How appropriate that my letter for P
happens to be for prayer...and is scheduled to fall on Good Friday.
I will be posting two letters on
Thursday, April 17 because April 18 is Good Friday. As a practicing
Catholic, I try not to do much on Good Friday. It's a day of prayer
and reflection, and one of the few days that Catholics are asked to
fast (I don't fast because I'm hypoglycemic and get sick if I do).
After my second ankle surgery, I asked
if I could see a priest while I was in the hospital. I wish I
remembered his name, because he was a truly nice man to speak with.
He offered me confession and afterward I was given communion. It was
a little spiritual boost for me...something that my soul was thirsty
for.
Prayer has gotten me through a lot of
tough times in my life and this past year has been no different.
There are times that I need to calm myself...either because I have
anxiety, or depression, or pain. At these times I take out my rosary
beads and pray. It's a form of meditation for me.
Do you have certain
prayers or meditation techniques that help you get through hard
times?
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I'm totally with you. I start every day and end every night with prayer, and slip in at least 3 to five between. I don't think I could make it through the day without prayer. Even cyborgs need divine assistance. ;)
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I think Cyborgs needs extra assistance!
DeleteI tend to pray short prayers throughout the day. I try to say thank you more than ask for things as much as I can. Just meditating is good sometimes.
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining in with the #AZchat
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I had fun with my first twitter chat! A nice group of people makes things easier :)
DeleteI think prayers of thanks are probably my favorite...it puts you in a grateful state of mind...being happy for what you have is a good way to be.
Prayer definitely is miraculous! I pray twice everyday when I begin and end my day.I'm sure it must be a big solace to you when you're recovering from your illness.
ReplyDeleteIt was very helpful to have the priest come to the hospital to pray with me. And during recovery, it has helped me get through some tough times.
DeleteHi, I love prayer. I try to pray in the quiet of the night for my tween daughter and family. I like to pray when the house is quiet and the lights out. I will pray for you and your quick recovery. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Mary! You are too kind...God bless you!
DeleteYou know I do! I love the Memorare...especially the end where we say Never was it known, that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help or sought your intercession was left unaided..."
ReplyDeleteSO encouraging!
Three words...Blessed Mother rocks!
DeleteMy most favorite part of my job is introducing young children to prayer at mealtimes. We keep it non-denominational but they are so precious as they totally speak from the heart. I may have to video it someday. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteYour welcome! It's cute teaching prayer to little ones...it's so easy for them to be grateful sometimes...and the things they are happy about can sometimes be funny :)
DeleteI know it helps some people. Glad it helps you.
ReplyDeleteHeather
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