In this week's episode, we model what it looks like to pray Lectio Divina, which is a divine reading of Sacred Scripture. We begin by sharing the different ways we spend time in Sacred Scripture, how it has impacted our lives, and model how to pray Lectio Divina. We invite you to follow along and join us as we spend time reading and reflecting on John 15:5-8. Sacred Scripture is the voice of God and what He has said is alive forever and relevant to our lives in all situations. We encourage you to journey with us as we deepen our relationship with God through His word.

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Michelle’s One Thing - Praying for anyone affected by hurricane Helene Catholic Charities, Samaritan's Purse, Change Lives Now

Other Resources Mentioned:

Steps for Lectio Divina and The Art and Practice of Lectio Divina

Announcement:

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Journal Questions:

• When do I encounter the Scriptures throughout my day?
• Do I incorporate Lectio Divina into my prayer routine?
• What obstacles prevent me from entering into Lectio Divina?
• How can I begin to incorporate Lectio Divina more frequently into my prayer?

Discussion Questions:

• How have you been nourished by the Word of God?
• Have you struggled to hear the voice of God in the past?
• When do you hear the voice of God in this season of your life?
• What stuck out to you during the Lectio Divina within the episode?

Scripture for Lectio:

“I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit; because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire and burned. If you abide in me and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and become my disciples.” (John 15:5-8)

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Emmaus Road Publishing

01:09 - Intro

02:01 - Welcome

07:23 - Sacred Scripture in Our Lives

12:45 - How to Pray Lectio Divina

15:37 - First Reading

17:59 - Second Reading

19:23 - Third Reading

21:01 - Reflections

28:23 - One Things

32:06 - Announcement