Introduction to Our Contemplations

I am glad that you have requested to be part of this spiritual exercise. Each week I will suggest some readings on a subject, but don’t expect us to be moving quickly. The process of inner formation cannot be rushed, and must be according to the Spirit’s rhythm.

Consider each reading one at a time, and spend the number of days that seem to be good to you, reading and opening yourself to hearing whatever thoughts the Spirit might bring through your mind.

Although I will send out a suggested contemplation each week, I haven’t given a time limit. Take these at your own pace. If you do all three before the week is finished, go back and spend time with them again. If you are not ready to move on after one week, then continue on with these three readings.

You may find yourself wanting to journal some thoughts, write a prayer, pray through the passage, or whatever. We need to get into a rhythm of meditation and each one find what that is right for him or her.