The purpose of this contemplative prayer station is to be still, which is rare in our culture, and allow oneself to listen to the “still, small, voice” of God.

Directions for Leadership:
Set up an area comfortable for people to sit or kneel for a long period of time and place the directions below around the area.  Try to make the area inviting and fairly dim so that it feels more private.

Prayer Station Instructions:
At this station you will not be praying “for” anything or “about” anything or thinking of any specific thoughts. You are to simply be still, silent, and listen to God.

Ask God to calm your mind and to remove distracting thoughts.  Begin by paying attention to your breathing and relax individual muscles. As thoughts come, think about them only briefly and then let it pass on. It may help to imagine putting those thoughts one by one on a shelf or letting them go like balloons.  Let your stillness be your prayer to God. Listen to what thoughts God’s Spirit brings forward in your mind.