Patterns of Prayer
Patterns of Prayer by Eugene McCaffrey, published by Paulist Press in 2003, is a concise guide designed to inspire and encourage individuals to engage in prayer. This 104-page book presents a straightforward approach to prayer, drawing on insights from notable figures such as Teresa of Avila, Teilhard de Chardin, and T.S. Eliot. McCaffrey, a seasoned retreat director, aims to facilitate a deeper understanding of prayer through various perspectives, including discovery, God’s presence, and contemplative meditation.
Readers will find that Patterns of Prayer features short, focused chapters that allow for easy reading in brief intervals, making it suitable for busy lifestyles. The book emphasizes gentle encouragement and is intended for both individual reflection and group settings, such as prayer groups or use in hospitals and hospices. With its emphasis on spirituality and Christian living, this guide serves as a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their prayer life and cultivate a more profound connection with their faith.
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Eugene McCaffrey just wants to get people praying–and keep on praying. A seasoned retreat director, he has written a short, simple guide to prayer rich in encouragement and inspiration. His method is simple but effective. He offers in each chapter a few words from such well known names as Teresa of Avila, Teilhard de Chardin and T.S. Eliot. These quotations are then a jumping off point for presenting prayer from several different angles: discovery, God’s presence, listening, contemplative meditation, awareness, friendship, petition and compassion. Why Patterns of Prayer works: –has short, to-the-point chapters. –offers gentle encouragement without being pushy. –can be read in small chunks–on a bus, train or plane. –is ideal for prayer groups, individuals, use in hospitals and hospices. +
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