1. Diocese of Davenport
June Institute, 2009

2.  NSYR  Pew Internet
◦ 48% have prayed ◦ 97% play video or
rosary, novena or computer games
to a special saint
◦ 93% use the
◦ 46% have gone to internet
Confession
◦ 75% use a cell
◦ 45% have read phone
the Bible alone
◦ 70% use online
◦ 34% have prayed
social networking
alone

3. 16.7 hrs/week 13.6 hrs/week 12 hrs/week
7.7 hrs/week
6 hrs/week

4.  There is no magic
bullet…
◦ Our tradition is DEEP &
WIDE
◦ No single spiritual
practice will appeal to all
people

5.  Once is not enough
◦ What does it take to
make a habit?
 21 days
17 days
one month
etc..
◦ Consistency is a key

6.  Proper Preparation Prevents
Poor Performance
◦ Quality Preparation/Catechesis
◦ Quality First Experience

7.  Lectio Divina
 Adoration
 Rosary
 Guided Meditation
 Contemplative Prayer

8.  Prayer with Art
◦ Clay
◦ Chalk
◦ Paint
 Prayer with Music
◦ Reflective Listening
 Prayer Online
◦ www.sacredspace.ie
◦ www.loyolapress.com/3-minute-retreats-daily-
online-prayer.htm

9. “Praying in Color” Video