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

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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 thegodminute.lauren@gmail.com 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 thegodminute.lauren@gmail.com 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  (rbechtle@scny.org)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:  sonny.fortunato@gmail.com

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 thegodminute.lauren@gmail.comHere 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:  cpieber63@gmail.com

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 thegodminute@gmail.com

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:  stevecarron56@gmail.comMUSICSunrise 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

Fr. Michael Mulhearn is at mm@vpmc.netNahdjla is at rosabolly@yahoo.com

Sr. Carol reflects today

Join us today in welcoming Liz to our PRAYER LEADERSHIP TEAM. liz@thegodminute.org-----On 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"):thegodminute.lauren@gmail.comDue 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:  justin2299@att.net

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:jcormack@vincentian.orgTRINITY 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

Marian SaturdayArticle Referenced HEREMusic:Immaculate Mary 

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.

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: thegodminute.lauren@gmail.comHERE 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

CLICK HERE for video of this reflection

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)

Chaplet of Our Lady of ConsolationThe pdf for this pray-along can be found here: https://www.thegodminute.org/post/corona-of-our-lady-of-consolationMUSICSalve Regina RESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen."

Concert Friday"Into Your Hands" - Ray Repp"With All I Am" - HillsongInto your hands | R- Into your hands we commend our spirits O Lord Into your hands we commend our hearts For we must die to ourselves in loving you Into your hands we commend our love 1- O God, My God, Why have you gone from me Far from my prayers, far from my cry To you I call, but you never answer me You send no comfort and I don't know why 2- Our fathers trusted and delivered them To you they cry, and they escaped In you they trusted when darkness came their way And in your goodness you made them free With All I AmInto Your handsI commit again With all I am, for You, LordYou hold my worldIn the palm of Your handAnd I am Yours foreverJesus I believe in YouJesus I belong to YouYou're the reason that I liveThe reason that I singWith all I amI'll walk with YouWherever You goThrough tears and joyI'll trust in YouAnd I will liveIn all of Your waysAnd Your promises, foreverJesus I believe in YouJesus I belong to YouYou're the reason that I liveThe reason that I singJesus I believe in YouJesus I belong to YouYou're the reason that I liveThe reason that I singWith all I amWith all I am All I amI will worship 

Beloved of God SCRIPTUREEphesians 1: 17-18MUSIC"You Are Mine""Before Dawn" - Gjeillo

John 14: 23MUSICOlafur Arnalds, "Poland"

Faith and BeliefSCRIPTUREMark 8: 11-13MUSIC"Christ the Lord Is Risen Today""Before Dawn" - Gjeillo

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Feast of Our Lady of LourdesA meditation from St. Bernadette* & St. Maximillian Kolbe***The reflection from St. Bernadette's perspective is the author's creative take on what St. Bernadette may have said if "interviewed" about the apparitions, not actual words from St. Bernadette, herself.**The article of St. Maximillian's thoughts can be found here: https://usgraceforce.com/st-maximillian-kolbe-nine-day-preparation-for-total-consecration/60 Minutes about Lourdes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaG7mesmdH4&t=4sMUSICImmaculate Mary (Lourdes Hymn) by The Cathedral SingersCanticle of ZechariahRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."

Sung by Roberta Flack When you're weary Feeling small When tears are in your eyes I'll dry them all I'm on your side Oh, when times get rough And friends just can't be foundLike a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me downWhen you're down and out When you're on the street When evening falls so hard I will comfort you I'll take your part Oh, when darkness comes And pain is all aroundLike a bridge over troubled water I will lay me down Like a bridge over troubled water I will lay me downSail on silver girl Sail on by Your time has come to shine All your dreams are on their way See how they shine Oh, if you need a friend I'm sailing right behindLike a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind Like a bridge over troubled water I will ease your mind

In Your light we see Light...

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time"Breaking Open The Word"SCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 13 - 16MUSIC"We Are The Light Of The World" (instrumental)

"...Pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death."We are unpacking the Hail Mary prayer, and reflecting on one line at a time.MUSICHail Mary by Kristin KoenigAve Maria by VOCES8Canticle of ZechariahRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."

Concert FridayMUSIC"Refiner's Fire". -Brian Robert Doerksen"Light The Fire" - Bill Maxwell / SonicfloodRefiner's FirePurify my heartLet me be as goldAnd precious silverPurify my heartLet me be as goldPure goldRefiner's fireMy heart's one desireIs to be holySet apart for you LordI choose to be holySet apart for you my masterReady to do your willPurify my heartCleanse me from withinAnd make me holyPurify my heartCleanse me from my sinDeep withinRefiner's fireMy heart's one desireIs to be holySet apart for you LordI choose to be holySet apart for you my masterReady to do your willRefiner's fireMy heart's one desireIs to be holySet apart for you LordI choose to be holySet apart for you my masterReady to do your willAnd I am ready to do your willMake me ready to do your willLight The FireI stand to praise You,But I fall to my knees.My spirit is willing,But my flesh is so weak.Light the fire (echo)In my soul,(In my weary soul)Fan the flame, (echo)Make me whole.(Make my spirit whole)Lord, You know(Oh Lord You know)Just where I've been,(Where I've been)So light the fire in my heart again.I feel Your arms around me,As the power of Your healing begins.You breathe new life right through me,Like a mighty rushing wind.So light the fire in my heart again,Light the fire in my heart again,Light the fire in my heart again.

FaithfulnessFeast of the Presentation of JesusSCRIPTUREMalachi 3:1MUSIC"Softly and Tenderly""Lord of Glory"

MUSICAerial Boundaries by Michael Hedges

Choose FreelySCRIPTUREMatthew 8:17MUSIC"On Eagles Wings"

God's Goodness SCRIPTUREPsalm 31: 20MUSIC"Fairest Lord Jesus""Amazing Grace"

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"...Holy Mary, Mother of God..."We are unpacking the Hail Mary prayer, and reflecting on one line at a time.MUSICHail MaryAve Maria by Daniel KantorCanticle of ZechariahRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."If you'd like the pdf of the full outline, that can be accessed HERE.

Feel the LOVE and HAPPINESS!

Remain in the LightSCRIPTUREMark 4: 21-22MUSIC"Lead Me Lord" (instrumental)

ConversionThe Conversion of St. Paul the ApostleSCRIPTUREACTS 9: 3-6MUSIC"Introitus - Ad te levavi""Jesus, Lover of My Soul"

MUSICLight my Way by Jay Stocker

CLICK HERE for the poem Lauren referenced in her reflectionMUSICDocumentary by VerioDistant Memory by Philip Wesley

3rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTUREMatthew 4: 12 - 23MUSIC"Pescador de Hombres" (instrumental)

"...Blessed is the Fruit of your womb, Jesus..."We are unpacking the Hail Mary prayer, and reflecting on one line at a time.MUSICHail Mary, Gentle Woman by Julianne BuiAve Maria by Kings Return Music (Stairway Version)Canticle of ZechariahRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."If you'd like the pdf of the full outline, that can be accessed HERE.

Concert FridayMUSIC"I Write The Songs"  -  Bruce Johnston / Barry Manilow"Beautiful Noise" - Neil Diamond

Think someone else might enjoy hearing today's prayer? Forward it to them. Here is a quick video showing you how if you aren't sure...https://youtu.be/-2J4d06UBjoMUSICPath 19 by Max RichterValentina by Ambition

Glory BeSCRIPTUREEphesians 1: 17-18MUSIC"God of Wonders"

Fasting In LoveSCRIPTUREMARK 2: 18-19MUSIC"Come Thou Almighty King""Momentary"

2nd Sunday of Ordinary TimeClick HERE for video to this reflection3 Day Parish Mission for First Week of Lent?- fr.ron@thegodminute.org- parishmissions.org

"...Blessed are you among women..."We are unpacking the Hail Mary prayer, and reflecting on one line at a time.MUSICHail Mary, Gentle Woman by Robert and Robin KochisAve MariaCanticle of ZechariahRESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."If you'd like the pdf of the full outline, that can be accessed HERE.

NEW CREATION by Mac PowellI thought I knew what I was talking about When I testified of Your great love Well, I was a soul on fire, there was no doubt Bible believing, saved, and washed in the bloodBut it wasn't 'til I stumbled and made my mistakes That I could know in my soul how amazing was graceYou brought me blessings out of a tragedy You turned my old song into a symphony And with Your spirit living inside of me I'm a new creation I'm a new creationAnd now I know what You were talking about Went from my head into my heart When I was broken at the bottom, I found You're my Healer and Redeemer, Jesus, that's who You areYou brought me blessings out of a tragedy You turned my old song into a symphony And with Your spirit living inside of me I'm a new creation I'm a new creationOh, oh-oh, oh, oh Oh, oh-oh, oh, ohBut it wasn't 'til I stumbled and made my mistakes That I could know in my soul how amazing was graceYou brought me blessings out of a tragedy You turned my old song into a symphony And with Your spirit living inside of me I'm a new creation (oh, oh-oh, oh, oh)You brought me blessings out of a tragedy (You brought me blessings) You turned my old song into a symphony (I hear a symphony) And with Your spirit living inside of me I'm a new creation I'm a new creation (Oh, oh-oh, oh, oh) I'm a new creation (Oh, oh-oh, oh, oh) Oh, a new creationAnd with Your spirit living inside of me (oh, oh-oh, oh, oh) I'm a new creation (oh, oh-oh, oh, oh) I'm a new creationFOLLOW ME by John DenverIt's by far the hardest thing I've ever done, To be so in love with you and so alone.Follow me where I go, what I do, who I know Make it part of you to be a part of me. Follow me up and down, All the way and all around, Take my hand and say you'll follow me.It's long been on my mind, You know it's been a long, long time, I've tried to find the way that I can make you understand The way I feel about you, And just how much I need you To be there where I can talk to you When there's no one else around.Follow me where I go, what I do, who I know Make it part of you to be a part of me. Follow me up and down, All the way and all around, Take my hand and say you'll follow me.You see I'd like to share my life with you And show you things I've seen, Places that I'm going to Places where I've been To have you there beside me To never be alone And all the time that you're with me, We will be at homeFollow me where I go, what I do, who I know Make it part of you to be a part of me. Follow me up and down, 

The OrdinarySCRIPTUREHebrews 3: 12-14MUSIC"We Are The Light of the World"

PrioritiesAs we begin this new year, what are your priorities to live a better life more consistent  with the gospel.SCRIPTUREMark 1:35MUSIC"Be Not Afraid""You Are Near"

MUSICHaunts I by HauntsOn One Knee by William Ackerman

Today officially ends the Christmas Season in the Church.

EpiphanySCRIPTUREMatthew 2: 1-12MUSIC"All Are Welcome"  Marty HaugenLet us build a houseWhere love can dwellAnd all can safely liveA place whereSaints and children tellHow hearts learn to forgiveBuilt of hopes and dreams and visionsRock of faith and vault of graceHere the love of Christ shall end divisionsAll are welcome, all are welcomeAll are welcome in this placeLet us build a house where prophets speakAnd words are strong and trueWhere all God's children dare to seekTo dream God's reign anewHere the cross shall stand as witnessAnd a symbol of God's graceHere as one we claim the faith of JesusAll are welcome, all are welcomeAll are welcome in this placeLet us build a house where love is foundIn water, wine and wheatA banquet hall on holy groundWhere peace and justice meetHere the love of God, through JesusIs revealed in time and spaceAs we share in Christ the feast that frees usAll are welcome, all are welcomeAll are welcome in this place

"Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you..."Beginning today and for the next 4 weeks, we will be unpacking the Hail Mary prayer, and reflecting on one line at a time.MUSICHail Mary, Gentle Woman by Carey LandryAve MariaCanticle of Zechariah SCRIPTURELuke 1:26-28RESPONSES"Lord, make haste to help me.""As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen.""May Your Mother intercede for us, Lord.""Oh Sacred Virgin, hear the song of my praise."If you'd like the pdf of the full outline, that can be accessed HERE.

Concert FridayMUSIC"Another Year Has Gone By" - (performed by Celine Dion)So many 25th's of DecemberJust as many 4th of July'sAnd we're still holding it togetherIt only comes down to you and II know that you can still rememberThings we said right from the startWhen we said that this could be specialI'm keeping those words deep down in my heartAnother year has gone byAnd I'm still the one by your sideAfter everything that's gone byThere's still no one saying goodbyeThough another year has gone byI never been much for occasionsBut you never let a birthday go byWithout announcing how much you love meBut the truth was always there rightThere in your eyesAnd we're still holding hands when we're walkingActing like we've only just metBut, how could that be, when there's so much historyI guess that's how true lovers can getAnother year has gone byAnd I'm still the one by your sideAfter everything that's gone byThere's still no one saying goodbyeThough another year has gone byAnother year has gone byAnd I'm still the one by your sideAfter everything that's gone byThere's still no one saying goodbyeThough another year has gone bySongwriters: Bryan Adams / Eliot Kennedy

MUSICBe Still My Soul by David NevueIl Est Ne by Narada Christmas

Link to Opening Song videoMystical Christian Chant In the Dark Night by Patrick LenkOldurot by Olafur Arnalds

Child of GodToday's prayer we dedicate to the memory of and the repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVISCRIPTURE1John 3: 1-2MUSIC"Children, Run Joyfully" - Bob Dufford, S.J.

New BeginningsSCRIPTURE1 John 2: 28MUSIC"Beginning Today" - The Dameans

Fr. Ron, the director of The God Minute, shares on the gospel today and gives a preview of exciting things being planned for 2023.Here is the VIDEO to this reflection (always the best!)Here is a LINK TO DONATE and support our ministry for which we are entirely dependent and grateful

Dec 31 - The Luminous MysteriesJesus' Baptism in the Jordan.The Wedding at Cana.The Proclamation of the Kingdom.The Transfiguration.The Institution of the Eucharist.

CONCERT FRIDAYJoan Osborne- "One of Us"LyricsIf God had a name what would it be? And would you call it to his face? If you were faced with Him in all His glory What would you ask if you had just one question?And yeah, yeah, God is great Yeah, yeah, God is good Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeahWhat if God was one of us? Just a slob like one of us Just a stranger on the bus Tryin' to make his way home?If God had a face what would it look like? And would you want to see If seeing meant that you would have to believe In things like heaven and in Jesus and the Saints And all the prophets?And yeah, yeah, God is great Yeah, yeah, God is good Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeahWhat if God was one of us? Just a slob like one of us Just a stranger on the bus Tryin' to make his way home?Just tryin' to make his way home Back up to heaven all alone Nobody callin' on the phone 'Cept for the Pope, maybe in RomeAnd yeah, yeah, God is great Yeah, yeah, God is good Yeah, yeah, yeah-yeah-yeahWhat if God was one of us? Just a slob like one of us Just a stranger on the bus Tryin' to make his way home?Just tryin' to make his way home Like a holy rolling stone? Back up to heaven all alone Just tryin' to make his way homeNobody callin' on the phone 'Cept for the Pope maybe in Rome 

FulfillmentSCRIPTURELuke 2: 28-32MUSIC"He Came Here For Me"  (The Carpenters)

Prayer referred to in Reflection:I, a faithless sinner, renew and ratify today in thy Heart, O Immaculate Mother, the vows of my Baptism; I renounce forever Satan, his pomps and works; and I give myself entirely to Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Wisdom, to carry my cross after Him all the days of my life, and to be more faithful to Him than I have ever been before.Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, in the presence of all the heavenly court, I choose thee this day for my Mother and Mistress. I deliver and consecrate to thee, and to thy Immaculate Heart, as thy child and slave of love, my body and soul, my goods, both interior and exterior, and even the value of all my good actions, past, present and future; leaving to thee the entire and full right of disposing of me, and all that belongs to me, without exception, according to thy good pleasure, for the greater glory of God, in time and in eternity.  Amen.

God's BelovedSCRIPTURE1John 1: 1-4MUSIC"Wake From Your Sleep"  (Dan Schutte)

Christmas(Breaking Open The Word)SCRIPTURELuke 2: 1 - 14MUSIC"Adeste Fideles" (O Come All Ye Faithful) - Celine Dion"Silent Night" (Acoustic guitar instrumental)"Joy To The World" (instrumental)"Welcome To Our World" - Chris RiceTears are falling, hearts are breakingHow we need to hear from GodYou've been promised, we've been waitingWelcome Holy Child [Repeat: x1]Hope that You don't mind our manger How I wish we could have knownBut long-awaited Holy StrangerMake Yourself at homePlease make Yourself at homeBring Your peace into our violenceBid our hungry souls be filledWord now breaking Heaven's silenceWelcome to our world [Repeat: x1]Fragile finger sent to heal us Tender brow prepared for thornTiny heart whose blood will save usUnto us is born [Repeat: x1]So wrap our injured flesh around YouBreathe our air and walk our sodRob our sins and make us holyPerfect Son of God [Repeat: x1]Welcome to our world

Adoration RoaryOpening:I adore You, Bread from Heaven. I adore You, Bread of Angels. I adore You, My Jesus, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Body and blood, soul and divinity of God made man, I adore you. Closing:My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love Thee! I ask pardon for those who do not believe, do not adore, do not hope and do not love Thee.Most Holy Trinity, I adore Thee! My God, my God, I love Thee in the Most Blessed Sacrament.Son of God, made man for me, I adore and I love thee. MUSIC"Adore" - Chris Tomlin 

Concert FridayMUSIC"Adeste Fideles" - (Instrumental)"Silent Night" - Bing Crosby"O Holy Night" - Perry Como"It's Christmas Time" - Diana RossIt's christmas timeAnd you will find his love is everywhereWhile shepherds watched their flocks by nightThe star shone all aroundJesus came to earthBorn of maryPrince of peace, emmanuelI love to tell the storyAnd now the king born in a manger is lord of my heartNow the king born in a manger is lord of my soulIt's christmas timeAnd you will find his love is everywhereThe wise men came to see his faceAnd glory shone aroundJesus came to earthBorn of maryPrince of peace, emmanuelI love to tell his storyAnd now the king born in a manger is lord of my heartNow the king born in a manger is lord of my heartOh yes, the king born in a mangerIs lord of my heartNow the king born in a mangerIs lord of my soulIt's christmas time

Meeting With JoyThe meeting of the expectant Mary & Elizabeth.SCRIPTURELuke 1: 39-45MUSIC"Some Children See Him"  (instrumental - George Winston)

Comfort and JoySCRIPTUREPsalm 71: 5-6MUSIC"Tomorrow Will Be My Dancing Day""God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"

See the VIDEO to this reflection---Examination Video CLICK HERE2 page PDF on Confession CLICK HEREPope Francis' Homily of Reconciliation CLICK HERE

The Glorious Mysteries The Resurrection of Jesus.The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven.The Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.The Assumption of Mary into Heaven.The Coronation of Our Lady in Heaven.

Concert FridayHe Is The Gift - by Shawna Edwards In every star we seeand all the songs we singOf shepherds on a hillside,of goodwill and peace.The lights on every treeand all the gifts we bringIn every part of Christmaswe'll see our King.For He is the lightthat shines from the star,He is the shepherdwatching over us all.And He is the peacethat wise men still seek.A Savior born that we might liveHe is the gift.Hope and joy and strengthHe offers all our days,Pure and perfect blessingsall wrapped in His grace.And when the lights come downthe moments disappearBut He who gives us everythingwill still be here.For He is the lightthat shines from the star,He is the shepherdwatching over us all.And He is the peacethat wise men still seek.A Savior born that we might liveHe is the gift.A Savior born that we might liveHe isthe gift.December Song - by Peter Hollens In DecemberWe give our giftsWishing well to our worldPeace on Earth toEveryoneA time to be joyfulwhen all is calmand all is brightBut whyDoes it change with seasons?And why can't we just hold on?to Silents NightsHoly NightsAnd Angels SingingLullabies andHeaven and NatureSinging Good Will To All... To AllThere are timesI can rememberwith family and friendsthe light of ChristmasradiatesIt lights up my memoriesthe magic of lovewe made time...But whyDoes it change with seasons?And why can't we just hold on?to Silent NightsHoly NightsAnd Angels SingingLullabies andHeaven and NatureSinging Good Will To All... To AllO Come Let Us Adore Him /x3Oh Night DivineAnd those Silent NightsHoly NightsAnd Angels SingingLullabys andHeaven and NatureSinging Good Will To All...To Alland those Silents NightsHoly NightsAnd Angels SingingLullabys andHeaven and NatureSinging Good Will To All... To Allto Silent NightsHoly NightsAnd Angels SingingLullabies andHeaven and NatureSinging Good Will To All... To All 

The RingSCRIPTUREIsaiah 54: 10MUSICGregson - SarabandeCarol of the Bells

Be sure and check out the quick video of a grade school in Florida singing  an Advent ditty to all of us at The God Minute. Check the Welcome Screen of the app for the link...MUSICO Come, O Come Emmanuel by Lynn Tredeau

Light and Life The Feast of Saint LucySCRIPTUREZephaniah 3: 11MUSIC"O Come O Come Emmanuel""Santa Lucia"

Our Lady of Guadalupe feast today!

3rd Sunday of Advent - Gaudete ("Rejoice") SundaySCRIPTUREMatthew 11: 2-11MUSIC"My Soul In Stillness Waits". (instrumental)

Our Lady of Loreto Today we commemorate the Feast of Our Lady of Loreto.MUSIC"Mary Did You Know" (instrumental)

Concert FridayMUSIC"Prepare The Way" - Charlie Hall & Passion"Make Room"  - (Casting Crowns feat. Matt Maher)Family hiding from the stormFound no place at the keeper's doorIt was for this a Child was bornTo save a world so cold and hollowThe sleeping town did not knowThat lying in a manger lowA Savior King who had no homeHas come to heal our sorrowsIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartFor God to write His storyShepherds counting sheep in the nightDo not fear the glory lightYou are precious in His sightGod has come to raise the lowlyIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartFor God to write His storyYou can come as you areBut it may set you apartWhen you make room in your heartAnd trade your dreams for His gloryMake room in your heartMake room in your heartMother holds the Promise tightEvery wrong will be made rightThe road is straight and the burden's lightFor in His hands He holds tomorrowIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartIs there room in your heartFor God to write His storyYou can come as you areBut it may set you apartWhen you make room in your heartAnd trade your dreams for His gloryMake room in your heartMake room in your heartMake room in your heartMake room in your heart

The great Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary

Come To MeSCRIPTUREMatthew 11: 28-30MUSIC"Come To Me" (Dan Schutte) - instrumental

If you're following our Best Advent Plan don't forget to snap a picture of your charity work this week and post it to our social media platforms. The hashtag is #tgmadvent2022

Gird Our MindsToday we are called to gird or ready our minds for the coming of Christ.  One way may be to act in charity and kindness towards those less fortunate.SCRIPTURE1Peter 1:13MUSIC"Hail Mary, Gentle Woman/Silent Night Medley""Waiting in Silence"

Watch the video to this reflection by CLICKING HEREOur theme from the readings today is clearly.... Be Reconciled.

The Joyful Mysteries of the RosaryThe Annunciation of the Angel Gabriel to Mary.The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth.The Birth of Jesus in Bethlehem of Judea.The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple.The Finding of Jesus in the Temple.

Our theme today for Concert Friday is ABUNDANCE. What is this abundant love that Jesus promises? What is this higher love that can move us into greatness and overcome our limitations? Two songs to lead us in prayer to that answer...I LIVED by One RepublicHope when you take that jump, you don't fear the fallHope when the water rises, you built a wallHope when the crowd screams out, it's screaming your nameHope if everybody runs, you choose to stayHope that you fall in love, and it hurts so badThe only way you can know is give it all you haveAnd I hope that you don't suffer but take the painHope when the moment comes, you'll say...I, I did it allI, I did it allI owned every second that this world could giveI saw so many places, the things that I didWith every broken bone, I swear I livedHope that you spend your days, but they all add upAnd when that sun goes down, hope you raise your cupOh, I wish that I could witness all your joy and all your painBut until my moment comes, I'll say...I, I did it allI, I did it allI owned every second that this world could giveI saw so many places, the things that I didWith every broken bone, I swear I livedHIGHER LOVE by Kygo and WhitneyBring me higher love, loveBring me higher loveThink about it, there must be a higher loveDown in the heart or hidden in the stars aboveWithout it, life is wasted timeLook inside your heart, and I'll look inside mineThings look so bad everywhereIn this whole world, what is fair?We walk the line and try to seeFalling behind in what could be, ohBring me a higher loveBring me a higher love, ohBring me a higher loveWhere's that higher love I keep thinking of?Bring me higher love, loveBring me higher love (oh)Bring me higher love, loveBring me a higher loveBring me higher love, loveBring me higher love (oh)Bring me higher love, loveBring me a higher loveWorlds are turning, and we're just hanging onFacing our fear, and standing out there aloneA yearning, yeah, and it's real to meThere must be someone who's feeling for meThings look so bad everywhereIn this whole world, what is fairWe walk the line and try to seeFalling behind in what could be, ohBring higher love (My love)Bring higher love, oh (Oh)Bring higher love (My love)Where's that higher love I keep thinking of?Bring me higher love, loveBring me higher love (Oh)Bring me higher love, loveBring me a higher loveBring me a higher love (Oh, bring me love)Bring me higher love, oh (We need a higher love)Bring me a higher love (Bring me, bring me, yeah)A higher love I keep thinking of, oh

Prepare The WayBe sure and check out our BEST ADVENT PLAN on our app and website  blog and follow us this journey as we prepare the way of the Lord...SCRIPTUREIsaiah 40: 3MUSIC"Prepare The Way"

Wednesday of the 1st Week of AdventDon't forget to join us in our BEST ADVENT plan for Spiritual Growth. All the info and short video explaining can be found HERE on our website.

Spirit Upon UsOur 4 weeks of Advent has begun. Be sure and check out our BEST ADVENT PLAN on our app and website  blog and follow us this journey as we prepare the way of the Lord...SCRIPTUREIsaiah 11:1-3MUSIC"On Jordan's Bank""He Has Anointed Me"

Our 4 weeks of Advent begins today. Be sure and check out our BEST ADVENT PLAN on our app and website  blog and follow us this journey as we prepare the way of the Lord...

First Sunday of AdventCheck out a short video from Fr. Ron explaining an overview of our BEST ADVENT Plan. The link was also shared via an email to everyone. Each week we will do one spiritual task to ready ourselves spiritually for the feast of Christmas!SCRIPTUREMatthew 24: 37-44MUSIC"O Come, O Come Emmanuel" (instrumental)"City of God" (instrumental)

The Sorrowful MysteriesThe Agony in the GardenThe Scourging at the PillarThe Crowning with ThornsThe Carrying of the CrossThe Crucifixion and Death

Concert FridayMUSIC"Thankful" - Josh Groban"This Christmas Love" - Justin Unger

ThanksgivingA time to give thanks!SCRIPTURE1Corinthians 1: 3-9MUSIC"Now Thank We All Our God""Our Blessings Cup""It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"

MUSICHand in Hand by Pianissimmo Brothers

Singing is praying twice. It's one of the reasons we honor St. Cecilia today- the patron saint of music.MUSICSing by the CarpentersAmazing Love by David Nevue

Giving My AllSometimes we think what we have to give is not enough.  Saints Anne and Joachim, the parent of Mary gave their daughter to the Lord.  Our Blessed Mother gave her whole life in service of God and her son.  The widow gave her whole livelihood for the temple offering.  What about you?SCRIPTURELuke 21:1-4MUSIC"Psalm 146: Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit" - Hurd"Magnificat" (Instrumental)

See the video to this reflection HERE 

The Flying NovenaThe beautiful prayer of the MEMORARE, asking for the intercession of our Blessed Mother, is a beautiful prayer that when prayed several times in a row is referred to as the Flying Novena.MUSICMemorare Prayer (sung by Donna Cori)

BOTH SIDES NOWJoni MitchellRows and flows of angel hairAnd ice cream castles in the airAnd feather canyons everywhereLooked at clouds that wayBut now they only block the sunThey rain and they snow on everyoneSo many things I would have doneBut clouds got in my wayI've looked at clouds from both sides nowFrom up and down and still somehowIt's cloud illusions I recallI really don't know clouds at allMoons and Junes and Ferris wheelsThe dizzy dancing way that you feelAs every fairy tale comes realI've looked at love that wayBut now it's just another showAnd you leave 'em laughing when you goAnd if you care, don't let them knowDon't give yourself awayI've looked at love from both sides nowFrom give and take and still somehowIt's love's illusions that I recallI really don't know loveReally don't know love at allTears and fears and feeling proudTo say, "I love you" right out loudDreams and schemes and circus crowdsI've looked at life that wayOh, but now old friends they're acting strangeAnd they shake their heads and they tell me that I've changedWell something's lost, but something's gainedIn living every dayI've looked at life from both sides nowFrom win and lose and still somehowIt's life's illusions I recallI really don't know life at allIt's life's illusions that I recallI really don't know lifeI really don't know life at all

Good GiftsEvery good gift comes from the Lord.  But sometimes the "gift" doesn't seem so "good."  How do we understand our generous God's giving?SCRIPTUREJames 1:17MUSIC"All Good Gifts"  (instrumental)

We have been chosen and planted to bear fruit in His name.JOHN 15: 16MUSICYou are Mine (Instrumental)We Contain Multitudes by Olafur Arnalds

Knock, Knock. In days gone by, as children we would often play those Knock, knock jokes.  Today we explore the "knock" of Jesus at our door and how we respond.SCRIPTURERevelation 3: 1-2MUSICPalestrinaDoll (instrumental)

JOHN 8: 12-14MUSICElysian FieldsEscaping Forever by Michael Vignola

33rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELUKE 21: 5 - 19MUSIC"City of God"  (instrumental)

Today we are offering the Glorious Mysteries of the rosary prayed by Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York. He is a friend of the Vincentians (the religious order to which Fr. Ron and Fr. Mulhearn belong) and is in the gorgeous St. Patrick Cathedral in New York.

Concert FridayToday's concert Friday is a nostalgic tribute to the music of Ekklesia, a music group from the Denver Metro area who gave the Church some beautiful music to sing at liturgy and use for meditation.  Enjoy!MUSIC"Bless The Lord""Steadfast My Heart""Into Your Hands""Let The Heavens Be Glad"

The KingdomThe Kingdom of God is more than a place...but rather a way of living, a way of being.  Our responsibility is to bring the Kingdom to others.SCRIPTURELuke 17:20-21MUSIC"Dream 13" - Richter

The Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (in Rome)MUSICCome Holy GhostEscaping Forever by Michael Vignola

JOHN 14: 23MUSICCome to the WaterChasing Stars by Moux

Increase Our FaithSCRIPTURELuke 17: 5-6MUSIC"Give Us Clean Hands" (instrumental)

2 Thessalonians 6: 1-5Watch the video to this reflection HERE

Holy Family DevotionYou are more than welcome to join in with us by following the pdf on our websiteMUSIC"Blessed Are Those - The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Jospeh"

IT'S ALRIGHT, IT'S OKAY by Shirley Caesar It's alright, it's okay Don't you let your troubles get in the way Just believe and have faith Know that He is with you every daySometimes, it's hard to say you're doing okay When you are trying to hide the pain on your face Times are getting harder You've prayed and you've prayed Just keep hoping (hoping), believing (believing) Hold on to your faithIt's alright and it's okay (It's alright and it's okay) Don't you let your troubles get in your way (Don't let your troubles) Just believe and have faith (Just believe and have faith) Know that He is with you every day (Know that Lord is with you, all of the way)There are times when you can't seem to find your way (find your way, find your way) The skies aren't talking, you can't feel night from day (night from day, night from day) Put a smile on your face Keep holding on (Keep holding on) Brighter days are coming and it won't be long (It's alright)It's alright and it's okay (It's alright, hey, it's okay) Don't you let your troubles get in the way (Don't you let your troubles, don't let it get in your way) Just believe and have faith (Just believe and have faith from mother) Know that He's with you every day (Know that Lord is with you every step of the way)It's alright and it's okay (It's alright, and it's okay) Don't you let your troubles get in the way (Oh, don't you let your troubles get in your way) Just believe and have faith (Oh babe, believe and have faith) Know that He is with you every day (Know that the Lord is with you)Aha, it's alright (Alright) It's alright (Alright) Alright (Alright) I know it'll (Alright) Put a smile on your face (Alright) Dry the tears from your eyes (Alright) Lord said, it's gonna be alright, alright, alright, alright (Alright) (Take it Anthony)I know it'll (Alright) Be alright (Alright) See, alright (Alright) Say alright (Alright) Put a smile on your face (Alright) (I'm smiling right now) Just believe (Alright) (Yes, I'm) Brighter days are coming (Alright) (Brighter days are gonna be alright) It's gonna be alright (Don't cry)It's alright and it's okay (It's alright and it's okay) (Alright and it's gonna be okay) Don't you let your troubles get in the way (Let your troubles get in the way) (Just don't let them) Just believe and have faith (Wanna believe and have faith) (And have faith, know that he is with you every day) Know that He is with you every day (Know that He is with you every step of the way)It's alright and it's okay (Yeah, it's alright, it's okay) (Don't you let your troubles) Don't you let your troubles get in the way (Don't let troubles get in your way) Just believe and have faith ('Cause you believe, have faith) (See, Know that He is with you every day) Know that He is with you every day (Every step of the way) WHENEVER GOD SHINES HIS LIGHT by Van Morrison Whenever God shines his light on me Opens up my eyes so I can see When I look up in the darkest night And I know everything's going to be alright In deep confusion, in great despair When I reach out for him he is there When I am lonely as I can be And I know that God shines his light on meReach out for him (reach out for him), he'll be there (he'll be there) With him your troubles (with him your troubles) you can share (you can share) If you live (if you live), the life you love (the life you&

He Loves You More Whoever may be lost or those who have strayed away from the Lord, He will seek them out and bring them home.  He loves them more than anyone.SCRIPTURELuke 15:3-6MUSIC"I Have Loved You"  - Joncas

Today we remember the our faithful departed and pray for them.Our All Souls Mass will begin at 12 noon CST in the United States. Check out App Welcome Screen and blog for the link. We will keep the Mass link available for you to pray at any time through the week....All you holy men and women, pray for us.- Our 2022 All Souls Mosaic is available. CLICK HERE- A 30 second animated All Souls Mosaic: CLICK HERE

All Saint's DaySCRIPTUREMatthew 5: 1-12MUSIC"For All The Saints""Psalm 89: Forever" - Rory CooneyLitany of the Saints - John Becker

All Hallow's Eve today. Coming up...All Saints, All Souls...MUSICSound of Spirit by Sacred TreasuresLighthouse by Pueblo Vista

31st Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 19:1-10MUSIC"Turn To Me"

The Luminous Mysteries of the RosaryJesus' Baptism in the Jordan.The Wedding at Cana.The Proclamation of the Kingdom.The Transfiguration.The Institution of the Eucharist.

Concert FridayMUSIC"These Alone Are Enough" (instrumental)"Be Not Afraid" - Bob Dufford, S.J."Peace Before Us"

EPHESIANS 6: 10-11MUSICHosea by David PhilipsAfterglow by SBC

MUSIC: Do we Wake by Dear Gravity----CATECHISM REFERENCE FROM REFLECTION:CCC 2214 The divine fatherhood is the source of human fatherhood;1 this is the foundation of the honor owed to parents. The respect of children, whether minors or adults, for their father and mother2 is nourished by the natural affection born of the bond uniting them. It is required by God’s commandment.3CCC 2215 Respect for parents (filial piety) derives from gratitude toward those who, by the gift of life, their love and their work, have brought their children into the world and enabled them to grow in stature, wisdom, and grace. “With all your heart honor your father, and do not forget the birth pangs of your mother. Remember that through your parents you were born; what can you give back to them that equals their gift to you?”4CCC 2216 Filial respect is shown by true docility and obedience. “My son, keep your father’s commandment, and forsake not your mother’s teaching. .. When you walk, they will lead you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk with you.”5 “A wise son hears his father’s instruction, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke.”6CCC 2217 As long as a child lives at home with his parents, the child should obey his parents in all that they ask of him when it is for his good or that of the family. “Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.”7 Children should also obey the reasonable directions of their teachers and all to whom their parents have entrusted them. But if a child is convinced in conscience that it would be morally wrong to obey a particular order, he must not do so.As they grow up, children should continue to respect their parents. They should anticipate their wishes, willingly seek their advice, and accept their just admonitions. Obedience toward parents ceases with the emancipation of the children; not so respect, which is always owed to them. This respect has its roots in the fear of God, one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit.CCC 2218 The fourth commandment reminds grown children of their responsibilities toward their parents. As much as they can, they must give them material and moral support in old age and in times of illness, loneliness, or distress. Jesus recalls this duty of gratitude.8For the Lord honored the father above the children, and he confirmed the right of the mother over her sons. Whoever honors his father atones for sins, and whoever glorifies his mother is like one who lays up treasure. Whoever honors his father will be gladdened by his own children, and when he prays he will be heard. Whoever glorifies his father will have long life, and whoever obeys the Lord will refresh his mother.9O son, help your father in his old age, and do not grieve him as long as he lives; even if he is lacking in understanding, show forbearance; in all your strength do not despise him. .. Whoever forsakes his father is like a blasphemer, and whoever angers his mother is cursed by the Lord.10CCC 2219 Filial respect promotes harmony in all of family life; it also concerns relationships between brothers and sisters. Respect toward parents fills the home with light and warmth. “Grandchildren are the crown of the aged.”11 “With all humility and meekness, with patience, [support] one another in charity.”12CCC 2220 For Christians a special gratitude is due to those from whom they have received the gift of faith, the grace of Baptism, and life in the Church. These may include parents, grandparents, other members of the family, pastors, catechists, and other teachers or friends. “I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you.”13

ComparisonsMaking comparisons comes naturally.  Today the Kingdom of God is compared to a mustard seed challenging our view of heaven.SCRIPTURELuke 13: 18 - 19MUSIC"You Are Mine"

Imitate the LordWhen we imitate the Lord we seek to be Kind, Compassionate and Forgiving.SCRIPTUREEphesians 4: 32 - 5: 1-2MUSIC"Psalm 103: The Lord Is Kind and Merciful""The Lord is Kind and Merciful" (instrumental)

Watch the video to this reflection HERE

The Glorious Mysteries of the RosaryThe Resurrection of Jesus.The Ascension of Jesus into Heaven.The Descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.The Assumption of Mary into Heaven.The Coronation of Our Lady in Heaven.

Two songs. Way different. But awesome messages for prayer (they will also wake you up)...Video to 1st SongVideo to 2nd Song

God Hears UsEvery moment of every day we are able to talk to the Lord.  He hears us.  He’s got us and all we need.SCRIPTUREEphesians 3:20-21MUSIC"Horizon”

Earthen VesselsSo many things are going on in our world.  See the treasures you have been given by God and serve Him and one another.SCRIPTURE2 Corinthians 4: 7-10MUSIC"Pange Lingua""Be Still and Know"

LUKE 10: 1-2MUSICPange LinguaTilliboyo

Luke 12: 13-15MUSICHow can I keep from Singing?

29th Sunday in Ordinary TimeBe persistent in prayer.SCRIPTURELuke 18: 1 - 8MUSIC"Magnificat (All That I Am)"

The Sorrowful Mysteries of the RosaryThe Sorrowful MysteriesThe Agony of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.The Scourging of Jesus at the Pillar.The Crowning of Jesus with Thorns.The Carrying of the Cross.The Crucifixion and Death of Jesus.

Concert FridayMUSIC"How Can I Keep From Singing" (instrumental)"He Set My Life To Music" (sung by CeCe Winans)

Ephesians 1: 3-4MUSICAntiphon - Lost in Meditation; Gregorian ChantsCalm Sea - Billy-Joe

Galatians 5: 18, 24-25What does a successful Broadway play and the promise of Jesus have in common? Justin will share...

The Word Is JesusThe "word" that is spoken of in scripture is Jesus.  We must "speak" the Lord in all we think, do and say.SCRIPTUREHebrews 4:12MUSIC"Jesus The Lord"

Be The SolutionIf you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem.  Be the solution.SCRIPTURE Luke 11:29-30MUSIC"Glimmer"

CLICK HERE to see the video to this reflection.In this digital age of needing a password for everything-- what if God demanded on to enter His gates?

This is a repeat of the first episode to our Rosary Video Series entitled, "The Men." We were hoping to have a new entry today ("Mother Earth"), but life interfered! In this episode we remember the men who were instrumental in the life of Mary around the time of the Incarnation. Enjoy.Video of this can be seen HERE on our YouTube channel

Today is Concert Friday where we allow music to lead us in prayer and spiritual insight. Today our theme is Enlightenment or... Union with God.Thank U by Alainas MorissetteLyricsHow 'bout getting off of these antibiotics?How 'bout stopping eating when I'm full up?How 'bout them transparent dangling carrots?How 'bout that ever elusive kudo?Thank you IndiaThank you terrorThank you disillusionmentThank you frailtyThank you consequenceThank you thank you silenceHow 'bout me not blaming you for everything?How 'bout me enjoying the moment for once?How 'bout how good it feels to finally forgive you?How 'bout grieving it all one at a time?Thank you IndiaThank you terrorThank you disillusionmentThank you frailtyThank you consequenceThank you thank you silenceThe moment I let go of it was the momentI got more than I could handleThe moment I jumped off of itWas the moment I touched downHow 'bout no longer being masochistic?How 'bout remembering your divinity?How 'bout unabashedly bawling your eyes out?How 'bout not equating death with stopping?Thank you IndiaThank you providenceThank you disillusionmentThank you nothingnessThank you clarityThank you, thank you silenceYeah, yeahOh, oh, oh

Listen To GodWhen we pray, do we listen to God's response?  Trust that God will answer your prayers in His way, according to His plan.SCRIPTURELuke 11: 9-10MUSIC"Sleepers, Awake"

Love of GodLet us anchor ourselves to God alone for when we love God we are united one to anotherSCRIPTUREEphesians 8: 14-19MUSIC"Kyrie""What A Friend We Have in Jesus" (whistle)"Full Moon"  - Einaudi

The great feast day of St. Francis is today.SCRIPTUREMatthew 11: 28-30MUSICPrayer of St. Francis by Sarah McLaughlinGood Girl by Ruth Barrett

The words we hear at every Mass: "Through Him, With Him, In Him". Sr. Karolyn has some thoughts...SCRIPTUREGalatians 1: 11-12MUSICLet There Be Peace on EarthTime Alone by Fesliyan Studios.com

27th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 17: 5 - 10MUSIC"Servant Song; What Do You Want of Me Lord"

The Joyful Mysteries of the RosaryJoyful MysteriesThe Annunciation of the Angel Gabriel to Mary.The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth.The Birth of Jesus in Bethlehem of Judea.The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple.The Finding of Jesus in the Temple.

Concert FridayAsking the Lord to always be in our life, in our heart and on our lips.  This is a day to let music lead us to the Lord.MUSIC"Psalm 34" - Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir

Today we celebrate the feast of the Archangels Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael- messengers of God. Many of you, too, who have become The God Minute angels by supporting us during Angel Week every year (1st week of November). A day of great thanks and praise, for sure!SCRIPTUREPsalm 138 v. 1 & 2MUSIC- Now Thank We All our God by Reawaken Hymns

Marguerite Naseau Her Sr Kara speak of Marguerite Naseau and her life and work as a part of the Vincentian family.MUSIC"Bless the Lord, Praise the Lord""Blest Be The Lord"

Today we celebrate the feast of our founder, St. Vincent De Paul! Saint Vincent de Paul, was a French Catholic priest who dedicated himself to serving the poor. In 1622, after working for some time in Paris among imprisoned galley slaves, he returned to be the superior of what is now known as the Congregation of the Mission, or the "Vincentians" (in France known as "Lazaristes"). These priests, with vows of poverty, chastity, obedience, and stability, were to devote themselves entirely to the people in smaller towns and villages. Vincent was zealous in conducting retreats for clergy at a time when there was great laxity, abuse, and ignorance among them. He was a pioneer in clerical training and was instrumental in establishing seminaries, and founder of the Congregation of the Mission and Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul.

God's RedirectionSometimes we are led in one direction in our life.  God may, at times, intervene and redirect us in a different direction.  Our task is to learn to recognize God's redirection of us.SCRIPTUREHebrew 10: 36MUSIC"Common Threads"

CLICK HERE to see the video version of this reflection.CLICK HERE to see the quick video tutorial on how to sign up for God Moments.

Mary, Undoer of Knots(See our App blog or website to follow along)MUSIC"Mother of Christ"

Concert Friday is the day during the week we change things up and let music take the lead in our prayer. Recognizing the power of music, we choose songs that either explicitly or subtly offer a message consistent with our faith and holy scripture.Today it is a song that answers the question-- How do I silence the voices of darkness in me that lead me to sin?

God's DwellingToday's reflection enables us to understand God's affection for us and how God makes his dwelling within us.SCRIPTUREJohn 14: 23MUSIC"Try To Remember"  (Josh Groban & Instrumental)

Every Wednesday of September we are sharing about a Vincentian saint for our Vincentian Spirit month. Today it is St. Louise De Marillac.

Goodness WithinWe must be aware of God's goodness within us and how to use that goodness not only for ourselves but for others.SCRIPTUREIsaiah 41:10MUSIC"Be Not Afraid"

Jesus died to give us permission to toss our past and look to a future in Him. So why do we so often hang on to the past and its burdens. Lauren has a solution...ROMANS 12: 11MUSICWatching over us by Jay Stocker

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time SCRIPTURELuke 16: 1 - 13MUSIC"Servant Song"

5th Luminous MysteryThe Institution of the EucharistHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen.MUSIC"O Salutaris Hostia"

Concert FridayMUSIC"Pie Jesu"In Paradisum"

SCRIPTUREMatthew 7: 1-2MUSICCome to the Quiet by John Michael TalbotStay in the Dark by Paul Tony Lambert

St John Gabriel Perboyre /  Exultation of the Holy CrossO my Divine Savior,Transform me into Yourself.May my hands be the hands of Jesus.Grant that every faculty of my bodyMay serve only to glorify You.Above all,Transform my soul and all its powersSo that my memory, will and affectionMay be the memory, will and affectionsOf Jesus. I pray YouTo destroy in me all that is not of You.Grant that I may live but in You, by You and for You,So that I may truly say, with Saint Paul,“I live – now not I – But Christ lives in me.MUSIC"Blessed Assurance"

God is always inviting us toward Himself--coaxing us out of the past into a future with Him.GENESIS 1: 8MUSICNow Thank We all our God Sun Prelude by Gjeilo

To Be At PeaceToday we are invited to reflect upon what it means to be at peace.SCRIPTUREPhilippians 4:6-7MUSIC"Peace Is Flowing Like A River"

24th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 15: 1 - 32MUSIC"Hosea"

4th Luminous MysteryThe Transfiguration of JesusHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen. 

Concert Fridays is where we let music lead us i prayer and turn our hearts to God...In the Arms of God by Tony Alonso

God Is My AllThe Nativity of the Blessed Virgin MarySCRIPTURERomans 8: 28MUSIC"Hopeful""Holy Is His Name" sung by Melissa Maricich"Lord Of All Hopefulness"

Wednesdays of September Spirit we use the reflection to open up the life of a particular saint or persons connected to the Vincentian spirit. Today, it is the worldwide group known as the Vincentian Family.MUSICSet the Course by Jay Stocker'Tis the Gift to Be Simple by Richard Irwin

Go DeeperToday the Lord invites us to go deeper in our prayer and in our relationship with Jesus.SCRIPTURELuke 6:27-28MUSIC"Kyrie""You Are My Hiding Place"

It's a song... It's a Motto... It's the base of Jesus' teachings--  "He Ain't Heavy, He's my Brother". Sr. Carol opens it up for us...GALATIANS 6: 2

23rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 14: 25 - 33MUSIC"Only In God" John Foley, S.J.

3rd Luminous MysteryThe Proclamation of the KingdomHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen.MUSIC"Making A Difference"

Concert FridayAn Inspired TributeMUSIC"Accentuate the Positive" - Perry Como"Just A Closer Walk With Thee - The Mills Brothers"Don't Take Your Love From Me" (instrumental)

Today begins our annual Vincentian Spirit Month where we work together to live our call as evangelizers in the Vincentian spirit. More on that later....ISAIAH 61:1MUSICLightness of Being by JoyspringEclipse by Ola Gjeilo

God Makes Us WorthyNone of us are worthy to receive God's grace, healing, love, etc.  God is so great that He makes us worthy to receive all that we need from Him.SCRIPTURE:Luke 4: 40-41MUSIC"Dona Nobis Pacem""Eclipse" - Gjeilo

Sr. Karolyn is our newest member of the God Minute team and offers our reflection today. You can read all about her on the TEAM menu from the app home page.

Glorify GodThe Passion of St John the BaptistMUSIC"Taste and See" Haugen"Dream" - Richter

There is NO VIDEO today for this reflection because of technical issues. Breaking Open the Word video will resume next Sunday.Luke 14: 7-14

2nd Luminous MysteryThe Wedding Feast at CanaHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death. Amen. MUSICPachelbel's Canon in D

VigilantWe must care for our brothers and sisters by being vigilant at all times, especially of their particular needs.

EncouragementThe blessings of God are many and His grace can encourage us to do His will.  Moreover, that encouragement can overflow from us to others.MUSICTantum ErgoEver Faithful

21st Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 13: 22-30

1st Luminous MysteryThe Baptism of the LordHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen. 

Concert FridayMUSIC"A Thousand Hallelujahs" - sung by Brooke Ligertwood

A New HeartThe generosity of God is without end.  He gives us all that we need.MUSICPsalm 16 -Lord Show Me the Path of Life"Peace I Leave With You"

Rest In GodSometimes we get so busy we forget to take the time to rest.  Sometimes the very best rest comes when we place our focus on God.MUSIC"Christ The Lord Is Risen""Before Dawn" - Gjeillo

Rich and PoorDo we focus on money when it comes to being rich or poor or do we focus on our blessings and our relationship with the Lord?MUSIC"How Can I Keep From Singing""Watch Over Us"

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary"Blessed Mother Mary, lead us to your Son."MUSIC"Ave Maria" by Gonoud "Psalm 132" by Chris Brunelle

20th Sunday of Ordinary Time.CLICK HERE to watch the video of this reflection on YouTube

Chaplet of the Ten Evangelical VirtuesWe can find the Ten Evangelical Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary recorded in the Gospels. There, she is presented as the Most Holy Virgin Mary — an evangelical model for the whole Church:Most Pure (Mt 1:18, 20, 23; Lk 1:27,34)Most Prudent (Lk 2:19, 51)Most Humble (Lk 1:48)Most Faithful (Lk 1:45; Jn 2:5)Most Devout (Lk 1:46-7; Acts 1:14)Most Obedient (Lk 1:38; 2:21-2, 27)Most Poor (Lk 2:7)Most Patient (Jn 19:25)Most Merciful (Lk 1:39, 56)Most Sorrowful (Lk 2:35)

2 Songs today. Here are the lyrics...SONG 1SPEAK LIFESome days life feels perfectOther days, it just ain't workin'The good, the bad, the right, the wrongAnd everything in betweenYo it's crazy, amazingWe can turn our heart through the words we sayMountains crumble with every syllableHope can live or dieSo speak life, speak lifeTo the deadest darkest nightSpeak life, speak lifeWhen the sun won't shine and you don't know whyLook into the eyes of the broken heartedWatch them come alive as soon as you speak hopeYou speak love, you speakYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohSome days the tongue gets twistedOther day my thoughts just fall apartI do, I don't, I will, I won'tIt's like I'm drowning in the deepWell, it's crazy to imagineWords from my lips as the arms of compassionMountains crumble with every syllableHope can live or dieSo speak life, speak lifeTo the deadest darkest nightSpeak life, speak lifeWhen the sun won't shine and you don't know whyLook into the eyes of the broken heartedWatch them come alive as soon as you speak hopeYou speak love, you speakYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohLift your head a little higherSpread the love like fireHope will fall like rainWhen you speak life with the words you sayRaise your thoughts a little higherUse your words to inspireJoy will fall like rain when you speak life with the things you sayLift your head a little higherSpread the love like fireHope will fall like rainWhen you speak life with the words you saySo speak life, speak lifeTo the deadest darkest nightSpeak life, speak lifeWhen the sun won't shine and you don't know whyLook into the eyes of the broken heartedWatch them come alive as soon as you speak hopeYou speak love, you speakYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohYou speak life, oh oh oh oh ohSome days life feels perfectSONG 2REACH OUT TO JESUSIs your burden heavy as you bear it all alone?Does the road you travel, harbor dangers yet unknown?Are you growin' weary in the struggle of it all?Jesus will help you with all his name you callHe's always there hearing every prayer, faithful and trueWalking by our side, in his love we hide all the day throughWhen you get discouraged just remember what to doReach out to Jesus, he's reaching out to youIs the life you're living filled with sorrow and despair?Does the future press you with its worry and its scare?Are you tired and jealous, have you almost your way?Jesus will help you, just talk to him today

NumbersHow many times do we seek forgiveness in our life?  Wouldn't it be great if we offered forgiveness to others as often as we seek it from the Lord?MUSIC"Holy Is The Lord"

MUSICLoves Divine All Loves Excelling

Child-like InnocenceGod calls us to be as innocent as a child in depending on Him.MUSIC"God Of Wonders"

Feast of St. Dominic today, the founder of the Dominican OrderMUSICSoar by Cristof Walters

19th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 12: 32 - 40MUSIC"Earthen Vessels" by John Foley, S.J.

This is another edition of our Rosary Video Series where we pray the full rosary with visuals in the background. Today, it is a walk through the Redwood Forests off the coast of California.Click HERE FOR THE VIDEO

Suscipe  (Receive)                 by St Ignatius of LoyolaTake, Lord, and receive all my liberty,my memory, my understanding,and my entire will,All I have and call my own.You have given all to me.To you, Lord, I return it.Everything is yours; do with it what you will.Give me only your love and your grace,that is enough for me.MUSIC"Take Lord, Receive" - John Foley, S.J.

Are we up to the task?MUSICBe Not AfraidHow Can I Keep From Singing?

The ScrapsSometimes we feel left out.  We can focus on the negative.  Or we can persevere in finding what we need and treasuring the gifts we've been given, even if they are the leftovers.MUSIC"Lord of Glory""Softly and Tenderly"

Putting God at the center of our most cherished loves.MUSICI'm yours by Jason MrazBenedictus by Jenkins

Greatest In The KingdomTodays reflection invites us to look at our giftedness and blessings that when properly used will get us to heaven.MUSIC"O God of Loveliness" - Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles

Watch the video to this reflection HERE--Luke 12: 13-Making interest on the treasure you have been given.

5th Joyful MysteryFinding of the Child Jesus in the TempleHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen.MUSICHail Mary: Gentle WomanHail, Holy Queen

Two songs, same artist. The Gaither Vocal BandLYRICS:THERE IS A RIVER and it flows from deep within There is a fountain and frees the soul from sin So, come to this water, there is a vast supply There is a river that never shall run dryNow there was the thirsty woman And she was drawing from a well Oh, her life was ruined and wasted And her soul was bound for hellOh, but then she met the Master And He told her about her sins And he said if you drink this water You'll never, never thirst again, oohThere is a river and it flows from deep within There is a fountain and it frees the soul from sin Oh, come to this water, there is a vast supply There is a river that never shall run dry. I THEN SHALL LIVE as one who's been forgiven. I'll walk with joy to know my debts are paid. I know my name is clear before my Father; I am His child and I am not afraid. So, greatly pardoned, I'll forgive my brother; The law of love I gladly will obey.I then shall live as one who's learned compassion. I've been so loved, that I'll risk loving too. I know how fear builds walls instead of bridges; I'll dare to see another's point of view. And when relationships demand commitment, Then I'll be there to care and follow through.Your Kingdom come around and through and in me; Your power and glory, let them shine through me. Your Hallowed Name, O may I bear with honor, And may Your living Kingdom come in me. The Bread of Life, O may I share with honor, And may You feed a hungry world through me.Amen, Amen, Amen

Giving AllSr Carol offers us a beautiful reflection on giving our all for and to the Lord.

Sts. Anne and JoachimToday the Church celebrates the grandparents of Jesus and the parents of Blessed Mother Mary.  They are an outstanding witness of love and fidelity.

17th Sunday in Ordinary TimeLuke 11: 1-13The disciples ask Jesus to teach them to pray.  Prayer is our conversation to deepen our relationship with the Lord.

4th Joyful MysteryThe Presentation of the Child Jesus in the TempleHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen.

Concert Friday"Sing Your Praise To The Lord""I Have Decided"

Guided by the WordThe Word of God is proclaimed and shared with us each day.  Can we allow ourselves to be guided by His Word?

Your heavenly Father sees you. Knows you. God has you. Always and forever.MUSICTantum ErgoCanyon Trilogy by R. Carlois Nakai

MUSICGentle Reflections by Reflective Chill Media Tracks

He's Your Sign No greater sign will be given us.  That's what the scriptures tell us.  Open your eyes to see the Lord actively encouraging you to do what you must to aid our world.

CLICK HERE for the video to this reflectionThe great story of Martha and Mary and the instruction on how to find the peace and presence of God in your life.

Our Lady of Mt Carmeland the devotion of the brown scapularO most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein that you are my Mother.O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succor me in this my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein that you are my Mother.O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us that have recourse to thee. (Repeat three times)Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands. (Repeat three times)Amen.

Concert Friday today!Ryan Ellis, "Gonna Be Alright"

Jesus always took time in His life to pause, and quiet his busy life so He could be in touch with His Father. 

Child-like FaithGod opens the eyes of the child-like to the gift of faith.

ListenThe voice of God is ever present.  All we have to do is listen.

It is the Feast day of St. Benedict today.MUSICLux Aeterna by Voces8

15th Sunday in Ordinary TimeSCRIPTURELuke 10:25 - 37MUSIC"Whatsoever You Do"

3rd Joyful MysteryThe NativityHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.  Amen.

Concert Friday"Where Is The Love" - Black Eyed Peas

Use Your GiftsAll of us have been gifts by God.  We must use those gifts in service of God and our brothers and sisters until the Lord returns in glory.

130 years ago a girl was born in Italy who, today, is a canonized saint in the Catholic church because of her courage and ultimate act of forgiveness. Lauren beautifully explains...MUSICReminiscence by Olafur Arnalds and Alice Sara Ott

MUSICJesus My Soul by David Nevue

Tell and Show His LoveHow often do we proclaim the love of God?  How often do we show that love?  Today is a reminder to love as Jesus did and to be more dependent on God for all we need!

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2nd Joyful Mystery The Visitation of Blessed Mary to ElizabethHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.Amen.

AWAKENING by Taylor TripodiAwake, my soul and singLike the dawn breaking over,Breathing new life inside of me Awake my heart to seeYour spirit flow,Lighting the fire inside these veins Awakening, I'm awakening Spirit breathe come alive in me Awakening, I'm awakening Your love it sings over everythingI'm Awakening Awake, my soul and singLike the dawn breaking over,Lighting the fire inside these veinsLike the dawn breaking over, turning the night into day You pursue every inch, every step that I takeChasing after me even when I've turned away

The heart of the Christian life is also the very reason Jesus gave His life for us-- for the Forgiveness of Sins....MUSICKyrie by Matt Maher

Who Is JesusFeast of Saints Peter and PaulJesus asks of his disciples and of us; "Who do people say that I am?" and "Who do YOU say that I am?" Questions that can only be answered through faith.

The StormsSometimes in our lives, we lose faith, especially in the times of brokenness, fear, doubt, those types of storms we believe we cannot weather.  

Fr. Mulhearn shares a simple, touching example of what it means to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ that comes to us from a Hollywood legend.MUSICPanis Angelicus and The Bells of St. Mary's by Pianissimo Brothers

13th Sunday in Ordinary TimeJesus calls us to follow Him as true disciples.

June 25 - Immaculate Heart of MaryToday in our Saturday God Minute, dedicated to our Blessed Mother, we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary with the consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

June 24 - Concert FridayToday, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.   A unique gift for us today is to hear the Benedictine Monks sing the Novena to the Sacred Heart.

June 23 - The Lord Is GraciousThe Nativity of St. John the Baptist

Its sometimes easy to get into a rut and stay there. To define ourselves and our beliefs and not grow or expand-- like Jesus was always doing. The tapestry of life is that we don't all think the same way....as Jesus Himself knew so well.MUSICVerses by Olafur Arnalds

A spiritual teaching of religions all over the world...MUSICSpiritus Domini by CHANTSoothe by ATMOS IV

Stop JudgingIt's difficult for us to not judge another person or event or just about anything in our life.  With the help of God, all things are possible.

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1st Joyful MysteryThe AnnunciationHail 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 now, and at the hour of our death.Amen.