joy in prayer
“He went up on the mountain by himself to pray.” Matthew 14:23
“Joy is prayer—joy is strength—joy is love.” -St. Teresa of Calcutta
Together, Growing in Prayer.
Whether praying comes easily or you sometimes wonder what to say, you are welcome here. Joy in Prayer is a place to explore the richness of Catholic prayer and grow closer to God through speaking, listening, and simply spending time with Him.
We don’t have to wait for the best place or time to pray. God wants to hear from us anytime. Some of my most meaningful group prayer experiences came when I moderated Unified Sports teams at the high school where I worked. Before every practice and game, we prayed together. In those moments, I learned what real honesty in prayer felt like.
I am learning to recognize that God is with me in the good moments, the sad ones, and the lonely ones—and that prayer is about more than bringing Him my wishes. Here, I will share reflections, prayers, and ways to pray as we learn together to open our hearts to His presence and listen for His wisdom.
LATEST FROM JOY IN PRAYER
Invite God into your Day
You don’t need the perfect words, just a willing heart. Take five minutes now and let Jesus meet you right where you are, in The Prayer Room.
Meditation
Be still and rest with God.
Scripture
Let God speak to you through His Word.
WAYS TO PRAY
Rosary
Pray with Mary and reflect on the life of Jesus.
Journaling
Write your prayers, thoughts, and reflections.
There are so many different ways to pray. God wants to hear from us and help us learn to listen to Him, too. Let’s explore these ways of praying and more. For now, visit The Prayer Room and see if one of the prayers there helps you begin a conversation with God.
Adoration
Spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.
