"I would like in particular to recall and recommend the ancient tradition of Lectio Divina: the diligent reading of Sacred Scripture accompanied by prayer brings about that intimate dialogue in which the person reading hears God who is speaking, and in praying, responds to him with trusting openness of heart (cf. Dei Verbum, n.25) If it is effectively promoted, this practice will bring to the Church – I am convinced of it – a new spiritual springtime." - Pope Benedict XVI , September 2005

Lectio Divina is not a catechesis or a teaching but it is a prayer, a divine reading, a personal encounter with God in Sacred Scripture.

Each episode begins with a glimpse of Archbishop Collins presiding over Vespers at St. Michael’s Cathedral in downtown Toronto. Lectio Divina follows immediately afterwards. In each session Archbishop Collins slowly reads an excerpt from one of Paul’s Letters, offers a short reflection, and invites the congregation to quietly meditate on the passage.

The third season of Lectio Divina begins in September.  This year, Archbishop Collins will explore the Parables.  The following are dates for the broadcast edition of Lectio Divina with Archbishop Thomas Collins: The Parables of Jesus. 

Sunday, March 21, 2010: Matthew 25:14-30
The Talents

Sunday, April 18, 2010: Luke 12:18-20, 12:41-48
A Faithful and Wise Manager

Sunday, May 23, 2010: Luke 10:22-37
The Good Samaritan

Sunday, June 20, 2010: Luke 15:11-32
The Prodigal Son

Each broadcast begins at 8:30pm ET, with an encore presentation the following Wednesday, at 8pm ET.

Please note that these are broadcast dates, and the actual Lectio Divina session takes place the Sunday before.

For more information on Lectio Divina with Archbishop Thomas Collins, including Scripture text and background on the event, visit the official page on the Archdiocese of Toronto website. You may also watch selected Lectio Divina recordings here.

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