Centering Prayer Teaches Us Patience
Centering Prayer teaches us to be patient. Life does not always go as we always want it to. We want things now. God has other plans. Sometimes we have to wait a bit longer. Other…
Steven Lawson Returns: Founder of The Monk Manual
I am excited to have Steven Lawson, Founder of the Monk Manual back for a second interview. The first interview was in March of 2019. I thought it would be fun to chat with him…
Centering Prayer: Going Deeper
How do you go deeper in God? Let go. Be kind to yourself. Be gentle with yourself. Forgive yourself. Get out of the way. Think of yourself as a beginner. Like a child, come to…
Centering Prayer Is All About Consent
Centering Prayer is all about CONSENT. We consent to the presence and actions of God within. We open to God and say, “Here I am. Do with me what you wish. I trust you.” Why…
A Lesson in Meandering by Jeff Grills
In a sturdy orange kayak, learning to paddle, Trying to avoid a soaking topple, I manage a zig-zag trail through the lake. With one stroke, I head toward the left shore, With its…
Centering Prayer: A Unique and Personal Journey
Centering prayer is a unique, personal journey. We each start where we are and enter the mystery of God. When we center we let go of all preconceived notions. We let God be God. We…
