Steps

 

1

Choose a text from Scripture that you wish to pray.

2

Make an act of the presence of God, such as slowly crossing yourself, placing yourself in God's presence.

3

Ask for what you want from God in this time of prayer.

Ask too for the help of the Spirit as you pray.

5

Read the text slowly, until a word or phrase catches yourattention, or somehow says, "I am for you today.”

6

Chew over, ponder upon the word or phrase.

Let it speak into your life.

7

Allow this reflection to invite you into dialogue with God, sharing what is with you.

8

Rest in God.

When ready, return to the text and continue reading.

9

At the end of your prayer time, finish with a prayer such as the Our Father.

More tasters

Coming Home at the End of the Day

Lectio Divina

Praying with the Lord’s Supper