Praying the Liturgy of Hours Podcasts with Fr. Timothy Gallagher - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts

Episode 1  – Introduction – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher From “Praying the Liturgy of the Hours,” Fr. Gallagher shares: When we consider the potential of the Liturgy of the Hours for spiritual growth, that significance deepens beyond measure. The Liturgy of the Hours is a part of life, an experience of prayer that merits our explicit attention and reflection. The Second Vatican Council taught with great emphasis that the Liturgy of the Hours is a prayer for the entire people of God. For more episodes in this series visit Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours Check out here to hear the podcast referenced here by Fr. Gallagher:  IP#260 Daria Sockey – The Everyday Catholic’s Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours Father Timothy M. Gallagher, O.M.V., was ordained in 1979 as a member of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary, a religious community dedicated to retreats and spiritual formation according to the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Fr. Gallagher is featured on the EWTN series “Living the Discerning Life: The Spiritual Teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola”. For more information on how to obtain copies of Fr. Gallaghers’s various books and audio which are available for purchase, please visit his website: frtimothygallagher.org For the other episodes in this series check out Fr. Timothy Gallagher’s “Discerning Hearts” page The post LOH1 – Introduction – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Episode 2 – Praying the Psalms – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher From “Praying the Liturgy of the Hours,” Fr. Gallagher shares: My psalter is my joy. —Saint Augustine SINCE THE OLD TESTAMENT times when they were written, people of faith have loved the Psalms. Devout Jews turned to these one hundred fifty prayers in times of joy and sorrow, of peace and desperate need. Jesus knew, quoted, and prayed the Psalms; in him, the fullness of divine revelation, the Psalms acquired their deepest meaning. 1 The early Christians likewise prayed them and, when the persecutions of the first centuries ceased, gathered for this prayer in their churches. For more episodes in this series visit Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours Check out here to hear the podcast referenced here by Fr. Gallagher: IP#260 Daria Sockey – The Everyday Catholic’s Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours Father Timothy M. Gallagher, O.M.V., was ordained in 1979 as a member of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary, a religious community dedicated to retreats and spiritual formation according to the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Fr. Gallagher is featured on the EWTN series “Living the Discerning Life: The Spiritual Teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola.” For more information on how to obtain copies of Fr. Gallaghers’s various books and audio which are available for purchase, please visit his website: frtimothygallagher.org For the other episodes in this series check out Fr. Timothy Gallagher’s “Discerning Hearts” page The post LOH2 – Praying the Psalms – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher, Theology of the Liturgy of the Hours expert, discusses the theology and power of the Liturgy of the Hours, emphasizing its role as a prayer of praise and intercession. He explores the importance of having the right disposition of heart and understanding its theology. The podcast also explores the transformative power of participating in the Liturgy and the role it plays in nurturing prayer life and practicing the Catholic faith.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher discusses the Liturgy of the Hours and its importance for families. Topics include the theology behind the Liturgy of the Hours, praying it as a family, availability of a free app, and the power of the Liturgy of the Hours in building a strong relationship with God. They also explore the prayer of the Psalms in personal prayer.

Episode 5 – How do I Pray the Liturgy of the Hours? – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher From “Praying the Liturgy of the Hours “, Fr. Gallagher discusses: The renewed Liturgy of the Hours offers five daily times of prayer: Morning Prayer, to be said as the day begins; Daytime Prayer, to be said in late morning, midday, or midafternoon; Evening Prayer, to be said in the evening; Night Prayer, to be said just before retiring; and the Office of Readings, a longer and more meditative prayer to be said at any convenient time during the day. Morning and Evening Prayer, depending on how they are prayed— alone or in a group, with or without singing, and so forth— may take ten to fifteen minutes. Daytime Prayer is shorter and Night Prayer shorter still. The Office of Readings may take twenty minutes, or more if one has time for further reflection on the readings. The two “hinge” (principal) hours, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, follow essentially the same pattern. After an invocation of God’s help and a brief prayer of praise, the hour begins with a hymn. As a hymn, ideally this is sung, though in individual prayer it is often recited. Two psalms and a biblical canticle follow, each introduced and concluded by an antiphon. A short passage from Scripture is next read, together with a prayer of response to its message. A Gospel canticle— Zechariah’s Benedictus in the morning and Mary’s Magnificat in the evening— with its antiphon is then prayed. The hour concludes with intercessions for various needs, the Our Father, and a final prayer. Daytime Prayer consists of a hymn, three psalms, a short scriptural reading, and a final prayer. Night Prayer follows a similar pattern, shortened, however, to one psalm and with prayers appropriate to the day’s end. The Office of Readings begins with a hymn and three psalms that prepare for two longer readings, one from the Bible and the other from a Church Father, a saint, or another classic spiritual writer. These readings offer daily nourishment for reflection and meditation. The Liturgy of the Hours harmonizes with the Mass of the day. If, for example, the Mass is for the Second Sunday of Advent, then Morning Prayer, the Office of Readings, and the other hours will focus on the theme of Advent: preparing for the coming For more episodes in this series visit Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours Check our here to hear the podcast referenced here by Fr. Gallagher: IP#260 Daria Sockey – The Everyday Catholic’s Guide to the Liturgy of the Hours Fr. Gallagher mentions iBrevary as a resource that can aid in praying the liturgy of the hours Father Timothy M. Gallagher, O.M.V., was ordained in 1979 as a member of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary, a religious community dedicated to retreats and spiritual formation according to the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Fr. Gallagher is featured on the EWTN series “Living the Discerning Life: The Spiritual Teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola”. For more information on how to obtain copies of Fr. Gallaghers’s various books and audio which are available for purchase, please visit his website: frtimothygallagher.org For the other episodes in this series check out Fr. Timothy Gallagher’s “Discerning Hearts” page The post LOH5 – How do I Pray the Liturgy of the Hours? – Praying the Liturgy of the Hours with Fr. Timothy Gallagher appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher discusses the process of praying the Liturgy of the Hours, highlighting the structure and meaning of Psalm 57. He explores the emotions expressed in the opening lines and the availability of a free app for prayers. Fr. Gallagher emphasizes the richness of the liturgy and the power of praying the Psalms.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher discusses the Ignatian connection to the Liturgy of the Hours, the power of praying it during times of spiritual desolation, and the transformative impact on spiritual growth.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher, an expert in the Liturgy of the Hours, discusses the importance of praise in this podcast. He explores how praise deepens our sense of God's love and brings blessings. They also touch on praying the Psalms, using antiphons and insights from the saints, and accessing the liturgy digitally. They highlight the convenience of digital forms and shortened versions for busy laypeople.