Comments on: Why Prayer Journal?

By: Lexie

Lexie — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 14:02:12 +0000

Yeses! I keep one as well 🙂

By: Rita

Rita — Mon, 20 Feb 2017 22:12:15 +0000

In reply to Amy.

Sometimes it’s the nudge with the elbow, are a stubbed toe??????????? Sometimes as we age we need a stronger persuasion. ……

By: Allison Gingras

Allison Gingras — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 01:36:59 +0000

I write in my prayer journal daily. In many different ways when reading scripture, or jot notes when doing spirtual reading. I’ve even been known to write reflections during the Rosary. I do find the physical act of writing helps me process and remember.

By: Rose

Rose — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 21:44:25 +0000

Such a good habit to start. I’ve never tried it but now I’m thinking about it.

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:51:25 +0000

In reply to Amy. EXACTLY, Amy! :)

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:36:55 +0000

In reply to Karen. Makes total sense! I often think "someone may read this someday" and I think that compels me to think of my blessings!

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:35:35 +0000

In reply to Estelle e. Thank you Estelle!

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:19:20 +0000

I have always had mixed feelings about keeping a journal. Not sure if you ever listen to Dr. Ray Guirendi {sp?}, but during the period of time when I was considering keeping a journal, I heard him talk about this on his radio program. He advised against a journal, or diary, because we tend to write about the things that are bothering us and each time we read that post {or any post in which we might be venting}, we end up reliving that situation and any bad or hurt feelings that came of that situation resurface. We end up not really letting go of an unpleasant experience in our lives. I totally understood that point and that was exactly what I didn’t want from a journal. However, what I DID want was a place for my thoughts on God and a place to keep formal prayers or scripture verses that spoke to my heart. I actually started a journal for this purpose. In addition, I write about life experiences that I’ve had in relation to God, all with the idea that one day my kids might read these passages and I want them to know how I felt about my faith. Even if someone picks it up now, I wouldn’t be uncomfortable with someone reading something I’ve written. Does that make sense? In any case, I’m glad I started it and I try to take it with me to Adoration. That’s when I tend to write the most these days! 🙂

By: Estelle e

Estelle e — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:00:34 +0000

I love the idea of journaling in general, and prayer journaling sounds truly inspired. Thank you.

By: Sara @ To Jesus Sincerely

Sara @ To Jesus Sincerely — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:29:40 +0000

I love EVERY one of these reasons! Writing while I pray has changed my life…