Many contemplatives have difficulty praying for a specific purpose because most of their prayer time is spent in quiet meditation simply being in God’s presence. Sometimes a prayer has purpose. This prayer is simply a format that integrates contemplative practices while asking God to join you in praying for a purpose that calls you to prayer.
Remote Prayer for the Contemplative
Stand or Sit in Silence – Light Candle if possible
(Hands cupped in front of you, chest level)
Say aloud or in secret:
I open myself to prayer. Divine Source, whom/what should we select to put into my hands so that together we might join in prayer for them/situation?
– Someone I care about/love?
– Someone I find difficult to love/be with?
– A situation?
– Creation?
– Other?
(Hands over heart)
– I bring that person/situation into my heart, where You dwell.
(Hands extended)
– I submit that person/situation into your total love and care.
(Hands in prayer position/bowing)
– I bow in gratitude that you are present and praying with me; and that you hold all in your love and light. As I send prayerful energy to this person/situation, I am grateful that your loving will has been done.
Rest and Sit
(Hands in receiving position)
– I welcome you in quiet meditation – your love, your will and your care of all creation.
Rest and Silence
(Hands relaxed)
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