SCRIPTURE
- Nehemiah 8:10

"He continued: ‘Go, eat rich foods and drink sweet drinks, and allot portions to those who had nothing prepared; for today is holy to our LORD. Do not be saddened this day, for rejoicing in the LORD is your strength!’”

REFLECTION
- Sr. Charlene

MUSIC
- "Joy to the World" Soft Piano Intrumental

ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY
-Yell - Tell the world today your love of God and the importance of your faith! Work it into conversations, drop a spiritual comment on your social feeds, Wear your cross or medal on the outside of your clothes today….

O ANTIPHON

-Latin: O Adonai, et dux domus Israël, qui Moyse in igne flammae rubi apparuisti, et ei in Sina legem dedisti: veni ad redimendum nos in brachio extento.

-English: O Adonai[Lord], and Leader of the house of Israel who appearedst in the Bush to Moses in a flame of fire, and gavest him the law in Sinai: Come and deliver us with an outstretched arm.

Today's O Antiphon was created by Neumes and Tunes. Translation and English setting based on Salisbury Antiphonary (Paris, 1519) by G. H. Palmer.

Original video: https://youtu.be/9ys-yfyKZPc?si=NsX7Sa5h564lN-SL

SCRIPTURE
- Luke 2:10-11

"The angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all  people. For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is Messiah and Lord.’”

REFLECTION
- Mary Ellyn

MUSIC
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ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY
- Clean - Not your room—your mind and spirit. Refrain from using any social media or phone apps (other than The God Minute, of course!) and give that attention to Jesus in the quiet. Just for today.

O ANTIPHON

- Latin: O Sapientia, quae ex ore Altissimi prodisti, attingens a fine usque ad finem, fortiter suaviter disponensque omnia: veni ad docendum nos viam prudentiae.

- English: O Holy Wisdom, you came forth from the mouth of the Most High, and  reaching from end to end, you order all things with gentle strength: come and teach us the way of prudence.

Performed by the monks of the Saint John's Abbey Schola

Video: https://youtu.be/oRPNRHQL17E?si=0Hlr_SfAUMikxk4M

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
- James 1:2-4

"Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. And let perseverance be perfect, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”

REFLECTION
- Javier

MUSIC
- "Creator of The Stars of Night" by Jim Keefe

- "Imagining" by Brian Crain

ADVENT WORD OF THE DAY
- Embrace - Make someone’s day by giving them a hug—telling them they’re special to you (for no reason at all)

NOTES
- Click HERE for Fr. Jason's blog about the O Antiphons

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 with those in need by dropping them off at the Society of SVDP Thrift Shop or Goodwill.

NOTES
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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.

CLICK HERE to go to video where Fr. Ron breaks open the scripture for us this 3rd Week of Advent

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 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 Collective

NOTES
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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
- 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 How a Rose Er Blooming by Narada Christmas

- God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Narada Christmas

NOTES
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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 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" by Greg Capozzi

- "Whatsoever You Do" by C. Venus

NOTES

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 to read "Our Lady of Guadalupe: Mother of the Americas" on the TGM blog.

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
- 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 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 Group

NOTES
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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.