The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 329: The Gift of Prayer (2025)
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Nov 25, 2025 Explore the depths of prayer as a heartfelt surge defined by St. Thérèse. Delve into how humility acts as the foundation for genuine connection with God. Discover the beautiful notion that prayer is God's gift, where our thirst meets His. Understand the heart's role in sincere prayer and its biblical implications. Finally, learn how Christian prayer embodies a covenant and communion with the Father through the Spirit, enriching your spiritual journey.
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St. Thérèse's Definition Of Prayer
- Fr. Mike quotes St. Thérèse: 'Prayer is a surge of the heart' to capture prayer's simplicity.
- He uses her image to show prayer is a heartfelt look toward heaven, embracing trial and joy.
Prayer Is A Living Relationship
- Prayer is a living relationship that arises from the mystery of faith and requires belief, celebration, and personal life.
- Prayer is where the thirst of God meets our thirst, making it primarily a gift and response rather than a human achievement.
Begin Prayer With Humility
- Approach God with humility because humility is the foundation of prayer.
- Acknowledge you do not know how to pray as you ought and be ready to receive prayer as a gift.
