for his life?  For the Son of Man will come with his angels in his Father's glory, and then he will repay all according to his conduct."

Marian SaturdayHERE is a link to the words of the prayer.HERE is the Pray-Along video for you to pray with anytime you'd like.MusicHail Holy Queen (Instrumental)You Are Mine - Soaking in His Presence

Concert FridayMUSICADORO TE DEVOTEwritten by Saint Thomas AquinasGodhead here in hiding, whom I do adore,Masked by these bare shadows, shape and nothing more,See, Lord, at thy service low lies here a heartLost, all lost in wonder at the God thou art.Seeing, touching, tasting are in thee deceived:How says trusty hearing? that shall be believed;What God's Son has told me, take for truth I do;Truth himself speaks truly or there's nothing true.On the cross thy godhead made no sign to men,Here thy very manhood steals from human ken:Both are my confession, both are my belief,And I pray the prayer of the dying thief.I am not like Thomas, wounds I cannot see,But can plainly call thee Lord and God as he;Let me to a deeper faith daily nearer move,Daily make me harder hope and dearer love.O thou our reminder of Christ crucified,Living Bread, the life of us for whom he died,Lend this life to me then: feed and feast my mind,There be thou the sweetness man was meant to find.Bring the tender tale true of the Pelican;Bathe me, Jesu Lord, in what thy bosom ran---Blood whereof a single drop has power to winAll the world forgiveness of its world of sin.Jesu, whom I look at shrouded here below,I beseech thee send me what I thirst for so,Some day to gaze on thee face to face in lightAnd be blest for ever with thy glory's sight.Amen.O Salutaris Hostiawritten by Saint Thomas AquinasO saving Victim, opening wide The gate of heaven to all us below: Our foes press on from every side; Thine aid supply, Thy strength bestow. To Thy great Name be endless praise, Immortal Godhead, One in Three! O grant us endless length of days With Thee in our true country. Amen. Tantum ErgoComposers: Hector Berlioz, François CouperinLyricist: Thomas Aquinas Down in adoration falling,Lo! the sacred Host we hail,Lo! oe'r ancient forms departingNewer rites of grace prevail;Faith for all defects supplying,Where the feeble senses fail.To the everlasting Father,And the Son Who reigns on highWith the Holy Spirit proceedingForth from each eternally,Be salvation, honor, blessing,Might and endless majesty.  Amen

MUSICEmbers by Max Richter

PrayerSCRIPTURE1Thessalonians 2: 13MUSICThe Kingdom of God (instrumental) - TaizePsalm 90 - HurdO Word of God - Ricky Manalo

VirtuesSCRIPTURE1Thessalonians 1: 1-3MUSIC"Faith, Hope and Love"  -  by Francis Patrick O'Brien

CLICK HERE to watch the video to this reflection

Marian Saturday August Mini-Series: Titles of MaryLitany of LoretoMusicAve Maris Stella - VOCES8Ave Maris Stella (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

STILL WATERS by Steph MacleodClick Here for VideoStorm is risingI′ve been riding on the wavesFeel like I'm dyingI′ve been dying for daysGreat walls are fallingMy soul is calling outRelease meDeep down in the darknessMy chains are invisibleLaid bare for the harvestI long for a miracleCome save my soul againSo come save my soul againHere in the darknessTrying so hard to prayLord if You hear meCome help me change my waysI'm trying to fight itBut the coldness of the nightIt seems to keep meDeep down in the darknessMy chains are invisibleLaid bare for the harvestI long for a miracleSo come save my soul againCome save my soul againCome save my soul againSave my soul againSinging nowAh AmenCome save my soul againSave my soul againAh Singing Ah AmenSave my soul againSave my soul againAh AmenCome save my soul againSave my soul againAh AmenAnd now beforeStill watersI am in a deafening silenceI am humbledSuddenlyI know You are here with meNow beforeStill watersI am in a deafening silenceI am humbledSo suddenlyCause I know You are here with meIrish Blessing/Be Thou My VisionClick Here for VideoBe Thou my vision, O Lord of my heart;Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art; Thou my best thought, in the day and the night; Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light.Be Thou my wisdom, be Thou my true Word; I ever with Thee and Thou with me, Lord; Thou my great Father and I, Thy true son; Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one.Be thou my battleshield, my sword for the fight;Be thou my dignity, thou my delight;Thou my soul’s shelter and thou my high tower;Raise thou me heavenward, O Power of my power.Riches I heed not, nor man’s empty praise;Thou mine inheritance, through all my daysThou and Thou only, the first in my heart;High King of heaven, my treasure Thou art.High King of heaven, my victory won;May I reach heaven’s joy, O bright heaven’s sun;Heart of my own heart, whatever befall;Still be my vision, O Ruler of all.Heart of my own heart, whatever befall;Still be my vision, O Ruler of all.Christ be with you, Christ within youChrist behind you, Christ before you,Christ beside you, Christ to win you,Christ to comfort and restore you,Christ beneath you, Christ above you,Christ In quiet, Christ in danger,Christ in hearts of all that love you,Christ in mouth of friend and stranger

Get RealSCRIPTUREPsalm 145: 18MUSICBefore the Throne of God Above

Sorry, no formal prayer today because of an internet broadband issue. They tell us it will be fixed today. Please enjoy this piece of music--let's call it, CONCERT WEDNESDAY!Psalm 91- Victory Boyd

Queenship of MarySCRIPTURE2 Thessalonions 1: 11 - 12MUSICHail, Holy Queen - (Singing Nuns of God's Loveliness)Hail, Holy Queen - (instrumental by Christopher Woods)

The Daily (News podcast) that Fr. Ron mentions in the reflection about the Hawaii fires on Maui: CLICK HEREOur LISTENER REFLECTION SERIES is found on our app blog and website blog. Check it out and share your own thoughts and reflection on scripture.

20th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 15: 21 - 28MUSIC"Gabriel's Obeo" - HauserAt that time, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, "Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David!  My daughter is tormented by a demon."  But Jesus did not say a word in answer to her. Jesus' disciples came and asked him, "Send her away, for she keeps calling out after us." He said in reply, "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." But the woman came and did Jesus homage, saying, "Lord, help me." He said in reply,"It is not right to take the food of the children and throw it to the dogs."  She said, "Please, Lord, for even the dogs eat the scrapsthat fall from the table of their masters."  Then Jesus said to her in reply, "O woman, great is your faith!  Let it be done for you as you wish."  And the woman's daughter was healed from that hour.

Marian Saturday August Mini-Series: Titles of MaryLitany of LoretoPrayer Javier Referenced:Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.MusicAve Maris Stella - VOCES8Ave Maris Stella (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Concert FridayMUSICNear To The Heart Of GodAuthor: Cleland Boyd McAfee (1903)Performed by Foutainview Acadamy1 THERE is a place of quiet rest,Near to the heart of God;A place where sin cannot molest,Near to the heart of God.Refrain:O Jesus, blest Redeemer,Sent from the heart of God;Hold us, who wait before Thee,Near to the heart of God. 2 There is a place of comfort sweet,Near to the heart of God;A place where we our Saviour meet,Near to the heart of God. 3 There is a place of full release,Near to the heart of God;A place where all is joy and peace,Near to the heart of God. How Great Thou Art Author: Carl Gustav Boberg; Translator: Stuart K. Hine (1949)Performed by BYU Men’s ChorusO Lord my God, When I in awesome wonder, Consider all the worlds Thy Hands have made; I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, Thy power throughout the universe displayed.Chorus:Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee, How great Thou art, How great Thou art.Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee, How great Thou art, How great Thou art! When through the woods, and forest glades I wander, And hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees.When I look down, from lofty mountain grandeurAnd see the brook, and feel the gentle breeze.Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee, How great Thou art, How great Thou art.Then sings my soul, My Saviour God, to Thee, How great Thou art, How great Thou art! 

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Common GroundSCRIPTUREMatthew 18: 19-20MUSICSpeak Lord I'm Listening

Charity and LoveSCRIPTUREMatthew 17: 22 - 23MUSICWhere Charity and Love Prevail

See the VIDEO to this reflection: CLICK HEREMatthew 14:22-33Jesus Walks on the Water22 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, he was there alone, 24 and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it.25 Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. 26 When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear.27 But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.”28 “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.”29 “Come,” he said.Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!”31 Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?”32 And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down. 33 Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

Marian Saturday August Mini-Series: Titles of MaryLitany of LoretoMusicAve Maris Stella - VOCES8Ave Maris Stella (Instrumental)Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary GemmaJOIN US THIS AUGUST 15TH!!We hope you'll join us (and countless others around the world) in completing the annual global 54 day Rosary Novena. HERE is all the info about what this is! We begin on the Feast of the Assumption, 8/15, and end on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary 10/7!

CeCe Winans - Goodness of GodYouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sE5kEnitqEBrentwood Baptist Church Choir, TN- Awesome God (Michael W. Smith cover)YouTube video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewpbs0lvnoU

Unless A Grain Dies (Feast of St. Lawrence)SCRIPTUREJohn 12: 24MUSICUnless A Grain of Wheat 

Don't forget to check out our PANTRY for "virtual" adoration videos to help focus you in prayer before the Lord.Here's a 10 minute adoration video

Step Out In FaithThe Feast of Saint DominicSCRIPTUREMatthew 14: 29 -33MUSICThy WordGo Out To The World - Joncas

The Feast of the Transfiguration of the LordSCRIPTUREMatthew 17: 1 - 9MUSICBe Thou My Vision

Marian Saturday August Mini-Series: Titles of MaryLitany of LoretoSr. Carol's CartoonMusicAve Maris Stella - VOCES8Ave Maris Stella (Instrumental)

Concert FridayMUSICHere I Am LordFestival Canticle: Worthy Is ChristOn this Feast of St John Vianney, the patron of priests, let us ask for his intercession for our priests everywhere.

Pearl of Great PriceSCRIPTUREMatthew 13: 45 - 46MUSICLord Of Glory, Who Hast Bought UsSoftly and Tenderly

St Ignatius & DiscipleshipSCRIPTURELuke 14: 25 - 27MUSICThese Alone Are Enough

MATTHEW 13- 44-46The Parables of the Hidden Treasure and the Pearl44 “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field.45 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. 46 When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it.

Marian SaturdayToday we are praying a full rosary together after some discussion on the Flame of Love Movement. To pray the rosary on its own at a later date, please check out the pray-along video HERE.HERE is the book that was referenced.Click HERE to learn more about the Flame of Love practices.HERE is the video about the Church and private revelation that was referenced.MusicYou Are Mine (Instrumental) - Marcial AvilaYou Are Mine Instrumental Worship - Soaking In His Presence

IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL"by" Charlie Puth and Ariana GrandeWhen peace like a river attendeth my wayWhen sorrows like sea billows rollWhatever my lot, Thou has taught me to sayIt is well, it is well with my soulIt is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soulThough Satan should buffet, though trials should comeLet this blest assurance controlThat Christ (yes, He has) has regarded my helpless estateAnd has shed His own blood for my soulIt is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soulMy sin, O the bliss of this glorious thought (the thought)My sin, not in part, but the whole (every bit, every bit, all of it)Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more (yes)Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soulIt is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soul (sing, "It is well")It is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soulAnd Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sightThe clouds be rolled back as a scrollThe trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descendEven so, it is well with my soulIt is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soul (because of You, Jesus, it is well)It is well (it is well) with my soul (with my soul)It is well, it is well with my soulGREATEST THY FAITHFULNESS"by" ColdplayGreat is Thy faithfulness, O God my FatherThere is no shadow of turning with TheeThou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail notAs Thou hast been, Thou forever will beGreat is Thy faithfulnessGreat is Thy faithfulnessMorning by morning new mercies I seeAll I have needed Thy hand hath providedGreat is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto meSummer and winter and springtime and harvestSun, moon and stars in their courses aboveJoin with all nature in manifold witnessTo Thy great faithfulness, mercy and loveGreat is Thy faithfulnessGreat is Thy faithfulnessMorning by morning new mercies I seeAll I have needed Thy hand hath providedGreat is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto mePardon for sin and a peace that endurethBlessings all mine with 10, 000 beside  

Praise GodSCRIPTUREDaniel 3:52MUSICPraise To The Lord, The AlmightyBefore Dawn - Gjeilo

The parents of the Blessed Mother we honor today who waited patiently for God

Called By JesusSCRIPTURE2Corinthians 4: 7 - 10MUSICEarthen VesselsBy The Roes, And By The Hinds Of The Field - Jóhannsson

16th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 13: 24 - 30MUSICGift Of Finest Wheat

Marian SaturdayMarian Consecration resources mentioned:St. Louis de Montfort's consecration preparationSt. Maximilian Kolbe's 9 day preparation for consecrationFr. Gaitley's 33 Days to Morning GloryOther referenced resources:Prayer of Entrusting a ChildPrayer of Consecration of One's Exterior GoodsMusic:5 Minute Timer - Gentle Acoustic Guitar

Concert FridayMUSIC - (a tribute to Ray Repp)Here We AreHear O LordInto Your Hands

Fitting InSCRIPTUREMatthew 11: 25MUSICI Sing The Mighty Power of GodGentle Reflection

Respond With CompassionSCRIPTUREMatthew 10: 40 - 42MUSICLet Heaven RejoiceMercy

NO VIDEO TODAY.The Parable of the Sower13 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. 2 Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. 3 Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow his seed. 4 As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path, and the birds came and ate it up. 5 Some fell on rocky places, where it did not have much soil. It sprang up quickly, because the soil was shallow. 6 But when the sun came up, the plants were scorched, and they withered because they had no root. 7 Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up and choked the plants. 8 Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop—a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown. 9 Whoever has ears, let them hear.”

Marian SaturdayHERE is the link to the PDF of the Litany we prayed together today as well as the list of more submitted litany lines that weren't able to be included (due to time).MusicAve Maria Instrumental5 Minute Meditation Music - Soundings of the Planet

A throwback to old times...

Peace of ChristSCRIPTUREMatthew 10: 12 - 13MUSICAdoramus Te DomineFlow

Life With ChristSCRIPTUREIsaiah 1: 16 - 17MUSICLove Devine All Loves Excelling Elgar_ Nimrod (Lux Aeterna)

14th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 11: 25 - 30MUSIC"Come To Me, All Who Are Weary" - Dan Schutte

Marian SaturdayToday we are talking about how any devotion honoring the angels also honors their Queen, of course! And then together we pray the Chaplet of St. Michael the Archangel.The "Pray-Along Video" playlist that was referenced today can be accessed HERE.The pray-along video of the Chaplet of St. Michael and the PDF of this devotion can be accessed HERE.MusicSalve Regina Instrumental3 Min Piano Music, Quick Positive Energy Meditation by Deep Sleep & Relaxing Music

Concert FridaySCRIPTURE1Corinthians 15: 55 - 58MUSICHallelujah (instrumental)Kyrie - (traditional chant)Hosanna (Sanctus) - (Andrew Lloyd Weber)Pie Jesu - (Andrew Lloyd Weber)

First FruitsSCRIPTUREJames 1:18MUSICWe Have Been ToldJesus, The Lord

The CornerstoneSCRIPTUREEphesians 2: 19-20MUSICMy God and My AllYou Are Mine

MATTHEW 10: 37-42"Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me; and whoever does not take up the cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Those who find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. Whoever welcomes you welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. Whoever welcomes a prophet in the name of a prophet will receive a prophet's reward; and whoever welcomes a righteous person in the name of a righteous person will receive the reward of the righteous; and whoever gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones in the name of a disciple truly I tell you, none of these will lose their reward."

Marian Saturday Special - Marian Saint Highlight ft. St. Maximilian KolbeHERE is the 9 day preparation for consecration that was referenced in today's episode.Mother Mary Litany ProjectHere is Lauren's email to submit any litany ideas (i.e. "If Jesus is Strength, Mary is the Mother of Strength"):[email protected] by end of day July 2nd. MusicBe Not Afraid (Instrumental)

PANGE LINGUAperformed my Dan Gibson, Illuminations albumSing, my tongue, the Savior's glory,of His flesh the mystery sing;of the Blood, all price exceeding,shed by our immortal King,destined, for the world's redemption,from a noble womb to spring.Of a pure and spotless Virginborn for us on earth below,He, as Man, with man conversing,stayed, the seeds of truth to sow;then He closed in solemn orderwondrously His life of woe.On the night of that Last Supper,seated with His chosen band,He the Pascal victim eating,first fulfills the Law's command;then as Food to His Apostlesgives Himself with His own hand.Word-made-Flesh, the bread of natureby His word to Flesh He turns;wine into His Blood He changes;what though sense no change discerns?Only be the heart in earnest,faith her lesson quickly learns.Down in adoration falling,Lo! the sacred Host we hail;Lo! o'er ancient forms departing,newer rites of grace prevail;faith for all defects supplying,where the feeble senses fail.To the everlasting Father,and the Son who reigns on high,with the Holy Ghost proceedingforth from Each eternally,be salvation, honor, blessing,might and endless majesty. Amen.

MY LORD by Michael FrantiMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to goWhen I was born, I was aloneI spent the rest of my life finding my way homeI chose the long road but it walked on me insteadI saw a sign there and this is what it saidWe all get the time we're givenMine ain't over so I'll keep on livin'We all get the life we're livin'Mine ain't over so I'll keep on givin''Til the day I dieMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to go(Here we go!)My Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to goWe all get the life we're livin'But ours ain't over so we keep on givin'I bought a guitar and I wrote a songI wrote it down for you so you could sing alongThe flames of my heart went pounding through my headTurned into tear drops and this is what they saidMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to go(Here we go!)My Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to goTake me to the place I need to goTake me to the place I need to goTake me to the place I need toTake me to the place I need toTake me to the place I need to goWe all get the time we're givenMine ain't over so I'll keep on livin'We all get the life we're livin'Mine ain't over so I'll keep on givin''Til the day I dieMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordShow me all the things I need to knowMy Lord, my Lord, my Lord, my LordTake me to the place I need to goHere we go!Take me to the place I need to goTake me to the place I need to goTake me to the place I needTake me to the place I needTake me to the place I need to goWe all get the life we're livin'But ours ain't over so we keep on givin''Til the day we die

Who Are You?SCRIPTUREMatthew 16: 13 - 16MUSICHow Great Thou ArtAnywhere With You

PatienceSCRIPTUREMatthew 7: 18-20MUSICConfitemini DominoImpending Death of the Virgin Spirit

12th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 10: 26 - 33MUSIC"Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring"

Marian Saturday, Solemnity of St. John the BaptistToday's reflection is from the book The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics - compiled by Raphael Brown.Music:Sing of Mary Pure and Lowly - Andrew RemillardCanticle of Zechariah - Sister Mary Gemma

Concert FridayLike a ChildSongwriters: Stephen Daniel Mason / Dan Haseltine / Charlie Lowell / Matthew Ryan BronleeweLyricsDear God, surround me as I speakThe bridges that I walk across are weakAnd the frustrations fill the voidThat I can't solely bear Dear God, don't let me fall apartYou've held me close to youBut I have turned away and searchedFor answers I can't understandThey say that I can move the mountainsAnd send them falling to the seaThey say that I can walk on waterIf I would follow and believeWith faith like a childSometimes, when I feel miles awayAnd my eyes can't see your faceWell, I wonder if I've grownTo lose the recklessnessI walked in light of you They say that I can move the mountainsAnd send them crashing to the seaThey say that I can walk on waterIf I would follow and believeWith faith like a child"I've got joy like a fountain!""Be kind unto others""In Jesus Christ Your son" They say that I can move the mountainsAnd send them crashing to the seaThey say that I can walk on waterIf I would follow and believe They say that love can heal the brokenThey say that hope can make you seeThey say that faith can find a SaviorIf you would follow and believeWith faith like a child Love Song for a SaviorSongwriters: Charlie Lowell / Dan Haseltine / Matthew Ryan Bronleewe / Stephen Daniel Mason LyricsIn open fields of wild flowersShe breathes the air and flies awayShe thanks her Jesus for the daisiesAnd the roses in no simple languageSomeday she'll understandThe meaning of it allHe's more than the laughterOr the stars in the heavenAs close as a heartbeatOr song on her lipsSomeday she'll trust HimAnd learn how to see HimSomeday He'll call herAnd she will come runningShe fall in His armsThe tears will fall downAnd she'll pray I want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youSitting silent wearing Sunday bestThe sermon echoes through the wallsA great salvation through itCalls to the peopleWho stare into nowhereAnd can't feel the chains on their soulsHe's more than the laughterOr the stars in the heavenAs close as a heartbeatOr song on her lipsSomeday we'll trust HimAnd learn how to see HimSomeday He'll call usAnd we will come runningWe'll fall in His armsThe tears will fall downAnd we'll pray I want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youWe want to prayIt seems to easy to call You 'Savior'Not close enough to call You 'God'So as I sit and think ofThe words I can mentionTo show my devotion I want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with youI want to fall in love with you  

MUSICInterlude-  ABBOTT ft. CaneaVerses - The Chopin Project

If interested, Justin's email address is:  [email protected]

By Our LoveSCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 43-48MUSIC"They'll Know We Are Christians"

Living The MoreSCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 38-42MUSIC"Jesus Joy of Man's Desiring"  - Hauser"Piano Concerto No. 2 (Rachmaninov) - Hauser

No Video today.MATTHEW 9: 36-10:8At the sight of the crowds, Jesus’ heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd.Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.”Then he summoned his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits to drive them out and to cure every disease and every illness. The names of the twelve apostles are these: first, Simon called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John; Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James, the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddeus; Simon from Cana, and Judas Iscariot who betrayed him.Jesus sent out these twelve after instructing them thus, “Do not go into pagan territory or enter a Samaritan town. Go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. As you go, make this proclamation: ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’ Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons. Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.”

Feast of The Immaculate Heart of MaryHERE is the info about the First Saturdays Devotion as well as the prayer of Consecration we prayed together today and the referenced video on Our Lady of Fatima.Music:Ave Maria - Neal E. Boyd (Thanks to TGM family member, Fred B for sharing this!)Immaculate Mary - Michael Allen HarrisonCanticle of Zechariah - Sister Mary Gemma & the Franciscan Sisters

In The SilenceSCRIPTUREMatthew 6: 6MUSIC"Palestrina""You Speak"

Something NewSCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 17-18MUSIC"Gabriel's Oboe" (from The Mission) - Hauser"Benedictus" (Hauser)

Corpus Christi SundayThe Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of ChristSCRIPTUREJohn 6: 51-58MUSIC"O Sacrament Most Holy" (instrumental)

Marian SaturdayHERE is the link with everything you need to know about home enthronement. HERE is the link to the video of prayers we've put together.Music:Be Thou My Vision - David Abramsky

Concert FridayMUSIC"O Saluters Hostia - St Thomas Aquinas"One Bread, One Body" - John Foley"Remembrance" - Maher/RedmanO Salutaris Hostia English: O saving Victim opening wide The gate of heaven to all below Our foes press on from every side Your aid supply, Your strength bestow  To Your great name be endless praise Immortal Godhead, One in Three Oh, grant us endless length of days In our true native land with You  Latin: O Salutaris Hostia Quae coeli pandis ostium Bella premunt hostilia Da robur fer auxílium  Uni trinoque Domino Sit sempiterna gloria Qui vitam sine termino Nobis donet in patriaRemembrance (Communion Song)Writer(s): Matt Maher, Matt Redman Performed by Matt Maher Oh how could it beThat my God would welcome meInto this mysterySay take this bread, take this wineNow the simple made divineFor any to receiveBy mercy, we come to your tableBy your grace, you are making us faithful[Chorus]Lord, we remember youAnd remembrance leads us to worshipAnd as we worship youOur worship leads to communionWe respond to your invitationWe remember youSee his body, his bloodKnow that he has overcomeEvery trial we will faceNone too lost to be savedNone too broken or ashamedAll are welcome in this placeBy your mercy, we come to your tableBy your grace, you are making us faithful [Chorus]Lord, we remember youAnd remembrance leads us to worshipAnd as we worship youOur worship leads to communionWe respond to your invitationWe remember youDying, you destroyed our deathRising, you restored our lifeLord, Jesus come in gloryLord, Jesus come in gloryLord, Jesus come in gloryLord, Jesus come in glory[Chorus]Lord, we remember youAnd remembrance leads us to worshipAnd as we worship youOur worship leads to communionWe respond to your invitationWe respond to your invitationWe remember you

Give To GodSCRIPTUREMark 12: 15 - 17MUSIC"Her I Am, Lord" (instrumental)

To Be The UprightSCRIPTUREPsalm 112: 1 - 2MUSIC"All Are Welcome"

A special treat today for our Breaking Open the Word! Our newest member of the God Minute Team is Fr. Jim Cormack, C.M. who is offering our reflection today (just audio, no video).Fr. Jim's email:[email protected] SUNDAYJohn 3: 16-18For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Marian SaturdayOur Lady of Knock DevotionHERE is the pdf of this devotion if you'd like to follow along.HERE is the video of the live version of "Lady of Knock", sung at St. Patrick's Cathedral in NYC by Cathy Maguire.

I Surrender by Hillsong Worship

The AnointedSCRIPTURESirach 42: 15 - 16MUSIC"God of Day and God of Darkness""The Spheres"  - Gjeilo

The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Mother to Elizabeth and the subsequent prayer known as the MAGNIFICAT (below).MUSICMagnificat by The Zoe GroupTHE MAGNIFICAT PRAYERMy soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Saviorfor he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name.He has mercy on those who fear himin every generation. He has shown the strength of his arm, he has scattered the proud in their conceit.He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty.He has come to the help of his servant Israelfor he remembered his promise of mercy, the promise he made to our fathers, to Abraham and his children forever.

All For You LordSCRIPTUREMark 10: 28 - 31MUSIC"Wherever You Go""Sweet Dream"

Let us never forget the great sacrifices of our armed forces in securing our freedom and way of life. God bless them.

PENTECOSTSCRIPTUREJohn 20: 19 - 23(Acts 2: 1-4)MUSIC"Come Holy Ghost""Holy Spirit"

Music:Holy Mother - Eric Clapton, Luciano Pavarotti, & the East London Gospel ChoirWatch the video HERE.

Concert FridayMUSIC"Holy Spirit""Your Church"Holy SpiritSong by Jesus CulturePerformed by: Francesca Battestelli There's nothing worth more, that will ever come close No thing can compare, You're our living hope Your PresenceI've tasted and seen, of the sweetest of Loves Where my heart becomes free, and my shame is undone In Your PresenceHoly Spirit You are welcome hereCome flood this place and fill the atmosphere Your Glory God is what our hearts long for To be overcome by Your Presence LordLet us become more aware of Your PresenceLet us experience the Glory of Your Goodness Holy Spirit You are welcome hereCome flood this place and fill the atmosphere Your Glory God is what our hearts long for To be overcome by Your Presence Lord  Your Churchcomposed and performed by: Anthony and Shannon FortunatoWe will give all we are, to You and You aloneYou’re the light within us and You’re the cornerstoneour name shall be praised for-ever moreCome build us up, To be Your Church O Lord Make us a witness of Your loveHelp us to speak of Your truthSend down your spirit from aboveWe want our hearts founded in you Lord, we will glorify Your nameWe want to give You thanks and praiseFor You have changed us from withinYour the one who gave us our salvation We are the chosen ones, precious in your sightyour heart is what we’re after, we turn from this world’s liesunited as the Church, we offer praise to youwe are a generation of truth.

MUSICHoly, Holy, Holy by Jay StockerLighthouse by Jay Stocker

UnitySCRIPTUREJohn 17: 11MUSIC"Heaven"  (instrumental)"They'll Know We Are Christians". (instrumental)Come Creator Spirit, ✟Renew me with your strength.Purify me with your love.Strengthen me with your hope.Empower me with your justice.Cover me with your protection.Surround me with your compassionIllumine me with your mercy.Console me with your fire.Motivate me with your power.Humble me with your passion.Satisfy me with your presence.Complete me with your grace.Hear and answer me in my need.Amen.© Rev. Michael Pavlakovich

MUSICLight My Way by Jay Stocker

Spirit LoveSCRIPTUREActs 19: 4-6MUSIC"Redemption""New Day""Send Us Your Spirit"Come Creator Spirit, ✟Renew me with your strength.Purify me with your love.Strengthen me with your hope.Empower me with your justice.Cover me with your protection.Surround me with your compassionIllumine me with your mercy.Console me with your fire.Motivate me with your power.Humble me with your passion.Satisfy me with your presence.Complete me with your grace.Hear and answer me in my need.Amen.© Rev. Michael Pavlakovich

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflection--Gospel- John 17: 1-11After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed:“Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. 2 For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. 3 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. 4 I have brought you glory on earth by finishing the work you gave me to do. 5 And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began.Jesus Prays for His Disciples6 “I have revealed you[a] to those whom you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me and they have obeyed your word. 7 Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. 8 For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them. They knew with certainty that I came from you, and they believed that you sent me. 9 I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours. 10 All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory has come to me through them. 11 I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of[b] your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one.

Marian SaturdayArticle Referenced HEREMusic:Immaculate Mary 

Thank you, John, for the suggestion!SHINE sung by Dolly PartonGimme a word, gimme a signShow me where to lookAnd tell me what will I find? What will I find?Lay me on the ground, fly me in the skyShow me where to lookAnd tell me what will I find? What will I find?YeahOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shineLove is in the water, love is in the airShow me where to goAnd tell me will love be there? Will love be there?Teach me how to speak, teach me how to shareTeach me where to goAnd tell me will love be there? Will love be there?YeahOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shineGimme a word, gimme a signShow me where to lookAnd tell me what will I find? What will I find?Lord, teach me how to speak, teach me how to shareTeach me where to goAnd tell me will love be there? Will love be there?YeahOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shine downOh, Heaven let your light shineOh, Heaven let your light shine downLet it shine, let it shine, let it shineHeaven let your light shine down, let it shineHeaven let your light shine down, shineHeaven let your light shine downHeaven let your light shine downShine, shineJust gimme a word, gimme a sign, shineLet it shine, let it shineTeach me, how to share, teach me where to goTell me will love be there? Shine

Love of GodSCRIPTUREJohn 14: 18MUSIC"Ubi Caritas""Safe and Sound"Come Creator Spirit, ✟Renew me with your strength.Purify me with your love.Strengthen me with your hope.Empower me with your justice.Cover me with your protection.Surround me with your compassionIllumine me with your mercy.Console me with your fire.Motivate me with your power.Humble me with your passion.Satisfy me with your presence.Complete me with your grace.Hear and answer me in my need.Amen.© Rev. Michael Pavlakovich

Hymn/Poem Shared in today's reflection by John Henry NewmanLOOK KINDLY, LIGHTSung at the end by BYU VOCAL POINTLead, kindly Light, amid the gloom of evening.Lord, lead me on! Lord, lead me on!On through the night! On to your radiance!Lead, kindly Light!Lead, kindly Light, kindly Light!1 The night is dark, and I am far from home,Direct my feet; I do not ask to seeThe distant scene; one step enough for me.So lead me onward, Lord, and hear my plea. [Refrain]2 Not always thus, I seldom looked for you,I loved to choose and seek my path alone.In spite of fear, my pride controlled my will,Remember not my past, but lead me still. [Refrain]3 So long your pow'r has blest me on the way,And still it leads, past hill and storm and night!And with the morn, those angel faces smile,Which I have loved long since, and lost a while.

God Is HereSCRIPTUREJohn 16: 7-8MUSIC"Yeshua" (instrumental)Come Creator Spirit, ✟Renew me with your strength.Purify me with your love.Strengthen me with your hope.Empower me with your justice.Cover me with your protection.Surround me with your compassionIllumine me with your mercy.Console me with your fire.Motivate me with your power.Humble me with your passion.Satisfy me with your presence.Complete me with your grace.Hear and answer me in my need.Amen.© Rev. Michael Pavlakovich

6th Sunday of Easter 2023SCRIPTUREJohn 14: 15 - 21MUSIC (Instrumental)"Tis The Month of Our Mother""Send Us Your Spirit"Come Creator Spirit, ✟Renew me with your strength.Purify me with your love.Strengthen me with your hope.Empower me with your justice.Cover me with your protection.Surround me with your compassionIllumine me with your mercy.Console me with your fire.Motivate me with your power.Humble me with your passion.Satisfy me with your presence.Complete me with your grace.Hear and answer me in my need.Amen.© Rev. Michael Pavlakovich

Feast of Our Lady of FatimaHERE is the referenced video about how the Church approves apparitions. HERE is the referenced link to more information about the 5 First Saturdays Devotion.HERE is the referenced video all about Our Lady of Fatima and her apparitions.HERE is the video of the 2023 TGM Mary Crowning. Songs:Hymn to Our Lady of FatimaOur Lady of Fatima (Instrumental)

Concert FridayMUSICThe ClimbSongwriters: Jessi Leigh Alexander / Jon Clifton MabePerformed by: BYU Vocal Point ft. Peter Hollens I can almost see itThat dream I'm dreamingBut there's a voice inside my head sayingYou'll never reach itEvery step I'm takingEvery move I make feelsLost with no directionMy faith is shakingBut I, I gotta keep tryingGotta keep my head held highThere's always gonna be another mountainI'm always gonna wanna make it moveAlways gonna be an uphill battleSometimes I'm gonna have to loseAin't about how fast I get thereAin't about what's waiting on the other sideIt's the climbThe struggles I'm facingThe chances I'm takingSometimes might knock me down, butNo, I'm not breakingI may not know itBut these are the moments, thatI'm gonna remember most, yeahJust gotta keep goingAnd I, I gotta be strongJust keep pushing on, 'causeThere's always gonna be another mountainI'm always gonna wanna make it moveAlways gonna be an uphill battleSometimes I'm gonna have to loseAin't about how fast I get thereAin't about what's waiting on the other sideIt's the climbThere's always gonna be another mountainI'm always gonna wanna make it moveAlways gonna be an uphill battleSometimes you're gonna have to loseAin't about how fast I get thereAin't about what's waiting on the other sideIt's the climbYeah, yeahKeep on moving, keep climbingKeep the faith, babyIt's all about, it's all about the climb What A Beautiful NameSongwriters: Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood Performed by: BYU Vocal Point ft. David ArchuletaYou were the Word at the beginningOne with God the Lord Most HighYour hidden glory in creationNow revealed in You our ChristWhat a beautiful Name it isWhat a beautiful Name it isThe Name of Jesus Christ my KingWhat a beautiful Name it isNothing compares to thisWhat a beautiful Name it isThe Name of JesusYou didn't want Heaven without usSo Jesus, You brought heaven downMy sin was great, Your love was greaterWhat could separate us nowWhat a wonderful Name it isWhat a wonderful Name it isThe Name of Jesus Christ my KingWhat a wonderful Name it isNothing compares to thisWhat a wonderful Name it isThe Name of JesusWhat a wonderful Name it isThe Name of JesusHow sweet is Your name, LordHow good You areLove to sing in the name of the LordLove to sing of who You areDeath could not hold You, the veil tore before YouYou silenced the boast of sin and graveThe heavens are roaring the praise of Your gloryFor You are raised to life againYou have no rival, You have no equalNow and forever, God, You reignYours is the Kingdom, Yours is the gloryYours is the Name above all namesWhat a powerful Name it isWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of Jesus Christ my KingWhat a powerful Name it isNothing can stand againstWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of JesusYou have no rival, You have no equalNow and forever, God, You reignYours is the Kingdom, Yours is the gloryYours is the Name above all namesWhat a powerful Name it isWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of Jesus Christ my KingWhat a powerful Name it isNothing can stand againstWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of JesusWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of JesusWhat a powerful Name it isThe Name of Jesus

HERE is the full text of the reflection Lauren uses today. 

Follow The ShepherdSCRIPTUREJohn 10: 27 - 28MUSICPsalm 16 - Keep Me Safe  - Foley

Feast Day!

WWJDSCRIPTUREJohn 13: 16-17MUSIC"Psalm 103" -  instrumental

Watch the video to this reflection by CLICKING HEREGOSPEL- John 14: 1-12Jesus said to his disciples:"Do not let your hearts be troubled.You have faith in God; have faith also in me.In my Father's house there are many dwelling places.If there were not,would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?And if I go and prepare a place for you,I will come back again and take you to myself,so that where I am you also may be.Where I am going you know the way."Thomas said to him,"Master, we do not know where you are going;how can we know the way?"Jesus said to him, I am the way and the truth and the life.No one comes to the Father except through me.If you know me, then you will also know my Father.From now on you do know him and have seen him."Philip said to him,"Master, show us the Father, and that will be enough for us."Jesus said to him, "Have I been with you for so long a timeand you still do not know me, Philip?Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.How can you say, 'Show us the Father'?Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me?The words that I speak to you I do not speak on my own.The Father who dwells in me is doing his works.Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me,or else, believe because of the works themselves.Amen, amen, I say to you,whoever believes in me will do the works that I do,and will do greater ones than these,because I am going to the Father."

Today's prayer is a video compilation of "Crownings" done by our TGM community members accompanied by a praying of the rosary. Please watch the video version HERE.Music:Hail Holy QueenAve MariaMagnificatOn This Day, O Beautiful MotherHail Mary, Gentle WomanImmaculate MarySing of Mary Pure and LowlyBring Flowers of the Rarest

This is one of two selections for your prayer today. This is the sunny, upbeat one. the other is much slower, quiet and meditative. Depending on your mood, take your pick. Enjoy!

This is one of two selections for your prayer today. This is a quiet, meditative piece (perfect for a darkened room with a flickering candle.... or maybe as you are going to bed). The other is upbeat and sunny. Depending on your mood, take your pick. Enjoy!SongAbba, Father by Jonathan David Hesler

Hunger and ThirstSCRIPTUREJohn 6: 35MUSIC"Great Is Thy Faithfulness""One Bread, One Body"

* cover picture is Sr. Carol's dad (referenced in her reflection)MUSICStillness b y Poppy Ackroyd

Jesus Our FoodSCRIPTURE1Peter 5: 5-7MUSIC"Bread of Life" - Cooney / instrumentalMay Night Prayer Holy Mother Mary,Seat of Wisdom and cause of our Joy,be my intercessor, my advocate and my peace.Embrace me in your tender and loving armswhich cradled our Savior.Let me find rest this night.When I awake, be my model of discipleshipso that I may serve the Lord and His people.Keep me close to you and lead me alwaysto your Son who is Lord forever.  Amen

Feast of St. Joseph the WorkerMay Crowning Upload Link and VideoMUSICInterlude by ABBOTT ft. Canea QuartettJust as I Am by David Nevue

4th Sunday of EasterSCRIPTUREJohn 10: 1-10

HERE is the link for all the information about our upcoming Mary Crowning!The book referenced in today's episode is The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics, compiled by Raphael Brown. This will be The God Minute Book Club's book for the month of May. Information about the TGM Book Club can be found HERE.MusicHail Holy Queen - St. Nicholas Choir Parish of CabatuanCanticle of Zechariah - ILP Chorus

Concert FridayMUSIC"You Will Be Found""I Am The Good Shepherd"You Will Be FoundSongwriters: Benj Pasek / Justin PaulPerformed By: BYU Vocal Point Have you ever felt like nobody was there?Have you ever felt forgotten in the middle of nowhere?Have you ever felt like you could disappear?Like you could fall, and no one would hear?Well, let that lonely feeling wash awayMaybe there's a reason to believe you'll be okay'Cause when you don't feel strong enough to standYou can reach, reach out your handAnd oh, someone will coming runningAnd I know, they'll take you homeEven when the dark comes crashing throughWhen you need a friend to carry youAnd when you're broken on the groundYou will be foundSo let the sun come streaming in'Cause you'll reach up and you'll rise againLift your head and look aroundYou will be foundYou will be foundYou will be foundYou will be foundYou will be foundThere's a place where we don't have to feel unknown(Oh my god, everybody needs to see this)And every time that you call outYou're a little less alone(I can't stop watching this video, seventeen years old)If you only say the word(Take five minutes, this will make your day)From across the silence your voice is heardShare it with the people you love(Repost, the world needs to hear this)(A beautiful tribute, favourite!)(I know someone who really needed to hear this today)(So thank you Evan Hansen for doing what you're doing)(I never met you Connor, but coming on here, reading everyone's posts)(It's so easy to feel alone, but Evan is exactly right—we're not alone, none of us)(We're not alone, none of us! None of us!)(None of us are alone) (Like, forward)Even when the dark comes crashing throughWhen you need a friend to carry youWhen you're broken on the groundYou will be foundSo let the sun come streaming in'Cause you'll reach up and you'll rise againIf you only look aroundYou will be found (You will be found)You will be found (You will be found)You will be foundOut of the shadowsThe morning is breakingAnd all is new, all is newIt's filling up the emptyAnd suddenly I see thatAll is new, all is newYou are not aloneYou are not aloneYou are not aloneYou are not aloneYou are not alone (You are not alone)You are not alone (You are not alone)You are notYou are not alone (You are not alone)Even when the dark comes crashin' throughWhen you need someone to carry youWhen you're broken on the groundYou will be found!So when the sun comes streaming in'Cause you'll reach up and you'll rise againIf you only look aroundYou will be foundYou will be foundYou will be foundYou will be found!You will be found

MUSICChrist the Lord is Risen TodayCommon Threads by Bobby McFerrin

Humility for AllSCRIPTURE1Peter: 5: 5 - 7MUSIC"Sing To The Mountains"Guided Meditation: SPRINGTIMEhttps://youtu.be/KD1qsdfGFrs

Know and BelieveSCRIPTUREJohn 6: 28-29MUSIC"Sing A New Song"Springtime Guided Meditation: https://youtu.be/KD1qsdfGFrs

Watch the VIDEO to this Reflection by CLICKING HERELuke 24: 13-35The Road to EmmausThat very day, the first day of the week,two of Jesus' disciples were goingto a village seven miles from Jerusalem called Emmaus,and they were conversing about all the things that had occurred.And it happened that while they were conversing and debating,Jesus himself drew near and walked with them,but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him.He asked them,"What are you discussing as you walk along?"They stopped, looking downcast.One of them, named Cleopas, said to him in reply,"Are you the only visitor to Jerusalemwho does not know of the thingsthat have taken place there in these days?"And he replied to them, "What sort of things?"They said to him,"The things that happened to Jesus the Nazarene,who was a prophet mighty in deed and wordbefore God and all the people,how our chief priests and rulers both handed him overto a sentence of death and crucified him.But we were hoping that he would be the one to redeem Israel;and besides all this,it is now the third day since this took place.Some women from our group, however, have astounded us:they were at the tomb early in the morningand did not find his body;they came back and reportedthat they had indeed seen a vision of angelswho announced that he was alive.Then some of those with us went to the tomband found things just as the women had described,but him they did not see."And he said to them, "Oh, how foolish you are!How slow of heart to believe all that the prophets spoke!Was it not necessary that the Christ should suffer these thingsand enter into his glory?"Then beginning with Moses and all the prophets,he interpreted to them what referred to himin all the Scriptures.As they approached the village to which they were going,he gave the impression that he was going on farther.But they urged him, "Stay with us,for it is nearly evening and the day is almost over."So he went in to stay with them.And it happened that, while he was with them at table,he took bread, said the blessing,broke it, and gave it to them.With that their eyes were opened and they recognized him,but he vanished from their sight.Then they said to each other,"Were not our hearts burning within uswhile he spoke to us on the way and opened the Scriptures to us?"So they set out at once and returned to Jerusalemwhere they found gathered togetherthe eleven and those with them who were saying,"The Lord has truly been raised and has appeared to Simon!"Then the two recountedwhat had taken place on the wayand how he was made known to them in the breaking of bread.

On May 1st we will be "crowning" the Blessed Mother in our homes as a TGM community. HERE is the link with more info. HERE is the link to submit your photos. Submissions are due by the end of the day May 2nd to be included in our Rosary.HERE is the link to last year's Mary Crowning rosary if you need inspiration.As mentioned in today's reflection, here is Lauren's email address to send in your own personal "Mary Stories" for the chance to be featured on our social media pages during the month of May: [email protected] is a link to more information about the 54 day novena as mentioned by Lauren in today's reflection.Music:Salve Regina - Keys of PeaceCanticle of Zechariah - ILP Chorus

This is one of two selections for Concert Friday today. Check your feed and see the other one titled, Concert Friday- QUIETUpbeat:  "Hallelujah Challenge Praise Medley by Nathaniel BasseyQuiet: "The Armed Man-A Mass for Peace" by Sir Karl Jenkins

This is one of two selections for Concert Friday today. Check your feed and see the other one titled, Concert Friday- UPBEATUpbeat:  "Hallelujah Challenge Praise Medley by Nathaniel BasseyQuiet: "The Armed Man-A Mass for Peace" by Sir Karl Jenkins

Faith and LoveSCRIPTUREJohn 3: 35-36MUSIC"Love Divine, All Loves Excelling"  (Glad) "Love Divine, All Loves Excelling"  (instrumental) [Book reference - "Men and Angels" by Mary Gordon]

 Proclaim the JoySCRIPTUREPsalm 32: 6-7MUSIC"O Happy Day"

MUSICSing Alleluia to the Lord by Church Choir

MUSICMass (Imagined) by PhoriaAlleluia, Sing to Jesus by Glory and Praise

Divine Mercy SundaySCRIPTUREJohn 20: 19 - 31MUSIC"Alleluia! Sing To Jesus"Divine Mercy -A. Ask for His MercyB. Be MercifulC. Completely Trust in Jesus

Here is the link to the website with the pray-along video and the pdf to follow along. 

Concert Friday"Sing Hallelujah To The Lord" - The Maranatha Singers"Because He Lives" - Matt Maher"Christ Is Risen" - Phil Wickham

Prayer of the Risen LordRisen Lord,I rejoice in you.You call me each day to be one with you in the work of the Kingdom.Let me awake tomorrow to be your hands, your heart, and your voice,serving your peopleand bringing light and life to the world.With your grace and in your name I pray. Amen.

Easter TuesdaySCRIPTUREJohn 20: 13 - 16MUSIC"Jesus Christ Is Risen Today""Alleluia Sing To Jesus""Easter Song" - GladNight Prayer:Prayer of the Risen LordRisen Lord,I rejoice in you.You call me each day to be one with you in the work of the Kingdom.Let me awake tomorrow to be your hands, your heart, and your voice,serving your peopleand bringing light and life to the world.With your grace and in your name I pray. Amen.

Easter MondaySCRIPTUREMatthew 28: 8-20MUSIC"Jesus Christ Is Risen Today""Behold The Lamb"Night Prayer:Prayer of the Risen LordRisen Lord,I rejoice in you.You call me each day to be one with you in the work of the Kingdom.Let me awake tomorrow to be your hands, your heart, and your voice,serving your peopleand bringing light and life to the world.With your grace and in your name I pray. Amen.

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Some further prayer links:CLICK HERE to hear Lauren share a bit more why Saturdays are given to the Blessed Mother in the ChurchCLICK HERE to pray a full rosary (20 minutes) with Fr. Ron, Fr. Michael and Sr. Ann in our Video Rosary Series, "A Walk in the Woods"GO TO OUR APP BLOG to pray our last day of Triduum Retreat with the 5 Wounds Devotion

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To go deeper in prayer during the 3 days of Triduum we hope you might join us for our Triduum Retreat. Click below for the information and link:thegodminute.org/retreator View/Download the PDF HERE

Holy WednesdaySCRIPTUREMatthew 26: 14 - 16MUSIC"Hear My Cry""Why" - Michael CardMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

Holy TuesdaySCRIPTUREJohn 13: 21 - 25MUSIC"Quiet Streets""Only This I Want"MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

Be sure and check our website home page or App blog for the outline of our TRIDUUM RETREAT starting this Thu, Fri and Sat....

Palm Sunday of the Lord's PassionSCRIPTURESMatthew chapter 21: verses 1-11Matthew chapter 26 verse 14 through Chapter 27 verse 66

A reflection on our Blessed Mother under her title Our Lady of Sorrows...The book referenced in today's podcast is Deliverance Prayers by Fr. Chad Ripperger and can be found here. Music:Oh Mother - The Vigil ProjectSong of Zechariah - Ed Jansen

Concert FridayMUSICJWLKRS Worship – “Silence” As I walk through the fireLet it purify meI know you’re with me thereThough fear and doubt may find meGod you hold the victoryAnd I know you’re with me thereI’ll walk proudly through the valley of the shadow of deathAnd I will fear no evilCause this is what you saidEven in the silenceJesus you’re workingAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilledI put it all back in your handsAnd find my confidenceIn you and you aloneSo who am I to fearWhen you are for meI will trust in you aloneI’ll walk proudly through the valley of the shadow of deathAnd I will fear no evilCause this is what you saidEven in the silenceJesus you’re workingAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilledEven in the darknessYou said you’re hereAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilledYou will never changeYour promise stays the sameI know my help is on the wayI believe it I believe itYou will never changeYour promise stays the sameI know my help is on the wayI believe it I believe itYou will never changeYour promise stays the sameI know my help is on the wayI believe itI believe that you will never changeYour promise stays the sameI know my help is on the wayI believe it I believe itEven in the silenceJesus you’re workingAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilledEven in the darknessYou said you’re hereAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilledEven in the silenceJesus you’re workingAnd I believe it stillI believe it stillSo let your promise be fulfilled 

* The analogy of wax and clay that Lauren uses is from the Podcast, "The Bible in a Year" by Fr. Mike Schmitz.INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.

ConsolationSCRIPTUREIsaiah 49: 13MUSIC"Mother of God, Here I Stand""Crystal Sky" - GjeiloMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  AmenVideo link for FEARhttps://youtu.be/RNuJ5dNmlE0

INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.n

Looking WithinSCRIPTUREJohn 8: 4-7MUSIC"More Love, More Power"MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

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The Feast of the Annunciation AND of Mary, Reconciler of People and NationsHere is the Marian Apparition Series Video on Mary, Reconciler of People and Nations as referenced in the episode.Here is a video about discerning private revelation as discussed in the episode.The book referenced in today's episode is The Life of Mary as Seen by the Mystics by Raphael Brown. This will be The God Minute Book Club's book for the month of May. Information about the TGM Book Club can be found here.MusicSalve Regina - Robin and Robert KochisOcean Song - Big Rice Piano

CONCERT FRIDAY!

John 3. 16SCRIPTUREJohn 3: 16MUSIC"Jesus, Remember Me"MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.

A Better PersonSCRIPTUREPsalm 51: 12 - 14MUSIC"Still" - Gjelio"Take My Life And Let It Be"

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4th Sunday of LentSCRIPTUREJohn 9: 6 - 9, 13 - 17, 34 - 38.MUSIC"Open My Eyes, Lord" (instrumental)

Seven Sorrows DevotionHere is the PDF of the words if you'd like to follow along.Here is the Marian Apparition Series video on Our Lady of Kibeho, Mother of the Word, as referenced in today's reflection.Here is the traditional, longer version of the devotion in pray-along video form.MusicMother Dearest, Mother Fairest - Robin & Robert KochisLose You - Jurrivh

Concert Fridaylove me anyway (featuring Chris Stapleton)By Pink, Allen Shamblin, and Tom DouglasEven if you see my scarsEven if I break your heartIf we're a million miles apartDo you think you'd walk away?If I get lost in all the noiseEven if I lose my voiceFlirt with all the other boysWhat would you say?Could you?Could you?Could you love me anyway?Is it for better or for worseOr am I just your good time girl?Can you still hold me when it hurtsOr would you walk away?Even if I scandalize youCut you down and criticize youTell a million lies about youWhat would you say?Could you?Could you?Could you?Could you love me anyway?Could you? (Aw, could you?)Could you? (Could you?)Could you?Could you love me anyway?Could you?Could you? (Could you still love me?)Could you? (Pick up the pieces of me?)Could you? (Could you still love me?)Could you love me anyway?Could you? (Ooh, could you still love me?)Could you? (Pick up the pieces of me?)Could you? (Could you still love me?)Could you love me anyway?Could you? (Could you catch me when I fall?)Could you? (And we rise above it all)Could you? (And hold me when it hurts)Like it's the end of the worldCould you?Could you?Could you?Could you? Lord of All Hopefulness (Traditional)

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Law and LoveSCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 17 - 18MUSIC"Distraction Days""Were You There"MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

ForgivenessSCRIPTUREMatthew 18: 21-22MUSIC"Loving and Forgiving" (instrumental)MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen 

Longing For GodSCRIPTUREPsalm 42: 2-3MUSIC"Hosea" (instrumental)MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

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Marian SaturdayHere is the pdf to the words of the Song of Zechariah as referenced in today's prayer.Here is the link to the All Soul's Day mass as referenced in today's prayer.MusicOn This Day O Beautiful Mother - SATB ChoirSpoken Word - MCM SoundsSong of Zechariah - Ed Jansen

Two songs to lead us in prayer today for Concert Friday.1. Come to the Quiet by John Michael Talbot2. Rise Up by Andra DayLyrics to Rise UpYou're broken down and tiredOf living life on a merry go roundAnd you can't find the fighterBut I see it in you so we gonna walk it outAnd move mountainsWe gonna walk it outAnd move mountainsAnd I'll rise upI'll rise like the dayI'll rise upI'll rise unafraidI'll rise upAnd I'll do it a thousand times againAnd I'll rise upHigh like the wavesI'll rise upIn spite of the acheI'll rise upAnd I'll do it a thousand times againFor youFor youFor youFor youWhen the silence isn't quietAnd it feels like it's getting hard to breatheAnd I know you feel like dyingBut I promise we'll take the world to its feetAnd move mountainsBring it to its feetAnd move mountainsAnd I'll rise upI'll rise like the dayI'll rise upI'll rise unafraidI'll rise upAnd I'll do it a thousand times againFor youFor youFor youFor youAll we need, all we need is hopeAnd for that we have each otherAnd for that we have each otherAnd we will riseWe will riseWe'll rise, oh, ohWe'll riseI'll rise upRise like the dayI'll rise upIn spite of the acheI will rise a thousand times againAnd we'll rise upHigh like the wavesWe'll rise upIn spite of the acheWe'll rise upAnd we'll do it a thousand times againFor you

VolcanosSCRIPTUREJeremiah 17: 5 - 6MUSIC"Quiet Streets" - Gjeilo

thegodminute.org/lentMusic:  Ola Gjeilo, "Syline"INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.

God's Confidence In UsSCRIPTUREIsaiah 1: 16-17MUSIC"Now We Remain" (instrumental)"The End of the Affair" - Nyman

thegodminute.org/lentINVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.

2nd Sunday of LentSCRIPTUREMatthew 17: 1 - 9MUSIC"Dwelling Place" - John Foley, S.J. (instrumental)

The Stations of the CrossThe reflections for each station come from Catholic Online. You can follow along using their PDF which can be found here.The pray-along video for The Stations can be found here. MUSICStabat Mater (English Version) Crying Alone - Jurrivh

Concert FridayBE THOU MY VISIONSong by Audrey AssadBe Thou my vision, O Lord of my heartNaught be all else to me, save that Thou artThou my best thought, by day or by nightWaking or sleeping, Thy presence my light Be Thou my wisdom, and Thou my true wordI ever with Thee and Thou with me, LordThou my great Father, and I Thy true sonThou in me dwelling and I with Thee one Riches I heed not, nor vain, empty praiseThou mine inheritance, now and alwaysThou and Thou only first in my heartHigh King of heaven, my treasure Thou artHigh King of heaven, my victory wonMay I reach heaven's joys, O bright heaven's sunHeart of my own heart, whatever befallStill be my vision, O ruler of all Heart of my own heart, whatever befallStill be my vision, O ruler of all In Christ AloneSong by Adrienne CampIn Christ alone my hope is foundHe is my light, my strength, my songThis cornerstone, this solid groundFirm through the fiercest drought and stormWhat heights of love, what depths of peaceWhen fears are stilled, when strivings ceaseMy comforter, my all in allHere in the love of Christ I stand In Christ alone who took on fleshFullness of God in helpless babeThis gift of love and righteousnessScorned by the ones He came to saveTill on that cross as Jesus diedThe wrath of God was satisfiedFor every sin on Him was laidHere in the death of Christ I liveThere in the ground His body layLight of the world by darkness slainThen bursting forth in glorious dayUp from the grave He rose againAnd as He stands in victorySin's curse has lost its grip on meFor I am His and He is mineBought with the precious blood of Christ No guilt in life, no fear in deathThis is the power of Christ in meFrom life's first cry to final breathJesus commands my destinyNo power of hell, no scheme of manCan ever pluck me from His handTill He returns or calls me homeHere in the power of Christ I'll stand 

thegodminute.org/almsINVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen.

Return to GodSCRIPTUREJoel 2: 12 - 13MUSIC"Polar - Gjeilo""How Great Thou Art"MARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen

INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen. 

Team SheepSCRIPTUREMatthew 25: 31 - 36MUSIC"Hands, Be Still""O Lord Hear My Prayer" - TaizeMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection,O Holy Mother of God;Beneath your compassion,Hear our petitions, and rescue usfrom all temptation.O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary.  Amen 

WATCH THE VIDEO to this reflectionFr. Ron explains our FASTING and ALMSGIVING practices during the season of Lent at The God Minute.See all our Lenten information at thegodminute.org/lent

Lenten RosaryThe video for this pray-along can be found here.MUSICStabat Mater - WindborneStabat Mater - ClassicalRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen."

"Love Is The Answer"... ♡ by Todd Rundgren Name your price, a ticket to paradise I can't stay here any more And I've looked high and low I've been from shore to shore to shore If there's a short cut, I'd have found it But there's no easy way around it Light of the world, shine on me Love is the answer Shine on us all, set us free Love is the answer Who knows why someday we all must die We're all homeless boys and girls And we are never heard It's such a lonely, lonely, lonely, lonely world People turn their heads and walk on by Tell me, is it worth just another try Light of the world, shine on me Love is the answer Let it shine, shine on us all, set us free Love is the answer I know the answer is love Tell me, are we alive or just a dying planet What are the chances Ask the man In your heart for the answers And when you feel afraid (Love one another) When you've lost your way (Love one another) When you're all alone (Love one another) When you're far from home (Love one another) When you're down and out (Love one another) All your hope's run out (Love one another) When you need a friend (Love one another) When you're near the end, love We got to love, we got to love one another Light of the world, you got to shine Love will be a means, yeah, yeah, yeah Shine on us all Know that love can save the day Just give it just one more chance Love, love, love, love, ooh Lord, you just can't let it stop, Lord Love is the answer Love is the answer Love is the answer Love is the answer, yeah Got to live free to let love into your life...

SCRIPTUREDeuteronomy 30: 15-16MUSIC"Your Word" (instrumental)---INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYERWe fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen. 

CLICK HERE for a 9 minute God Minute Lent Overview Video from Fr. RonCLICK HERE to go to our Lenten webpage with all our prayers and an overview of Lent 2023 here at The God Minute.----INVOCATIONLeader :  We Adore You O Christ and we bless YouAll:  Because by Your holy Cross You have Redeemed the WorldMARY PRAYER We fly to your protection, O Holy Mother of God; Beneath your compassion, Hear our petitions, and rescue us from all temptation. O Glorious and Blessed Virgin Mary. Amen. 

Serving GodSCRIPTURESirach 2: 1-3MUSIC"Servant Song"  -D. McGargill

MUSICNew Dawn by Jay StockerSolitude by Waveform

7th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 15: 38-48MUSIC"Where There Is Love" (instrumental)