Session 6

Contemplation

Questions

  • 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?

Reflection & Prayer

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.

Resources

Contemplation Resources

These can be found at prayercourse.org/toolshed

  • Silent Prayer

  • How to Take a One Day Retreat

  • How to Undertake a Pilgrimage