Faithful Expectation

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO to this reflectionMatthew 25: 14-30Jesus said, “It is as if a man, going on a journey, summoned his slaves and entrusted his property to them; to one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away. The one who had received the five talents went off at once and traded with them, and made five more talents. In the same way, the one who had the two talents made two more talents. But the one who had received the one talent went off and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money. After a long time the master of those slaves came and settled accounts with them. Then the one who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five more talents, saying, ‘Master, you handed over to me five talents; see, I have made five more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’ And the one with the two talents also came forward, saying, ‘Master, you handed over to me two talents; see, I have made two more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’ Then the one who had received the one talent also came forward, saying, ‘Master, I knew that you were a harsh man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed; so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. Here you have what is yours.’ But his master replied, ‘You wicked and lazy slave! You knew, did you, that I reap where I did not sow, and gather where I did not scatter? Then you ought to have invested my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received what was my own with interest. So take the talent from him, and give it to the one with the ten talents. For to all those who have, more will be given, and they will have an abundance; but from those who have nothing, even what they have will be taken away. As for this worthless slave, throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’”

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 91:11           "For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways." REFLECTION- JavierMUSIC- "On this Day, O Beautiful Mother" Instrumental- "Gentle Reflections" by Sebastian Morawietz PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- Ephesians 6:13           "Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand." REFLECTION- MikeMUSIC- The Spheres by Gjeilo- Holy is His Name (Instrumental)- Bridge Over Troubled Waters by Simon and GarfunkelPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 27:1           "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? REFLECTION- MaddiMUSIC-Prayer of St. Francis (instrumental) by O'Neill Brothers Group-Guided Meditation Instrumental (artist unknown)PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- Jude 1:20-21           “But you, beloved, build yourselves up in your most holy faith; pray in the Holy Spirit. Keep yourselves in the love of God and wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.” REFLECTION- UmbertoMUSIC- "Peace Prayer" by The O'Neill Brothers Group- "Psalm 16-Lord You Will Show Us" by Songs in His Presence- "As the Deer" by David ImPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- Psalm 147:3            "God heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds." REFLECTION- JustinMUSIC- Peace I Leave With You- Praise God from whom all Blessings flow (Instrumental)PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE-  1 Corinthians 4:4 "For I know nothing by myself, yet I am not hereby justified, but he that judges me is the Lord." REFLECTION- Fr. RonMUSIC- "O Sanctissima" Instrumental- "Ubi Caritas" by Steven CPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO to this reflectionMatthew 25:1-13Jesus told his disciples this parable: "The kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise. The foolish ones, when taking their lamps, brought no oil with them, but the wise brought flasks of oil with their lamps. Since the bridegroom was long delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep. At midnight, there was a cry, 'Behold, the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!' Then all those virgins got up and trimmed their lamps. The foolish ones said to the wise, 'Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.' But the wise ones replied, 'No, for there may not be enough for us and you. Go instead to the merchants and buy some for yourselves.' While they went off to buy it, the bridegroom cameand those who were ready went into the wedding feast with him. Then the door was locked. Afterwards the other virgins came and said, 'Lord, Lord, open the door for us!' But he said in reply, 'Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.' Therefore, stay awake, for you know neither the day nor the hour."

SCRIPTURE- 2 Corinthians 4:17            “For this slight momentary affliction is preparing us for an eternal weight of glory beyond all measure” REFLECTION- JenMUSIC- Autumn Intro by Vanzo- Guitar InstrumentalPRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.

SCRIPTURE- James 1:22            "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." REFLECTION- Sr. Kathleen MUSIC-Sleepless by Ola Gjeilo-Resurrection (Instrumental, artist unknown) PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God,into Your hands I surrender my life.Pour out Your Spirit upon methat I may love You perfectly,and serve You faithfullyuntil my soul rests in You.Concert Friday Musical Selection -I'll Take You There by The Staple Singers