Lectio Divina
a journey in prayer and scripture
| Saturdays 9:00 am to 10:00 am St. Timothy's Episcopal Church 1020 24th Street, West Des Moines |
Thursdays 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm Faith Lutheran Church 10394 University Avenue, Clive |
| Tim Goldman, 745-9842 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
Jan Stegeman, 556-5587 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it |
You are invited to come journey together in prayer and scripture at two Central Iowa prayer groups. The experience of "praying the scriptures" is an ancient practice that has been bringing people closer to God for centuries. Also known as "Lectio Divina," this practice involves four stages:
Read
Reflect
Respond
Rest
Listening to the word of God in Scripture is a traditional way of cultivating friendship with Christ. It is a way of listening to the texts of Scripture as if we were in conversation with Christ and He were suggesting the topics of conversation. The regular encounter with Christ and reflection on His word leads beyond mere acquaintanceship to an attitude of friendship, trust, and love. Conversation simplifies and gives way to communing.
This is a rewarding discipline to be experienced in a group. Please join us and experience both prayer and scripture on a deep level.
Questions: Paul Witmer, 276-3781
Visit the Events area for current Lectio Divina retreats and workshops
Come here and listen to me! I'll pour out the spirit of wisdom upon you and make you wise.
(Proverbs 1:23)
Upcoming Events
The Dark Night of the Soul
Spiritual Journey Series
2nd Tuesday of each Month
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Contemplative Dimensions of the 12 Steps
Exploring Centering Prayer as an 11th Step Practice
Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
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A New Freedom!
An Introduction to Centering Prayer
March 10, 2012
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United in Prayer Day
March 17, 2012
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