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

Day 351: The Prayer of the Hour of Jesus (2024)

Dec 16, 2024

Discover the rich themes of Jesus's high priestly prayer, emphasizing the unity of creation and salvation. Reflect on the intersection between His ultimate sacrifice and our call as believers. Explore the significance of the Lord’s Prayer and how it embodies Christ's desire for oneness among His followers. Delve into the prayer's ability to connect us as sons and daughters of God, highlighting the relationship between humility and glory. It's a profound meditation on faith, unity, and the divine economy of love.

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The Hour of Jesus prayer encapsulates the essence of creation, salvation, and the profound unity between Jesus and the Father.

Jesus' high priestly prayer emphasizes the urgent need for unity among believers, reflecting the Christian faith's communal identity rooted in love.

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The Hour of Jesus' Prayer

The high priestly prayer of Jesus, as depicted in John's Gospel, encompasses the entire scope of creation and salvation, including His impending death and resurrection. This prayer, which occurs at the Last Supper, marks a significant moment where Jesus communicates intimately with the Father, seeking glory not only for Himself but also for the Father. Through this prayer, Jesus reveals the profound connection between His glorification and God’s purpose, emphasizing that His actions always aim to reflect the Father's glory. The invitation to reflect on this prayer invites believers to appreciate the depth of the relationship between Jesus and the Father and its significance for their own faith journey.

The High Priestly Prayer: A Reflection on Unity and Sacrifice

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Exploring the Heart of Prayer and Unity

2min

Looking at the prayer of the Hour of Jesus, we learn from the Catechism that it “embraces the whole economy of creation and salvation, as well as his death and Resurrection.” This prayer summarizes everything: “God and the world; the Word and the flesh; eternal life and time; the love that hands itself over and the sin that betrays it; the disciples present and those who will believe in him by their word; humiliation and glory. It is the prayer of unity.” Fr. Mike reiterates that this prayer from the Son to the Father allows us to pray as sons and daughters of Christ and give glory to the Father. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2746-2751.

This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.

For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy

Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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