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  • 40 DAY LENTEN CHALLENGE  

    The Teresian Method of Meditation 

    In the last year, I have been using the Teresian method of meditation in my prayer life which I have found to be an effective way of developing spontaneous prayer.  I would like, in the first 10 days of Lent, to introduce you to this method of prayer. 

    As way of introduction, here is a brief synopsis of the method and how I will apply it for these Lenten meditations.  According to St. Teresa, “mental prayer is friendly intercourse and frequent solitary converse with Him who we know loves us.”  


    The Teresian method of meditation can be structured in seven steps, group together in three stages: 

    INTRODUCTORY : 

    1. Preparation:  Print out the daily scripture readings using the link provided, or have them available on your computer or phone.  Find a convenient time, at least 20 minutes, in a quiet place to spend with God.  It is helpful to practice this method at the same time every day.  Place yourself in the Presence of God.  There will be a short passage under the section The Presence of God to help with this. 

    1. Reading:  Slowly and thoughtfully read the Scripture passages for today. 

    ESSENTIAL : 

    1. Reflection/Meditation:  I will provide an excerpt or two from the readings to guide you into your meditation.  Spend at least 10 minutes in silent mediation, staying with the readings allowing them to inflame your heart with Gods love for you and His wish to be loved by you.  This will naturally lead into the next step. 

    1. Colloquy: This consists of loving conversation with God, the heart of prayer in which we tell Him, in our own words that I want to have Him, that I want to advance in His holy love, and that I wish to prove my love for Him by my actions, by doing His holy will for me.  Again, a short start to this conversation is provided that will help you into a deeper conversation.   

    OPTIONAL : 

    This stage is intended to help in prolonging your colloquy. 

    1. Thanksgiving: We tell God of our gratitude for all that He has done for us 

    1. Offering: We make a good resolution that tangibly expresses our love for God and our gratitude to Him. 

    2. Petition: We ask God to help us for we are weak and frail creatures.

     

    God Bless 

    Cheryl Pilkington, Spiritual Director 
    David Morgan, parishioner 
    Deacon Joe Mills 
    Deacon Jim Caldwell 

     

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St. John Vianney Catholic Church 
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Prince Frederick MD 20678- 4123
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