Step 1 - Read this blog post. (Buy hey, you’re already doing that. You’re on your way already!)
Step 2 - Think of some challenge you’re facing, some growth you’re wanting, some area of your life that could use a little energy, light, abundance, peace, or healing.
Step 3 - Write a comment below or send an email entitled, “Prayer List” to christine@christinekane.com. State your intention or your request.
Step 4 - Sit back, let go, and be grateful.
“Huh?”
Here’s the deal:
This coming weekend is the first of four 2008 Great Big Dreams Retreats.
At every retreat, I open the weekend with contemplation and intent. At that time I take the names of everyone who has emailed or commented to this post – along with all of their intentions and requests – and I include them in our circle and in our own prayers and affirmations.
I call it a “Prayer List.”
It’s a powerful part of the retreats – and I’ve had many emails from people saying that lots of things changed in their lives after they did this – and that they could actually feel themselves as part of the circle.
If you want to read some of the other posts I’ve written about this, click here, and here.
Believe it. Don’t believe it. You’ve got nothing to lose. So, why not? Get some good mojo this weekend!
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Hi Christine! Hope you are very well. I would love some prayers for happiness, great health, and excellent work which inspires and supports me. Thank you so much for the prayers.
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I hope that letting go would be easier for me, and that I can accept things the way they are.
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Thank you so much for including us in this way. I am attending the retreat in June and am so looking forward to it.
My intention this year is for clarity, confidence, healing, & creativity. I want to break out of my self-confined boxes and be truly present to the magic & goodness in the universe that surrounds us.
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This is such a great thing! I am inspired reading over these comments to pray for these people and to stop worrying so much about myself.
I would so appreciate your prayers this weekend. I am at a crossroads with a lot of major decisions in my life right now (just as I’m about ready to delivery my 2nd child). Please pray for guidance as we decide if we should stay in our current house. My gut is telling me no, but it is such a wonderful house–there are just many, many issues that need to be dealt with if we stay (financial issues, mother-in-law living with us, purging of bad memories, etc.) Also, I would so appreciate your prayers for guidance about pursuing a career this year in photography. I feel I have been gifted and am continuing to hone my craft and would SO love to be able to make a living doing this. If only I could get out of my head and stop my internal critic! Prayer for a job for my husband would be great too. Thanks!
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Please add me to your prayer list. I am struggling to find the courage to trust. I do not want to die an unlived life. Christine, thank you for your generosity of spirit.
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Thank you!
My intention is to start and complete more projects quickly to the benefit of those I serve, as well as to my own peace of mind. For energy and light in place of hesitation and indecision.
And that I may remember others by, in turn, praying for those dreams at your GBD retreat.
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Thank you fo rthis opportunity:
My words for this year are TRUST, HEALING, COURAGE. I would love all the love, light, and support that you can send my way. I am healing my relationship with money, my body, myself, and my dreams. I am going thorugh a financial challenge and know that I will come thorugh successful. Please send blessings for my daughter Isabella surrounding her in love,light and divne protection too. Thank you very much.
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My keyword for this year is ‘simplicity’ but it isn’t working so far. My mental health is deteriorating, my family is falling a part, my motivation is less than zero, my as-yet-unopened business is in boxes in my bedroom, my house is a dump and I am neglecting my physical self dreadfully. Any positive thoughts that can be spared would be very gratefully recieved as I am all out of energy to do anything more by myself.
Thank you.
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I am moving through a divorce and struggling financially and emotionally. I need my own space in so many ways. There’s a condo I found in an artists’ community that is perfect. Getting it depends on my ex- cooperating with selling the current house, and on some buyer showing up who wants it. I would really appreciate prayers to this end. Thank you!!
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My prayer is one of gratitude for having received employment. My key word this year is action. I pray for all of you to have right action in your lives. Thank you and bless you.
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Thank you for this opportunity, Christine.
I feel as if I have been in a “holding pattern” lately, a necessary waiting period before taking the next step in living a purpose-filled and abundant life. I’m just not sure what that next step is yet, and so prayers for guidance and clarity would be much appreciated.
Much love and blessing to everyone at the retreat this weekend, and also to everyone on the prayer list.
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Thank you for this powerful opportunity. I want to believe in myself once again. I woulld like to make a career move. I feel I have lost confindence and if I could once again believe in me — thing will be different. Peace.
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Hi, thank you for this!
I have been trying for a while now to deliver(?) give birth to (?) publish (…) this book of short stories that I wrote, and though I know it is good and would make SOME people happy – and I am confident that just one break will make my writing so much better still – It is so hard where I live (Israel? the world?), so – please help? THank you so much for all your writing, it is beautiful!
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Thank you Christine for this opportunity!
I’ve been praying for many things this year, including that you would offer up another chance to be on one of your retreat prayer lists. (My primary word for this year is “prayerfulness,” the other word is “choice.”)
I would like to have my son, Jason’s name on your prayer list. My prayer for him is that his health and insurance covereage issues be resolved in an easy, timely manner, with the best possible outcome for him.
For myself, pray that I always know and make the best possible choice in all matters of my life.
Also, could you pray for financial increase & abundance for both of us.
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Hi Christine,
What a great idea. I’d feel honoured to be part of the prayer list.
I have recently had two sons and my job as a sales manager does not fulfill me anymore. I have for the past years been looking for a new turn, but have not found it yet. I would like to work less or work from home in a completely different area (less businesslike), where I can be creative, help others etc. I have not found the right path yet. I seem to be having all these brilliant ideas but with none I seem to be able to make a living. So I am still looking and I need a bit of light. Thanks to you all for including me in your prayer.
Mimi
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Your site was emailed to me this morning right after I prayed for the first time in a while… asking for help and clarity. It is the first time I have been here and feels like the Universe heard me right away and sent some hope. Thank you for being here.
As a person who has always prided herself on being strong and being fine alone, I now find myself really alone. Alone with someone, which is the loneliest kind. I am not in a nurturing situation, not nurturing myself and stymied about how to change that. Even though I have strong belief in the laws of attraction I can’t seem to break out of the cycle I find myself in. I pray for the courage and clarity to find my center again, love myself, open and connect with the joy of the Universe, and find my way out of the web of personal despair that I have spun myself into. Thank you for including me in your prayer circle.
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What a wonderful opportunity to tap into some beautiful energy, and I’m sure your circle will feel the reverb from everyone who has posted here as well, myself included – thanks in advance!
I’m at a pivotal point in changes that have been building for a while, and the main focus and support I want right now is in finding and moving into my own property, for both living and building my business. Making things happen in the next couple of months will allow more things to blossom – more than I can even dream of right now!
Thank you for including me, and you’ll all have my prayers as well.
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With gratitude I submit a prayer for peace, the freedom to seek bliss and the comfort that my spirit will be with you in earnest.
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Thank you for this opportunity to be included in your powerful energy! I am about to start a new, very challenging and very important (to me) job. Please keep me in your thoughts so that I can meet this challenge creatively and effectively and that I will surpass all the expectations put on me by myself and others.
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I was hoping for some prayers to help me with a career move I am trying to make happen to find happiness again doing something I like, thank you for your prayers & help!
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Thank you, Christine for this gift of prayer. As I have read through the previous prayer requests it has been enlightening to see just how many people are embarking on journeys of growth and healing – spiritual, personal, work-related, etc. and what a large community of seekers there are.
I, too, am seeking my place in this universe. I have a gift/talent that I am trying to use and expand so that I may be able to support myself/family financially through my artwork as an independent artist and give meaning and purpose to this gift of creativity I was given. I am asking that the Prayer Circle and Universe/God/Consciousness support me and guide me along the path to my purpose and use me as I should be used to fulfill my obligation and purpose to humanity.
Thank you and I am grateful for your prayers.
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Last year I discovered the Law of Attraction and Reiki Energy work. I pray that I can continue to grow in this very spiritual way. I pray for direction into a field working for the benefit of animals, that is also financially secure. I pray for the courage to be myself and to have love in my life and to be happy. I am grateful for all the blessings & comforts I have.
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What a wonderful, beautiful idea!
Can I ask for TWO? I am trying to get a new job with my employer (the government) so that I can move closer to my son. I’m ready for a move – fresh start, new friends, new challenges and opportunities. Getting interviews but not getting offers. Just had an interview last week and I’d like to ask for your prayers that this job or something better will flow into my life soon. And that I relax and go with the flow until it does. Second, I’d like to ask for prayers that I will be able to attend my son’s wedding in Cuba this summer.
Thank you so much!
Jackie
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Hi Christine,
How appropriate that I’m am working on the show we did together today. I pray for the courage to communicate authentically. I ask for prayers for the launching of my master class concept.
Thank you Christine, and have a fabulous workshop weekend!
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My prayer for you all is that you find exactly what you need to make the world a more loving peaceful place. My prayer for me (and I hope you will join me in it) is exactly the same. I know it’s there, i just want to experience it more.
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I’m been having a hard time lately and ask for prayers for integration and balance and the ability to trust my own knowing, truth, and voice. I ask for self-forgiveness. I ask for prosperity and abundance and the belief that I/we (my husband and family) deserve it. I pray for you Christine, that your life be 100% blessed in this moment and the next. And I thank you with a full, loving, open heart.
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Thanks Christine for this opportunity for prayers. For the ability to trust God and the universe in their infinite giving, for faith and courage to take the actions needed for empowerment, and for a joyful wind blowing away the burdens for my daughter Suzanna. For a clearing of worries that so often block the good that is coming. And for remaining OPEN (my word for the year) to all that is mine and all that is coming to me.
I will be praying for you and the retreaters for releasing and finding and committing, and for a beautiful breeze and boundless joyful laughter.
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I love every one of you. My prayer is that all of your prayers come true and you know you’re taken care of, loved, safe…
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Wow! I WILL be at one of the retreats this year, but am so happy to be there in spirit/intention because of your open heart! You must know what a profound impact you have had on me (and millions of others who have felt you were speaking directly to us!) really since you moved to Asheville and started this whole phase of your life…your music has been there at my most healing times, and now your voice seems to consistently resonate with mine. Thank you! I’m coming around to the other side of a devastating break-up and big job shift, and am asking for energy toward remaining open and willing to receive and give the Universe’s love. Just be with me as I re-connect to my most essential and authentic Soul.
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HI and thank you Christine!
Today I woke up knowing I needed to move back to my house (out of my friends home that has been so generous to me) and my prayer is that there will be peace there as I work towards divorce (he still lives there) and that packing and sorting will be easy, painless and that he will stay out of my way. Thank your for all of your help and the e-seminar, I gained so much from it. Your prayers are very powerful.
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I am stepping from my comfort zone and will ask for a prayer. I could use a prayer to help me feel worthy enough to receive a prayer and to help me let go of the fear and take a step towards my life’s purpose. Thanks so much and many blessings to all!
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My prayer is for clarity in my path towards an aspect of my work. I’m in the beginning stages of an herbal elixer adventure and am looking inward and outward for ideas, inspiration and guidance. My intent at this moment is to recognize what should happen and to allow it, without fear. All that makes sense to me, anyways. Thank you for the opportunity to put it out there with the great energy I know you’ll have at your retreat.
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I’ll take all the mojo I can get!
I just launched my brand new website, changing direction from what I’ve been doing the last year… from Monk at Work to Viverati.
Since the Great Big Dreams retreats are all about people embracing their essence and bringing in forth into the world, it seems perfect to share my venture with you all, and ask for blessings for my new direction, with prayers that it will be a great service to many people who want to make the most of their lives (and, like us, are willing to be a bit unconventional to do it!).
Much love to you, Christine, for all you do to be a beacon for us all…
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i am conflicted–based on lifelong experience with family members who are abusive, mentally ill, and addictive, i am a very fearful and cynical person. have been given lots of reasons to NOT trust others and the universe. even when i trust other’s intentions, i don’t trust them to follow through. and then if they drop the ball, i don’t trust the universe to pick it up.
nonetheless, i am deeply spiritual (go figure). i manage to believe that all the “ball picking-up” i have done has built my character and strength. but i am not feeling strong these days, just tired and sad and scared. need some help with that.
thanks for your music, the work that you do and your prayers.
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I’m graduating college in May, as is my loving boyfriend of 2 years. He’s applying to Law Schools all over and I’m searching for jobs near where we’re both from (NC/VA). I’m ready to say that I want to be with him forever, but he isn’t quite there. I’m so afraid of the prospect of him going far away with my future being somewhat uncertain as well. I just don’t want to be without him. I’d appreciate prayers for trust in what is to come and the peace that follows.
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I’m looking for the strength to endure the uncertainties of life with grace. I want to banish the negatives which creep in to lead the life of the strong woman I know that I am.
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I already feel so grateful that you would offer such a gift. I almost blushed and checked behind me to see if you weren’t addressing someone else.
I would be honored to participate in your circle and have been touched by the requests of many who have already posted.
I have two intentions. The first is to become pregnant this year after many previous efforts and to give birth to a healthy child. The second is to develop a strong spiritual relationship with God.
Have a great retreat. Peace be with you.
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I also have read everyone ahead of me and said a prayer including all of you.
I am starting a new home based business. I have vision problems and would like to be able to work from home.
Also I would like to ask for prayers for my mother and daughter.
Thank you so much for what you do.
I am a big fan
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Thank you for this gift. I see help in releasing anxiety and self-judgement and being more at ease with other people. Thank you for your music and your words.
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Reading all of these is very moving.
@shusha I can feel your pain and it is so akin to my own. I know that “tired and sad and scared” brew and it sucks the life and desire to live completely out of a person. Hope you find a little space to detach from it today.
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thanks for this interesting opportunity. i am not one of those people who accepts help (or anything else) readily, so even formulating a request is troublesome. i’d like to ask for patience and actual help (from above) with my health issue. doctors and needles are a new world to me. one that i hope will be temporary. but until we figure it out, i need to be patient with my body and ask for relief from pain. any little moments of inner peace would be very appreciated. i’ve forgotten what it feels like to feel good, and i want to try to not lose hope that i will get there again.
my prayers also go out to each of you for your intentions.
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There is a road block I’ve been trying to get through/over/under/around for years now. I experience what I call “behavioral depression” bouts. I KNOW these episodes are based on old behavior patterns, and are not true depression, because I used to suffer from severe/chronic depression. These episodes are different. They are very “old ego” based. Trying to get rid of that pesky ego and be “present” is my current main focus for personal improvement. (I listen to Oprah’s Soul Series on XM and have read Eckhart Tolle’s books and a host of others as well.)
I believe this has a lot to do with how I communicate with my world, specifically my spouse in asking for what I want. I have never been comfortable doing that. My spouse, for the record, is totally there for me at all times, but I have trouble making requests of him. It goes way, way deeper than that, but I don’t have the time/space to explain it all here.
Suffice it to say that as my spiritual growth grows, these episodes of “old ego” come much more frequently. As if my ego just will NOT let go. I keep a private blog outlining my experiences and the lessons learned. Every time I get a tiny bit closer to the answer/Sometimes I make quantum leaps. I feel that I am JUST at the point of getting out of this, and then I slip back just enough to not quite make it. But there just needs to be a bit bigger PUSH next time I have one of these episodes.
I feel that I have a much larger life’s purpose being of service to the planet, and that won’t come through until this block SHIFTS. So, if you can help move mountains, or make a shift happen, go for it! And, thanks so much for the incredibly generous offer.
Pat
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Prayer List
Thanks for this! I ask for your prayers in my healing from insomnia, in increasing my ability and motivation to take care of myself and prepare well and commit to my work.
I’ve also just applied for grad school and ask for prayers that I am accepted.
Thanks!
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What a lovely picture in my head…a peaceful setting, the sound of wind in the trees and water in the stream…and a group of caring women taking time away from themselves to think positively for others.
I can’t think of anything I need or want – I am so incredibly lucky and grateful for the life I have. So I’m sending some of MY mojo on for you share, and wishing each of you peace, fulfillment and the answers to what you seek.
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I could really use some good mojo right about now. I ask for your prayers. I am seeking the strength and the courage to forge ahead inspite of that pesky voice that says “you are nobody” Thank you for your kindness.
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I cannot tell you how timely your prayer list offer is. I need help with commitment and perseverance. I am facing a major overhaul of my house and the impending chaos that will probably last at least 2-years and I am dragging my feet about cleaning and clearing out so the job can be done.
I want to change this behavior. I want to get up every day and do at least one thing that will lead to the creative, peaceful, and simple life that this overhaul will lead. Specifically, I ask that your prayers lead me to a mantra to recite every morning to keep me on track and that will help me renew my resolve when it flags.
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Hi Christine and the Great Big Dreamers,
Thank you so much for your marvelous prayer offer. It comes at such a good time. I’ve spent the last two years in personal reevaluation mode–about my career, about my relationship with food and my body, about my self-limiting beliefs. I feel deep in my bones where I need to go (towards healthier eating and a creative career path), but have been stalling out on making this happen. I ask you to pray for me to have the courage to act on my dreams, to actively seek and find supportive people to help me achieve them, and for me to be a support to others in their own quests.
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Wow, this is fabulous. Thank you Christine and participants what a wonderful gift! I would love some help with connecting and integrating the LOA and trusting the Universe to help me create a better life for myself and my children with me.
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Hello Christine,
I wanted to sign up for your retreat–requested the info and then backed away when the need to send my 8 year old to a school more-caring-than-public-school arose. That need is intense now. Please add us (me and Shelby and her brother Alex) to your prayer list as we process through these changes. I’be had to pull her out of school all together to save her from some really odd adults who have misunderstood and misused her attention deficit disorder. She is healing and getting back to her peaceful self, but do pray that she’ll trust adults again and grow and learn in school in the future. I also ask that your prayers seek some additional courage for me–this road is perhaps just starting to bumpy. Many thanks. A retreat is still in my future.
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Oh, thank you for this timely gift!
After more than a year of trying to conceive, I am now 8 weeks pregnant. Just today I noticed some scary signs, that could indicate a miscarriage. I have an emergency ultrasound scheduled for tomorrow, and pray that all will be alright.
We want a baby so badly, your prayers for a healthy pregnancy would be wonderful, if not this time, then very soon.
Thanks again for the support!
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