Fire &
Grace Contemplative Prayer Service
Living Spirit United Church – February 23, 2012
Welcome
Opening
Reading (spoken together)
Thus
says the Lord: Do not let the wise boast in their wisdom, do not let the mighty
boast in their might, do not let the wealthy boast in their wealth; but let
those who boast glory in this, that they understand and know me, that I am the
Lord; I act with steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth; for
in these things I delight, says the Lord. (Jeremiah 9:23,24)
Chant:
Slowly blooms the
rose within,
slowly blooms the rose within.
(repeat)
Readings…
1st
reading – listen, what word or phrase draws you.
2nd
reading – listen, for an image that relates to your life.
3rd
reading – listen, what might God be calling you to?
Most gracious Presence, let me not be arrogant, nor
boast of my virtuous deeds; Let me not seek fame or set my heart on the riches
of the world. Help me to calm and quiet
my soul, like a child quieted at its mother’s breast; like a child that is
quieted, be so my soul.
(Psalm 131 trans Nan C Merrill)
Chant:
Slowly blooms the
rose within,
slowly blooms the rose within.
(repeat)
Silent Meditation (15-20 minutes ended
by a bell)
Prayers of the people followed by Our Father.
Chant:
All shall be well
And all shall be well
And all manner of things shall be well.
(repeat)
Closing: (spoken together)
God, my friend,
I
offer You each moment of this day;
Whatever
comes – the unexpected challenges,
Diversions from my plans,
The need-filled glance,
The expectations and complaints,
The being taken for granted,
The slights and sleights-of-hand.
I’d
be grateful if You could keep me aware of my pesky habits…
And,
between us, perhaps we can enliven the spirits of those I live and work with…
Whatever
else befalls,
I trust we can cope with it. Amen.
(A
Lenten Prayer of Dedication)
Namaste.
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