3. Prayer with Brother Bernard, CJC

First Reading Job 7:1-4, 6-7
Second Reading 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Gospel Mark 1:29-39Rise every morning and pray!Summary of the Conversation

In this conversation, Brother Bernard from the community of Jesus Crucified discusses the importance of prayer and deepening one's prayer life. He emphasizes the role of prayer in discerning one's vocation and staying rooted in God's will. Brother Bernard also highlights the different forms of prayer, including vocal prayer, meditation, and contemplation. He encourages individuals to start with daily meditation and gradually increase the time spent in prayer. Additionally, he addresses the challenges of prayer, such as dryness and sloth, and provides practical advice for overcoming them. The conversation concludes with information on how to connect with the community of Jesus Crucified.Takeaways

Prayer and spiritual direction are essential for discerning one's vocation.Daily meditation is a powerful tool for deepening one's prayer life.Contemplative prayer requires a disposition of receptivity and response to God's grace.Overcoming sloth in prayer involves fidelity to prayer and seeking God's will.Mapping out one's daily schedule can help identify areas where more time can be dedicated to prayer.Chapters

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Introduction and Vocation03:28
The Importance of Prayer07:04
Deepening Prayer Life12:15
Contemplative Prayer16:20
Overcoming Sloth in Prayer20:05
Conclusion and Community Information