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Lectio Divina by Benediction monastics is good. I was an oblate (lay person in association with a monastery) for nine years until I moved to another part of our state. We did this daily and I still do. A simple approach we were taught by the Benedictine sisters at least for group
Lectio Divina was to..
Pick a relevant passage from scripture or a spiritual writing (e.g. One of the Sunday liturgy readings or something from the Early Fathers would be good). Read it once slowly. Pause to reflect. Pick a significant word or phrase. Repeat this word or phrase over and over and share with others this word or phrase if this is done in a group. (Sometimes we oblates did ours together). Do not enter into discussion, however. Read or have someone (if a group) reread the same passage. Reflect some more. Then briefly share your feelings about the word or phrase. Pause again for quiet reflection. Finally read or have someone read the passage again. Then take a few minutes to reflect upon how this word or phrase has impacted your life, experiences, etc. If in a group take turns sharing and listen intently as each shares. Do not interrupt nor argue. Conclude with a group prayer when everyone is done. [Break for socializing]
This is no concrete or universal rule or method...but worked for us and does work individually for me as well. It not only lets the entire passage sink in but gives one the opportunity to reflect on a significant part of it and the meaning for one's life if it is done prayerfully.
In Christ,
Porter...who won't be posting again until next week. Grand kids are coming to visit.
