The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 241: The Finding of Jesus in the Temple and Baptism of Jesus
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Aug 29, 2025 Struggling with distractions in prayer? Explore how cultivating peace in your daily routine can transform your spiritual life. By examining the Finding of Jesus in the Temple and His Baptism, you’ll gain practical tips for meditative prayer. Discover insights on how a distracted life can affect prayer and find encouragement through wisdom from St. Charles Borromeo. Join in for uplifting reflections and deepen your connection through the Rosary.
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Handle Prayer Distractions Calmly
- When distractions arise in prayer, don't overreact or dwell on them.
- Respond calmly in the moment and address root causes outside the prayer time.
Distraction Outside Prayer Affects Prayer
- A distracted life naturally produces distracted prayer.
- Reducing daily noise invites deeper, more focused meditative prayer.
St. Charles Borromeo Example
- Fr. Mark-Mary cites a favorite quote from St. Charles Borromeo about distracted priests.
- The quote highlights priests complaining about distraction at Mass after talking in the sacristy.