Bold prayers are confident, open, and plain. They call us to pray together, say God's word back to God, and expect the impossible to become possible by the Spirit. Finally, we engaged in a contemplative prayer practice using prayer beads, visio divina, and the seven last sayings of Christ.

Acts 4:24-30

Week 3 Prayer Practice

Questions to consider—

Withward [Community]: How is my understanding of and engagement with the church being formed during this Gathering?

Backward [Roots]: What personal stories, Biblical narratives, or church traditions are being drawn to my mind in this Gathering?

Forward [Journey]: What is a practical next step I can take in my journey of following the way of Jesus?