Clement of Alexandria, a popular teacher of the early Church, put it simply: “Prayer is conversation with God.” Like any conversation, it goes both ways. We talk to God, and He talks to us. God loves us more than we can imagine. He wants us to get to know and love Him as a Father. Like any loving parent, He wants to spend time talking with His children.
But prayer doesn't always come easily or naturally. Even the Apostles asked Our Lord, "Teach us how to pray." In our pamphlet "What the CHURCH Teaches: How to Pray as a Catholic," we provide practical advice on how to pray, what to say and give answers to questions we all have such as "Does God always hear our prayers?" and "How do I know when God is talking." (The pamphlet can be ordered by clicking here)
Prayer is the foundation of our Christian life. Without prayer, we cannot enter into a relationship with God. You'll find a wealth of information and suggestions for learning to pray in our pamphlet, including Catholic prayer traditions and actual prayers. The pamphlet lists additional resources, and we offer these online to help you find an answer to the age-old cry, "Teach me how to pray!"
How to Pray the Rosary -- Thoughtful meditations and Scripture passages. Includes the new Luminous mysteries. Click here for more information Also available in Spanish
Eucharistic Adoration –How-to-guide provides prayers and illustrated explanations of the objects used in adoration. Click here for more information
How to Make a Good Confession -- The actions and responses needed for each step of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Includes a practical examination of conscience. Click here for more information
Five Ways to Prepare for Mass -- Ways to make attending Mass a more spiritually fulfilling experience by giving, not getting. Click here for more information
The Way of the Cross with Pope Benedict XVI -- Pray the Stations with our new Pontiff. Click here for more information
Catholic Family Prayer Book, compiled by Jacquelyn Lindsey Click here for more information
Large Print Catholic Prayer Book, compiled by Jacquelyn Lindsey Click here for more information
Catholic Pocket Prayer Book, compiled by Jacquelyn Lindsey Click here for more information
Prayer Book for Catholics, compiled by Jacquelyn Lindsey Click here for more information
Catholic Prayer Book for Mothers, by Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle Click here for more information
Handbook of Prayers, by Rev. James Socias Click here for more information
Encyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices, by Ann Ball Click here for more information
The How to Book of Catholic Devotions by Mike Aquilina and Regis Flaherty. Click here for more information
The How to Book of the Mass, Revised and Expanded, by Michael Dubruiel. Click here for more information
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