The God Minute

Antiphon: "O Lord, You have been our Refuge." Scripture:  Psalm 24 Lamentations 3:22-23 Reflection: Lauren Music: Hail Holy Queen (Instrumental) Be Thou My Vision (Instrumental) Canticle of Zechariah - Sr. Mary Gemma

Antiphon:  And for all their faults, I will grant forgiveness Scripture:   Psalm 108                      John 1:14 Reflector:  Sr. Carol Music:  "O Come, O Come, Emanuel"

ANTIPHON So softly spoken was the Word. SCRIPTURE Psalm 79 Psalm 12 REFLECTION Sister Kathleen MUSIC Joy to the World (Instrumental) Coventry Carol (Noel Nouvelet) (Instrumental) NOTES

Fr. James Marchionda, OP breaks open the readings for the Feast of the Holy Family, which celebrates Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, but which also calls all families to holiness. In the Gospel, Joseph and Mary move towards letting Jesus go, allowing him to be part of something larger than their own family, a practice we can all try in our own families.

ANTIPHON -All knees must bend, all hearts must bow REFLECTION -Gary MUSIC -Adeste Fidelis, sung by Celine Dion NOTES -Tuesday Conference by Fr. Jim Swift: CLICK HERE

Music:  A Child is Born                  Little Altar Boy                 Ave Maria All selection from Carpenter's Portrait Christmas Album

Antiphon:  Born a child, and yet a king Scripture:   Psalm 23                      Psalm 139 : 1-2 Reflector:  Sr. Charlene Music:   "Away in a Manger" acoustic instrumental                "Immaculate Mary" by Bekhit Fahim

It's just Fr. Ron and Fr. Jeff today-- but where are two (or three) are gathered....!

ANTIPHON Be born in us. SCRIPTURE Psalm 68 John 1:14 REFLECTION Jen MUSIC Silent Night (performed by Julia Cunningham) Away in a Manger (performed by Currier and Ives) NOTES

Antiphon:  "O come, divine Messiah"   Scripture:   Psalm 46                      Romans 12:10 Reflector:  Sr. Kara Music:  "Veni, Jesu, Amor Mi" by The Cathedral Singers                  "O Holy Night" by Perry Como

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Antiphon:   O Christ Redeemer, save us all Scripture:   Psalm 88                     Thessalonians 5:17-18 Reflector:  Fr. Jason Music:  Spiritus Dominus by WordHarmonic                Happiness Does Not Wait by Ólafur Arnalds MEMORARAE Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left una...

"Light of the World" by Lauren Daigle "O Holy Night" by Nat King Cole

ANTIPHON - Divine Power of God REFLECTION -Umberto MUSIC PRAYER To You, do I belong O God Into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You. NOTES

ANTIPHON - Keep us always mindful of Your presence REFLECTION - Sr. Charlene MUSIC -Joy to the World PRAYER To You, do I belong O God Into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You. NOTES

Antiphon:  Shine forth, and let thy light restore Scripture:   Psalm 3                      1 Corinthians 16: 13-14        Reflector:  Gerry Music:   All Creatures of Our God and King               God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

REFLECTION - Sr. Carol MUSIC - Imagining by Brian Crain - Handel's Messiah (For unto us a Child is Born) PRAYER To You, do I belong O God Into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You. NOTES Christmas Novena with the Daughters of Charity (link)  

Fr. Ron gives the reflection. CLICK HERE for video to this reflection thegodminute.org/advent Theme Song Suggestions: - You're the One that I Want - Grease Soundtrack - Boogie Wonderland - Earth Wind and Fire - Disco Inferno - The Trammps - Let Your Love Flow - Bellamy Brothers

ANTIPHON Turn our darkness into light. SCRIPTURE Psalm 106 Ephesians 1:3 REFLECTION Sister Karolyn MUSIC Christmas Instrumental Breath of Heaven by Amy Grant (Instrumental) MEMORARAE Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O...

"Mary, did you know?"    by Kathy Mattea "Go tell it on the mountain"   by Sandy Patti "Il est ne le divin enfant"  by Cris Williamson Refrain: Il est né le divin enfant, Jouez hautbois, résonnez musettes ! Il est né le divin enfant, Chantons tous son avènement ! Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous le promettaient les prophètes Depuis plus de quatre mille ans, Nous...

REFLECTION -Roxie MUSIC - O Beautiful Mother by Sunday Night Choir, Notre Dame - What Child is This (Open Source) PRAYER To You, do I belong O God Into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You. NOTES

ANTIPHON - Your Love and Your Strength REFLECTION - Fr. Jim Cormack MUSIC - Lo How a Rose Er Blooming by Narada Music PRAYER To You, do I belong O God Into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You. NOTES

Antiphon:  O prince of heavenly hosts Scripture:  Psalm 59                     Hebrews 6:19 Reflector:  Javier Music:   O Holy Night

ANTIPHON Born of Mary, ever blessed. SCRIPTURE Psalm 43 Genesis 22:18 REFLECTION Umberto MUSIC Oh Come Divine Messiah (Instrumental) Immaculate Mary (by Catholic Music Initiative) NOTES Today is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception

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