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My journey as a prayer writer

November 6, 2017

My journey as a prayer writer

Joy Wanless is a volunteer with CAFOD Salford. She shares about what inspired her to become a prayer-writing volunteer. Find out how you can join her.

Me, write a reflection, write prayers? Not I! I was used to reciting traditional prayers and following liturgies prepared by others. Belonging to the Spirituality Team in Salford diocese changed all that. As I became more interested in following CAFOD stories, learning about the treacherous difficulties of life in many parts of the world and the generosity of CAFOD volunteers, I wanted to fuel their passion by enmeshing the prayer with the stories.

Become a prayer writer

A very moving moment from a story which touched me greatly was at a Water Pilgrimage we planned around the diocese, travelling between the churches. As part of the prayer we gave out pieces of rope and invited people to tie them tightly round their waists. This was inspired by the story of Ayapan who ties string round her waist and drinks hot water to cope with hunger.

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Author rachelmccarthycafodPosted on November 6, 2017November 21, 2017Categories Africa, Prayer, UK, VolunteeringTags bible, Catholic, catholic church, catholic social teaching, faith, pray, Prayer, prayer writing, prayers, reflection, reflections, scriptureLeave a comment on My journey as a prayer writer
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