Heart to Heart
This
is a prayer to use as a closing for a youth meeting or as a way to deepen group connection.
It is a practice of praying for self and another, and links a group physically
and spiritually. To begin, have the whole group stand close together in a
circle.
Leader:
Take a deep breath in and out and place
your left hand over your heart. Close your eyes if you wish. Feel the warmth of
your heart where your hand is. Breathe deeply. In your own mind, offer a pray er for yourself,and what you may need on this
day.
(Time of silence for personal prayers)
Take your right hand and
place it on the (left) shoulder of the person on your right. Feel your connection
to this person, and in your own mind offer a pray er
for their well-being and peace. (Time of silence)
Notice how we are standing
in this circle of connected hearts. Feel the energy and warmth of these
connected people. Offer a silent prayer for the life of this group. (Time
of silence)
This is a circle of
friendship, this is a circle of energy, this is a circle where God’s presence
moves in mysterious ways. In this circle of care, in love and friendship, we
give thanks. Amen.
© This prayer practice and
all of those on the Sunday Morning Blog Post can be found in: "Go
Deep: Spiritual Practices for Youth Ministry" Wood Lake Publishing
Doris is the Youth Director for the United Church of Canada in BC.
Doris is the Youth Director for the United Church of Canada in BC.
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