As I Live and Breathe: Praying the Psalms

Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m.

February 6, 13, 20, and 27

$60/person includes materials

Participate onsite or online

Pre-registration requested

Join us for this transformative 4-week mini-course where you’ll explore the rich tradition of using the Psalms as a foundation for prayer. From the beginnings of the Church, Christians have turned to the Psalms for inspiration, comfort, and worship of God.  Discover how to incorporate these timeless prayers into your daily life, deepening your spiritual practice and connection with God. Each session will provide insights into the historical and spiritual significance of the Psalms. Whether you’re new to praying with Scripture or looking to enrich your existing practice, this course offers a meaningful journey into the heart of the Psalms.

Co-sponsored with the Catholic Biblical School of Michigan.

• This is a 4-week mini-course: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27. When you pre-register, plan on attending all 4 weeks.
• You can participate in-person at the Catholic Information Center or online through Zoom. To receive the link for Zoom, please pre-register.
• Sessions will be recorded. If you miss a session, you will receive a link to the recording.
• The course will use the new translation of the Psalms, Abbey Psalms and Canticles approved for use by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops. You can purchase a copy of Abbey Psalms and Canticles from the Michigan Church Supply, located at the Cathedral Square Center, by calling 616-245-2251 or emailing dawn@michiganchurchsupply.com
• You are also welcome to use another translation of the Bible to participate in the course. Recommended translations are the NRSV and the NABRE.
• Don’t have a Bible? Don’t worry. The NABRE is available online at bible.
• As a course of study, plan on extra time for reading, prayer, and reflection between weekly sessions.

Doug Taylor-Weiss is an instructor with the Catholic Biblical School of Michigan. His motivation to teach stems from his fervent belief that the New Testament is hidden in the Old and the Old is revealed in the New. A Catholic convert and former Protestant minister, Doug received a doctorate in ministry from Seabury Western Seminary. He and his wife Debra reside in Grand Rapids.

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