Prayer Guides

Prayer guides, journals, opening and closing meeting prayers, and more.

  • The Stations of the Cross for Children (Printable Posters)

    The Stations of the Cross for Children (Printable Posters)

    Suggested price: $5.00

    Use these printable 11×17″ printable posters with The Stations of the Cross for Children booklet or downloadable PDF.

    The Stations of the Cross for Children was designed especially for younger children, with colorful illustrations and simple text that introduces them to the Passion of Jesus Christ on their level. Each station takes about two minutes to complete, including about thirty seconds of silent prayer. Optional prayers and Scripture references for each station offer a variety of ways to adapt and expand The Stations of the Cross for Children for older kids. The opening and closing prayers place the Passion in the larger context of Jesus’ mission…and every Christian’s call to continue that mission in the world today.

    The Stations of the Cross for Children features “The New Way of the Cross” approved by the  bishops of the Philippines and used extensively there. It is well suited for younger children who are not yet familiar with the story of Jesus’ Passion. It connects the sacrifice on Calvary to the sacrifice of the Mass, and it places that sacrifice within the larger context of the story of salvation. It also prepares children for the Triduum, which begins with our recollection of the Last Supper on Holy Thursday and ends with the Resurrection at the Easter Vigil. See below for a list of the contents and a free preview.

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  • Imaginative Prayer Reading Guides: The Call to Discipleship

    Imaginative Prayer Reading Guides: The Call to Discipleship

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    Imagine Jesus called you to be his disciple. This 12-page printable PDF includes six imaginative prayer reading guides: Jesus Calls His First Disciples (John 1:35-51); Sent to Proclaim the Good News (Luke 9:1-6); ‘I Am the Bread of Life’ (John 6:41-69); Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet (John 13:2-15); The Ascension (Acts 1:1-12); The Conversion of Paul (Acts 9:1-19). Each 2-page reading guide walks you through the steps of imaginative prayer (also called Ignatian contemplation), providing cultural and historical background to help you better imagine the text during your time of prayer. A handy PDF printing guide helps you easily print only the pages you want to print.

    This resource is designed to supplement the book Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer.

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  • An Introduction to Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

    An Introduction to Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

    Suggested price: $1.50

    Imaginative prayer is a great way to “meet” Jesus face-to-face. Here’s a two-page PDF guide to getting started. This resource is abridged from the book Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer.

  • Imagine You Walked with Jesus Prayer Group Kit

    Imagine You Walked with Jesus Prayer Group Kit

    Are you using Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer with a small group or class? This starter kit provides all the materials you need:

    1. “An Introduction to Imaginative Prayer” (2 pages), an abridged version of the book introduction
    2. “How to Start A Walking with Jesus Prayer Group” (4 pages), which includes session plans, bulletin announcements, and more
    3. “Reading Plans for Imagine You Walked with Jesus” (14 pages), with 12 themed reading plans provided in both PDF and editable Word formats
    4. “Journaling Imaginative Prayer: Five Examples” (5 pages), which includes examples of imaginative prayer journal entries from five different writers
    5. “70 Scripture Passages for Imaginative Prayer” (2 pages) in a helpful chart form
    6. “Extra Reading Guides: Infancy and Childhood” (10 pages), including four reading guides not included in the book.

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  • Imaginative Prayer Journal Examples (PDF)

    Imaginative Prayer Journal Examples (PDF)

    Suggested price: $2.00

     

    Here are five examples of imaginative prayer journal entries for you to share with your students or prayer group. This resource is excerpted from the book Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer.

     

    You can also view the reading plans in the article 12 Reading Plans for Imaginative Prayer.

     

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  • Imaginative Prayer Reading Plans (PDF)

    Imaginative Prayer Reading Plans (PDF)

    Suggested price: $1.50

     

    Here are a dozen reading plans for your imaginative prayer practice, either individually or as part of a Walking with Jesus prayer group. The download includes both a PDF file and an editable Word file that you can modify for your own purposes. This resource is excerpted from the book Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer.

     

    You can also view the reading plans in the article 12 Reading Plans for Imaginative Prayer.

     

    When you purchase this printable PDF, you agree to our Digital PDF Licensing Terms. Purchase one license for every 10 copies you intend to print.

     

  • 70 Scripture Passages for Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

    70 Scripture Passages for Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

    Suggested price: $1.50

    Here are 70 readings you can use with imaginative prayer (also known as Ignatian contemplative prayer), either individually or with a group. This resource is designed to extend the book Imagine You Walked with Jesus: An Introduction to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer.

    Download the PDF for free or get a digital version of the list here.

    When you purchase this printable PDF, you agree to our Digital PDF Licensing Terms. Purchase one license for every 10 copies you intend to print.

  • The Stations of the Cross for Children (Printable PDF)

    The Stations of the Cross for Children (Printable PDF)

    Suggested price: $5.00

    Available in print or printable PDF editions, and also as printable 11 x 17 posters.

    The Stations of the Cross for Children was designed especially for younger children, with colorful illustrations and simple text that introduces them to the Passion of Jesus Christ on their level. Each station takes about two minutes to complete, including about thirty seconds of silent prayer. Optional prayers and Scripture references for each station offer a variety of ways to adapt and expand The Stations of the Cross for Children for older kids. The opening and closing prayers place the Passion in the larger context of Jesus’ mission…and every Christian’s call to continue that mission in the world today.

    The Stations of the Cross for Children features “The New Way of the Cross” approved by the  bishops of the Philippines and used extensively there. It is well suited for younger children who are not yet familiar with the story of Jesus’ Passion. It connects the sacrifice on Calvary to the sacrifice of the Mass, and it places that sacrifice within the larger context of the story of salvation. It also prepares children for the Triduum, which begins with our recollection of the Last Supper on Holy Thursday and ends with the Resurrection at the Easter Vigil. See below for a list of the contents and a free preview.

     

    Purchase the print edition anywhere books are sold. Bulk discounts available at 50% off the cover price. Allow 4-5 weeks for delivery; contact us for details.


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  • The Daily Examen Journal

    The Daily Examen Journal

    Suggested price: $6.00

    The Daily Examen Journal: A 30-Day Spiritual Retreat is for anyone who wants a guided experience of the Ignatian Examen in a beautiful journal format. Features include an introduction to the practice of the Daily Examen; 30 guided journal entries; inspirational prayers from the saints for each day’s entry; and hand-drawn art.

    The Daily Examen Journal comes in three editions:

    • Bound paperback book (black and white interior)
    • Printable PDF (black and white)
    • Color PDF (contains different art than the b/w edition)

    Purchase the print edition here or anywhere books are sold.


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  • Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

    Imaginative Prayer (PDF)

     

    Your mission: Use your imagination to pray with a story from the Gospels.

     

    Imaginative prayer is a great way to “meet” Jesus face-to-face. Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting started. Check out the extended excerpt and preview images below…plus, the accompanying web article includes 40 readings to try and the story of how St. Ignatius learned to pray while spending nine months recovering from a battle injury.

     

    This is a MISSION:CHRISTIAN Journal page. Mix and match your M:C Journal pages to create a journal customized to your own unique Christian mission. Each journal page includes two pages; print them back-to-back or separately. The first page offers a short introduction to the “mission,” while the second page includes journaling space for your “mission report” and a fun self-examination quiz. The journal pages are formatted to allow for a three-hole punch so you can collect them in a binder.

     

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