Saint Raphael Meditation: "If you knew the gift of God"
A meditation (guided prayer) on the need to foster wonder at God's grandeur and presence in our life.
To Know Him and To Know Yourself (IX): Fear Not, I Am With You
In our life of prayer, difficulties and moments of darkness may arise. But we should have the certainty that God is especially close to us then.
To Know Him and To Know Yourself (VIII): At the Right Time
"We need to remember the beautiful, great things that God has done for each of us, since a prayer of remembrance does a lot of good for a Christian heart."
July Recollection Kit (2020)
Who said you can't spend a few hours in quiet prayer in your own home? Even if you are not with other people, these materials can help you to "recollect" for a few hours wherever you are.
"Are we protecting our unity in the Church with prayer?"
On 29 June, in his homily for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis stressed the importance of unity in the Church.
The Stronger Faith We All Need
To strengthen our spiritual life during this global crisis, here are some resources that could help. Check back for daily updates.
"Prayer was the golden thread running through David's life"
In his 24 June General Audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer, speaking about "The prayer of David."
June Recollection Kit (2020)
A recollection is a “mini-retreat,” a few hours of quiet prayer in which we can look at our lives in the presence of God. As we continue to face a global plague, this guide for a "recollection-at-home" will help you spend an hour or two in loving conversation with God, right where you are.
"Jacob encountered God face to face"
In his 10 June General Audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer, focusing on the figure of Jacob in the Old Testament.
To Know Him and To Know Yourself (VII): A Good Connection
We have “a direct line with God Our Lord. He is so good that He is always available for us." A new article in the series on prayer.