Somewhere I read or heard that a Benedictine monastic was to daily strive to be more Christ-like realizing that it will never be accomplished in this life. Walk with God and deepening that relationship is a lifelong journey and I must learn to follow God’s lead and not outrun Him.

Over time I have learned to take moments when they come and sit…[Read more]

Good evening. I am just starting. The Daily Office provides a good foundation for prayer. As I go about my work day I look forward to sitting down to Vespers and refocusing on God. In my experience, contemplative prayer is sitting with God, talking to Him, listening.

“Be still, and know I am God,” Psalm 46:10.This seems simple. But for me to practice it is a challenge when I am easily distracted by my own thoughts. I agree that it seems counterproductive but God has called for stillness. He knows we need rest and cannot solve every problem. This is why I must lean on God.

“Be still, and know I am God,” Psalm 46:10.This seems simple. But for me to practice it is a challenge when I am easily distracted by my own thoughts. I agree that it seems counterproductive but God has called for stillness. He knows we need rest and cannot solve every problem. This is why I must lean on God.