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LECTIO
DIVINA

Lectio divina is a method of prayer from the monastic tradition of Christianity. It is translated as “holy reading,” “divine reading”, “meditative reading,” or “spiritual reading.”

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IGNATIAN GOSPEL CONTEMPLATION

Ignatian contemplation is a very active way of praying that engages the mind and heart and stirs up thoughts and emotions and is suited especially for the Gospels.

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Weekly Reflection

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Therefore, Stay Awake!

11-08-2026  |  We Celebrate Worship Resource, Vol. 51, No. 2

In today's first reading, we are urged to await the arrival of wisdom, personified as a woman who will come to those who watch for her. Saint Paul writes that those who have died await the coming of the Lord. In the Gospel, ten bridesmaids await the arrival of the bridegroom, who is long delayed and arrives after midnight. Half are unprepared, however, and end up locked out. Jesus tells his disciples that this is not just any wedding feast, but the kingdom of heaven, which may arrive at any time. Are we ready? If the Lord returns tonight, or if our life ends today, are we ready to greet him, the font of wisdom, the one who marries heaven and earth, joining all those who have died in the light of Christ? As we approach the end of Matthew's Gospel and the end of the Church year, let us recall what we heard near the beginning of both, from John the Baptist: "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!... Produce good fruit as evidence of your repentance" (Matthew 3:2, 8). May we repent and produce good fruit, which, like the wise bridesmaids' oil, will prepare us for the heavenly feast.

How will you produce good fruit that will not run low?


¡Estén, pues, preparados!

En la primera lectura de hoy, se nos exhorta a aguardar la llegada de la sabiduría, personificada como una mujer que acudirá a quienes la esperan. San Pablo escribe que los que han muerto aguardan la venida del Señor. En el Evangelio, diez jóvenes esperan la llegada del esposo, quien tarda en aparecer y llega pasada la medianoche. Sin embargo, la mitad de ellas no están preparadas y terminan quedándose fuera. Jesús dice a sus discípulos que no se trata de un banquete de bodas cualquiera, sino del reino de los cielos, el cual puede llegar en cualquier momento. ¿Estamos preparados? Si el Señor regresara esta noche, o si nuestra vida terminara hoy, ¿estaríamos listos para recibirlo a Él, fuente de la sabiduría, Aquel que une el cielo y la tierra, congregando a todos los que han fallecido en la luz de Cristo? Al acercarnos al final del Evangelio de Mateo y al cierre del año litúrgico, recordemos lo que escuchamos casi al comienzo de ambos, de labios de Juan el Bautista: "¡Arrepiéntanse, porque el reino de los cielos está cerca!... Produzcan buenos frutos como prueba de su arrepentimiento" (Mateo 3,2.8). Ojalá nos arrepintamos y demos buenos frutos; estos, al igual que el aceite de las jóvenes prudentes, nos prepararán para el banquete celestial.

¿Cómo producirás buenos frutos que no se agoten?

Events

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Adult Sacramental Preparation

Adults seeking to receive First Communion and Confirmation are invited to join sacramental preparation classes beginning Sun, Nov 15, in English and Sun, Nov 22, in Spanish.

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Little Blue Book

Spend quiet time with the Lord this Advent and Christmas season with the Little Blue Book, offered by St. Francis of Assisi for daily Scripture readings and reflections.

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Prayer Shawl

The shawls can be crocheted, sewn, woven or knitted. Any parishioner may request a prayer shawl for themselves or someone else.

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Thanksgiving Food Drive

Bags for our Thanksgiving Food Drive will be distributed after Mass on Nov 7/8 and collected after Mass on Nov 14/15.

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Be Still: Introduction to Centering Prayer Workshop

St. Patrick Church in Mt. Dora will host a free workshop introducing Centering Prayer, a gentle practice rooted in the Christian monastic tradition that encourages a deeper interior life and connection with God.

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Retiro de Hombres de San José: Tras Las Huellas de San José

Hombre, Dios no te llama a ser perfecto, te llama a ser el protector, el lider y el pilar de tu familia; despierta al San José que llevas dentro.

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Community Weddings

Any couple wishing to participate in the Community Wedding must begin the application process at the Office of Faith Formation with Ms. Mercedes Henry.

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Pilgrimage to Mary, Queen of the Universe Basilica

Join us for a pilgrimage to Mary, Queen of the Universe Basilica, featuring visits to sacred sites and exhibits for $25 per person, including a light lunch.

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