PRAYER & Review Read all the red notations for mid-term exam.

Three common forms of prayer 1. Vocal prayer 2. Meditation 3. Contemplative prayer. Know these for mid- term

(1). Vocal prayer prayer of mind, heart and lips that is spoken audibly prayer of mind, heart and lips that is spoken audibly Includes: Speaking from the heart Memorized prayer forms Prayer in context of the Sacraments of the Church Reading from scripture Know general definition with most of these elements

Types of Vocal Prayer 1. Blessing (Eph 1:3) 2. Adoration (homage) (Ps 95:6) 3. Supplication or Petition (Col 4:12) 4. Contrition (asking forgiveness) (Lk 18:13) 5. Intercession (1 Tm 2:1) 6. Thanksgiving (1 Thes 5:18) 7. Praise (Eph 3:20) Know 4 of these but be able to give an example of ALL 7

Good sources of prayer: 1. Scripture see next slide 2. Church's liturgy (prayers and sacraments) 3. The virtues of faith, hope and love (dispositions to prayer)

You don’t need to list the 3 sources of prayer for the exam, but you will need to be able to give an example of a scripture quote that can serve as a prayer. (and be able to show how it can be used) You may use one of the examples given in class but it might be nice if you could come up with one of your own.

Prayer Qualities Needed for Prayer from Gospels: Qualities Needed for Prayer from Gospels: 1. conversion of heart (Mt 5:23-24) 2. faith (Mt 7:7-11) 3. filial boldness (Mk 9:23) 4. desire to do God's will (Mt 9:38) 5. watchfulness (Mk 1:15) 6. perseverance (Lk 11:5-13) 7. patience (Lk 18:1-8) 8. humility (Lk 18:9-14) You need to know their meaning and be able to list at least 4

Jesus began each prayer with: Jesus began each prayer with: AMEN -- (I believe) Showing Confidence How does this type of prayer relate to what we have been talking about all semester about the attitude we must have?

(2). Meditation = a mental (unspoken) prayer We focus on one idea or word (“mantra”) to distract us from other thoughts. Know how a mantra is used. We focus on one idea or word (“mantra”) to distract us from other thoughts. Know how a mantra is used.

“If the body were as undisciplined as the mind, we would never get across the street alive.” –Be able to complete and explain this quote

(3). Contemplative (mental) Prayer is unspoken prayer in which a person is united to God and ponders his truths. To dwell in the presence of God. To be aware of God with us at all times. Heightened awareness. Sum this all up in one definition.

Gospel Points

Woman Caught in Adultery …. Who was Jesus the most upset with? Why?

Judgment Wrong to pass judgment on others. But must make judgments of actions in order to make moral decisions. It is more wrong to judge another than the thing we are judging. “Don’t take the speck out of another’s eye until you take the plank out of your own.” Know why Jesus makes the pieces of wood different sizes.

Forgiveness Forgiveness Know This Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go first to reconcile with them, and then come and offer your gift. Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go first to reconcile with them, and then come and offer your gift. Penitential Rite at Mass Penitential Rite at Mass Forgive us as …..(from “Our Father”) Forgive us as …..(from “Our Father”)

Theological & Psychological Teachings Suggested Topics – You may choose your own. 10 Points on Exam 1. Paradigms (what you believe) powers perception and your perception powers your emotions. 2. Religion is about having the “right answers” (all can’t be right). God (Jesus) gives us the “living answer.” 3. Living in Jesus, you don’t need laws. “Love and do what you will.” St. Augustine 4. Laws can lead us to judge others who think differently. 5. God is a verb, not a noun. 6. Forgiveness is not about “forgetting”.. it is about “letting go.” 7. Forgiveness does not excuse anything. 8. God does not judge us, we judge ourselves.

Next slide for extra credit. Know the whole prayer.

Exam Review Scott Peck definition of love. Infatuation vs. Love (4) The Shift Orange analogy Kohlberg’s 6 Stages –Know them! Fowler’s stages – know the MEANINGS of each Paradox of Life –In Jesus’ life and teachings –Wayne Dyer –Cosby video The Secret – “Law of Attraction” 3 Simple Faith Stages –Cultural –Transitional –Convictional Difficulty in adolescence –Baby and bath water Prayer material (all types) Judgment –What to judge –What not to judge –Plank and speck Penitential Rite Forgiveness ALSO: One teaching from The Shack. (Will discuss in class).