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- JustinADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Invite - Reach out to someone and invite them to something good — to pray, to worship, or simply to share a meal. Faith grows stronger when it’s shared.MUSIC- "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" by The Piano Guys- "Let Us Break Break Together" by Music-Themes Group- "My Lighthouse" by Rend CollectiveNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo 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.
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December 11 - Peace in God's How
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- CherylADVENT 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 How a Rose Er Blooming by Narada Christmas- God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Narada ChristmasNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo 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.
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December 10 - True Peace
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. CarlADVENT 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" by Greg Capozzi- "Whatsoever You Do" by C. VenusNOTES
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December 9 - Peace in Christ's Arms
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- SarahADVENT 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 to read "Our Lady of Guadalupe: Mother of the Americas" on the TGM blog.PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo 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.
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December 8 - Our Mother Mary
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- GaryADVENT WORD OF THE DAY - Forgive - Bring to mind someone who has hurt you. Even if your heart isn’t ready, say quietly, “Lord, I release them to Your mercy.” Forgiveness begins with willingness.MUSIC- "People Look East" by by Nichlas Schaal- "Immaculate Mary" by The O'Neill Brothers GroupNOTES-PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo 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.
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