Dwelling in the Word
During 2022, we will be reflecting together on Philippians 4. 4-13 in a variety of contexts across the diocese, using the spiritual practice known as Dwelling in the Word. You are warmly invited to join in Dwelling in the Word with others from across the diocese, on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7.30-8.15pm. Click here to receive the Zoom link. This year’s passage was chosen by David Weir, a parish priest in Exmoor Deanery. Below, David shares why he was so keen to suggest the passage. Parishes and people that have used Dwelling in the Word have found that it can help people to listen attentively. Over time people become adept at listening to God and each other through scripture. Below is a short video from Portishead reflecting on their experience of using the practice; a bit more information about Dwelling in the Word; and a couple of leaflets to download if you want to use the passage locally. Rob Eastwood Dewing and Simon Stevens from Portishead reflect on the experience of Dwelling in the Word in their benefice. Dwelling has some elements that are like Lectio Divina but also some things that are distinctive and can have a powerful effect:
Who to contactIf you would like to know more, or share your own reflections on Dwelling, then please get in touch with Julia Hill. Dwelling in the Word is one of the spiritual practices that comes from Partnership for Missional Church. DownloadsDwelling in the Word - Philippians 4. 4-13 Dwelling in the Word - Colossians 3.12-17 (NRSV) Dwelling in the Word - Colossians 3.12-17 (The message) Dwelling in the Word - the Woman at the Well
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