Gather, Write, Pray
Online writing sessions and prayer rooms to help Christian writers get started, get unstuck, and make progress with their writing projects.
The ability to communicate through the written word is a gift from God and a way to serve Him and others.
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Regularly writing alongside others provides the motivation and discipline needed to brainstorm, start, and complete your God given idea.
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So, why not join us as we Gather, Write, Pray? It's free!
Is Gather, Write, Pray for You?
Gather, Write, Pray exists to support Christians on their journey to fulfilling God's call to write. So if you are a Christian who writes, or wants to, this is for you.
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Want to write, but struggle with delay, distraction or lack of focus
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Are just starting or picking up a project after a break
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Would like some structure and accountability, without pressure
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Appreciate including Scripture and prayer in their writing life
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Want to be part of a Christian faith-based writing community
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You don’t need to be published or have everything figured out. You just need a desire to move forward in obedience to God's prompting.
What Gather, Write, Pray Includes
Click through the tabs below for more on each session type.
Structured time to sit down and work on your writing in a facilitated space, while others do the same. A typical Write With Me session involves:
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Brief welcome with Scripture and a short prayer
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An opportunity to verbally (or in the chat) share your goal for the session
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A cycle of focused writing sprints and active breaks
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Brief reflection on how it went (optional)
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Closing
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Ideal for: chapters, articles, blog posts, content planning, putting your ideas on paper, or anything associated with your writing project.
How it Works
Write With Me:
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Every 4 weeks except for 3 times a year when they give way to a Writers' Prayer Room.
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Sign up separately for each occurrence.
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Writers' Prayer Room:
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Three times a year, in place of a Write With Me session.
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Scheduled to take place just before a Writers' Hour.
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Sign up separately for each occurrence.
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Writers' Hour:
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Three times a year, for 6 consecutive days, Monday to Saturday.
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Writers' Hour (Early Bird edition), starts at 6 am; Writers' Hour (Night Owl edition) starts at 8 pm.
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Sign up once per edition and use the same link to join each day.
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Put each date in your calendar.
When you sign up for a session:
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You’ll receive a Zoom link and any relevant prep, like “identify a goal for the session” or “bring a notebook and pen”.
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About the sessions:
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Seeing participants on screen can foster a sense of connection. However, there is no obligation to have your camera on.
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You can choose whether to speak or use the chat to share your goal at the start and reflection at the end.
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The sessions have been designed to create a rhythm of writing and prayer, but each one also stands alone, so you can join often or occasionally. ​​​
Why Choose Gather, Write, Pray?
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Clear structure: Timed blocks, simple processes, realistic aims.
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Scripture and prayer are included because God comes before the gift.
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Flexible involvement: Consistency and community lead to progress, but you can join in regularly or occasionally; share a lot or not at all.
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Rooted in the values of Boma Means Blessed: You'll find the same focus on living from God’s Word, brought into your writing life.
What Now?
There's Blessing in Action, so take a step and join the next session. Choose a Write With Me, Writers’ Hour, or Writers’ Prayer Room.
FAQs
1. Do I have to share my writing?
You won't be invited to share what you write and there is no need to share the detail of your project.​
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2. Is there a cost?
Core gatherings will are free. Optional resources or workshops may have a fee to cover administration and facilitation.
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3. What if I’m very new to writing?
You’re welcome. You can come with a half-formed idea, journaling practice, or just a desire to begin.
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4. What if I am not sure what to write about?
You're welcome. Sometimes, making space to write is the step of obedience you that precedes inspiration.