#FaithIntoPractice  Week 2 – Breath

Day 1 –  Each breath we take is an opportunity to experience the presence of God with us and within us.  A simple yet deep form of prayer called “Breath Prayer” invites individuals to notice this connection with the Spirit of God through each inhale and exhale.  

The Practice Explained:  Choose a short prayer such as “Jesus Christ, have mercy on me” or “God is here; with me now” and break it into two parts.  Breath in deeply and say the first half of the prayer quietly.  As you exhale, quietly say the second half of the prayer.   Repeat this process at least 10 times, trying to deepen and slow your breath with each cycle.