By: Kelly

I am heavily dependent on my Book of Common Prayer for praying alone. I also find Lectio Divina to be a helpful way to enter into prayer. Praying is hard... Lighting candles, singing, crossing myself, saying the Our Father and the Jesus Prayer and other physical/embodied practices help me stay focused. I'm especially attached to my Virgin Mary candle. She is sometimes more approachable and warm and easy for me to contemplate than God. I would also love to hear if anyone has a recommendation for a devotional audiobook or podcast that is awesome (and doesn't make me roll my eyes/get pissed)!