Matthew 28:1-10

1 After the Sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.2 And suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it.3 His appearance was like lightning and his clothing white as snow.4 For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men.5 But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified.6 He is not here, for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay.7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples, 'He has been raised from the dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him.' This is my message for you."8 So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy and ran to tell his disciples.9 Suddenly Jesus met them and said, "Greetings!" And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him.10 Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers and sisters to go to Galilee; there they will see me."

Monday: Mark 16:1-13

Tuesday: Luke 24:1-12

Wednesday: John 20:1-18

Thursday: 1 Corinthians 15:3-11

Friday: Romans 6:1-13

Steps for Reading Scripture Using Lectio Divina

1. Lectio: Read the text slowly and prayerfully, listening for the word that God has prepared for you. 

2. Meditatio: Read it again. When a word or phrase strikes you, rest with it. Allow it to speak, reflecting on what it means to you.

3. Oratio: Pray. Enter into a loving conversation with God. How is God speaking to you through this word of phrase?

4. Contemplatio: Release the word or phrase and read the text once more. Rest in God’s presence; God’s transforming embrace. Contemplation is not your action or doing, but allowing God to act within you.