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Day 328: How We Pray (Part 4 Intro w/ Sr. Miriam James Heidland) (2024)

The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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Embracing Contemplative Prayer

This chapter explores the intimate nature of contemplative prayer as a personal connection with God, drawing on St. Teresa of Avila's insights about friendship with the divine. It highlights individual experiences, such as a mother finding a deep relationship with God through reflective moments, and contrasts contemplative prayer with intercessory prayer. The discussion encourages listeners to embrace prayer as a vital practice, emphasizing that struggles in prayer can lead to deeper love and authenticity in their relationship with God.

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