A Prayerbook for Spiritual Friends: Partners in Prayer

Rating:
Summary: Full of Great Thoughts.....But to read Aloud?
Review: The discussions and prayers contained in this book are centered on various topics and are thoughtful, honest, and full of love. There is a "word before you begin" page that indicates that the book is intended to be read aloud with a friend. However, the book would be difficult for me to use in that way when praying with a friend, because of the conversational nature. One author clearly indicates that she views even her dialog with her friend as prayer. However, it seems awkward for me to incorporate another person's conversational prayer into my own shared prayer time. It is a book that I would prefer to use to prepare myself for shared prayer time - not used during it.

There are wonderful gems of prayer in this book that can be used to improve anyone's prayer life. While the prayers are labeled under situational headings, I found many to be applicable to diverse situations and settings. To have a life long prayer friend as reflected in this book is truly a blessing - and wonderful to share in.

Rating:
Summary: Full of Great Thoughts.....But to read Aloud?
Review: The discussions and prayers contained in this book are centered on various topics and are thoughtful, honest, and full of love. There is a "word before you begin" page that indicates that the book is intended to be read aloud with a friend. However, the book would be difficult for me to use in that way when praying with a friend, because of the conversational nature. One author clearly indicates that she views even her dialog with her friend as prayer. However, it seems awkward for me to incorporate another person's conversational prayer into my own shared prayer time. It is a book that I would prefer to use to prepare myself for shared prayer time - not used during it.

There are wonderful gems of prayer in this book that can be used to improve anyone's prayer life. While the prayers are labeled under situational headings, I found many to be applicable to diverse situations and settings. To have a life long prayer friend as reflected in this book is truly a blessing - and wonderful to share in.

Rating:
Summary: lovely!
Review: This collection of suggestions for praying with a friend and sample prayers is sensitive and beautifully written. Many of the topics speak to my own circumstances, and I find great encouragement in the "mentoring" of these saintly friends.

Rating:
Summary: lovely!
Review: This collection of suggestions for praying with a friend and sample prayers is sensitive and beautifully written. Many of the topics speak to my own circumstances, and I find great encouragement in the "mentoring" of these saintly friends.