Foundations - Prayer and Spirituality
Prayer and Spirituality is friendship with God, and this Pillar navigates us through the joys and difficulties of the spiritual life. Founded on Christ’s examples and teachings on prayer, we explore the diversity of the spiritual life, and practical applications to be utilized for personal growth. This series provides a roadmap from common Catholic devotions, to the heights of contemplation.
Audience
Adult, Catechesis
List of Lessons
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The Big Picture of Spirituality
This lesson presents a comprehensive overview of Catholic spirituality, highlighting its purpose, stages, and key practices within the context of God’s plan for human flourishing and salvation.
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Introduction to the Life of Prayer
This lesson introduces the foundational principles of Catholic prayer, helping learners develop a personal relationship with God through various forms and expressions of prayer.
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Prayer in the Life of Jesus
This lesson examines how prayer shaped the life and mission of Jesus, offering a model for deep communion with the Father and guiding our own practice of prayer.
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The Practice of Prayer
This lesson focuses on cultivating a consistent and meaningful prayer life through practical methods, disciplines, and the rich tradition of Catholic spiritual practices.
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Overcoming Difficulties in Prayer
This lesson addresses common obstacles in prayer—such as distraction, dryness, and discouragement—and offers spiritual and practical guidance for persevering in a faithful prayer life.
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Devotion to Mary
This lesson explores the biblical and theological foundations of Marian devotion, highlighting its role in Catholic spirituality and its power to draw us closer to Christ.
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Catholic Devotions
This lesson introduces the rich variety of Catholic devotions—such as the Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, and Eucharistic Adoration—as pathways to deepen one’s love for God and grow in holiness.
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Docility to the Holy Spirit
This lesson explores how cultivating docility to the Holy Spirit deepens one’s spiritual life, guiding daily decisions and fostering greater openness to God’s will.
Foundations - Prayer and Spirituality
Prayer and Spirituality is friendship with God, and this Pillar navigates us through the joys and difficulties of the spiritual life. Founded on Christ’s examples and teachings on prayer, we explore the diversity of the spiritual life, and practical applications to be utilized for personal growth.
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