Centering prayer by Ale R.

Centering prayer is best known as the method used to create a strong emphasis on interior focus and reflection. Some people believe that the roots of centering prayer can trace back to Lectio Divina, but most people believe that Centering prayer came from a catholic movement initiated by Saint Joseph Abbey, and three other catholic Fathers. The practice of centering prayer is very similar to the practice of Lectio Divina. the purpose of centering prayer is to clear the mind in order to focus and try to feel the presence of God. There are 4 main steps to practice centering prayer:

1. Sit comfortably with your eyes closed, relax, and quiet yourself. Be in love and faith to God.
2. Choose a sacred word that best supports your sincere intention to be in the Lord's presence and open to His divine action within you. 
3. Let that word be gently present as your symbol of your sincere intention to be in the Lord's presence and open to His divine action within you.
4. Whenever you become aware of anything (thoughts, feelings, perceptions, images, associations, etc.), simply return to your sacred word, your anchor.