Breath Prayer

This year, during "40 Days of Faith," one of the spiritual practices we are exploring together is called Breath Prayer.

Breath Prayer is an ancient form of prayer that connects short, memorable phrases with deep breathing. This embodied practice can help us to connect with the Spirit, to release tension and stress, and to ground ourselves in the present moment.

On the "40 Days of Faith" Prayer Bracelet, the blue bead will help us to remember that God's presence is as near as the air we breathe and will remind us to practice Breath Prayer.

Instructions on how to practice Breath Prayer are included below (and in the "40 Days of Faith" Guide).

​Also included in the Guide is a calendar with a different Breath Prayer for each day of “40 Days of Faith.” These prayers have been drawn from Bible verses, @blackliturgies (Cole Arthur Riley), and @liturgiesforparents (Kayla Craig).

You are welcome to use these Breath Prayers in whatever way resonates with you. You may want to follow our daily calendar, to skip around to the prayers that stand out to you, to use the same prayer for multiple days, or even to write your own!