There are many ways to pray the Rosary, but the most traditional way involves the rosary. There are several parts of the rosary that Catholics pray to Mary, Jesus’ mother. The Congregation for Divine Worship directory emphasizes the meditative aspects of the rosary. “Mental lingering and tranquility of rhythm are two key elements of the Rosary,” says the Congregation. “Remembering the Marian apparitions is also a beneficial part of the Rosary.” The prayer for the Rosary is a lengthy one, lasting about 45 minutes. Each decade includes 10 Hail Marys.…
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Benefits of a Catholic Prayer For Healing
A Catholic prayer for healing is a powerful tool for curing ailments. Many people rely on this prayer for their physical and spiritual well-being. A prayer to Jesus, for example, asks the Divine Physician to heal them and help them overcome their suffering. Jesus was a popular healer in every town, and many people came to him for healing. Authentic faith in God and belief in the power of prayer inspired these people to believe that God could heal them. Catholics have many prayers to call on their patron saints…
Read MoreDaily Catholic Prayers Focus Your Attention on God
Daily Catholic Prayers Focus Your Attention on God We all want to pray more and make the time that we spend at prayer much more meaningful. There are so many distractions in our lives, from TV and the internet to friends and family and every day is a struggle to get through them all. Daily Catholic prayers are a great way to focus and keep ourselves open to God’s presence. When praying the people in your life come first, your God, and then you will hear Him call you to…
Read MoreAn Introduction to the Rosary
An Introduction to the Rosary The Rosary has a story to tell, just like the Gospels and Holy Writ. It tells of suffering, trials, defeat, and resurrection, all through the course of human history. There are two basic types of Rosaries: the standard length and the Tridentine. The Tridentine is almost the same length as the 10 Commandments, but with an extra bed or two added for the cross. Both are beautiful and reasonably priced. My personal favorite is the Tridentine. If you are considering whether or not to get…
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It is important to teach your children how to pray. The best place to start is to find a Catholic prayer book for children. Here are some of my favorite Catholic prayers for kids. Simple Catholic Prayers for Kids Sign of the Cross In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day…
Read MoreCatholic Prayers – Finding Catholic Prayers That Will Bring Joy
Looking for Catholic prayers is simple, but there are ways to find the specific prayers you want. Catholic books can help you find the right prayer. You should not use this approach when looking for prayers. It is a waste of time, and because there are so many prayers out there for so many different people, you should be able to find one that is just right for you. The first step to finding Catholic prayers is to determine what prayer is necessary for your particular religion. You do not…
Read MoreShowing Patriotism on Election Day – #WordlessWednesday with #linky on a Tuesday
Today is election day in the United States. Last night I attended a prayer vigil for our country and this election. We need God more than ever and I know that millions of Christian Americans have been praying for our country and a return to a God centered nation, and end to evil and corruption. Please pray for the USA. Visit these great blogs for more Wordless Wednesdays. Rules of this #BlogHop Grab our New button for your blog so I know that you are…
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