Prayer is one of the pillars of Christian Life. It’s not effortless and needs work. There are many sources of prayer – some formal, some modern and some biblical – each with their own positives and negatives. One of the first things to pray for is that God will open our eyes to his love and kindle a passion for his name. Prayer Resources: Articles on Prayer; Prayers for every season.
By Cindy Wooden – In a video recorded on the phone of the Anglican archbishop of Canterbury, Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to join the worldwide “Thy Kingdom Come” prayer campaign May 30-June 9. Archbishop Justin...
In September a priest who leads an international Christian meditation movement will visit South Africa. PAUL FALLER provides some background. In September the spiritual leader of the World Community for Christian Meditation will make a...
By Carol Glatz – God never tricks, traps or tempts his children to sin or commit evil, Pope Francis said. God is with his people every step of the way — during times of...
Chatteris / Church / Pray with The Pope / Prayer
by Chris Chatteris · Published May 1, 2019 · Last modified April 29, 2019
What the pope wants from Africa Intention: That the Church in Africa, through the commitment of its members, may be the seed of unity among her peoples and a sign of hope for this...
Church / Letter of the Week / Prayer
by Letters Editor · Published April 30, 2019 · Last modified April 29, 2019
Tom Drake, Johannesburg – Contemplative prayer has interested me for many years, but I must say, I cannot consider I have achieved the communication with God that was promised. I have tried for years,...
By Laura Ieraci – Numerous organisations, both private and public, seek to help those who struggle with substance abuse through programming and support services, but Father Bryan Eyman has committed to a different approach: prayer....
Chatteris / Church / Pray with The Pope / Prayer
by Chris Chatteris · Published April 1, 2019 · Last modified March 31, 2019
Prayer Intention: For doctors and their humanitarian collaborators in war zones, who risk their lives to save the lives of others. The fog of war is a dangerous place to be, but we are...
The kingdom of God is being established slowly in the world through patience and gentleness and not by violence or force, Pope Francis said. Jesus’ petition for his father’s kingdom to come “is not...
We have one life. What are we doing with it? Are we remembering our death? To some it sounds strange, but that’s what a Daughter of St. Paul is doing through her revival of...
God of goodness and mercy, Hear my prayer as I begin this Lenten journey with you. Let me be honest with myself as I look into my heart and soul, noticing the times I...
When speaking to God as a father, Christians experience a love that goes beyond human love and affection, which can be unpredictable and mired by selfishness, Pope Francis said. While often compared to the...
Almighty Father, as we approach the elections, grant us the wisdom and courage we need in order to make the right choices. Help us to carry out our duties as responsible citizens with respect...
