But, the development of sacred rhythms for praying has never been about establishing exact rules and times. For some, of course, this is a part of their faith commitment. If we join a community that follows the “hours” of prayer, there will undoubtedly be specified times for prayer. But for the rest of us, sacred prayer rhythms are not required of us but are provided as a way for us to hallow each portion of each day—morning, afternoon, and evening—a way of offering that portion of the day to God, of keeping our lives centered on the invitation from God to love God with all of our heart, soul,
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