Contemplative Scripture Reading

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the Lectio Divina method: Preparation: Lectio Divina: Example: Let’s say you […]

Here’s a walkthrough of a Franciscan contemplative scripture reading, emphasizing themes of creation, humility, and compassion: Preparation: Reading & Contemplation:

Here’s a walkthrough of a Dominican contemplative scripture reading, focusing on the pursuit of truth, study, and preaching: Preparation: Reading

Here’s a walkthrough of a Benedictine contemplative scripture reading, emphasizing themes of stability, obedience, and listening to God’s Word: Preparation:

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading utilizing the Celtic “Thin Places” Meditation: Preparation: Reading & Contemplation in the

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the “Praying the Scriptures” (Adaptation) method, with a focus on personalizing

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the “Imaginative Prayer” (Visualization) method, focusing on the story of Jesus

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the “Journaling Meditation” method: Preparation: Reading & Meditation: Example: Let’s say

Visio Divina applies contemplative principles to visual art, including religious paintings, icons, or even photographs that inspire spiritual reflection.  Steps:

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the Centering Prayer Method: Preparation: Centering Prayer with Scripture: Closing: Example:

Here’s a walkthrough of a contemplative scripture reading using the “Praying the Psalms” method, focusing on Psalm 23: Preparation: Reading