8/31/10

Lectio - Lk 4.38-44

Meditatio: “At sunset, all who had people sick with various diseases, brought them to himi. He laid his hands on each of them and cured them.” Lk 4.40

Oratio: "O God, how wonderful and mighty are Your works!

I remember in Capernaum Jesus cured the many who were sick by simply laying his hands on them or rebuking the evil spirits that were in them.

Grant that I may always turn to You in my needs or the needs of those who are near and dear to me for Your Spirit continues to be present in a real and personal way in the sacraments we receive.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: May I always remember Jesus’ actions when I minister the sacrament of the sick and especially when I lay my hands on their foreheads and then anoint them with the Holy Oils and realize that in doing so I have the great privilege of making Jesus present to them to heal them, to strengthen them, to comfort them.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 5.1-11

8/30/10

Lectio - Lk 4.31-37

Meditatio: “They were amazed and said to one another, ‘What is this about his word/ For with authority he commands the unclean spirits and they come out’.” Lk 4.36

Oratio: "O God, Your word from the beginning and throughout the ages is all-powerful for when You spoke, the world came into being.

I remember Jesus said ‘Come out!’ and the demon left the man whom he possessed.

Grant that I may always have confidence in Your words that are found in sacred sripture.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my trust in the Word of God that has been proclaimed. If I am tentative about any of them, ask for God’ grace to pray, “Lord, I believe. Help my unbelief.” and that exercise will help me to to trust fully for that remedy is also found in sacred scripture..

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 4.38-44

8/29/10

Lectio - Lk 4.16-30

Meditatio: “He said to them, ‘Today, this scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing’.” Lk 4.21

Oratio: "O God, we are so obstinate at times; yet You are so patient with us.

I remember when Jesus proclaimed to the Nazarenes that He was the good news announced by the Prophet Isaiah, they wanted to kill Him as a blasphemer instead of rejoicing in the good news that was at hand by Your grace.

Grant that I may always have an open mind and heart to the good news of Scripture for it Your word..

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my attitudes especially where I am strong-willed to see if these areas are preventing me from being open to the Good News. If so, with God’s grace, resolve to change such attitudes.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 4.31-37

8/28/10

Lectio - Lk 14.1, 7-14

Meditatio: “Blessed indeed will you be because of their inability to repay you. For you will be repaid in the resurrection of the righteous.” Lk 14.14

Oratio: "O God, our culture’s ways are often not Your way.

I remember Jesus taught that we should invite to dinner the poor, the cripple, the lame, the blind because they could not return the invite - how different from our love of social networking.

Grant that I may always act in ways that are pleasing to You and not simply pleasing to those around me.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my life style to see to what extent I have bought into the ways of the times which are not God’s ways. To the extent I have, begin to purge them by asking WWJD and then do it until it becomes a good habit.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 4.16-30

8/27/10

Lectio - Mt 25.14-30

Meditatio: “To the one, he gave five talents; to another, two; and to a third, one; each according to his ability.” Mt 25.15

Oratio: "O God, You give all of us talents and You expect us to use them.

I remember Jesus told a parable about talents and that the one who did not use his, was put out of the kingdom.

Grant that I may use the talents You give me for Your greater honor and glory and for my eternal well-being.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will take an inventory of my talents and see if I am using all of them. If not, begin to use the buried ones not with fear but with the ability that I have and thus give praise and honor to generous and loving God.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 14.1, 7-14

8/25/10

Lectio - Mt 24.42-51

Meditatio: “Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.” Mt 24.42

Oratio: "O God, You want us but we must want You, too.

I remember Jesus warned us to stay awake for we do not know when You will come for us.

Grant that I will be vigilant not only for You but for the things You want of me.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on how much I want God and how attentive I am to what He wants and then love Him and others with my whole heart.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 25.1-13

8/26/10

Lectio - Mt 25.1-13

Meditatio: “While they went off to buy it, the bridegroom came and those who were ready went into the wedding feast with him. Then the door was locked.” Mt 15.10

Oratio: "O God, You want us to be ready to meet You when our lives are over.

I remember Jesus told a parable about ten bridesmaid and how five foolish ones were not adequately prepared to meet the bridegroom and they missed out on attending the wedding feast.

Grant that I may use the time You give me to respond to Your ways.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on how I am using my time and the capacity to love God and others as I should; or am I too self-centered. If the latter, seek the Holy Spirit’s help to be a source of gladness for God and others.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 25.14-30

8/24/10

Lectio - Mt 23.27-32

Meditatio: “Even so, on the outside you [Pharisees and Scribes] appear righteous, but inside you are filled with hypocrisy and evil doing.” Mt 23.28

Oratio: "O God, You want our entire being to be in right relationship with You.

I remember Jesus warned the Scribes and Pharisees that simply appearing to be good is no good in Your eyes.

Grant that I may be a person of integrity so that what people see is what I truly am before You.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect to see whether there are external aspects of me that do not reflect my interior dispostion and work on changing either externally or internally so that I will in fact be righteous in God’s eyes.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 24.42-51

8/23/10

Lectio - Jn 1.45-51

Meditatio: “But Nathaniel said to him, ‘Can anything good come out of Nazareth?’ Philip said to him in reply, ‘Come and see’.” Jn 1.46

Oratio: "O God, You want all to believe in You and You made it so easy.


I remember that Philip told Nathaniel to ‘Come and see’ Jesus; and he did and he believed for Jesus is the way to You.

Grant that I may readily invite others to “Come and see, Jesus’ so they may believe in You.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my life to see what I must do so that others will see in me Jesus’ Spirit and come to believe in God.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 23.27-32

8/22/10

Lectio - Mt 23.13-22

Meditatio: “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites, ‘You lock the kingdom of heaven before men. Yo do not enter yourselves nor do you allow entrance to those trying to enter’.” Mt 23.13

Oratio: "O God, You want us to be prudent in determining whom we will follow.

I remember Jesus warned the chosen people not to follow the scribes and the Pharisees, who where the official teachers of their day, because they were hypocrites and blind guides.

Grant that I may with confidence follow the Pope and the bishops in union with him for to these Jesus has given the teaching authority and the keys to the kingdom.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on the gift of the magisterium and offer a prayer in thanksgiving for such a blessing.

Tomorrow’s reading - Jn 1.45-51

8/21/10

Lectio - Lk 13.22-30

Meditatio: “After the master of the house has arisen and locked the door, then you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ He will say in reply, ‘ I do not know where you are from’.” Lk 13.22-30

Oratio: "O God, You want all to know You, love You and to be with You for all eternity.

I remember Jesus warned the chosen people they will hear the chilling words, ‘I do not know you’ and His Father will not open the doors of the kingdom for them since they did not respond to His invitation to live as His chosen people.

Grant that I may imitate Jesus who came to serve and not to be served and achieve the greatness You want for me.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on whether I presume that since I am God’s child through baptism, that I am automatically saved? If so, resolve to accept God’s invitation by living rightly as His child.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 23.13-22

8/20/10

Lectio - Mt 23.1-12

Meditatio: “The greatest among you must be your servant.” Mt 23.11

Oratio: "O God, You want all of us to aspire to greatness and You have made it so simple.

I remember Jesus proclaimed that the greatest is the servant - how contrary to human thinking!

Grant that I may imitate Jesus who came to serve and not to be served and achieve the greatness You want for me.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my life style to see if I am a true servant of others or do I also wish to be served? If the latter, resolve to work on purifying my role as servant for that is Christ’s way.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 13.22-30

8/18/10

Lectio - Mt 22.1-14

Meditatio: “He said to him, ‘My friend, how is it that you come in here without a wedding garment?’ But he was reduced to silence.” Mt 22. 12

Oratio: "O God, You have invited all to Your heavenly wedding kingdom as our glorious home -how generous of You!

I remember Jesus told the people that all are invited but one must change and repent to be admitted to the kingdom.

Grant that I may be ever grateful for the generous ways in which You deal with us.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my life to see if there is one or more areas where God is calling me to change. If so, with his grace to change.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 22.34-40

8/19/10

Lectio - Mt 22.34-40

Meditatio: “The second is like it. You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Mt 22. 39

Oratio: "O God, You made it simple and so clear to follow Your commandments.

I remember Jesus summed up the whole law and the prophets in one word - “love” -n You first, others second.

Grant that I may be always guided by “love” in all that I do so that I may be the child You want me to be.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my relationships - Do I seek their good for their sake or for what I get out of it? If the latter, take steps to purify my motives so that “Love” is my primary and guiding principle.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 23. 1-12

8/17/10

Lectio - Mt 20.1-16

Meditatio: “Am I not free to do as I wish with my money? Are you envious because I am generous?” Mt 20.15

Oratio: "O God, Your ways so surpass our ways in most wonderful ways.

I remember Jesus likened Your generosity to a landowner who gave the same wage to all the hired workers regardless of the time they worked for You know we all need the same reward - Your kingdom.

Grant that I may be ever grateful for the generous ways in which You deal with us.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on whether I am envious of others and be grateful to God for His generosity to me.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 22.1-14

8/16/10

Lectio - Mt 19.23-30

Meditatio: “When the disciples heard this, they were astonished, and said, ‘Who then can be saved’?” Mt 19.25

Oratio: "O God, eternal life is Your gift to us, we do not earn it, but You do require that we be open to receiving this gift.

I remember Jesus warned of the danger of riches as an obstacle to eternal life because we can become too attached to them and focus on them rather than on You the source of all riches.

Grant that I may be ever grateful for Your gift of the kingdom and do what You wish on this earth as my way of saying ‘Thank You’ for it.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my possessions and resolve to use my time, talent and treasure for the greater honor and glory of God..

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 20.1-16

8/15/10

Lectio - Mt 19.16-22

Meditatio: “When the young man heard this statement, he went away sad, for he had many possessions.” Mt 19.22

Oratio: "O God, the way to You is so simple - yet so hard.

I remember Jesus was approached by a young man who had kept all the commandments from his youth but would not give up his possessions - and he went away from You not realizing all You waned from him was his heart.

Grant that I may give You what You want from me for nothing compares with what You give in return.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my attitudes to see if my heart is directed to God or to worldly things. If the latter, to take steps and set aside the things which keep me from giving my whole heart to God.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 19.23-30

8/14/10

Lectio - Lk 1.39-56

Meditatio: “Mary remained with her [cousin, Elizabeth] about three months and then returned to her home.” Lk 1.56

Oratio: "O God, loving concern is the essence of who You are.

I remember Mary showed this for her cousin Elizabeth, helping her for three months during her difficult, old-age, pregnancy; and then at the end of Mary’s life You assumed her body with her soul into Your kingdom, her home forever.

Grant that I may imitate Mary and say ‘Yes’ to Your will in all things.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my daily routine and see if it reflects my doing it with loving concern for others; if not, with God’s grace, change so that it will.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 19.16-22

8/13/10

Lectio - Mt 19.13-15

Meditatio: “but Jesus said, ‘Let the children come to me , and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these’.” Mt 19.14

Oratio: "O God, all are precious in Your eyes.

I remember Jesus made this clear when he allowed children to come and to be prayed over - a marvelous gesture in a time and place where children had no rights.

Grant that I may imitate Jesus and never stand aloof from anyone, no matter their standing in society.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect - Do I consider myself superior to anyone? If so, begin to work on changing this attitude knowing all are God’s children and all are equally and lovable in God’s sight.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 1.39-56

8/11/10

Lectio - Mt 18.21-19.1

Meditatio: “So will my heavenly Father do to you unless each of you forgives his brother from his heart.” Mt 18.35

Oratio: "O God, Your mercy is without limit but it is conditional on reciprocity on our part.

I remember Jesus told us we must forgive others from our heart I f we expect You to forgive us.

Grant that I may always show mercy towards other without counting the number of times I extend it.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect to determine if there is someone who hurt me whom I have not forgiven from my heart. If so, seek God’s grace to extend heartfelt forgiveness e to them.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 19.3-12

8/12/10

Lectio - Mt 19.3-12

Meditatio: “He [Jesus] said to the, ‘Because of your hardness of heart, Moses allowed you to divorce your wives, but from the beginning it was not so’.” Mt 19.8

Oratio: "O God, You want married couples to commit themselves in love as You have committed Yourself to us.

I remember Jesus made it clear that divorce was not Your way but a lasting commitment of mutual love is Your will.

Grant that I may see in married couples that are part of my life a love that reflects Your love for us.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on the love of those married couples who impact on my life and respect and rejoice in their unconditional love for each other knowing that I am being gifted through their love with a clear sign of Your love for me.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 19.13-15

8/10/10

Lectio - Mt 18.15-20

Meditatio: “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Mt 18.20

Oratio: "O God, You satisfy our deepest longings even while we are here on earth.

I remember Jesus told his disciples that where two or more are gathered in His name, He would be in there midst - how awesome for us to be privileged with His presence and what assurance it gives us that You, our God, is listening to us.

Grant that I may always take advantage of being in Your Son’s presence through communal prayer.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my belief that Jesus is present whenever I pray with others and do I act that way? If not, resolve to let this great mystery seep into the core of my being for it is an awesome truth.

8/09/10

Lectio - Jn 12.24-26

Meditatio: “Whoever serves me, must follow me; and where I am there also my servants will be. The Father will honor whoever serves me.” Jn 12.26

Oratio: "O God, how benevolent You are for so little effort on our part!

I remember Jesus said that whoever served Him, You will honor. For doing what we ought, You gift us!

Grant that I may always do Your will not for honors but for love of You.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my motives for my actions and purify those that do not involve my following Jesus more nearly, following more dearly, day by day.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 18.15-20

8/08/10

Lectio - Mt 17.22-27

Meditatio: “But that we may not give offend them, go to the sea, drop a hook, and take the first fish that comes up. Open its mouth and you will find a coin worth twice the temple tax. Give it to them for me and for you.” Mt 17.27

Oratio: "O God, You are beyond our comprehension but You revealed enough of Yourself so that we would not be afraid to approach You.

I remember Jesus showed in the issue of paying the Temple tax that You are gentle and sensitive and not heavy-handed.

Grant that I may never be afraid to approach You and always rejoice in the fact that You have drawn near and You want a relationship with us.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on how I image God and correct any aspect of that image that is inconsistent with a God of Love so that I may better relate to God who wants me to be in a personal relationship with Him.

Tomorrow’s reading - Jn 12.24-26

8/07/10

Lectio - Lk 12.32-48

Meditatio: “Do not be afraid any longer, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.” Lk 12. 32

Oratio: "O God, You do not want us to live in fear - yet so many things worries us and causes us anxieties.

I remember Jesus told his disciples not to fear for we are Your little flock and You have given us the remedy for all our fears and worries - Your kingdom.

Grant that in the face of my worries and anxious moments that I may always turn them over to You in faith knowing that You do not want us to live in fear.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my nagging worries and anxieties and with faith let them go and turn them over to the Lord for He has the last remedy for all for whom I may worry or be anxious - His kingdom - and that is best I could hope for any of my love ones.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 17.22-27

8/06/10

Lectio - Mt 17.14-20

Meditatio: “He said to them, ‘Because of your little faith! Amen, I say to you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and if will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” Mt 17.20

Oratio: "O God, faith is so hard for us and You require so little on our part.

I remember Jesus told his disciples that if they had faith the size of a mustard seed (the tiniest of seeds) nothing would be impossible for them.

Grant me a faith the size of this seed so that I Your name I will be able to move mountains to advance Your kingdom here on earth.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will examine my faith as to its foundation and strength and pray for an increase in it.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 12. 32-48

8/04/10

Lectio - Mt 16. 13-23

Meditatio: “Simon Peter said in reply, ‘You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God’.” Mt 16.16

Oratio: "O God, You want us to know You.

I remember You revealed to Peter that Christ is the Messiah and Your Son - what a revelation!

Grant that I may rejoice in knowing Jesus, for who He is, and draw near to You through him.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on what it means to say that Christ is the Son of the living God and what that means in my relationship with Him. Is it as close now that He has drawn near? Be thankful that He has drawn near and what that means for the future.

Tomorrow’s reading - Lk 9.28-36

8/05/10

Lectio - Lk 9.28b-36

Meditatio: “Then from the cloud came a voice that said, ‘This is my chosen Son, listen to him’.” Lk 9.35

Oratio: "O God, how marvelously you under gird our faith!

I remember Jesus took Peter, James and John up to the top of Mt. Tabor and there You had Him transfigured before their eyes in the company of Moses and Elijah - how gracious of you on this day to them - for Jesus would shortly be crucified.

Grant that I may always listen to the Church which speaks for Your Son today for You have given it to us to strengthen our faith.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will meditate on the Transfiguration and rejoice in the fact that we, too, will one day be transfigured and share in the glory of Jesus forever.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 17.14-20

8/03/10

Lectio - Mt 15.21-28

Meditatio: “The Jesus said in reply, ‘O woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you ask.’ And her daughter was healed in that h our.” Mt 15.28

Oratio: "O God, You are open to the cries of all regardless of who they are or what they practice.

I remember Jesus responded to the Canannite woman’s plea and healed her daughter because of her great faith.

Grant that in my needs that I always turn to You in faith knowing that You will help me.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my belief in the power of intercessory prayer and realize that it is all about God and others when it has its greatest effects and resolve to constantly make use of this type of prayer for it is so powerful and the Heavenly Father so much wants us to seek His help.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 16.13-23

8/02/10

Lectio - Mt 14.22-36

Meditatio: “Immediately, Jesus stretched out his hand and caught him, and said to him, ‘O you of little faith, why did you doubt’.” Mt 14.31

Oratio: "O God, You do not require us to have much faith to be saved for You know how difficult it is for us to believe.

I remember Jesus responded to Peter’s cry to save him when he was sinking as he walked on the water towards Jesus even though Peter had little faith and had in fact doubted.

Grant that in my trying moments I may cry out to You as Peter did with what faith I have knowing that my cry will get Your attention and You will act on my behalf.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my faith to see if I would respond as Peter did and get out of my boat and walk on water at Jesus’ invite, or would I simply remain in the safety of the boat. If I would, I will ask God for a faith that would be as weak as Peter’s. .

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 15.21-28

8/01/10

Lectio - Mt 14.13-21

Meditatio: “When he (Jesus) disembarked and saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with pity for them, and he cured their sick.” Mt 14.14

Oratio: "O God, You are not just a big picture God, but You are mindful and are concerned for us as individuals.

I remember Jesus saw a vast crowd that had followed Him on foot around Lake Galilee and His heart was moved with pity and He cured the sick among them.

Grant that I may turn to You with confidence and seek from You my needs and the needs of those who ask me to pray for them, knowing You do care for us.

I ask this of You, who lives and reigns with Jesus and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever. Amen.”

Contemplatio: Keep silence and remain in recollection for a few minutes.

Operatio: Today, I will reflect on my prayer life and see if I pray with confidence tht God hears and will answer me because He loves all of us in a wonderful and personal way. If not, I will renew my trust in God’s Divine Providence and bring that trust whenever I turn to God for help.

Tomorrow’s reading - Mt 14.22-36