Julian of Norwich (c. November 8, 1342 – c. 1416) was considered one of the greatest English mystics. Little is known of her life aside from her writings. Even her name is uncertain, the name "Julian" coming from the Church of St Julian in Norwich, where she was an anchoress, meaning that she was walled into the church behind the altar during a mass for the dead. At the age of 30, suffering from a severe illness and believing she was on her deathbed, Julian had a series of intense visions of Jesus Christ. She recorded these visions soon after having them, and then again twenty years later in far more theological depth. They are the source of her major work, called Sixteen Revelations of Divine Love (circa 1393). This is believed to be the first book written by a woman in the English language. Julian became well known throughout England as a spiritual authority.
The Julian Prayer Group meets regularly on alternate Wednesdays 2.30 - 3.30pm.
After a short introduction on the theme of the day the rest of the time is given over to silent prayer, The aim is to give an opportunity for uninterrupted meditation in the company of others. A a handout, containing extracts referring to the theme is available at each meeting - either for immidiate use or for future reference.
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