Having a place and a time for a daily retreat is really helpful in the formation of a discipline and practice. As an Oblate with the St. John’s Benedictine Community (Collegeville, MN), it is my goal to pray at 7:00 a.m. which is the time the community gathers for Liturgy of Morning Prayer. I must confess that I am not perfect in keeping this time, but, having the time set aside, helps me in my practice.
In my living room, I have a place for prayer that during the rest of the day looks like room decoration. I turn my chair to this spot and have my place. I then light a candle as a ritual of transition. I need a ritual of transition to clear my mind and to help me focus.
Where can you go for a place of prayer? What time would work best for you? Let me know. I would be interested.
