Friendly Guide to Prayer

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Publisher : Friendly Guide
ISBN 13 : 9781921946141
Total Pages : 66 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (461 download)

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Book Synopsis Friendly Guide to Prayer by : Michael Whelan

Download or read book Friendly Guide to Prayer written by Michael Whelan and published by Friendly Guide. This book was released on 2011 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The tradition of prayer within the Catholic church is rich and varied and complex. There are many people and themes and practices and sources that could be usefully studied. A much larger book would be required to do that however. In this beautifully presented and easy-to-follow new book, readers will be guided to find the enormous riches and complexity of the Catholic prayer tradition; enough practical guidance to enable them to begin, or perhaps to simply refine and deepen, their practice of prayer; as well as encouragement to go on exploring the possibilities in prayer for them personally, their families, friends and the wider community. This is for both gift and task. First of all it is gift. We begin with what God has done, is doing and will continue to do. What is on offer is god's loving and liberating presence, all the time in all things. Secondly, we respond most fundamentally, this means waking up, becoming aware of what is going on throughout the cosmos, in each and every moment, person, event and thing. Oddly enough, waking up requires constant and consistent work. It is an ongoing task. That task is by way of facilitation rather than mastery. We do whatever we can to become present to the Presence, at all times, in all things.This is the way we will speak of prayer throughout this little book - being present to the Presence. Our focus will therefore be primarily on attitudes and dispositions rather than acts and rituals. It is the prayerful person we are most interested in, rather than the person who says prayers, the prayerful life rather than the mastery. We do whatever we can to become present to the Presence, at all times, in all things."

A Short Guide to Praying as a Family

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Publisher : TAN Books
ISBN 13 : 1618907212
Total Pages : 427 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (189 download)

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Book Synopsis A Short Guide to Praying as a Family by : Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia Congregation

Download or read book A Short Guide to Praying as a Family written by Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia Congregation and published by TAN Books. This book was released on 2015-06-16 with total page 427 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praying together not only enriches family life but also leads the Catholic family toward its primary goal: the holiness and salvation of each member. This wonderful little book provides a simple and easy-to-implement plan for family prayer. Arranged successively according to the basic stages of prayer, A Short Guide to Praying as a Family allows each family to progress step by step from one level of prayer to the next. Beautiful stained-glass images invite you to enter the mystery of each prayer and give glory to God as a family. Designed to be used throughout the day, this book will help your family speak to God, turn to Him for help, listen to Him, and praise Him. What better gift could you give them? Compiled by The Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia in Nashville, this little book is backed by a strong Catholic tradition rooted in teaching the faith. From making time to recite basic oral prayers throughout the day to making each moment of life a prayer, A Short Guide to Praying as a Family is a lifelong guide to the spiritual life and a powerful means to building a relationship with the Lord.

The Essential Guide to Catholic Prayer and the Mass

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Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1101513314
Total Pages : 360 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (15 download)

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Book Synopsis The Essential Guide to Catholic Prayer and the Mass by : Mary DeTurris Poust

Download or read book The Essential Guide to Catholic Prayer and the Mass written by Mary DeTurris Poust and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Vatican-approved guide to opening up new connections to God. Today, more and more Catholics are looking to explore their spirituality in new ways: by trying meditation or contemplation, seeking to adapt monastic traditions to modern life, or seeking a deeper connection to Jesus through the Eucharist, giving rise to the growing popularity of Adoration. The Essential Guide to Catholic Prayer and the Mass offers Catholics a way to explore prayer styles they may have never before considered, and non-Catholics or fringe Catholics a look into a world that can sometimes seem mysterious or intimidating. Through Mass, scripture, ancient rituals, the examples of the saints, the lives of holy men and women in the world today, and more, Catholics of every mindset can find a style of prayer to suit them. • One of the first books with a detailed explanation and instructions on how to follow the new translation of Mass as prepared by the Catholic Church • Includes an imprimatur-a seal of approval from Paul G. Bootkoski, Bishop of Metuchen • Perfect for cradle, convert, and revert Catholics, as well as people from other faiths, students, and teachers

A Child's Guide to Prayer

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ISBN 13 : 9781944967741
Total Pages : 120 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (677 download)

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Book Synopsis A Child's Guide to Prayer by : Ancient Faith Publishing

Download or read book A Child's Guide to Prayer written by Ancient Faith Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-25 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Child's Guide to Prayer is a beautifully illustrated prayer book for Orthodox Christian children aged 5-10 who are just developing a habit of prayer. The selection includes morning and evening prayers, prayers during the day, at mealtimes, for family and friends, and prayers of and to the saints-along with psalms to pray and prayers that have to do with communion and confession. All the prayers were carefully selected by priests and youth workers to ensure their age-appropriateness. The 120-page guide also includes brief instructions on how to pray, why we pray, and a list of different ways to pray. The book concludes with several blank pages for personal prayer requests.

Pure Faith

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Publisher : Totus Tuus Press
ISBN 13 : 194457882X
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (445 download)

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Book Synopsis Pure Faith by : Jason Evert

Download or read book Pure Faith written by Jason Evert and published by Totus Tuus Press. This book was released on 2017-05 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authentic prayer begins when we realize that we do not know how to pray. But what do we do after this realization? Pure Faith is a hardcover devotional written to help people deepen their interior life so that they can encounter God on a daily basis. It contains prayers for every occasion, prayers before and after Mass and Confession, prayers to various saints, and a wealth of advice on how to develop a rich prayer life.

Love

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Publisher : Loyola Press
ISBN 13 : 0829436618
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (294 download)

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Book Synopsis Love by : Jacqueline Bergan

Download or read book Love written by Jacqueline Bergan and published by Loyola Press. This book was released on 2011-12-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grow closer to God through six weeks of prayer focused on a specific spiritual topic. Since their original release in the late 1980s, the Take and Receive prayer-book series has sold more than 150,000 copies, and its five themed books are hailed as classics in the Ignatian prayer tradition. The first two books in the series are being repackaged and reprinted by Loyola Press. Love: A Guide for Prayer and Forgiveness: A Guide for Prayer provide topic-based opportunities for people to grow deeper in their relationship with God through prayer. The theme of each volume directly correlates with a segment of the Spiritual Exercises, though no previous experience with the Exercises is needed to benefit from these books. Covering 36 days over a six-week period, each day offers scriptural passages with commentary, followed by a suggested approach to prayer for that day. Especially helpful is a section at the beginning of the book that explains the different types of solitary prayer that readers will be asked to engage in throughout the six weeks, such as meditation, contemplation, and centering prayer. Ideal for all who desire a closer relationship with God, these books help us reimagine what it means to pray and help us see with new eyes God’s presence and activity in our daily lives.

Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love

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Publisher : Emmaus Road Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1645850250
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (458 download)

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Book Synopsis Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love by : Fr. Thomas Acklin, OSB

Download or read book Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love written by Fr. Thomas Acklin, OSB and published by Emmaus Road Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-01 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prayer is at the heart of the Christian life. Given that we are weak and even sinful human beings, how can it be that God has anything to do with us? What does it mean to have a personal relationship with God? Why is God so silent and hidden? How do we grow in prayer? Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love brings the depth of human experience together with the Catholic tradition of prayer to present the path to an intimate and vulnerable relationship with God. Experienced spiritual directors Fr. Thomas Acklin, OSB, and Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, explore the many forms of Catholic prayer and demonstrate that vulnerability is essential to growing in relationship with God. Rich with the wisdom of Scripture, Catholic teaching, and the writings of the saints, Personal Prayer is an exhaustive guide for priests, religious, and laity desiring to receive the Father’s love in a profoundly personal way.

Learning to Pray

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Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0062643258
Total Pages : 395 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (626 download)

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Book Synopsis Learning to Pray by : James Martin

Download or read book Learning to Pray written by James Martin and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-02-02 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “A smart, wise, often side-splittingly funny master class in seeking God. Any spiritual seeker—from atheist to professional religious—will cherish this bravura tome from one of our great spiritual guides, in the lineage of C. S. Lewis, Henri Nouwen, Thomas Merton, Gandhi, and Mother Teresa. Hallelujah & amen!”—Mary Karr, author of Lit and The Liar’s Club One of America’s most beloved spiritual leaders and the New York Times bestselling author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything and Jesus: A Pilgrimage teaches anyone to converse with God in this comprehensive guide to prayer. In The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything, Father James Martin included a chapter on communicating with God. Now, he expands those thoughts in this profound and practical handbook. Learning to Pray explains what prayer is, what to expect from praying, how to do it, and how it can transform us when we make it a regular practice in our lives. A trusted guide walking beside us as we navigate our unique spiritual paths, Martin lays out the different styles and traditions of prayer throughout Christian history and invites us to experiment and discover which works best to feed our soul and build intimacy with our Creator. Father Martin makes clear there is not one secret formula for praying. But like any relationship, each person can discover the best style for building an intimate relationship with God, regardless of religion or denomination. Prayer, he teaches us, is open and accessible to anyone willing to open their heart.

The Catholic Prayer Book

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Publisher : Darton, Longman & Todd
ISBN 13 : 9780232523225
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (232 download)

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Book Synopsis The Catholic Prayer Book by : Michael Buckley

Download or read book The Catholic Prayer Book written by Michael Buckley and published by Darton, Longman & Todd. This book was released on 1999-06-21 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published as the TREASURY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, this is a collection from the rich tradition of the church, including personal, family and liturgical prayers. It serves as a treasury of Catholic worship from ancient times to the present day.

Call on Me

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Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 0819228508
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (192 download)

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Book Synopsis Call on Me by : Jenifer Gamber

Download or read book Call on Me written by Jenifer Gamber and published by Church Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First exclusively Episcopal prayer book for youth This prayer book designed for teens draws from the Book of Common Prayer, relevant prayers written by well known Episcopalians, and ancient prayers rooted in the Bible. New and original prayers are also offered, written by contemporary church leaders in the Episcopal Church, as well as by teens themselves, young adults and youth leaders. The book is structured in four parts: Daily Prayer. Including morning prayer, table blessings, and night time. Prayers for the Seasons of the Church Year. Blessing of a Christmas tree, prayer for Christ in my life for Easter, prayer for courage to share my faith, and more. Prayers for Daily Life. Before a special school event, before a sports event, before a test, being left out, bullying, dating, divorce, doubts, forgiveness, friendship, gratitude, grief, guidance, hope, motivation, peer pressure, pets, purpose, and more. Prayers for Important Events. Significant birthday, earning a driver’s license, Confirmation, beginning the school year, starting high school, applying for college, graduating high school, going to college, joining the workforce.

Opening to God

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Publisher : Ave Maria Press
ISBN 13 : 1594713189
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (947 download)

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Book Synopsis Opening to God by : Thomas H. Green

Download or read book Opening to God written by Thomas H. Green and published by Ave Maria Press. This book was released on 2006-04-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Often, people feel drawn to prayer but are timid and unsure about how to pray. For over thirty years, this book has demystified prayer for countless thousands. Friendly and inviting, Opening to God, now available in a revised, updated edition, explains what prayer is all about, then turns to techniques that ready the soul to encounter God. Mining his rich experiences as a Jesuit missionary and spiritual director, Thomas Green, S.J., shakes away the cobwebs and banishes stodgy assumptions about spiritual life that is fed by the practice of prayer. A must-have resource, both for beginners and practiced 'pray-ers' who want to cultivate a more meaningful prayer experience.

A Guide to Prayer for All Who Walk with God

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Publisher : Upper Room Books
ISBN 13 : 083581226X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (358 download)

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Book Synopsis A Guide to Prayer for All Who Walk with God by : Norman Shawchuck

Download or read book A Guide to Prayer for All Who Walk with God written by Norman Shawchuck and published by Upper Room Books. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, the fourth in The Upper Room’s bestselling “Guide to Prayer” series, offers a simple pattern of daily prayer built around weekly themes and organized by the Christian church year. Each week follows this pattern: Affirmation Psalm Psalm Prayer Daily Scripture Readings Silence Daily Reading Reflection (Silent or Written) Prayers Offering of Self to God Blessing The daily readings are drawn from the history of Christian spirituality and feature such writers as Francis of Assisi, Teresa of Avila, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Henri J. M. Nouwen, Sue Monk Kidd, Douglas Steere, Jan Richardson, Trevor Hudson, Wendy M. Wright, and many others. Beautifully bound in a leather-like cover, A Guide to Prayer for All Who Walk with God makes a perfect gift and a reliable companion for anyone seeking to deepen a steady life of prayer.

A Beginner's Book of Prayer

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Publisher : Loyola Press
ISBN 13 : 0829427929
Total Pages : 195 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (294 download)

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Download or read book A Beginner's Book of Prayer written by and published by Loyola Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This beginner's guide to prayer will guide Catholics who need help learning to pray.

The Book of Uncommon Prayer

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Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0310241421
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (12 download)

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Book Synopsis The Book of Uncommon Prayer by : Steve L. Case

Download or read book The Book of Uncommon Prayer written by Steve L. Case and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2002 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do you need this book? Because there are treasures in tradition. In stark contrast to the common belief that youth workers require nothing less than a light show, smoke machine, and sweaty punk-rock band to reach teenagers' souls, more and more youth have actually been moving toward depth and quiet---and away from fluff and noise. Creeds, candles, silence, and ancient spiritual practices are all gaining understanding and popularity among students who're passionately seeking otherworldly and mysterious fragrances. They're realizing that there are treasures in tradition. The Book of Uncommon Prayer is your tool for unearthing, dusting off, and tapping into these treasures---but in ways that are completely contemporary and, more importantly, completely relevant to students. It's personal. The prayers and worship services inside are written for youth ministry---for students and for youth workers! They tell the from-the-gut truth about what you and your kids face every day---and in language that won't leave anybody scratching their heads. It's practical. These tools are for just about any situation you can think of. Need a prayer for a lock-in? For family? For loving enemies? For final exams? How about a mind-blowing 'Dumpster' Christmas service? An eye-opening service for All Hallows Eve? Or the most intense service for Good Friday you've ever experienced? They're all here---along with many other innovative vehicles for bringing your students into communion with God. It's unparalleled. This book is for all denominations. It doesn't matter if you're mainline or evangelical, Protestant or Catholic; The Book of Uncommon Prayer is geared for all teenagers and youth workers in Jesus' church! There's also an entire section of devotions and prayers written specifically for you, the youth worker, to renew and strengthen you when times are tough. Plus...we've included a bonus music CD in the back---Eucharist---an at-once moody and energetic, ancient-postmodern collection of songs straight from the 'alternative worship' movement in the United Kingdom. Many services inside use songs from the Eucharist CD, and there's even an entire service that uses the CD from start to finish. Mysterious. Practical. Treasure-filled. (Yes, uncommon, too!) The Book of Uncommon Prayer is a rich source of God-revealing worship and a one-of-a-kind guide for personal renewal that youth workers, camp counselors, Sunday school teachers, adult volunteers (and even students) will love.

A Friendly Guide to John's Gospel

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Publisher : Friendly Guide
ISBN 13 : 9781921946325
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (463 download)

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Book Synopsis A Friendly Guide to John's Gospel by : Mary L. Coloe

Download or read book A Friendly Guide to John's Gospel written by Mary L. Coloe and published by Friendly Guide. This book was released on 2012-09 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this guide, Coloe explains how John has selected and shaped this material di¬fferently: where the Synoptic Gospels work from a theological framework of sin and atonement, John speaks of life and eternity life

A Guide to Jewish Prayer

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Publisher : Schocken
ISBN 13 : 0805211470
Total Pages : 470 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (52 download)

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Book Synopsis A Guide to Jewish Prayer by : Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz

Download or read book A Guide to Jewish Prayer written by Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz and published by Schocken. This book was released on 2002-03-05 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From one of the world's most famous and respected rabbis—"a practical explanation of Jewish worship from a spiritual slant" (Detroit Free Press). For both the novice and for those who have been engaged in prayer for years, here is the one guide needed to practice Jewish prayer and understand the prayer book. From the origins and meaning of worship to a step-by-step explanation of the daily prayers to the reason you're not supposed to chat with your friends during services, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz answers many of the questions likely to arise about Jewish prayer. Here are chapters on daily prayer; Sabbath prayer; prayer services for the holidays; the yearly cycle of synagogue Bible readings; the history and makeup of the synagogue; the different prayer rites for Ashkenazim, Sephardim, Yemenites, and other cultural/geographic groupings; the role of the rabbi and the cantor in the synagogue; and the role of music in the service.

Friendly Guide to the Birth of Jesus

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ISBN 13 : 9781925073379
Total Pages : 58 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (733 download)

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Book Synopsis Friendly Guide to the Birth of Jesus by : Mary Coloe

Download or read book Friendly Guide to the Birth of Jesus written by Mary Coloe and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-15 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The birth of Jesus is one of the best-known stories in the Gospels, and yet often people do not think about or read the text as adults. They carry with them childhood memories that may be inaccurate, according to the text, and miss the deep theological purpose of these two narratives. While writing about the birth of a child, Matthew and Luke have clearly in their minds the adult Jesus - if only we could see him. It is a little like approaching an iceberg without realising that most of the iceberg is below the surface. If we only read the "surface" story of the nativity, we fail to understand the rich introductions to the person and ministry of the adult Jesus. This book will help you to dive beneath the surface of the text and come to a deeper faith appreciation of both Gospels' introduction to Jesus' ministry.