Category Archives: Discipline

An Invitation to Silence and Solitude

Posted on October 10, 2014 by ian traynar

Throughout Christendom, the practice of silence and solitude has been one of the core disciplines of spiritual formation. The contemporary contemplative movement seeks to recover these disciplines within the busyness of our 21st century western world. This quiet day is … Continue reading →

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Log lesson

Posted on March 29, 2012 by ian traynar

Earlier this week I went off to the forest for a walk. I was so impressed with the stillness and beauty of the surroundings I decided to spend 20 mins in centering  prayer. As I went inwards, sitting on a … Continue reading →

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Welcome!

Posted on March 25, 2012 by ian traynar

This is my first post for over a year now! Apologies for the quietness – some of the reasons will become plain in due course, as I start writing afresh. To those who may have come here as a result … Continue reading →

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Crossing Unmarked Snow

Posted on December 25, 2010 by ian traynar

Christmas and new year are very sociable times for most of us. We meet up with family and friends with plenty of opportunity for conversation – and, I suggest, a chance to be mindful of the exchange of so many … Continue reading →

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A discipline

Posted on September 19, 2010 by ian traynar

I have refined my contemplative prayer discipline over a number of years, and continue to do so. Like physical exercise, it’s good to have some variation but there is always a common goal. My simple goal is to come to … Continue reading →

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From unconsciousness to…full conscious living (part 3)

Posted on September 17, 2010 by ian traynar

Many have discovered and recognise the Truth that is Jesus. I believe he is our knight, to continue the analogy of Sleeping Beauty! He offers us his kiss which awakens us and brings us into full conscious living by the … Continue reading →

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