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Catechesis on Psalm 141: “Prayer in danger”
In looking at the first Psalm of Sunday Vespers (evening prayer), this catechesis exemplifies St. John Paul II’s approach of carefully analyzing biblical texts, drawing out their moral implications, and
Catecheses on the Psalms 1-2
We begin a new prayer series, looking at the Catecheses on the Psalms and Canticles of the Liturgy of the Hours by Pope John Paul II. Beginning March 2001 until
Catechesis on prayer: 38. The Paschal prayer of Jesus for us
One of the most evident characteristics of Jesus’ earthly life and mission is that he prayed: Jesus immersed himself in conversation with the Father as the core of his entire
Catechesis on prayer: 36. Jesus, model and soul of all prayer
Jesus had a profound life of prayer that was fundamental to His relationship with His Father (and his disciples). Each of the pivotal moments in Jesus life and ministry were
Catechesis on prayer: 35. The certainty of being heard
One of the most challenging aspects of prayer is when it seems to go unanswered. This is a universal experience, particularly in cases of praying for sick loved ones. It
Catechesis on prayer: 34. Distractions, time of barrenness, sloth
In his catechesis, Pope Francis addresses common difficulties in prayer and strategies to overcome them. Prayer is a battle and requires perseverance due to three main challenges: Distractions: The mind’s
