PRAYERS FOR THE SACRED SCRIPTURE NOVENA
MONDAY
Sign of the Cross
Invocation of the Holy Spirit
Invocation of the Holy Spirit
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of yourlove. Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the faceof the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts ofthe faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy.His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen
C. The Creed
D. Glory be(x 3) in honor of the Holy Trinity
Genesis- Meditation
In the beginning, God created heaven and earth. God created man in the image ofhimself. God created a helper from man’s rib. Adam and Eve broke Gods commandand ate from the tree of knowledge. Their disobedience and Fall introduced OriginalSin. God begins a new family with Abraham and promises that Jesus, the Savior, bornof a Woman, would come to redeem His people. (Gen. 1-3)
Prayer:
We pray that the whole world will acknowledge God as the Creator and Sustainer of the Universe.We pray for an end to secular humanism that denies the existence of God. We pray that all people be.enlightened to his Word and that God sends forth His Spirit to renew the earth
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Exodus – Meditation
The people of God were slaves in Egypt. God sent Moses to free them and gavethem His Commandments, “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of theland of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “You shall have no other gods before Me.
“You shall not make for yourself an idol, or any likeness of what is in heaven aboveor on the earth beneath or in the water under the earth. You shall not worship themor serve them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God” “You shall not take thename of the Lord your God in vain, for the Lord will not leave him unpunished whotakes His name in vain. “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. For in six daysthe Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea and all that is in them, and rested onthe seventh day; therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy. “Honoryour father and your mother, that your days may be prolonged in the land which theLord your God gives you. “You shall not murder. “You shall not commit adultery.“You shall not steal. “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. “Youshall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife or hismale servant or his female servant or his ox or his donkey or anything that belongs toyour neighbor” (Ex.20). God gave them Manna in the desert, a foretaste of the HolyEucharist for all pilgrims on earth, and God promises fruitful land of delight to Hispeople. God did many wonderful things to help the people through their journey tothe Promised Land.
Prayer:
We pray that the Ten Commandments will be imprinted in our hearts again. We pray that God frees us from every form of slavery: spiritual, ideological, emotional, economic, social, and physical slavery.May each “Red Sea” keeping us from the Lord, part into two right now, and we walk in freedom in.Jesus Name
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Leviticus - Meditation
God gives directions for sacrifices which he expects his people to follow. In thosewho are close to me, I show my holiness, and before all the people I show my glory.(Gen 10: 3) God invites all His people to be pure; God requires priests to be very holy.and follow His commandments
Prayer:
We pray that the thirst for holiness will increase in our souls and the sacrifices we make we bepleasing to God. May priests, ministers and religious lay persons, be blessed with the anointing of.purity; humility and reverence
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Numbers - Meditation
While on their journey, the Israelites complained, rebelled, and didn’t obey God. Godstill loved them in spite of their disobedience and did not allow Balaam , a wicked.prophet, to put a curse on His people whom He has blessed
Prayer:
We plead the Blood of Jesus over every person and nullify every curse and spell operating over ourlives. We pray for immunity in the Blood of Jesus Christ and decree that no curse placed upon us will.be effective
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Deuteronomy - Meditation
Before Moses died, he emphasized the goodness of God to His people and stressedthe need for fidelity among the people of God, “Circumcise your heart then and beobstinate no longer; for the Lord your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, thegreat God, triumphant and terrible, never partial, never to be bribed. It is he who seesjustice done for the orphan and the widow, who loves the stranger and gives him foodand clothing. Love the stranger then, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.”Deut.10. He reminds them to obey God such God would help them; and good things.would happen, and disobedience to God would make them suffer
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
3 GLORY TO THE FATHER
LITANY OF THE SACRED SCRIPTURE
Lord, have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, have mercy on us, Christ, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy on us.
Christ, hear us, Christ, graciously hear us.
God the Father, the Source of Sacred Word, Enlighten us and the whole world (responsorial saying) God the Son, the Sacred Word of God,
Enlighten us and the whole world (responsorial saying)
God the Holy Ghost, inspiring the Sacred Word of God
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Beginning and the End
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, the Tool of creation Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Foundation of Sacred Tradition
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Glory of Pentecost, and Power of God made manifest
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, the Universal Constitution Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Amor of God, and Authority of believers,
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God edit of Freedom and Throne of Grace
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Eternal Word of Salvation,
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Way, the Truth and the Life,
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, Fire of Love and Peace, Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, alive and active, melting hardened hearts
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Sharper than the two-edged sword,
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, Piercing the soul, Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Healer of the Wounded in heart, and Strength of the weak
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God given to the Patriarchs Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Spoken by the Prophets,
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, handed to the Apostles, Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, worthy of the blood of Martyrs
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Pride of Angels and the Triumphant Church,
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, Life-giving food, Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Perfect Instructor of the youth,
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, Light of the world, Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Bringing Justice to every nation,
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Victory over the world, sin, and satan
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Hope of the Suffering Church
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Precious Treasure of the Militant Church
Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, the Source of the universal transformation
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, our Helmet of salvation Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, our Breastplate of righteousness
Enlighten us and the whole world Sacred Word of God, Incarnate through Mary Enlighten us and the whole world
Sacred Word of God, Cleanse ALL our sins,
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, Deliver us from every Evil
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, Bring sinners to repentance,
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, Open Heaven for us,
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, Protect our family,
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, Protect Your Church
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, liberate us from our prison doors
We beseech You, hear us We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, be a guide-star to Theologians
We beseech You, hear us Sacred Word of God, bring dry bones back to life, Sacred Word of God, that we may abide in You
We beseech You, hear us
Sacred Word of God, NEVER come in vain
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sin of the world,
Spare us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sin of the world,
Graciously hear us, O Lord.
Lamb of God, Who takes away the sin of the world,
Have mercy on us.
Conclusion Prayer:
O God, Who created the whole universe by thy Word, grant we beseech Thee, that the whole world may be renewed and re-consecrated by Your Word, Jesus Christ, Who is the same Yesterday, Today, and Forever. Amen!In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God. /Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
(see previous day for introduction to the Chaplet) TUESDAY
Joshua – Meditation
After the death of Moses, God appoints Joshua to lead the Israelites. God brings Hispeople into the Promised Land and makes them victorious in many battles. The land is dividedamong the.twelve tribes
Prayer:
As the walls of Jericho collapsed, may all the walls and obstacles put in our daily lives collapse nowin the name of Jesus. All powerful God grant that we inherit the promises you have given us. Guide.us on our missions to do your will
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Judges - Meditation
The judges are leaders that God raised up to defeat the nation’s enemies and bringabout Gods righteous rule. There were five men and one woman. God helped thepeople win their battles against their enemies. The people forgot and became selfishand did what is right in their own eyes instead of Gods. A cycle begins of sin,.judgment, repentance and deliverance
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Ruth - Meditation
Ruth, a young widow, was a foreigner and left her own gods, to serve the One trueGod, the God of Israel. She married Boaz, and they bore a son, Obed, who was the.grandfather of King David. Jesus descended from the family tree of David
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Samuel - Meditation
Samuel is the last judge who anoints the first two kings, Saul and David. Saul tries tokill David and is very evil. David demonstrates his obedience to God by refusing tokill Saul. Saul eventually commits suicide and David is anointed the only King of.Israel
Prayer:
May God grant that the process of choosing our Spiritual, Political and Community leaders, be.guided by the Holy Spirit
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Samuel - Meditation
God delivered His people through the bravery of King David. Jerusalem becomestheir capital city. David loved God; however, he sinned and made some terriblemistakes. David confesses his sins to God who forgives him. He blesses David with anoble son Solomon. (Psalm 51)
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Kings - Meditation
Solomon ruled the people of God with exceptional wisdom and built a temple forGod in Jerusalem. After Solomon died, Israel divided into two kingdoms. TheIsraelites stopped believing in God therefore, he sent Elijah, the prophet. Godallowed Elijah to do many miraculous things which led his people back to serve God.once more
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Kings - Meditation
The two divided nations did not follow God’s law; rather, they served evil gods.However, there were a few people who truly served God. These servants were calledthe prophets”. The prophets tried to warn the people to turn back to God however,the people did not. God allowed the enemy nations to take the ungodly people intoexile. God still loved them and would always love them. Eventually, his people would.return home.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Chronicles - Meditation
David desired to build a house for the Lord however, was unable to accomplish thisdue to Divine Will. Before his death, David outlines instructions on how to build the.temple of God.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Chronicles - Meditation
According to David’s instructions, Solomon builds a great temple in Jerusalem forGod. The priests and believers came to the temple to pray each day. After Solomondied, most of the kings turned back to their evil ways. They did not obey God’s law orallow their people to worship God. God allowed the enemies of these two countries.to prevail over them as punishmen
Prayer:
We call down the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ for the sanctification and redemption of yourChurch. Lord God, You have promised to make us clean by Your Word. May Your Word purify allthe desecrated altars, tabernacles, pulpits, chairs of presiding priests, pews, confessionals, choir lofts,.convents, religious residences and Christian schools
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Ezra - Meditation
God’;s people continued to disobey His laws. They were defeated by the King ofBabylon and sent into exile for 70 years. Ezra a priest and skilled scribe in the Law ofMoses, was granted permission to visit Judea by the King of Persia. He leads a group.of exiles back to preserve the covenant of God and restores the Word
Prayer:
We pray for the Universal renewal of the “Word of God”. We pray for the Holy Spirit to guide allthose who are called to be evangelists and agents of the renewal of God. Through their words and.actions with the Holy Ghost reignite the love of God to all they meet
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Nehemiah - Meditation
Nehemiah was a political leader and governor of Persian Judea. He received permission from the King of Persia, to return to Jerusalem to rebuild the city and the.Third temple. The king appointed Nehemiah the governor of Jerusalem.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was God Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Tobit- Meditation
Tobit, a pious Jew is healed by God, but not before a series of trials and tribulations.Tobit of Nineveh was God fearing. He goes blind and becomes increasingly depressed. He sends his son Tobias on a journey to reclaim money that was deposited in Media. God sends Archangel Raphael (Azariah) as a human to assist Tobias on his journey. In Media, Tobias meets and marries Sarah. She was plagued by a demon.Sarah could never consummate her marriage as each man died. Azariah binds the demon. Azariah tells Tobias how to heal his father’s eyesight. The three return to Nineveh. Tobit’s eyesight is restored. Aziariah reveals who he is and asks them to sing.praise to God for all their blessings
Prayer:
We invoke the Power of the Holy Spirit and the precious Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, to healfalse ideas and break mind controlling influences that come from atheistic education, scientology,internet or social forums, false belief systems, the occult and physical pleasure. We ask with theintercession of Archangel Raphael, to pray for healing and deliverance from demonic entities that.blind or hinder marriages which were blessed by God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was God Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
The Book of Judith: Meditation
Judith, a beautiful and devout Jewish widow, goes into the enemy camp of Holofernes, commander-in-chief for Nebuchadnezzar. Judith wins the favor of the commander through pretending to give him valuable information. After a banquet,where Holofernes becomes drunk and passes out, Judith cuts his head off and returns home. His soldiers become distraught and they are defeated. Judith becomes a hero and is greatly revered. Many want her hand in marriage however, she remains faithful to God.
Prayer:
We pray that all widows and widowers be comforted by their spouse, Jesus Christ. We pray for all those in religious orders to receive the grace of chastity, like Judith. We ask the Lord to bless them.with humility and piety as they sacrifice for their beloved spouse, Our Lord Jesus Christ
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Esther - Meditation
Haman, a high ranking official in Persia, tries to kill all the Jews through a wicked plot.Queen Esther who is Jewish and the new wife of the King, is alerted of his intentionsthrough her cousin Mordechai. She risks her own life to save the Jewish people andthe King wins favor with her through Gods intervention. Though God’s Name ishardly mentioned here, however, we see how a seeming silent God cares for His people.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
The First Book of the Maccabees- Meditation
The Greek ruler, Antiochus IV of Epiphanes attempts to suppress Jewish lawresulting in the Maccabean Revolt. The Mattathias’s, a Jewish family, calls upon peopleloyal to the traditions of Israel to oppose the invaders. Their third son who spearheaded the revolt was called the hammer which in Hebrew is “Maccabee” While in battle the Jewish defenders refused to fight on the Sabbath. The temple is freed and.re-consecrated to God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
The Second Book of Maccabees- Meditation
The seven brothers who are popularly called the Maccabees undergo terrible sufferings for their faith. They show courage and fortitude as they assert their belief.in the resurrection and the conception of divine requital and punishment to the Laws.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen3
GLORY BE
LITANY OF SACRED SCRIPTURE
WEDNESDAY (see introduction for Monday)Job – Meditation
Job, a holy and good man, gives insight on why innocent people suffer. The devil wanted Job to turn against God. God said to the devil, do what you want, but do not touch his life. Job lost all his possessions, his family everything but his life. Job refused to blaspheme or turn against God. Job’s friends thought he was ill because of all the evil that befell him. God asked that Job pray for his friends. God restored all that was.lost and more for his loyalty and faith
Prayer:
We pray for the grace to forgive people who have hurt us, especially our friends and families who may have misunderstood our trials. May we be like Job and never lose faith under any circumstances. We.must trust in God although we may never understand
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the.Word was GodChorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Psalms - Meditation
King David, who largely wrote Psalms, poured out his heart of love, joy, frustrations,praises, sorrow, and thanksgiving to God. “What a marvelous God we worship, thepsalmist declares, high and lifted up beyond our human experiences but also closeenough to touch and who walks beside us along life’s way. The psalmist teaches ushow to glorify God in songs and the need to cry out to God for help as we findourselves overwhelmed by the problems of life.”
Prayer
We pray that the healing and deliverance instilled in the Psalms will be instilled into our lives. May the victory and praises instilled in the Psalms become our inheritance. May God grant that we come to the nighttime of our life on earth with praises on our lips. Amen
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Proverbs – Meditation
King Solomon teaches on respecting God and that fear of God is the beginning of Wisdom. Solomon explains that wisdom enables people to avoid bad choices or foolishness. One must direct their life toward the will of God and thereby be happy in this life
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Ecclesiastes – Meditation
Solomon once again, instructs on wisdom; he realized that even a wise man would die like a fool if they didn’t put God first. He even saw that money had no real value and reminds all that the purpose of life is to love and serve God, he states “Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandment, for this is the duty of all mankind. For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil”
(Eccl.12:14)
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen\
Song of Solomon – Meditation
The Song of Solomon teaches us that God loves His people as intimately as the depths of marital intimacy. The Bible describes Christians as the bride of Christ; God’s love for us is infinite, unrelenting, and powerful, “Many waters cannot quench love, neither can floods drown it.”
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
The Wisdom of Solomon- Meditation
The Wisdom of Solomon contains an explanation of the Jewish belief in God and is addressed primarily to unfaithful Jews. The reward of piety and obedience is represented as wisdom. Holiness is praised in song
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Sirach- Meditation
Wisdom is not the fear of God, rather, an observance of the Law. The wise man is a learned scholar. God is exalted in Wisdom through prayers, poems, songs and hymns on knowledge reason and thanksgiving. All must Bless and revere God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
GLORY BE 3 LITANY OF SACRED SCRIPTURE
THURSDAY (see introduction for Monday)
Isaiah – Meditation
Isaiah was a faithful and loyal messenger of God. Isaiah warned His people from their evil ways although his mission was challenging and dangerous, he was courageous and responded to God “Here I am” Send me” Isaiah’s prophesies were very important to the New Testament. He declared a virgin birth; the coming of Emmanuel, the sprouting of the root of Jesse, the suffering servant and the mission of the Messiah
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Jeremiah – Meditation
Jeremiah, a prophet, warns that Babylon would destroy Jerusalem. He urges Jerusalem to turn from their sinful ways and the words of the false prophets and repent. God wants his people to trust Him but they refuse therefore he allows His people to serve Babylon, their enemy for 70 years until they return to their land
Lamentations – Meditation
Distraught at the destruction of the Temple and the exile of the Israelites, Jeremiah poured out his heart in as series of five poems. This disaster happened because the people in Jerusalem were idolatrous and rebellious. The message of Lamentations is hard. It challenges us with the fact that there are tangible and painful consequences for our sins.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
The Book of Baruch- Meditation
While in Babylon, Baruch, Jeremiah’s secretary, reads the manuscript of writings to King Jeconiah and the exiles. So moved by the words, the King sends gifts, money and the scroll to Jerusalem. The theme of repentance honor and obeying Gods words are central to understanding his love and forgiveness for his people
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Ezekiel – Meditation
Ezekiel, a prophet, had visions regarding the Israelites and their future. God warns of the certain destruction of Jerusalem and the devastation of the nations that have troubled his people. Ezekiel’s visions include the building of the third temple and the rising of dry bones from the house of Israel once again.
Prayer
We pray for all those who have lost their faith and belief to be resurrected as in the valley of dry bones. We pray for all those afflicted with any type of addition, to be freed from the control of Satan and his demons. We look forward to your return Lord in order for you to save us from the clutches of our enemies.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Daniel – Meditation
While in exile, Daniel was extremely dedicated to God. God rewarded Daniel by raising him up in the Babylon government. God blessed Daniel with prophetic dreams that would help him warn and teach the people of Israel. Daniel proved that the God of Israel is greater than the pagan gods
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Hosea – Meditation
God instructs the prophet Hosea to marry an unfaithful wife. He obeys God. His unfaithful wife leaves him for another man. Hosea finds her and forgives her. Hosea describes how Israel has been unfaithful to God. God wants Israel to repent for their ways of wickedness because he still loves them. However, Israel continues to disobey God. Hosea’s troubles with his wife were like God’s troubles with Israel
Prayer
We pray for the grace of forgiveness among couples who have experienced betrayal and infidelity in their marriages. May God heal and fortify all marriages.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Joel – Meditation
Joel, a prophet, speaks about the Day of Judgment, God’s enemy and the vindication of Israel. God promises future prophetic gifts to all of his people and the safety of the people in the face of an apocalyptic event
Prayer
May God restore all things that have plagued our lives. Let us not hide from the black cloud of locust but trust in God to protect us from all storms and hardships
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Amos – Meditation
Amos is a shepherd when God calls him. He lacks education or a priestly background. He speaks of Gods people being accountable for their ill treatment of others and their failure to fully embrace Gods idea of justice. Amos could see that although Israel was blessed, the people were corrupt and not following God’s commandments. He pronounces a harsh judgment to the Israel people through his visions
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Obadiah – Meditation
Obadiah was a prophet of God who condemned the Edomites for sins against both God and Israel. The Edomites and Israelites were descendants of Jacob. There was a quarrel among the brothers. When the Israelites wanted to cross their land during the Exodus of Egypt the Edomites forbade it therefore being unfaithful to God. God punished them
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Jonah – Meditation
God commands Jonah to go to Nineveh to send a message. Jonah tried to get out of his mission and he was swallowed by a gigantic fish. He had time to reflect on his choice for three days. God caused the large fish to belch out Jonah upon dry land whereby, he went directly to Nineveh and warned the people to confess their evil deeds to God. The people listened and were saved spiritually and physically
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Micah – Meditation
Micah prophesied about the future destruction of Jerusalem and Samaria. He rebuked the people of Judah for their dishonesty and idolatry. Micah foretold of the coming of the Messiah who would be born in the town of Bethlehem
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Nahum – Meditation
Nineveh returns to idolatry, violence and arrogance. God sends Nahum, his messenger to preach and asks them to repent. The Nineveh people do not heed the warning and the city was captured and brought under the dominion of Babylon
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Habakkuk – Meditation
Habakkuk inquires why good people must suffer while cruel people seem to succeed. God replied that he would punish cruel people but it will be in God’s time. He emphasizes for all people to have unwavering trust and faith in him. The time will come when God will rule the whole world. God will judge so be joyful in his salvation.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Zephaniah – Meditation
God vows to let lose His anger upon many countries, including Jerusalem, because of their wickedness and sins. So, the people should pray to God (Zeph. 2:1-3). They must confess their evil deeds to God who loves them and will make them full of gladness (Zeph. 3:14-20)
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Haggai – Meditation
The Lord is not happy that his temple is not built but the people have built their own houses. God explains there is a drought because they neglected to build his house while they built their own houses. He commanded them to start building the temple
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Zechariah – Meditation
Zechariah recorded his visions and encouraged the people to reinstate the priesthood, and other religious laws that were forgotten during their exile. Zechariah gives great hope and encouragement about the coming Messiah Jesus Christ, who will set up His throne and rule as the mighty Branch, the High Priest, who will offer up the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the world.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Malachi – Meditation
Malachi prophesied that God would send a messenger “Behold, I am going to send My messenger, and he will clear the way before Me. And the Lord, whom you seek, will suddenly come to His temple; and the messenger of the covenant, in whom you delight, behold, He is coming says the LORD of hosts”
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
GLORY BE 3 LITANY OF SACRED SCRIPTURE
FRIDAY (see introduction for Monday)
- Sign of the Cross
Invocation of the Holy Spirit
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth Your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy
His consolations, Through Christ Our Lord, Amen.
- The Creed
- Glory be (x 3) in honor of the Holy Trinity
Matthew – Meditation Jesus was born in Bethlehem. John the Baptist prepares the way and the people for Jesus Christ, “repent for the Kingdom of God is at hand.” He baptizes Jesus. Jesus
proclaims the Good news saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons[a] of God.
“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the
kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Prayer
Lord, we ask that you bless all priests and lay faithful so that they may intercede for all those who are blind to the word of Your Son Jesus. Open their eyes and ears to the teaching of the Word of God.
We pray for Christians who are persecuted that they may rejoice for being worthy to suffer for Christ.
We pray for the peace of God in our hearts and in the world.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the
Word was God.
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Mark – Meditation
Jesus selects His Disciples, “And He appointed twelve, so that they would be with Him, and that He could send them out to preach” (3:14). Jesus demonstrates to His followers: teaching, healing, performing miracles, blessings, feeding, and feeling compassion (8:2). He taught that whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many (Mk. 10:44-45). Jesus institutes the Holy Eucharist, “Take and eat; this is my body.” Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins” (Mk.14: 22-24). Many political and spiritual leaders opposed Jesus and had him killed. He was resurrected and now sits at the right hand of God the father.
Prayer
Oh Lord, You call men and women in every age to follow in the footsteps of the Apostles who proclaimed Your Word and Salvation to all, we pray for vocations to priesthood and religious life. May many people accept your invitations to live only for you and bring the Gospel to all nations. We pray for healing of persons tormented by evil spirits and those who are ill.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the
Word was God. Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Luke- Meditation
Luke provides the angelic salutation that opens the New Covenant, “Hail Mary” (Lk. 1:28) and Incarnation of the Son of God as well as Mary’s song praising God for choosing her to bring forth the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed… And his mercy is for those who fear him from generation to generation. (1. 47-55).
Jesus our Lord and God demonstrates the boundless mercy of God with the parables of the Prodigal Son, Lost sheep, and Lost Coin.
Prayer
Lord of the lost sheep, Father of Mercy, we pray for the conversion of all who have abandoned their belief in Jesus Christ. We ask for mercy for all the suffering souls in purgatory. We pray for those who were unable to reconcile with God before they died. We pray for all who are lukewarm in their faith; grant them the grace of repentance and may they return home, to the Father’s House in Jesus Name.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and theWord was God.
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
John – Meditation
Jesus is God (Jn. 1:1-18). Jesus was sent to redeem the world by the Father whose Love is infinite, “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him” Jn.3. Jesus Christ is the Word of God, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son, Who came from the Father, full of grace and truth” (Jn.1:14.) Jesus did many wonderful things (Jn. 21:25). Jesus provided food for 5000 men. Jesus is the Bread of Life. Jesus promised the coming of the Holy Spirit.
Prayer Dear Holy Mother, we ask you to intercede for all marriages to protect and shield them with your mantle from the evilness and temptations of the devil. May all who receive the sacrament of marriage cherish the love from the Holy Trinity as they embark on a life together. May they never forget their oath of fidelity; forgiveness and above all the love they feel that day when they say “I do”.
We pray that the Word of God will become flesh in all who hear the Gospel.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and theWord was God.
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
GLORY BE 3 LITANY OF SACRED SCRIPTURE
SATURDAY (see introduction for Monday)
Acts – Meditation
After Jesus ascended to heaven, his disciples waited in Jerusalem where God sent the Holy Spirit to rest upon them, “When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly, there came from heaven a sound as of a violent wind which filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on the head of each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak different languages as the
Spirit gave them power to express themselves. Now there were devout men living in Jerusalem from every nation under heaven, and at this sound they all assembled, and each one was bewildered to hear these men speaking his own language. Utterly amazed, they asked: “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans? Then how is it that each of us hears them in our native language? We hear them preaching in our own language about the marvels of God. (Acts 2: 1-14). Through the power of Holy
.Spirit, there were many conversions, teachings and wondrous signs Prayer
We pray for the grace of the Holy Spirit, a “New Pentecost”, to fall on the Church and on each Christian; we pray for renewed zeal among missionaries. We pray for unity among all Christians and the walls separating Christians will collapse. We pray for the conversion of all who oppose the Good News and the expansion of the Kingdom of God through Jesus Christ
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Romans – Meditation
St. Paul’s focus was on the teaching of the “righteousness of God”. Salvation cannot be attained through man’s good deeds alone but only through faith in God’s righteousness: “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes… For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith.” You cannot repair your relationship with God through your good deeds; this is only accomplished through faith in the perfect and finished work of Jesus Christ
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the
.Word was God Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Corinthians – Meditation
Paul writes to the Christian community in Corinth after there were many differences and fighting among the people. The Holy Spirit gives different gifts for the building of the Body of Christ, the Church, “For to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, and to another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit; to another faith by the same Spirit, and to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, and
to another the effecting of miracles, and to another prophecy, and to another the distinguishing of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, and to another the interpretation of tongues” I Cor.12. Paul’s letter emphasizes the need for unity and
.fellowship, sharing bread and wine to remember Jesus’ death (1 Cor.11)
Prayer
Dear Father, You have promised to send the gift of the Holy Spirit to all those who desire and thirst for your guidance. I trust that the Holy Spirit will guide me to spread Your Word to the different ministries throughout the church and that all who hear “The Word” grow abundantly in your love
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Corinthians – Meditation
Many false teachers arose among Christians in Corinth leading to division and dissension. Many claimed that Paul was not a true apostle. Paul explained in his letter why God chose him to be an apostle. He suffered terrible persecution for teaching God’s message.
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Galatians – Meditation
The Galatians were seduced by some false teachers, who had been Jews and who wanted all Christians, even those who had been Gentiles, to observe circumcision and the other ceremonies of the Jewish law. Through the Holy Spirit, St. Paul clarifies that a person becomes a Christian by believing in Jesus Christ therefore need not obey the laws and traditions of the Jews. “Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. But the fruit of the Spirit is love; joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control” Gal.5
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Ephesians – Meditation
Writing from prison, Paul was pleased that the Christians in Ephesus continued to serve God, and God poured out His gifts upon them. Paul encouraged them and requested prayers from them for successful preaching of the Word of God
.(Eph.6:18)
Prayer
Heavenly Father by the power of the Holy Spirit fill your priests and ministers with boldness to preach Your Word. We beseech You to renew their power to “stretch forth their hands and heal.” We nullify every spiritual attack aimed at your disciples as they spread your Word
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Philippians – Meditation
While in prison, Paul preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ to inmates and the guards. He was glad that people were speaking about Jesus. He wrote to encourage the Christians in Philippi to work together and to be humble and imitate Jesus
Prayer
Lord, you taught us that Love, Forgiveness, and Humility are three essential components of salvation that we all must possess. Grant us the wisdom to imitate you and be meek and humble of heart. Let us not seek to be admired and loved however let us give in to the will of others
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Colossians – Meditation Paul wrote to the people of Colosse to remind them about the importance of Jesus. Jesus is God, who created everything. Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and became man. Through his death he has saved us. Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another
Prayer
O Holy Father, please grant us the ability to be compassionate and kind to those who need our help. Let us take the time out of our lives to be thankful for what you have given us and be gentle and patient with those who are less fortunate. Let us reach out to all our brothers and sisters who need our spiritual guidance
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Thessalonians – Meditation
The Church in Thessalonica practiced faith, love and hope to the admiration of Paul and others. They had returned from false gods to serve the one true God. They were waiting for the return of Jesus. They trusted God in spite of great difficulties. Paul encouraged them to continue in holiness as they waited for the return of the Lord Jesus
Prayer
Lord, please help our brothers and sisters who practice Jezebel witchcraft; occult or any kind of devil worship. Give them the strength, like the Lion of Judah, to overcome and destroy the hold of the underworld on them. Let them wake up and repent before their soul is lost forever in the abyss of hell
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Thessalonians – Meditation
As persecution became widespread among the member of the Church of Thessalonica, Paul exhorted them to have confidence in God, and that vindication for their persecutors lies in the hand of God. When Jesus returns, He will judge all who refuse and oppose the Good News
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Timothy – Meditation
Timothy received instructions from Paul about false teachers and how to lead the church in boldness and maturity. He emphasized that the laws are not framed for people who are upright they are for everything else that is contrary to sound teaching.
(1:9-10)
Prayer
May all parents and god parents understand and fulfill their first duty to God. They must teach their children the Word of Jesus Christ and to practice their faith religiously. They should set a good example for the children who are entrusted to them through the sacraments of the Church
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Timothy – Meditation
Paul writes to Timothy from prison to remain faithful and “preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and instruction” because difficult times would be in the future. He challenges him to endure reminding him that endurance is one of the main quality essentials for a successful preacher of the Gospel. He writes that, “all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted
Prayer
Oh Mighty God, please watch over all those who are messengers of your Word. Please stay with us Lord and never leave our side. Do not allow the insults and persecution we receive to hinder our duties as soldiers of your son Our Lord Jesus Christ. Bless all your spiritual warriors who have died while defending you
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Titus – Meditation
There were many Churches in the island of Crete without spiritual leaders. Paul tells Titus to appoint a leader for the church in each town. Titus chooses the leaders carefully knowing that each person must be a good man, who is kind, holy and honest, and must teach God’s message accurately (Titus 1:5-9)
Prayer
We pray for the Holy Spirit to guide our priests and pastors so they may be united when preaching the Word of God. May any confusion and dissention over your Word end. We pray that all messengers of God stay faithful to Gods words and not sway from the truth
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Philemon – Meditation
Paul writes Philemon, a Christian brother, on behalf of Onesimus, Philemon’s run away servant. Onesimus converted and became a Christian. Paul appeals to Philemon to accept Onesimus as his Christian brother, instead of a slave. Perhaps he was separated from you for a reason, that you would have him back forever, no longer as a slave, but more than a slave, as a beloved brother, especially to me, but how much more to you, both in the flesh and in the Lord”
Prayer
We pray that all social injustices be eradicated from the face of the earth. May we recognize that all men and women are created equal and each is a gift from God. May Love and Truth meet in our hearts. May justice and peace prevail in our churches, communities, nations and homes
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Hebrews – Meditation
A letter was written to a group of Christians who were under intense persecution to return to Judaism. They didn’t understand that when Jesus became man, he became the sacrifice for our sins. He is the new sacrificial lamb whereby if you believe in Jesus all sins would be forgiven. In the Old Testament, priests killed animals so that God would forgive the people. This was no longer required
Prayer
Standing by the Blood of Jesus Christ, we nullify every ritual sacrifice offered over the world or against us. May all recognize that Jesus is the only Mediator between God and man, and no other sacrifice of blood is acceptable before God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
James – Meditation
James teaches believers to test their faith and “prove yourselves doers of the word” (1:22). We may encounter trials and tribulations because we follow Jesus; however, we must be patient. He teaches that we must obey all the laws of God. If one is broken, then they are all broken. (2:10)
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First Peter – Meditation Christians are expected to suffer great oppression, torment and sometimes death. “be on the alert” because Satan is continuously, “seeking whom he may devour” (5:8).
They should increase their trust and confidence in God. Even though afflicted, be joyful and seek holiness for God is Holy
Prayer
May God grant husbands and wives the gift to seek opportunities to practice humility, love and forgiveness in their relationship. We pray that God will give children loyal and obedient hearts to their parents, leaders, and teachers. We pray for the gift to discern between right and wrong and strength to Trust in God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second Peter – Meditation Christians should grow continuously in their faith; The Bible is inspired by God and thus is the Word of God (2 Peter 1:20- 21). Peter warned the Christians about evil and false teachers who will be punished by God at the Second Coming of Jesus. God is not slow; but God is patient. God promises: a new heaven, and a new earth
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
First John – Meditation
Christians must see what great love God has for them. Because God loves us, we too must love others, “(1 John 2:1); John reassures believers explaining, “God is Light and in Him there is no darkness at all.” There were continuous attacks of false teachings on the Christians which required constant discernment. John wanted all believers to know that because of their faith and trust in Jesus Christ, they would spend all of eternity with Him
Prayer
May the Lord destroy all hatred toward the Body of Christ; we pray for genuine love to touch all the hearts of humankind. We pray that we walk with Jesus and he keeps us from falling into the traps of the seven deadly sins
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Second John – Meditation
God orders us to love each other (2 John 5-6). We must not accept people who teach wrong things about Jesus. We must walk in the truth
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Third John – Meditation
A Christian named Gaius, showed warm hearted hospitality to missionary workers of John. John praises him for his kindness and compassion. He advises Gaius on how to handle and resolve concerns within the church
Prayer
May all of those who love you remember to put your Words into actions. Let us be humble and take the harder road when challenged and be courteous to strangers. Let us not dwell on faults of others but embrace them with open arms
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
Jude – Meditation
Many false teachers infiltrated the church and boldly denied that Jesus is God. Jude explained that God knows each of them and will judge them accordingly. Jude encouraged the people in that church to continue to trust God
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
GLORY BE 3 LITANY OF SACRED SCRIPTURE
SUNDAY (see introduction for Monday)
Revelations – Meditation
All that you have written is sure and will come true: the Lord God who inspires the prophets has sent his angel to reveal to his servants what is soon to take place. Look, I come like a thief! Blessed is the one who stays awake and remains clothed, so as not to go naked and be shamefully exposed.” Terrible things will happen before Jesus returns. Blessed are those who believe. Let the sinner continue sinning, and the
unclean continue to be unclean; let the upright continue in his uprightness, and those who are holy continue to be holy. Behold, I am coming quickly, to render to every man according to what he has done. “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end.” (22:12-13).
Prayer
Dear God, we pray for the fulfilment of Your glorious promise of Your Kingdom, a New Heaven and New earth. We stand on the authority conferred upon us as your disciples. We command, in the name of Jesus Christ, to crush and defeat the devil and all his demons that have power over our families, churches communities and all of mankind. We pray for your mercy that all souls worldwide will be saved through the redemptive blood of your son Jesus Christ. We pray that all religions come in unity and peace to praise Jesus Christ, your son, the Lord and Judge of the Universe. Grant that we inherit Eternal Life. Amen
Refrain: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God and the Word was God.
Chorus: (response) Through Him all things were made and redeemed. Amen
3 Glory Be’s
LITANY OF THE SACRED SCRIPTURE
2021 SACRED SCRIPTURE Novena Begins
CMD has an annual novena of exaltation of the Sacred Scripture that ends with three days Sacred Scripture Convention, June 15-July 15. This novena instils (and restores) love for the Word of God and animates fellowship with the Holy Spirit, the Sacred Author; it (re) consecrates persons to Truth. The Sacred Scripture has fallen into disuse in many parts of the world and in many sectors of every society, and in the same proportion, the manifestation of the power of His Kingdom has been disabled in these areas. Obvious also is a deterioration seen in various societies caused by undoing of the moral fibers that sustain societal and individual common good and peace.
In the past years we recited the Chaplet of the Sacred Scripture daily with a Talk for this novena. This year, with the completion of the Millennium Prayer Book, the daily prayers for the novena are much simplified. By providence, the seven days of the week corresponds to the seven divisions of the Sacred Scripture; thus, for each day, only a section of the Sacred Scripture and the Litany of the Sacred Scripture will be prayed. We will have Talks only on Mondays and Fridays. Kindly call in by 8pm NY with this number 1 (712) 7704340 access code 331973#; for the novena prayers see (cmdorg.org) or send us an email at (cmd4healing@gmail.come)
BENEFITS OF the Sacred Scripture Novena.
Sacred Scripture novena is connected with the millennium manifest reign of Christ the King, “the kingdom of the universe has become the Kingdom of Christ.” Every kingdom or country has a constitution; the Sacred Scripture is the Constitution of the Kingdom of Christ the King. The glorious manifestation of Christ the King in the millennium-reign is preceded by removing the blockages that have kept the full manifestation of the active powers of God who is present in the Eucharist and in human hearts. Sin and darkness have been the cause. The manifestation of Christ in this millennium reign does not mean that He will be seen coming down from the clouds; however, His active power and presence in human hearts and especially in the Holy Eucharist will be exceptional. Recently, I read these resonating words, “And so I ask myself: how is it that in heaven Jesus is the bliss and the joy of all the blessed, yet here on this earth, where He is present in the Eucharist, He cannot explode with His power and become our joy and greatest beatitude? Why doesn’t this happen? The Eucharistic Christ cannot manifest His power because of the obstacles we put in the way. For example, let’s take atomic energy – it is an extremely powerful energy, extremely strong, which, however, cannot be released until we create the necessary condition – the fusion of the atom. If we create this condition, the atomic energy
explodes. And so I say that the power of the Eucharistic Christ is kept from manifesting itself by the obstacles we put in the way; and the obstacle is sin – individual sin, social sin, sin set as the norm of action. All of this sin is a rejection that we make; it is a barrier that we place” (Retreat to Priests, Fr. Gobbi, 1996).
As a priest who has lived in different continents and witnessed the manifest power of the Eucharist in different places, you can see the direct connection between faith and manifestation of divine power among persons. Unbelief is a serious sin of the current world disabling manifestations of divine powers and presence, “because of their unbelief, He couldn’t do any miracles among them” (Mk.6:5). Restoring the Word of God is key to restoring faith and the universal manifestation of divine power of Christ in His reign of peace, “faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ” (Rom. 10:17). CMD has received this novena of exaltation of the Sacred Word of God as a necessary preparation (and sustenance) for the era of peace.