• What did you find most helpful or most challenging in the video?

• What is your initial reaction to the practice of contemplation? 

• Does it excite you, scare you or bore you?

“It’s not how much we do but how much love we put into the actions that we do.”

• How does this quote from Mother Teresa challenge our culture’s attitude to social justice or practical action?

• It can be difficult to make time to pause and contemplate God. What rhythms could you put in place to grow this type of prayer in your life?

Stop to practise contemplation: “We are seeking to focus our minds fully on Jesus”.

Sit quietly and comfortably and take time to be still. Reflect on a Psalm, such as Psalm 19.

Contemplation Resources

These can be found at prayercourse.org/toolshed

• Silent Prayer

• How to Take a One Day Retreat 

• How to Undertake a Pilgrimage