Ruminate This

Day 7 moves us into chapter 3 of the Gospel According to Mark. A variety of things take place in this passage. As you listen to the text over and over, pay attention if the same message resonates with you through each reading, or if you hear something new, a different question or call, each time you hear it.

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We kick off week two with a shorter reading. Since it is shorter, take a couple extra minutes after the podcast to sit and reflect on the text.

If possible, find a space free of interruptions. Some place you can be fully present and open to God speaking through these words of scripture.

"The sabbath was made for humankind, not humankind for the sabbath." What does that mean for you, today?

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Rev. Phil Dieke wraps up our first week of divine readings. Check back on Monday when we will begin week 2, by continuing in Mark 2.

As you prepare for today's reading, find a space where you can be comfortable in your body, and present to your surroundings. May God move through the reading of these words.

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Rev. Elizabeth Moseley leads us through day 4's reading. Find a comfortable place to center yourself for today's divine reading. As always, if you're driving, safety first.

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Tim Clifford leads us through day 3's reading from the Gospel According to Mark.

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Find a comfortable place to experience today's scripture, but if you're driving, safety first!

Jenny Misslin leads us through day 2 of the companion podcast to the scripture reading plan at Highland Park United Methodist Church.

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Happy, holy reading!

Day 1 of the companion podcast to the HPUMC Bible reading plan.

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September 9, 2019 Highland Park United Methodist Church will begin a church wide Bible reading plan of the Gospel of Mark. Monday through Friday, you are invited to read a portion of Mark, and this podcast offers you the opportunity to enter into a "divine reading" of the text.

Lectio Divina is a spiritual discipline, or spiritual practice, of divine reading. It is an opportunity to hear the text multiple times, allowing you to engage the text not only with your mind, but with the fullness of your being. You hear it, you hear it again, and all the while your ruminate on it.

Today's episode is an introduction to the series. We talk about why we chose lectio divina, why we chose the title "Ruminate This," and why we believe this will be a beneficial spiritual practice for you.

Blessings to you as you journey this spiritual practice.