Matthew 17:16-20
Luke 11:1-13
Mark 11:22-25
Philipians 4:6-7
Father Hasenoehrl's Book Recommendation Prayer for Beginners by Peter Kreeft. (2000, Ignatius Press, San Francisco)
Resources for further discussion individually or within small groups:
Questions
1. Why is the Holy Mass the highest form of prayer?
2. What is your favorite prayer?
3. Do you have a daily prayer routine?
4. How does Scripture reading factor into your prayer life?
5. How about the Rosary?
6. What advice would you give to anyone who comes to you wanting to learn "how to pray" but does not know where to begin?
Additional Books
Christian Spirituality: An Introduction to the Heritage by Charles J Healey SJ
Divine Intimacy by Father Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D.
In the School of Contemplation by Andre Louf
Toward God by Michael Casey
The Classics of Catholic Spirituality
St. Augustine: Confessions The Cloud of Unknowing The Little Flowers of St. Francis
Julian of Norwich: Revelations of Divine Love Thomas a Kempis: The Imitations of Christ St. Ignatius of Loyola: The Spiritual Exercises St. Teresa of Avila: Interior Castle St. Francis de Sales: Introduction to the Devout Life Bro. Lawerence of the Resurrection: The Practice of the Presence of God St. Louis de Montfort: True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary Jean-Pierre de Caussade: Abandonment to Divine Providence St. Therese of Lisiuex: Story of a Soul