One of the ways I experience God is through bread baking. Bread is so ordinary and necessary; full of mystery and sustenance. So is God. Join me, in my home kitchen, as spiritual readings are interwoven with the stages of bread production from yeast to loaf.

If you would like to bake this bread at home, but have no yeast, contact me and I will mail a packet of yeast to you: [email protected]

Pray without ceasing. 1 Thessalonians 5:1

We may pray throughout the day by noticing God in our midst. The repetition of washing dishes or folding laundry may become prayer if our focus is on God. Interactions with others become moments of prayer when we see God in each other. When we allow ourselves to “listen with the ear of our heart” (St. Benedict), God speaks to us in ways we cannot know. We can notice God in the ordinary moments of our day, but it is also important to allow ourselves to listen and “be” with God in silence. Maybe this time works best for you first thing in the morning; maybe later at night fits better in your schedule. There is no right or wrong way to spend time with God. Sometimes the hardest part is doing it.

Seek a quiet place away from distractions. It may be helpful to write down what is on your mind; then tuck it away so you can return to it later. Have a pen and a blank journal handy to write down any thoughts that may surface after your prayer time. You might also choose to have colored pencils or markers available in case your thoughts take the form of art

As you prepare to pray, you may wish to:

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