Benedict gave us the practice of praying the hours. But how do we do that today?? What will be the most meaningful practice for us? I'd like to suggest an expressive art activity – that you will make a Book of Hours or A Little Rule that will be useful in your own life.
Supplies: magazines, scissors, glue sticks, clear contact paper, markers, water colors, pens, pencils and tag board that is pre-cut and pre-folded.
Keeping the Hours (you choose the color or abject to accompany)
Based on Seven Sacred Pauses, Living Mindfully Through the Hours of the Day, Macrina Wiederkehr; 2008
1.The Night Watch, midnight until dawn; matins or vigils
Themes: vigilance and deep listening, mystery and silence, surrender and trust
Psalms: 42, 63, 119:145-152 (chose one or more)
Quote: What in me is dark, illumine.
I have seen too many stars to let the darkness overwhelm me.
Color or object:
What can you create from this brief outline that will equip you to pray through the hours?
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