The God Minute

SCRIPTURE - Psalm 122:1-2 "I rejoiced when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD.’ And now our feet are standing within your gates, Jerusalem.” REFLECTION - Sr. Kathleen MUSIC - "On Jordan's Bank" from The Hymn Channel - "Gather Us In" by Marty Haugen  ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Share - Gather stuff from your closet(s) that are never worn and share them w...

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SCRIPTURE - Romans 14:17-19 "For the kingdom of God is not a matter of food and drink, but of righteousness, peace, and joy in the holy Spirit; whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by others. Let us then pursue what leads to peace and to building up one another.” REFLECTION - Justin ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Invite - Reach out to someone and invite them to somethin...

SCRIPTURE - Isaiah 55:12 "Yes, in joy you shall go forth, in peace you shall be brought home; Mountains and hills shall break out in song before you, all trees of the field shall clap their hands.” REFLECTION - Cheryl ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Hope - When negativity tempts you, name one blessing instead. Hope is not denial of hardship; it’s the courage to see grace hidden within it. MUSIC - Lo...

SCRIPTURE - Proverbs 3:1-2 "My son, do not forget my teaching, take to heart my commands; For many days, and years of life, and peace, will they bring you.” REFLECTION - Fr. Carl ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Pray - Pause in the middle of your day to say, “Thank You, Lord.” Gratitude turns ordinary moments into prayer. Download our GOD MOMENTS app to help. MUSIC - "O Come Divine Messiah"...

SCRIPTURE - John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give it to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.” REFLECTION - Sarah ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Offer - Offer a gift today — not just material, but personal: a listening ear, a few minutes of your time, or a gesture of compassion. Giving expands the soul. MUSIC -  NOTES - Click here...

SCRIPTURE - Luke 1: 28-30 "And coming to her, he said, ‘Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you.’ But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Then the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.’” REFLECTION - Gary ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Forgive - Bring to mind someone who has hurt you. Even if your heart...

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ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Shine - Let joy be visible. Smile at strangers, greet others warmly, and carry yourself with the peace that comes from knowing you are loved by God. MUSIC - Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord from Godspell - Prepare the Way by Steph Macleod NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I surrender my life.  Pour out Your Spirit upon me  that I may lo...

SCRIPTURE - John 4:13-14 "Jesus answered and said to her, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again; but whoever drinks the water I shall give will never thirst; the water I shall give will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” REFLECTION - Jen ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Trust - When anxiety stirs, close your eyes and breathe deeply. Whisper, “Jesus, I trust i...

SCRIPTURE  - Isaiah 40:31 "They that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles’ wings; They will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.” REFLECTION  - Fr. Jason ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY  - Bless - Speak a word of encouragement or gratitude to every person you encounter. Let your words be a small echo of God’s own blessing upon them. MUSIC  -  NOTES  - PRAYER...

SCRIPTURE - Psalm 62:6-7 "My soul, be at rest in God alone, from whom comes my hope. God alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not fall." REFLECTION - Sr. Carol ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Serve - Do one quiet act of kindness for someone today — hold a door, make a call, write a note — and do it without seeking recognition. Hidden love is powerful love. MUSIC - "My So...

SCRIPTURE - 1 Peter 1:3-4 "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who in his great mercy gave us a new birth to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you” REFLECTION - Jeff ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Listen - Begin this morning with five minutes of complete silenc...

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SCRIPTURE - Psalm 119:105 "Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." REFLECTION - Peggy MUSIC - "Impending Death of the Virgin Spirit" by Will Ackerman - "You Speak" by Audrey Assad - "Thy Word" by Amy Grant NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I surrender my life.  Pour out Your Spirit upon me  that I may love...

CLICK HERE for Fr. Jim's reflection REFLECTION - Fr. Jim MUSIC -  NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO 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.

SCRIPTURE - Proverbs 9:10 "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." REFLECTION - Sr. Kara MUSIC - "Stay in the Dark" by Paul Tony Lambert - "Blessed the People" Psalm 33 by Jeremy Mayfield - "How Great Thou Art" by bHp Music NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I sur...

SCRIPTURE - Psalm 6:2 "Have mercy on me, Lord, because I’m frail. Heal me, Lord, because my bones are shaking in terror!” REFLECTION - Gerry MUSIC - Holy, Holy, Holy NOTES - Click HERE to read Mary Ellyn's blog article. PRAYER OF LETTING GO 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 faithfu...

SCRIPTURE - James 5:16 "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." REFLECTION - Sr. M Karolyn MUSIC - "Crown Him With Many Crowns" by Jonathan Anderson - "Lift High the Cross" by The O'Neill Brothers NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God...

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SCRIPTURE - Revelation 11:19 "Then the temple of God was opened in heaven, and the ark of his covenant was seen in the temple." REFLECTION - Lauren MUSIC - "Come Holy Ghost" by The O'Neill Brothers  - "Mother Dear, O Pray for Me" by Coro Paulus - "Ave Maria" by Vince Ambrosetti NOTES - Click HERE for the post about Our Lady of La Vang PRAYER OF LETTING...

SCRIPTURE - Isaiah 42:6 "I, the Lord, have called you to demonstrate my righteousness.  I will take you by the hand and guard you." REFLECTION - Sr. Charlene MUSIC - "Be Thou My Vision" by David Im & Ethan Kim - "Lead Me, Lord" by Jay Dee NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I surrender my life.  Pour out Your Spirit upon me  th...

C LICK HERE FOR GOD MOMENTS APP SCRIPTURE - Luke 17:2 "It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone around his neck than for him to cause one of these little ones to sin." REFLECTION - Mary Ellyn MUSIC - Mother of God, Here I Stand by Tavener - Good Morning by Alexi Surovykh PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I surrender my life.  Po...

SCRIPTURE - Revelation 21:4 "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." REFLECTION - Javier MUSIC - Ubi Caritas by Taize - Safe and Sound by Jay Stocker  NOTES - PRAYER OF LETTING GO To You do I belong, O God,  into Your hands I surrender my life.  Pour out Your Spirit upon me  that I m...

SCRIPTURE - Ephesians 6:13 "Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand." REFLECTION - Sr. Kathleen MUSIC - "Aurora" by Gjeilo - "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" by Tiffany Cardenas Zuniga NOTES - Click HERE for the article about St. Elizabeth of Hungary PR...