Meeting In Silence With God
Contemplative prayer has been part of Christianity from the beginning. Jesus spent whole nights alone in prayer. The Desert Fathers and our own Celtic hermits sought places to be alone with God. But for some centuries Christian churches neglected this most basic form of Prayer – it became usual only in monastic communities.
The Julian Meetings (JM) began in 1973 following a letter in English church papers from our founder. Eleven areas set up contemplative prayer groups, which grew into the network of about 150 meetings that exists today. Our aim remains unchanged since then – to foster the practice and teaching of contemplative prayer within the Christian tradition, and to welcome those of all faiths and none. With many people now conscious of their need for spiritual growth, we seek to make a Christian contribution.
If we feel we need to learn how to be still with God, or we are looking for help in our current practice, JM exists to help us find that support. Belonging to a group of people who meet regularly to pray in silence can help and encourage us. We do not feel isolated; prayerful silence is helped when two or three are together
What are Julian Meetings and Julian Prayer Groups for?
To foster the teaching and practice of contemplative prayer and meditation in the Christian tradition.
Encourage people to practise contemplative prayer and meditation in their daily lives, and to explore ways of doing this which are appropriate for them.
Support the individual ecumenical Julian Meetings – groups who meet regularly to practise Christian contemplative prayer and meditation together
How are The Julian Meetings Organised?
Keep it simple
Stay single pointed
Have no set leadership
Have minimal organisation
Keep it small
Are open to all
Are adaptable
Are willing to experiment with form
Waiting on God in the Silence Our Introductory Leaflet
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