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Too Deep for Words Rediscovering Lectio Divina, with 500 Scritpure Texts for Prayer, by Thelma Hall. In this little book we are invited into Lectio Divina from a mystical point of view, seeing the relationship between God in the Word and God in Us as precisely what is illuminated by prayerful reading of Scripture. What makes this book unique, though, is the second half of the book consisting of 500 thematically arranged short passages from the bible, all fruitful starting points for lectio. (Pb, 110pp). Price: £7.99 / €9.99 Quantity:

Conversing with God in Scripture A contemporary approach to Lectio Divina by Stephen J Binz. Binz is a Catholic biblical scholar of good repute. He is able to express simply and briefly some important insights and practical advice on the topic of lectio divina, a prayerful listening and praying of the scriptures. He looks first at the historical and theological background of lectio, then opens up for us the aspects or stages of how it works as prayer: read (lectio), reflect (meditatio), pray (oratio) and be still (contemplatio). He adds some practical guides of how this can work for groups and individuals as ongoing formation and growth in the light of the word. (Pb, 145pp) Price: £6.95 / €8.69 Quantity:

Holy Reading an introduction to Lectio Divina by Innocenzo Gargano OSB. This warm wise and practical introduction to lectio divina is from an experienced guide who has trained many Benedictine monks and nuns in this spiritual discipline. It is ideal for complete beginers and experienced students of the Bible alike, and includes chapters on "Foundations for lectio; Following Jesus in the Gospels; lectio and spiritual conflict; encounter with Christ; the flowering of new senses; the mystery of Scripture. Paperback, 104pp. Price: £8.99 / €11.24 Quantity:

Reading with God Lectio Divina, by David Foster OSB of Downside Abbey. This is a practical handbook for beginners to introduce them to the practice of lectio divina, sharing this monastic method with all interested lay-people. Price: £10.99 / €13.74 Quantity:

Sacred Reading The ancient art of Lectio Divina, by Michael Casey. For those seeking to return to the sources of ancient Christian spiritual wisdom, this book offers a valuable netry point. It offers a bold and engaging examination of the Western tradition of lectio divina, the contemplative approach to sacred writings, notably the bible and the spiritual classics. It shows how this practice leads to a deeper sense of the presence of God by expanding prayer into a comprehensive spiritual approach to living. Price: £8.95 / €11.19 Quantity:

The Bible as Prayer A handbook for Lectio Divina by Stephen Hough. This is simply an anthology of short phrases and passages from the Bible designed specifically as an aid to prayer. The compiler of this splendid resource was baptised on one of our Lancashire parishes and is now an internationally renowned concert pianist (Click here to see his website.) Price: £9.99 / €12.49 Quantity:

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