Mental Prayer - Daily Meditations for Catholics

Subscribe to Mental Prayer by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. TODAY'S SAINT - June 12th Blessed Alphonsus Mazurek was born in 1891 at Baranowka, near Lubartow, Poland. He entered the Order of Discalced Carmelites in 1908, taking the religious name Alphonsus Mary of the Holy Spirit. He was ordained a priest and appointed as a professor, while dedicating himself to the education of youth. Afterwards he served in his Order as prior and bursar. In 1944, after having been arrested by the troops that had invaded his country, he was shot on 28th August at Nawojowa Gora, near Krzeszowice. He was beatified by John Paul II on 13th June 1999, together with many other Polish martyrs. Reflect on this saint’s life for a while Sit quietly and ...

Subscribe to Mental Prayer by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. QUOTE Oh, how good is God! Teresa of Avila Reflect on the quote for a while Sit quietly and consider this: How can you remember the goodness of God throughout the day? How has God been good to you lately? THANKSGIVING PRAYER Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me. RESOLUTION Based on this reflection, which of the seven deadly sins should you resolve to avoid? (Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Wrath, Pride, Sloth) RESOLUTION PRAYER My God, I offer Thee these resolutions; unless Thou deignest to bless them, I can not be faithful to them. Subscribe to Mental ...

Subscribe to Mental Prayer - Daily Meditations for Catholics by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. QUOTE Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, do I give unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid. John 14:27 Reflect on the quote for a while  Sit quietly and consider this: How can you gain more peace through Jesus today? What is troubling your heart lately? THANKSGIVING PRAYER Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me. RESOLUTION Based on this reflection, which of the seven deadly sins should you resolve to avoid? (Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Wrath, Pride, Sloth)...

Subscribe to Mental Prayer - Daily Meditations for Catholics by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. QUOTE & REFLECTION I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No man cometh to the Father, but by me. John 14:6 Reflect on the quote for a while Sit quietly and consider this: How can you better come to the Father through Jesus today? How does Jesus make your life better? THANKSGIVING PRAYER Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me. RESOLUTION Based on this reflection, which of the seven deadly sins should you resolve to avoid? (Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Wrath, Pride, Sloth) RESOLUTION PRAYER My God, I offer Thee t...

Subscribe to Mental Prayer - Daily Meditations for Catholics by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. QUOTE The fullest measure of happiness even here on earth is attained by harmonizing one’s conduct with the commandments of God. Father Francis Lasance REFLECTION Sit quietly and consider this: How can you better harmonize your actions with God’s commandments? How can you be happier through Christ today? THANKSGIVING PRAYER Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me. RESOLUTION Based on this reflection, which of the seven deadly sins should you resolve to avoid? (Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Wrath, Pride, Sloth) RESOLUTION P...

Subscribe to Mental Prayer - Daily Meditations for Catholics by Email PRAYER BEFORE MEDITATION My God, I firmly believe that Thou art everywhere present and seest all things...cleanse my heart from all vain, wicked, and distracting thoughts. Enlighten my understanding, and inflame my will, that I may pray with reverence, attention, and devotion. QUOTE Satan is the friend of lies, and a lie himself. He will have nothing to do with those who walk in the truth. Teresa of Avila REFLECTION Reflect on the quote for a while Sit quietly and consider this: How can you walk more truthfully today? What lies (small or large) have you been telling yourself or others? THANKSGIVING PRAYER Almighty and eternal God, I adore Thee, and I thank Thee for all the benefits which Thou, in Thy infinite goodness and mercy, hast conferred upon me. RESOLUTION Based on this reflection, which of the seven deadly sins should you resolve to avoid? (Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Greed, Wrath, Pride, Sloth) ...