The Family in Genesis

Program Format: Prayer Exercise

Habit of Prayer: Meditative Prayer

Liturgical Season: All Seasons

Program Category: Individual Resource

Exercise Length: 30 minutes

Meditative prayer is a great way to intentionally free your mind and hear from God. This exercise takes a look at an excerpt from John Paul II’s Letter to Families and encourages participants to carefully think through the passage for things that may stick out. This passage explores God’s relationship with man and how he chose to enter the world through a family. Also included are points to reflect on and take to prayer as well as tips for entering into meditation well. Learning to engage in meditative prayer can help to deepen your relationship with God and align your will with His.