A Moment to Pause - a short daily audio reflection rooted in Sacred Scripture

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Every morning at 8:30am you are invited to join a 90-second daily reflection podcast rooted in Sacred Scripture, focusing on the Gospel reading of the day. Join us for your daily moment to pause. A Moment to Pause is a short daily reflection offering 90 seconds of peace, hope, and quiet reflection. Each episode provides a simple reflection and prayer to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with God every day. Whether on your daily commute or during a moment of quiet at home, these brief audio reflections guide you toward a deeper connection with God each day. The podcast is presented by members of the Oblate Family - people from all walks of life who live in the Anglo-Irish Province (England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales & Denmark) of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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    A Moment To Pause: Wednesday 21st October 2026

    Good morning and welcome to our daily podcast. This week we join Mary Ryan from Kilburn for our short moment of prayer and reflection with today's Gospel message. In today's gospel, Jesus tells us that much is required from the person to whom much is given, and much more is required from the person to whom much more is given. Jesus' parable of the faithful or unfaithful servant calls those who have heard the Word of God to be like the faithful servant, and to do the Father's will in their daily lives, and so then, to reap their heavenly reward. The unfaithful servant who knowingly neglects God's will forfeits their place in the kingdom. We have a choice.  Lord, help us to discern God's will for us, and to willingly follow this guidance. Steady us in times of doubt and reluctance so that we return to God's ways. Make us trusty servants reflect your love through us. Amen.  Glory be to the father, and to the son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Have a blessed day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Tuesday 20th October 2026

    Good morning and welcome to our daily podcast. This week we join Mary Ryan from Kilburn for our short moment of prayer and reflection with today's Gospel message. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Good morning, and welcome to a Moment to Pause with the Oblate family. Jesus spoke often about the need to be ready for the coming of the Son of Man - which will be at a time we are not expecting - ready in the sense of living lives pleasing to God and in solidarity with our neighbours, especially the poor and the needy. In today's gospel, Jesus spoke of our need to be like the watchful servants who are ready in every way for their master to return to a well-run house with their lamps lit after his time away at a wedding.  This is a challenge to make every day count, and not put off the changes we need to make in our lives so that we're pleasing to God all the time.  Lord, help us to be mindful of the needs of others and to do your will to live our daily lives guided by the gospel values. And like the Watchful Servant, be ready for the coming of the Lord.  Glory be to the Father and to the Son and the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, forever and ever. Amen. Have a blessed day!

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    A Moment To Pause: Monday 19th October 2026

    Good morning and welcome to our daily podcast. This week we join Mary Ryan from Kilburn for our short moment of prayer and reflection with today's Gospel message. In the name of the father, and of the son, and of the Holy Spirit. Good morning, and welcome to A Moment to Pause with the Oblate family. In today's gospel, Jesus warned against greed, the desire to accumulate more and more worldly wealth, because this is not the wealth that leads us to God and our salvation.  In the parable of the Rich Fool, Jesus highlighted the futility of the rich farmer who built bigger, bigger barns to store his crops and planned to live a life of ease and pleasure but was told by God his life was to end and his riches would be left for others and be of no use to him. Because of his greed, the rich fool was not pleasing to God. He lacked the true wealth of being judged righteous by God. Lord, help us to have generous hearts to do our part in making God's kingdom here on earth, by sharing with and serving others for God's glory. And on death with God's grace and mercy receiving our reward in heaven.  Glory be to the father, and to the son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Have a great day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Sunday 18th October 2026

    This week join Roberto Forti, from Crewe, for our Moment To Pause reflections on the daily Gospel readings. Good morning and welcome to A Moment To Pause with the Oblates.  This Sunday we will reflect on todays Gospel reading from Matthew 22:15-21.  Today the Pharisees are out to trap Jesus again with their questioning. As expected Jesus is very angry with this and answers them with a short response with no room to find fault. He says, “ Very well, give back to Caesar what belongs to Caesar – and to God what belongs to God.”   Although Jesus does not agree with the unfair taxes, the money that is asked for is made in Caesars likeness, therefore belongs to him. But in the same way, men and women are made in Gods likeness and so should be cared for and returned to God. We are all made in Gods likeness, so each of us is equal to one another and deserves the same respect no matter the rank you may hold. In Gods eye we are all equal.   We pray,   Our Father, who art in heaven,  hallowed be thy name;  thy kingdom come;  thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread.  And forgive us our trespasses,  as we forgive those who trespass against us.  And lead us not into temptation,  but deliver us from evil.  Amen.    Thank you for joining us and have a blessed day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Saturday 17th October 2026

    This week join Roberto Forti, from Crewe, for our Moment To Pause reflections on the daily Gospel readings. Good morning and welcome to A Moment To Pause with the Oblates.  This Saturday we will reflect on todays Gospel reading from Luke 12:8-12.  Today's Gospel is calling us to be active witness to Gods work on earth through Jesus. Jesus is calling us not to be passive witnesses but to openly say we are with Him and believe in God. Jesus says, “I tell you, if anyone openly declares himself for me in the presence of men, the Son of Man will declare himself for him in the presence of the angels.” For when we openly share with others that we are with Jesus and act and follow in His footsteps, then Jesus will continue to be with us and declare us one with the Son of God when we enter his heavenly kingdom.   We pray Lord Jesus, give me the courage to acknowledge You in my words and actions. Help me not to be afraid of what others may think, and teach me to trust the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.   Thank you for joining us and have a blessed day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Friday 16th October 2026

    This week join Roberto Forti, from Crewe, for our Moment To Pause reflections on the daily Gospel readings. Good morning and welcome to A Moment To Pause with the Oblates.  This Friday we will reflect on todays Gospel reading from Luke 12:1-7.  Todays Gospel reminds us that no one is forgotten in Gods sight. It can feel at times God has forgotten us, especially in moments of hardship or loss. We can be forgiven for often thinking that God has all of creation to be thinking about so why would he remember me in each moment of every day. But Jesus reminds us that “every hair on your head has been counted.”  We are so treasured by God that he even remembers the littlest of details about each and everyone of us. Jesus wants us not to be afraid in those times of hardship and know that is the time when God is closest to us, even if we can’t see it.   Let us pray the Lord's Prayer together, confident that our Heavenly Father knows us, loves us, and watches over us each day.  Our Father, who art in heaven,  hallowed be thy name;  thy kingdom come;  thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread.  And forgive us our trespasses,  as we forgive those who trespass against us.  And lead us not into temptation,  but deliver us from evil.  Amen.  Thank you for joining us and have a blessed day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Thursday 15th October 2026

    This week join Roberto Forti, from Crewe, for our Moment To Pause reflections on the daily Gospel readings. Good morning and welcome to A Moment To Pause with the Oblates.  This Thursday we will reflect on todays Gospel reading from John 15:1-8.  “I am the vine, you are the branches.” Jesus said to the disciples in todays Gospel. He reminds us that like any branch we must reach into vine to receive the nutrients to grow and produce fruits. It is true for us as well. Each day we should reach to Jesus through our hearts to receive Gods love and wisdom from His Son to develop and grow our talents.  When we rely on Jesus for his guidance and Gods love, we findmore joy in our days, our talents strengthen to bear fruits to help others. But when we have a doubt in faith of Jesus, we often feel disconnected to our roots, to God.  Our days can feel a tad darker and we struggle to see the small kindnesses in each day.    Let us pray.  Heavenly Father, Thank You for sending Jesus, the true vine, and for inviting me to remain in Him. Teach me to stay close to You each day, drawing my strength, hope, and life from Your love.  Lord, keep me united with You as a branch remains joined to the vine. May I never drift away from Your grace but always find my home and strength in You. Amen.  Thank you for joining us and have a blessed day.

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    A Moment To Pause: Wednesday 14th October 2026

    This week join Roberto Forti, from Crewe, for our Moment To Pause reflections on the daily Gospel readings. Good morning and welcome to A Moment To Pause with the Oblates.  Today Jesus speaks about adding to other peoples burdens. He says to the lawyers, ‘because you load on men burdens that are unendurable, burdens that you yourselves do not move a finger to lift.”   The lawyers as well as the pharisees often take time to add to the burdens of others, reminding them of laws that must be followed and taking up high places in society demanding respect. But Jesus points out that they never earn back that respect, never take time to lessen the burdens of those they ask so much of. Jesus is encouraging us to keep our minds open to those around us and where we see someone struggling find small ways, we can help before demanding more of them. This morning let us consider if there are ways we can help to carry or take away some of the burdens of our loved ones or colleagues. Perhaps consider if there is someone, who we expect a lot from at the moment and think if we can take the time to offer them help in return today.   Let us pray:  Lord, Teach me to show kindness instead of judgement, understanding instead of criticism, and mercy instead of pride. When I place burdens on others through my words, expectations, or impatience, help me to lift them up rather than weigh them down.  Glory be to the Father and to the  Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen

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Every morning at 8:30am you are invited to join a 90-second daily reflection podcast rooted in Sacred Scripture, focusing on the Gospel reading of the day. Join us for your daily moment to pause. A Moment to Pause is a short daily reflection offering 90 seconds of peace, hope, and quiet reflection. Each episode provides a simple reflection and prayer to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with God every day. Whether on your daily commute or during a moment of quiet at home, these brief audio reflections guide you toward a deeper connection with God each day. The podcast is presented by members of the Oblate Family - people from all walks of life who live in the Anglo-Irish Province (England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales & Denmark) of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate.

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