What is happening this week on your Lenten journey?
As we enter the last few weeks of Lent, I want to offer more ideas for trying out a breath prayer. We have been adding to Laura's plan to collect and send you supporting ideas your Lenten practice throughout the season. More below!
For today, here is another round
of breath prayers.
Match words to your breath, then pray the prayer at any point through the day or night. Here are some new suggestions for breath prayers. I hope you will compose one that meets your spirit where you are today.
On your inhale, breathe in a name for God.
On your exhale, breathe out a plea for what you need.
Inhale... Exhale...
God of Compassion,
Hear our cries
Spirit of Life, Guide my choices
Jesus Christ, Beloved One Have mercy on me
This third breath prayer is a variation of the "the Jesus Prayer." It is a prayer that comes out of the story of Jesus healing Blind Bartimaeus (Mark 10:46-52). How do other stories from scripture give themselves to being prayed?
For additional ideas about Lenten practices, take a look at this post from last year with five Lenten practices for responding to this moment. Ask yourself these three questions as you consider your plans for Lent. Check out these ideas for children and grownups as your community navigates the season.
Warmly,
Eileen
