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Tag: sacred word

What Do You Do When You Can’t Quiet Your Mind During Centering Prayer?

August 20, 2026 Rich Lewis Leave a comment

What do you do when you cannot quiet your mind during centering prayer? Nothing. You do not try to stop…

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Posted in: General Filed under: centering prayer, christian meditation, contemplative prayer, God’s Presence, prayer practice, sacred word, silent prayer, Sit Quietly with God, Spiritual Growth, Thomas Keating

What Sacred Word Should I Choose?

May 17, 2026 Rich Lewis Leave a comment

What sacred word should I choose? Pick a word that simply serves as a symbol of your intention to sit…

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Posted in: General Filed under: beginners guide, centering prayer, christian meditation, connection with God, contemplative prayer, prayer life, sacred word, silent prayer, Spiritual Growth, Thomas Keating

How to Choose Your Sacred Word

September 11, 2023 Rich Lewis 5 Comments

What should my sacred word be during centering prayer? Let me ask you this question. Are you an auditory, visual…

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Posted in: General Filed under: centering prayer, sacred word

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  • Find Your WellAugust 23, 2026
    Just show up. Find your well. Dig deep and see where it takes you. Centering prayer is my well. I began this practice in June of 2014. It resonated with me. As much as possible,…
  • What Do You Do When You Can’t Quiet Your Mind During Centering Prayer?August 20, 2026
    What do you do when you cannot quiet your mind during centering prayer? Nothing. You do not try to stop your thoughts. That is not the goal of centering prayer. Thoughts will come. Plans. Worries.…
  • How Do I Handle Anxiety?August 16, 2026
    How do I handle anxiety? I think most of us suffer from anxiety from time to time. Let me share how I handle it. I practice centering prayer twice per day. Twice per day, I…
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