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Visio Divina: The Annunciation by Henry Ossawa Tanner
We invite you to do the practice of Visio Divine. This is an ancient practice of looking contemplatively at an object, photograph or work of art and allowing God to speak to us or reveal something through it. It is, in essence, a bodily prayer lead by our eyes. Sometimes, the visual is combined with…
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Carrying Christ
Mary found tremendous favor in the Lord’s eyes. Invited to carry Jesus into creation. The call to follow Christ is likewise a call to carry Him, and his kingdom within ourselves, and our world.
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Benedictus – Luke 1:68-79
Blessed is the Lord, the God of Israel, who has come to set His people free. He has raised up for us a mighty savior, from the house of His servant David.
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Proclaiming the Christ
The life and words of John the Baptist proclaimed the coming of the Christ. Proclaimed the Kingdom of Heaven. He was sustained by the deep and expansive love of God – through the Holy Spirit. May the Spirit sustain us.
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The Cries of a Broken Person – Translating Psalm 88
There are many lament psalms within the Psalter. Yet, there is only one lament psalm without a positive resolution. This is that psalm. It is a complex weaving of expressions between the brokenness of their life amidst the quiet distance of God. Every word written/spoken here an act of faith, and trust in their Lord…
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An Invitation to Praise God – Translating Psalm 95
Let us sing praise. Let us respond to the invitation before us. Let us choose to Praise God with our voices, and let our hearts respond to Him who saves us. This wonderful psalm has one of the most prominent positions within the Divine Office. It is the introductory psalm which is prayed each day…
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On Stepping into Greater Presence
To be present is a gift. Presence is simple. Yet to truly be present requires all of oneself, and the discovers of deep inner work.
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Great Works of the Lord – Translating Psalm 111
Praise the Lord who is active, present, concerned about His people, and doing justice. This psalm focuses on the many works that the Lord has done, and the overarching sense of His care. The core of praise is wrapped up within an address of the first audience. Those who are upright and embody all the…
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Protected by the Shelter of the Most High – Translating Psalm 91
There is a deep love and appreciation for the Lord in this psalm. That seemingly against the odds they have survived an ordeal and are praising God for their protection throughout. It is not possible for us to know the circumstances of this protection, but the psalmist exhorts us to follow their example in putting…
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A Night Prayer in the Sanctuary – Translating Psalm 134
Bless those who pray throughout the depths of the night! This psalm is only three verses long. When we come across shorter passages, it can be tempting to read them quickly and move on. The psalmist turns their attention to those who serve and pray to the Lord. These words rest on a foundation of…
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God the Savior – Translating Ephesians 1:3-10
From before history until the end of time, God is bringing all things together in Christ. This is the hopeful message the Apostle Paul is reminding the Ephesians. That God, who lives and has his being on beyond our experience of time has redeemed us. God has made his mysterious will known to us in…
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His Mercy Endures Forever – Translating Psalm 136
This psalm is known as the Passover Hymn. It was a part of various temple and Passover traditions since the first temple period. There is a sweeping arch of praise being given to God. Praise for who God is, his work of creation, his role in delivering his people Israel out of Egypt, and bringing…
