40 Days, 40 Ways to Pray

Embark on a spiritual journey into God's Heart and experience some of the most powerful and time-tested expressions of prayer. You will find, together in this one book, all the tools you need to form the daily habit of communing with God, to develop a steady prayer life, and to receive the life-giving water that God offers you at every moment.

This book is an invaluable resource for use as a Lenten or year-round devotional, a do-it-yourself parish mission, or a guide for families and parishioners in sacramental preparation and faith-formation programs. It is ideal for ongoing personal prayer and small-group discussions.

Perfect for all who desire to advance in their prayer life, this volume introduces readers to a myriad of devotions, spiritualities, and methods for encountering God in prayer to cultivate a truly personal relationship with Jesus.

Just as no two human relationships are the same, everyone's friendship with God is unique and unrepeatable, so Jonah Soucy presents you with:

• Reflections on forty prayer methods, with action steps to help you go deeper
• A general overview of prayer, and beneficial highlights from the major Catholic spiritual movements of the last several centuries
• Outcomes to expect when you delve further into the spiritual life
• Practical strategies for continued growth in holiness
• Spaces for note-taking and journaling about your impressions and experiences in prayer
• Lists of suggested resources for additional exploration

In addition, you will identify the most common tactics of the enemy and the temptations and traps to look out for as you journey closer to God. And best of all, you will discover the ways in which God speaks to you and how you can lovingly respond to Him.

No matter what time of year you embark on this journey, 40 Days, 40 Ways to Pray promises to enrich your spiritual life with its profound insights and practical wisdom.