Lectio divina is a Latin term which means "divine reading," and describes a way of reading the Scriptures where we gradually let go of our own agenda and open ourselves to what God wants to say to us. When we use this form of prayer with the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday Mass, we find ourselves more attuned to God's Word and are more easily able to encounter Jesus at Mass.
Throughout the Gospels, we see Jesus' tender care and preferential treatment of children. Young children - even those who are not perfectly behaved! - are always welcome at Most Blessed Sacrament parish.
For many of us, the word “obligation” probably stirs up a feeling that we have to do something rather than get to do something - and you may find yourself with this mindset when encountering Holy Days of Obligation. However, did you know that these special days actually exist for us and for our freedom and joy?
The Church considers the Mass the greatest possible prayer of intercession because it is the perfect offering of Christ to the Father by making present the Paschal Mystery of His death and resurrection. It is an ancient tradition in the Church that a Mass can be offered for a specific intention, even when one cannot be physically present at the Mass. Arranging for a Mass intention is easy...