The Contemplative Way

Spiritual transformation through contemplative prayer, centering prayer, prayer of discernment, lectio divina, and spiritual direction.

The Contemplative Way is an ecumenical Christian ministry dedicated to the spiritual transformation of the church by helping individuals and groups build a strong foundation in contemplative prayer practices.

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Contemplative worship experience

On the last Sunday of each month the combined ministries of Wiley Church and The Contemplative Way offer a »Contemplative Worship experience at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel at Wiley Church, 101 East Main St., Marlton, NJ.

The services offer times of stillness, scripture reading, music, lectio divina, centering prayer, Holy Communion and healing prayer.

Centering prayer

Centering Prayer is a method of silent, meditative prayer that fosters a deeper relationship with God. It is an intentional surrendering to the Presence and transforming action of God within. A deeper relationship with God through this prayer is made evident in one’s life by the manifestation of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit. (Gal 5:22)

Lectio Divina

Lectio divina is a guided time of praying with scripture, allowing each person to hear what God is revealing to them in and through the Word.

Holy Communion

Holy Communion is offered in Contemplative Worship. Liturgies from a variety of Christian traditions are utilized. For all of our differences in heritage, we come to a common table, the Table of our Lord Jesus Christ. Thus, while Communion may look a little different each month, we gather to celebrate Christ and the unity we have in Him.

Personal Prayer

After each service members of the ministry team are available to pray with anyone who would like prayer. Persons who desire to receive prayer and be anointed with oil (according to James 5:14) may request this ministry as well.