Journal. Advent & Christmas ~ ~ The Lynnfield Catholic Collaborative Our Lady of the Assumption & Saint Maria Goretti Parishes

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1 Advent & Christmas Journal Lynnfield Catholic Collaborative 17 Grove Street Lynnfield, MA The Lynnfield Catholic Collaborative Our Lady of the Assumption & Saint Maria Goretti Parishes ~ ~

2 During the season of Advent, we are invited to be still, to prepare ourselves and our hearts for the coming of our Lord at Christmas. Rarely though, during this time of year, is it easy to find time to be still and silent. To that end, we hope that this Advent & Christmas Journal will be a helpful resource to you. There is no right or wrong way to use this resource; however, the resource has been designed with scripture passages and the O Antiphons noted to use as a beginning point for reflection God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer. ~Mother Theresa Lynnfield Catholic Collaborative 17 Grove Street Lynnfield, MA 01940

3 Journal Page: _ Advent Reflections: The Practice of Lectio Divina

4 Lectio Divina ~ Lectio Divina is an ancient practice of praying with scripture. It s a slow, thoughtful and meditative practice that has been maintained by monastic communities. Traditionally, there are four movements of Lectio Divina, which include: 1. Lectio: Lectio Divina begins with listening and so the first movement, Lectio, is a slow, attentive, and gentle reading of scripture. 2. Meditatio: Meditatio, or Meditation, is the second movement in Lectio Divina. In Meditatio, we allow God s word to become something we take in and meditate on. Here, God s word becomes His word for us. 3. Oratio: The third movement in Lectio Divina is Oratio, or prayer. In this movement, we allow the word to touch us deeply. 4. Contemplatio: Contemplatio, or Contemplation, is the fourth movement. By contemplating on the word of God, we are asked to simply rest in God s love by letting go of our own words and enjoy being in the presence of God. Journal Page:

5 Journal Page: Topic: The Season of Advent What do you hope for this Advent?

6 First Week of Advent December 2 nd, 2018 Journal Page:

7 Christmas December 25 th, 2018 Topic: Celebrating Christmas Scripture Passage: Matthew 1: 1-25 Topic: First Week of Advent Scripture Passage: Luke 21: 25-28; 34-36

8 Second Week of Advent December 9 th, 2018 O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law

9 O King of All Nations & Keystone of the Church Topic: Second Week of Advent Scripture Passage: Luke 3: 1-6

10 Third Week of Advent December 16 th, 2018 O Radiant Dawn

11 O Key of David Topic: Third Week of Advent Scripture Passage: Luke 3: 10-18

12 Fourth Week of Advent December 23 rd, 2018 O Root of Jesse s Stem

13 O Leader of the House of Israel Topic: Fourth Week of Advent Scripture Passage: Luke 1: 39-45

14 ~ are the seven responses (antiphons) that are sung during evening prayer from December 17 th through December 23 rd. This period, from December 17 th through December 23 rd is the Octave before Christmas. The Antiphons refer to the names of the Messiah. Wisdom Lord Root of Jesse Key of David Rising Sun King of the Nations God with Us As we near Christmas, we can reflect on the meaning of these words the ancient names used for the Messiah and incorporate them into our prayer. What images, thoughts, feelings come to mind when you think of these names? O Wisdom of Our God Most High