Here is how to use word - share- prayer to begin and end a meeting:
- Begin the meeting in silence.
- Have participants choose a word or phrase from the text and reflect on it as they write their response to the questions below. Have a few people share what they wrote if they wish.
- Conclude the meeting with prayer using the prayer request from below. After a prayer request is read, all respond to a concern saying: "Lord hear our prayer." All respond to a celebration saying: "Thanks be to God."
What stands out for you in this passage? What “speaks” to you?
Do you notice any connection to your own life, to our ministry together, or to the St. John’s congregation?
Jot down any prayer requests you may have. These may be related to the passage or they may not be. We will pray together at the end of our meeting.
