Prayers of the Catholic Church, prayer resources, and reflections.
What is Humility? Many people think that humility means that we think badly about ourselves. That, however, is not what humility really is. Humility is seeing ourselves as we are. We recognize our lowliness before God. Knowing that we are not perfect, we accept the fact that we are flawed, and we trust that God […]
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Prayer by definition is a “an address (such as a petition) to God or a god in word or thought” . For us Catholics, Prayer is more than just expressing a petition, it is a heart to heart relationship with God. Developing an intimate prayer life with the Lord, will help us to fully know Him, love
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The Lord’s Prayer, or Our Father, is a unifying bond of Christians. Jesus taught it to his disciples as the way to pray to the Father; he did not necessarily mean to pray the exact words, but rather to use the structure of the prayer. There are two versions of the Lord’s Prayer in Scripture
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An Examination of Conscience is helpful in preparing for confessing one’s sins in the sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. It helps one to reflect over several areas of one’s life and what he or she has done and if he or she has offended God in any way.
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The Memorare is a powerful prayer asking for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is called the Memorare due to the first word of the prayer Remember which is translated Memorare in latin. No one knows who the original author of the Memorare is. However, the prayer has become a staple for Catholics
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The rosary is a common, Catholic form of prayer that requires much meditation.Though often thought to be devoted entirely to Mary, the rosary is actuallya meditation on the life of Jesus through the eyes of his loving mother, Mary. The entire rosary is a prayer of Jesus’s life.It is another type of devotional where the
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Catholics say that the the Morning Offering is a great prayer to start each day. Ever wonder why? Where did the the Morning Offering prayer come from and why is it such a popular prayer? Let’s discuss! Who Wrote the Morning Offering Prayer? The Morning Offering is a prayer was written by Fr. François-Xavier Gautrelet
Giving thanks to God for our food is a common Catholic tradition. Ever wonder why do Catholics do it? Let’s discuss! Why Should You Say Grace Before Meals Saying grace before and after meals has been a longstanding Catholic tradition deeply rooted in the faith and practice. The act of saying grace serves as a
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The Hail Holy Queen prayer stands as a timeless hymn of reverence and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Let’s dive into its origins and Latin version to shed light on the prayer’s historical significance and resonance within the tapestry of Catholic tradition. The Origin of the Hail, Holy Queen Prayer For centuries Catholics have
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In the rush of modern life, finding moments for prayer and spiritual connection can feel like a luxury. Yet, within the age-old tradition of the Catholic Church, there exists a timeless practice that invites believers to pause, reflect, and connect with the divine every 6 a.m., 12nn, and 6 p.m. The Angelus prayer, steeped in
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