I spent some time this morning talking with a parishioner about daily prayer. I suggested that finding a type of prayer that allows you to become open to the presence of God is what’s most important. There are all kinds of options—here are a few:
· Daily Devotions, Book of Common Prayer, p. 136 .
· Meditations in Forward Day by Day (copies available in Yeaton Hall).
· Prayer beads – we have them as the Anglican rosary – ask me about them.
· Walking prayer – just as simple as that… take a walk and pray.
· Singing your prayers – just like walking prayer, but singing! Perhaps a favorite hymn.
· Praying the Psalms – you can pray through the psalms in a month using the daily notations in the Book of Common Prayer.
· Ignatian Prayer – read a story from the gospels and then place yourself in the story and imagine it as vividly as you can… what are the sights and smells, who else is there, what’s the weather like, how do you feel, and how do you respond to God in this moment.
· Journaling prayer – make time to write down your prayer thoughts and note answers to prayer.
· Gratitudes – take time each day to give thanks to God… consider keeping a gratitude journal.
· The prayer pause…
However you start, or walk though, or end your day, I hope you take a moment for prayer. I think you'll like it!
