Praying Like the Early Church: Seven Insights from the Church Fathers to Help Yo

Description: Praying Like the Early Church by James L. Papandrea Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description "Through the lives of early Church Fathers and Mothers, Dr. Papandrea emphasizes the centrality of the Mass and the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist to our prayer lives, providing methods to help you benefit more at Mass and in daily life, and ways to grow in gratitude and devotion." [taken from back cover] Publisher Description There are many misconceptions about prayer, ranging from what it is to how and why we pray. Dr. James Papandrea breaks open the wisdom of early Christians to transform and enrich your spiritual life and help you develop a daily rhythm for fruitful conversation with God. Here is the spiritual game plan you need to assist you in opening your heart to the Fathers invitation, receiving His love, living virtuously in practical ways, and entering into deeper communion with Him. Through the lives of early Church Fathers and Mothers, Dr. Papandrea emphasizes the centrality of the Mass and the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist in our lives of prayer, providing methods to help you benefit more at Mass and in daily life, and ways to grow in gratitude and devotion. You will learn how the sacraments were practiced in the early Church and their power in flooding us with Gods graces today. Additionally, you will see why communal worship is vital and the role of pilgrimage in Christian life. In these life-changing pages, you will find: - Why the Eucharist was the most important prayer from the Churchs inception - How Our Lady shows us what prayer really is and ways we can imitate her - Three meta-virtues in prayer and five characteristics of righteousness - How to pray without ceasing and develop "prayer attitudes" - Three tips on surrendering yourself to Gods will - Three things that block Gods grace (Brace yourself!)Dr. Papandrea also reveals the biblical roots of making the Sign of the Cross and what the early Christians taught about the layers of meaning in the Our Father. Moreover, he documents what early Christians believed regarding reading the Bible, praying for the dead, the role of the saints, repetition in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Included at the end of each chapter are sections on how to pray like an early Christian and resources on how "to go deeper." An invaluable prayer plan, prayers from early Christians, and other helpful resources are also featured."The teachings of the Fathers are permanently relevant. James Papandrea makes that clear in this profound and practical book. Drawing eight key insights from the ancient Church, he guides readers through Christianitys classic spirituality. This is something more than lessons to study. Its spiritual direction for life ahead." -- Michael Aquilina, Author, The Fathers of the Church, and EWTN Host Author Biography Dr. James L. Papandrea is an award-winning author, Professor of Church History and Historical Theology, and the host of the podcast, The Way of the Fathers, and the YouTube channel, The Original Church. His many books have been translated into multiple languages, and he is a regular speaker on the subject of the Church fathers and the early Church. A former Protestant deacon, the Church Fathers brought him back to the Catholic Church of his Italian heritage. He is on the faculty at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and is recognized for his ecumenical work on behalf of the whole Body of Christ. He is a senior fellow of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology and was named a "Springtime Ambassador" by the Springtime of Faith Foundation, an organization facilitating ecumenical dialogue and Christian cooperation. Jim is a member of multiple professional organizations, including the Academy of Catholic Theology, the North American Patristics Society, and the Socie Details ISBN 1644138166 ISBN-13 9781644138168 Title Praying Like the Early Church Author James L. Papandrea Format Paperback Year 2024 Pages 288 Publisher Sophia Institute Press GE_Item_ID:160285296; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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