Day 328: How We Pray

Today, there is no reading but just a video introduction to Section 4, the last in the Catechism. The focus is on how we pray, and Fr. Mike Schmitz is joined by Sr. Miriam James to explain:

The Catechism Companion Vol III does have some good commentary on this:

Prayer is a response to the relationship with God - a constant communion with the Triune God who dwells within us. God is always the initiator of the gift of prayer. It is not solely dependent on our effort but is a response to God's grace. The various forms of prayer mentioned in the Catechism are tools to deepen our relationship with God rather than keeping him at a distance... Difficulty in prayer is not necessarily a sign of doing something wrong. Dryness and distraction in prayer can be a way for our hearts to grow and for our love to become less selfish. It is crucial that we do not view God as an instrument rather than a loving Father. Prayer cannot be allowed to devolve into manipulation. (p. 172)