These 12 meditations are based on the 12 healing stories of Mark’s Gospel. They seek to view them from the particular perspective of the person who was healed, so as to explore some ways we might now come into the presence of Jesus and receive healing. This approach does not suggest that there are some simple spiritual techniques which can be used to heal us, if we have sufficient faith. Rather, the approach taken in these meditations seek to open up some possibilities which may guide us towards healing.
The publication includes an introduction to a holistic approach to healing where the model for Christian healing is set in a community context where seeks to empower people, rather than leave them passive recipients of healing. Each meditation includes a reflection, prayer and meditation pointers.Â
James Ashdown has lived with chronic illness since he was 16. He lives a life of prayer inspired by the Desert Fathers and Julian of Norwich. A poet and theologian, he is also a Reader in the Church of England. For more of James’ writing see www.storyman.org.uk