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July 15, 2023

Soulful Encounters: Prayers to Awaken the Divine Presence Within

I have always loved prayer books. From the Psalms to the Book of a Common Prayer to Orthodox prayer books, I have been drawn to them. From the perspective of a Panentheist, I have spent time reevaluating the purpose of prayer. Letting go of the idea…

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June 22, 2023

A Prayer for Those Hurting from Spiritual Abuse

Divine Source of Love and Healing, I come before you today on behalf of all those who have been deeply wounded by spiritual abuse. I lift them up in prayer, knowing that their pain runs deep and their hearts ache for solace and restoration. For th…

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June 22, 2023

A Short Prayer to Be Used Throughout the Day

Divine Love, be with me now. In each breath I take, I feel your presence. In every step I take, I walk with your guidance. In each moment of my day, I remain connected to you. Divine Love, be with me now. In times of joy, may I offer gratitude. I…

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June 21, 2023

A Prayer of Peace

Divine Source of Peace, In the midst of a world often filled with chaos and unrest, we come before you seeking the solace and tranquility that only you can provide. We offer this prayer of peace, longing for harmony to prevail in our hearts, our co…

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June 20, 2023

An Evening Prayer

Divine Source of Love, as the day draws to a close, I offer my gratitude for the experiences and blessings I have received. I reflect on the joys and challenges I encountered, And the lessons they have imparted upon my soul. Grant me the grace to f…

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June 20, 2023

A Mid-Day Prayer

Divine Presence, in the midst of this busy day, I pause to reconnect with your sacred essence. Amidst the tasks and challenges that surround me, I seek your guidance and inner peace. Grant me clarity of mind and a compassionate heart, As I navigate…

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June 20, 2023

A Morning Prayer

Divine Love, source of all creation, I greet this new day with gratitude and reverence. As the sun rises, I awaken to the beauty of life, And the infinite possibilities it holds. Grant me the wisdom to embrace this day with love, To see the divine …

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June 18, 2023

Prayer

I love prayer books. From the Psalms to the Book of a Common Prayer to Orthodox prayer books, I have always been drawn to them. I remember finding Prayers for a Planetary Pilgrim many years ago and was fascinated with the different viewpoint. F…

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March 14, 2023

My Spiritual Journey: From Conservative Christianity to Panentheism

As I sit down to write this blog post, I reflect on the profound journey that has brought me to this point in my spiritual life. Growing up in a conservative Christian household, I was taught to follow a strict interpretation of the Bible and adhere…

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April 24, 2022

The Church is Broken (and I'm not sure it can be fixed)

Since my exit from the church, which was nothing formal or dramatic - just stopped going at some point, I have found my spiritual life is so much more free and loving. I find my ability to interact with people who have different experiences and beli…

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