The Eucharist & Personal Prayer: Insights from Pope Francis; Desiderio Desideravi and from Sacred Scripture

• ISBN: 9789392340567
• Pages: 136
• Format/Edition: Paperback
• Dimensions: 21.5 × 13.5 × 1 cm

About the Book

This book, co-authored by Dr Renu Rita Silvano, OCV, STD and Dr Fiorello Mascarenhas, SJ, DMin, explores the profound connection between personal prayer and communion with God. It emphasizes that prayer is not just a routine but a response to God’s constant loving invitation to be in relationship with Him. The authors stress that God is always the initiator of this divine conversation, and when we neglect or fail to respond, we miss out on the blessings of intimate communion with our Creator.

• Key Themes:

  • Prayer as Response to God’s Invitation: The book highlights that personal prayer is always a response to God’s ongoing invitation, and it is essential to engage with it regularly and eagerly to deepen our relationship with Him.
  • Eucharist and Prayer: The authors reflect on how participating in the Eucharist and personal prayer are intricately linked in the spiritual life, offering a dynamic way to draw closer to God even amidst busy, secular lives.
  • Pope Francis’s Teachings: Drawing inspiration from Pope Francis's teachings, the authors emphasize how prayer and participation in the Eucharist align with the Church’s vision for spiritual fulfillment and communion with God.
  • Biblical Spirituality: The book is grounded in biblical spirituality, offering insights and references from Sacred Scripture to guide the reader in a more fruitful prayer life.
  • Practical and Spiritual Benefits: The book offers practical tips for integrating prayer into daily life, showing its importance for both personal and communal faith.

• Testimonial and Impact:

  • In the Foreword, Dr Christopher de Souza, a renowned Catholic surgeon, shares his experience of how the book profoundly impacted him. As a busy lay professional, he was captivated by the insights provided by the authors about making time for fruitful participation in the Eucharist and the dynamic role of personal prayer in secular life.

• Purpose and Audience:

  • The book offers both spiritual guidance and practical wisdom, making it suitable for individuals seeking a deeper spiritual life, especially those struggling with balancing faith practices in a busy world.
  • It appeals to Catholics who want to deepen their personal relationship with God, both through Eucharist participation and a life of constant prayer.

By illustrating how personal prayer can enrich one's life, the authors aim to inspire readers to embrace God's invitation to communion and make prayer a central part of their lives.