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WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30963 [post_author] => 43 [post_date] => 2023-02-03 16:03:39 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-02-03 16:03:39 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">St. Joseph, the spouse of Mary and the foster father of Jesus, is celebrated individually on two feast days. We celebrate St. Joseph, the Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, on March 19 and <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-st-joseph-worker-novena/">St. Joseph the Worker</a> a few months later on May 1. There are also other feast days on which we recognize St. Joseph as a member of the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/holy-family-novena/">Holy Family</a> and a model of holiness, humility, hard work, and loyalty. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Pray the Litany of St. Joseph on his feasts or any day to ask for his intercession in your life. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>I have a great love for St. Joseph, because he is a man of silence and strength. On my table, I have an image of St. Joseph sleeping. Even when he is asleep, he is taking care of the Church! Yes! We know that he can do that. So when I have a problem, a difficulty, I write a little note and I put it underneath St. Joseph, so that he can dream about it! In other words, I tell him: </em>“<em>Pray for this problem!</em>”&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><cite>Pope Francis</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Table of Contents</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#About-St-Joseph">About St. Joseph</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#Litany-St-Joseph">Litany of St. Joseph&nbsp;</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#Prayer-for-Protection">St. Joseph Prayer for Protection</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#Other-St-Joseph-Prayers">Other St. Joseph Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="About-St-Joseph"><strong>About St. Joseph&nbsp;</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">St. Joseph is the spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the foster father of Jesus. As we read in the Gospels, Joseph was from the line of David – <a href="https://catholicstraightanswers.com/who-was-st-joseph/">connecting</a> God’s promise in the Old Testament (the old covenant) with His promise in the New Testament (the new covenant, Jesus). Though we never hear from Joseph in the Gospels, we do know much about him through the stories we read of him. As St. (then Pope) John Paul II <a href="https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_15081989_redemptoris-custos.html">exclaimed</a> in <em>Redemptoris Custos</em>,&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>The Gospels speak exclusively of what Joseph "did." Still, they allow us to discover in his "actions" - shrouded in silence as they are - an aura of deep contemplation. Joseph was in daily contact with the mystery "hidden from ages past," and which "dwelt" under his roof.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><cite>JPII, Redemptoris Custos (August 15, 1989)</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">This first instance of silent action in the Gospels is Joseph’s first “yes” to God (<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+1&amp;version=NRSVUE">Matthew 18</a>).&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"Now the birth of Jesus the Messiah took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found to be pregnant from the Holy Spirit. Her husband Joseph, being a righteous man and unwilling to expose her to public disgrace, planned to divorce her quietly. But just when he had resolved to do this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”&nbsp; … </em><strong><em>When Joseph awoke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him; </em></strong><em>he took her as his wife but had no marital relations with her until she had given birth to a son and he named him Jesus.</em>"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Lord speaks to Joseph through a dream; Joseph gently discerns what to do and how to respond to this call. Joseph’s graceful acceptance of his vocation as a father, husband, and worker is present throughout the Gospels detailing the early life of Christ.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:pullquote --> <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p><em>“The figure of St Joseph recalls the urgent need to give a soul to the world of work. His life, marked by listening to God and by familiarity with Christ, appears as a harmonious synthesis of faith and life, of personal fulfillment and love for one's brothers and sisters, of daily commitment and of trust in the future.”</em> </p><cite>St. (Pope) John Paul II on the Solemnity of St. Joseph, 1997&nbsp;</cite></blockquote></figure> <!-- /wp:pullquote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Many scholars <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/saints/05/01/st-joseph--the-worker--spouse-of-the-blessede-virigin-mary---pat.html">believe</a> Joseph passed away before Jesus began his ministry, given Mary’s presence in many Gospel stories without him. However, this hasn’t diminished his life as a robust model for holiness, discernment, and vocation among saints, theologians, and the greater Church. Devotion to St. Joseph also experienced a resurgence in 2021, which was declared the Year of St. Joseph by Pope Francis.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/vxY2dXUF4wb">Pray with Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="St-Joseph-the-Worker"><strong>Litany of St. Joseph</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Pray this litany on the feasts of St. Joseph, or any day, to invoke his intercession in your life. Often called "The Worker," many turn to St. Joseph for guidance in their work or professional lives. 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Grant we pray that we who revere him as our protector on earth may be worthy of his heavenly intercession through Christ our Lord. Amen.</em></p> </li></ol></div> <!-- /wp:yoast/how-to-block --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/vxY2dXUF4wb">Pray the Litany of St. Joseph</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">After praying the litany, consider praying the following St. Joseph Prayer for Protection, which is <a href="https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/prayer-for-st-josephs-protection-329">thought</a> to be from the first century AD.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="Prayer-for-Protection"><strong>St. Joseph Prayer for Protection</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so prompt, so strong,</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>before the throne of God, I place in you all my interests and desires.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession,</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>and obtain for me from your Divine Son</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power,</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of fathers.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Oh, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>I dare not approach while he reposes near your heart.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Press him in my name and kiss his fine head for me and</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>ask him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>St. Joseph, patron of departing souls - pray for me.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"align":"center","className":""} --> <p class="has-text-align-center"><em>Amen.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="Other-St-Joseph-Prayers"><strong>Other St. Joseph Prayers</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In addition to the Litany of St. Joseph and Prayer for Protection, you can also ask for St. Joseph's intercession in your life with the <a href="https://aleteia.org/2017/03/19/the-powerful-30-day-prayer-to-st-joseph-2/">30-Day Prayer</a> or commit to consecrating yourself to St. Joseph, similar to a <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-marian-consecration/">Marian consecration</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/vxY2dXUF4wb">Pray with St. Joseph</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Related Prayers</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/lent-prayers/">Lent Prayers for 2025</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-mary-undoer-of-knots-novena/">Mary, Undoer of Knots Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-surrender-novena/">Surrender Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-st-jude-novena/">St. Jude Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">The Rosary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> [post_title] => How to Pray the Litany of St. Joseph [post_excerpt] => Pray this litany on the feasts of St. Joseph to invoke his intercession in your life. 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WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 7979 [post_author] => 18 [post_date] => 2023-02-02 16:38:00 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-02-02 16:38:00 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">So often, when we think of prayer, we imagine someone sitting or kneeling in perfect stillness. But this isn’t what prayer has to look like for you. Prayer certainly is not something that is or needs to be perfect. Instead, God wants us to meet Him when we can, where we can, and how we can. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-is-prayer">What is prayer?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":7981,"width":"400px","height":"400px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center","className":"is-style-rounded"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized is-style-rounded"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/10-01-2020_square.png" alt="&quot;Prayer is a surge of the heart&quot;" class="wp-image-7981" style="width:400px;height:400px"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Merriam-Webster dictionary <a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prayer">defines</a> <em>prayer</em> as "an address (such as a petition) to God in word or thought." At Hallow, we don't think it has to be so serious. <strong>Prayer is simply having a conversation with God, just like you would talk with a friend. </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">As <a href="https://www.littleflower.org/therese/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St. Therese of Lisieux</a> relayed, prayer can be about love, trial, joy, or anything on your heart and mind. What matters is that you turn your heart towards God, just as you would a friend in conversation, and let the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-to-the-holy-spirit/">Holy Spirit</a> guide you. Sometimes prayer is a way for us to ask God for something (petition), but other times it's just about expressing our gratitude for where we see good in our lives (thanksgiving). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why-should-we-pray">Why should we pray?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We pray to place our trust in God. This reliance on God and believing in His will brings us peace, protection, and understanding of our purpose on this earth — to love God and love others. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">At Hallow, we believe prayer helps our heart and minds be "hallowed" — made holy. Because when we're open to the Holy Spirit working through us, we begin to see life as a beautiful gift from God, allowing our hearts, minds, and spirits to be changed and find peace and joy. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-when-should-we-pray">When should we pray?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The best part about prayer is that you can pray anytime, anywhere. God is always with you, so you can always talk to Him. If you're just getting started, or you prefer to have a consistent routine, praying right after you wake up, on your commute, before meals, or before you <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/falling-asleep-with-god/">fall asleep</a> might work well for you. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-pray-6-tips-to-start-praying">How to Pray: 6 tips to start praying</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":7993,"width":"288px","height":"512px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-2-1-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-7993" style="width:288px;height:512px"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-1-start-small">1. Start small. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"You don’t climb a mountain in leaps and bounds, but by taking it slowly."</em> - St. Gregory the Great</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you're new to prayer or jumping back into it after some time away, don't try to do too much all at once! As Saint Gregory encourages us, think of prayer as a journey with God. Start with a light walk before you start sprinting. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Begin with a short prayer in the morning, thanking God for the day ahead of you. Or begin praying at night — <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-examen/">examining</a> where you saw God in your day before you fall asleep. Don't force anything — focus on being present with God and listening for His voice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-2-think-of-prayer-as-developing-a-habit">2. Think of prayer as developing a habit. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>“If a man wants to be always in God’s company, he must pray regularly and read regularly."</em> - St. Isidore of Seville</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Just like making your bed every morning or washing the dishes after dinner, purposefully praying each day helps make it a habit. The more we talk with God, the more natural it becomes to lean on Him in times of worry or thank Him in times of joy. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In Hallow, we recommend listening to our guest session with Mike St. Pierre on his 5 Habits of Prayerful People. You can also set a reminder for any time of the day in the app to help you stay on track in developing your new (or renewed) prayer habit!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8013,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-3-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8013" width="NaN" height="NaN"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns --> <div class="wp-block-columns"></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8099,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-8-4-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8099"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-3-don-t-think-too-hard-about-making-prayer-perfect">3. Don’t think too hard about making prayer perfect.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em><em>"Prayer is the raising of the mind to God. We must always remember this. The actual words matter less." </em>- Pope John XXIII</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">It's hard to do anything perfectly when we put pressure on ourselves. The same goes for prayer. Focus on resting in His presence rather than making what you say or how you pray perfect. God wants to meet us right where we are.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We recommend praying with the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-examen/">Examen</a> if you're struggling with how to rest in prayer. Your guide will lead you with questions, and you can talk to God about your day, just as you would a friend. This daily prayer helps you notice where God moved through your day, ending the day with God while also looking to the next with Him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-4-listen-more-talk-less">4. Listen more, talk less. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"In prayer, more is accomplished by listening than by talking."</em> - St. Jane Frances de Chantal</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Rather than thinking of prayer as our talking with God, consider listening as the main purpose. When we truly rest with God and turn our gaze to Him, we are able to better hear His voice. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you're looking to listen better, we recommend praying <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-lectio-divina/">Lectio Divina</a> to hear God's voice. Lectio Divina is an ancient practice of intentionally praying with a short section or verse of Scripture. We don't usually begin Lectio Divina with a certain intention. Rather, we let the Holy Spirit lead us to certain words, images, or phrases that stick out to us in prayer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8017,"width":"288px","height":"512px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-5-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8017" style="width:288px;height:512px"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8019,"width":"288px","height":"512px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-7-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8019" style="width:288px;height:512px"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-5-don-t-be-afraid-to-pray-all-day">5. Don’t be afraid to pray all day.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"We must pray without ceasing, in every occurrence and employment of our lives — that prayer which is rather a habit of lifting up the heart to God as in constant communication with Him."</em> - <a href="https://hallow.com/saints/elizabeth-ann-seton/">St. Elizabeth Ann Seton</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There is no expectation for a certain number of minutes or prayers to say each day. However, what's amazing about prayer is that wherever you are, God is, too. So, we can — literally — pray to God all day. Anytime we rest with God, acknowledging his presence, we pray. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">One way to connect to God throughout your day is to add prayerful <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray/-with-music/">music</a> to your daily routine. You can pray with music on your commute to and from work, on a walk, or while you work throughout the day. Hallow offers a variety of music, from <a href="https://www.renewalinmotion.com/br-isaiah-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Brother Isaiah's</a> upbeat praise to Gregorian Chant.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-6-remember-prayer-can-be-difficult">6. Remember, prayer can be difficult. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"In the same way, the Spirit too comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit itself intercedes with inexpressible groanings."</em> - St. Paul (Romans 8:26)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">It can be tough to pray, especially when we're experiencing loss, disappointment, trauma, or when we feel abandoned by God. In these times of sadness and grief, we encourage you to listen and pray with the words of those who suffered, too. Maybe the Psalms will speak to you, which embody both the suffering and joy of life. Or, you might find consolation in the Rosary as you meditate with the Blessed Mother on the suffering Jesus endured for us. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Remember, you can always pray for the Holy Spirit to guide you. God knows what we need even when we cannot find the words ourselves.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8083,"width":"288px","height":"512px","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-1-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8083" style="width:288px;height:512px"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-more-prayer-tips-how-to-pray-nbsp">More prayer tips: how to pray&nbsp;</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Once you've begun to pray, here are some more tips to help you continue in your prayer journey. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-incorporate-prayer-into-your-daily-routine">Incorporate prayer into your daily routine.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray right after you wake up to set a peaceful tone for the rest of your day</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray while you're doing dishes or laundry</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray while you're preparing your morning coffee</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Permit yourself to pray before you check your email in the morning — you can even add it to your calendar!</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-associate-prayer-with-movement">Associate prayer with movement.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you have trouble sitting still, go for a walk with God and tell Him about your day. Praying with a guided prayer is often helpful as you move, such as the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">Rosary</a> or the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-divine-mercy-chaplet/">Divine Mercy Chaplet</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-listen-to-your-heart">Listen to your heart.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If your mind keeps pulling you towards another subject or moment than what you intended for your time in prayer, then yield and pray about what's on your heart instead. It might be the Holy Spirit nudging you! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-choose-a-special-place-for-prayer">Choose a special place for prayer.</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">This could be a chair in your house, or somewhere outside of the setting where you spend most of your day. If you feel God's presence among flowers or near water, listen and follow. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pray-with-a-friend">Pray with a friend. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Praying with others helps us hold ourselves accountable. <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-novenas/">Novenas</a>, for example, are great to pray with your partner, a family member, or a friend. You don't necessarily have to talk about it, but it can be so helpful to have a partner to motivate you in your journey to grow closer with God. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-write-it-down">Write it down. </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">When you think of something you'd like to talk to God about, write it down. It doesn't have to be pen and paper, either! You can use the notes app on your phone or journal in Hallow. Return to your list or note when you next rest with God. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-come-holy-spirit">"Come, Holy Spirit." </h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you're struggling to get started, remember that you can always call on the Holy Spirit for some help. Simply repeat this prayer — "Come, Holy Spirit." </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator {"opacity":"css","className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We hope these how to pray tips help you in your journey with God. Remember, prayer is a conversation. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you're looking for more information on how to pray, return to our main page to learn more about the various kinds of prayers and meditations available to you! 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WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30831 [post_author] => 24 [post_date] => 2023-01-29 01:46:23 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-01-29 01:46:23 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Daily Prayer Table of Contents</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#intro">Intro: Why is Daily Prayer Important?</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#short-simple">Short, Simple Daily Prayers for Today</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#common">Common Catholic Daily Prayers</a><!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#hail-mary">Hail Mary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#our-father">Our Father</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#glory-be">Glory Be</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#holy-spirit">Prayers to the Holy Spirit</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#prayer-traditions">Daily Prayer Customs in Catholic Faith&nbsp;</a><!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#liturgy-of-the-hours">Liturgy of the Hours</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#daily-examen">Daily Examen</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#rosary">The Rosary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#novenas">Novenas</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#saints">Daily Prayer Inspired by Saints</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#scripture">Praying With Scripture Each Day</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#bible-in-a-year">Bible in a Year</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#lent">Daily Prayer During Lent</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#more-resources">More Resources to Pray Today</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="" id="intro">Our habits matter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Just as habits (good and bad) can impact our health, our career and our relationships with others, they can also affect our prayer life and our relationship with God.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">And our relationship with God can impact <em>everything</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The roots of daily prayer predate the Church itself. <a href="https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2001/january8/2.40.html">As Christianity Today points out</a>, “The practice of daily, set prayer goes back to the Old Testament.” Early Christians then emulated Jewish customs by praying each day. The Church has echoed the message of the importance of praying often for centuries.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">More recently, Pope Francis spoke about the importance of daily prayer <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2021-02/pope-francis-general-audience-prayer-daily-events-life-today.html">during one of his papal audiences</a> in February 2021.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">“It is in the present that we encounter Him, not yesterday or tomorrow, but today.”&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Prayer is transformative. Praying each day is one of the most important habits we can build.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">And you can start with some very simple prayers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="short-simple">Short Catholic Prayers for Today</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Sometimes, our days don’t always allow us the opportunity to carve out a long period of time devoted entirely to prayer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Even if we prioritize God in our lives, sometimes we need a simple way to connect with our loving Creator, who is always happy to hear from us.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">“God, help me navigate whatever challenges I encounter this day. Be my comfort and my rock. Guide me to do Your will and be an instrument of your peace today and each day. Amen.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">“Heavenly Father, as I embark on this day, I ask for Your blessing. Help me feel near to You, with my eyes open to the ways that You are at work in my life. In Your name I pray. Amen.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">“Sometimes, Father, in the midst of days like today, I can be overcome by things that I want or need. When I pause in moments like this, I know that You are what I truly need. Help me center my day on You. May I share the peace that provides me with those around me. Amen.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/dailyprayer">Start Praying Each Day. Try Hallow for Free!</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="common">Common Prayers Said Daily</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The first prayers that many Catholics and Christians learn are sometimes the ones we most often pray.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Daily prayer does not need to be complicated or complex. The simple words we learn as children can shape our prayer life each day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">As you offer up these prayers each day, be aware of not mindlessly reciting the words by rote. Pray the words, don’t merely repeat them. These prayers are not long, but they are powerful.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="hail-mary"><strong>Hail Mary</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8665,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/93_l-1024x611.png" alt="An Image of the Virgin Mary" class="wp-image-8665"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:pullquote --> <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>“Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee;<br>blessed are thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.<br>Holy Mary, Mother of God,<br>pray for us sinners,<br>now and at the hour of our death.<br>Amen.”</p></blockquote></figure> <!-- /wp:pullquote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">See Hallow’s complete guide to the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-hail-mary/">Hail Mary</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="our-father"><strong>Lord’s Prayer / Our Father</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:pullquote --> <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>Our Father, Who art in heaven; hallowed be Thy name<br>Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.<br>Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us;<br>And lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.<br>Amen.</p></blockquote></figure> <!-- /wp:pullquote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">See Hallow’s full guide to the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-our-father/">Lord’s Prayer</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="glory-be"><strong>Glory Be</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:pullquote --> <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>Glory Be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.”</p></blockquote></figure> <!-- /wp:pullquote --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="holy-spirit"><strong>Prayers to the Holy Spirit</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Come, Holy Spirit (repeated)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">See Hallow’s full guide to <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-to-the-holy-spirit/">Holy Spirit prayers</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="prayer-traditions">Daily Prayer Traditions in Catholic Faith&nbsp;</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Catholic faith is also rich in daily prayer traditions that transcend a single prayer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">For centuries, these forms of prayer have unified Catholics in prayer and brought millions of people closer to God.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Perhaps the most beautiful aspect of these different forms of prayer is their diversity. Some are shot; some are more involved. Some are very structured while some are more open ended.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Learn more about these various prayer customs and prayerfully consider which you might be called to exploe.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="liturgy-of-the-hours"><strong>Liturgy of the Hours</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Sometimes referred to as Divine Office, Liturgy of the Hours structures a day in prayer. Based in Scripture, Liturgy of the Hours includes a very specific format of prayers for certain times of the day, including:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/morning-prayer/">Morning Prayer</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Daytime Prayer</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Evening Prayer</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/night-prayer-bedtime/">Night Prayer</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Priests, brothers, deacons and those in formation to enter religious life are all required to recite the Liturgy of the Hours each day. Many lay people join them. If you pray the Liturgy of the Hours, you’ll be in good company!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Learn more from Hallow’s guide on praying the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/liturgy-of-the-hours/">Liturgy of the Hours at night</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="daily-examen"><strong>Daily Examen</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Examination is a ritual that dates back to the early doctors of the Church. <a href="https://hallow.com/saints/ignatius-loyola/">St. Ignatius</a> further popularized it in the 16th century, in his <em>Spiritual Exercises </em>and it remains a popular way to spend time in prayer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The examen (also called “examination of consciousness”)  in <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/ignatian-spirituality-and-the-spiritual-exercises/">Ignatian spirituality</a> guides us through our day, processing everything we did, all the conversations we had, and how we felt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">As we reflect on the day, it can become clear where God is at work, where He is leading us or challenging us, as well as where we might have missed the mark.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Check out Hallow’s full guide for praying the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-examen/">Daily Examen</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="rosary"><strong>The Rosary</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":10035,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Latin-Rosary-L-1024x611.png" alt="Hallow App How to Pray Latin Rosary" class="wp-image-10035"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Perhaps the most well-known Catholic daily prayer tradition is the Rosary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary is not a prayer in and of itself; rather, it’s a series of prayers repeated around the structure of a pair of Rosary beads. It includes the Apostle’s Creed, Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary can be prayed once a week, once a day or multiple times a day. Hallow makes it easy with our step-by-step guide on <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">how to pray the Rosary</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/dailyprayer">Join Thousands of Catholics Praying the Rosary Each Day on Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="novenas"><strong>Novenas</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Novenas are nine-day series of prayer, rooted in the period of time that Mary and the disciples prayed together before the Holy Spirit came down on them (Acts 2:1).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Often centered on a particular intention, novenas help us draw closer to God, sometimes through the intercession of a particular saint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-st-jude-novena/">St. Jude Novena</a>, <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-st-andrew-christmas-novena/">St. Andrew’s Christmas Novena</a> and <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-54-day-novena/">54-Day Novena</a> are all popular examples of this form of prayer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Learn more with Hallow’s full guide to <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-novenas/">novenas</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="saints">Daily Prayer Inspired by Saints</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We recognize many saints throughout the liturgical year, and on November 1, we celebrate them all with <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/all-saints-day-faq-origin-celebrations-and-prayers/">All Saints Day</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Learning about the saints can inspire us to be more holy. It can remind us that we don’t need to make big, sweeping displays of our faith, nor must we be perfect every day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Saints were human and experienced many of the same feelings and struggles as we do. You probably know some of the more popular saints, but there are many lesser-known saints whose stories are equally inspiring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/saints.html">Vatican features</a> a Saint of the Day, and other websites offer the same. The Hallow app offers a Daily Saint section that features a short biography of a saint, followed by meditation and prayer based on that saint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">See Hallow’s full guide on<a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-with-saints/"> praying with saints</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="scripture">Praying With Scripture Each Day</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Just as spending time with the saints each day can enrich our prayer life, so too can reading passages from the Bible.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">When we attend Mass on Sunday, we hear three readings from Scripture. Those don’t have to be the only three pieces of Scripture we take in each week!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The USCCB publishes the<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading"> daily Mass readings</a> on its site each day. Even if you don’t attend daily Mass, you can reflect on the Bible passages (on most weekdays, there are only two.)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">You don’t need to feel pressured to read chapter after chapter, like a normal book. With the practice of <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-lectio-divina/">Lectio Divina</a>, you can be moved by a single phrase or word.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Enjoy today's Daily Gospel below. It's also available inside of the Hallow app, but we've embedded it here for you to try:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><iframe class="hallowWidgetL" src="https://widget.hallow.com/en/l/index.html"></iframe></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There is, however, something special about reading the <em>entire</em> Bible.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><style>iframe.hallowWidgetL {border:0;width:100%;height:230px;max-width:800px;min-width:280px;}</style></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="bible-in-a-year">Praying with Bible in a Year</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":7329,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Fr.-Mike-Schmitz-1024x576.png" alt="Hallow App - Fr. Mike Schmitz" class="wp-image-7329"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Fr. Mike Schmitz’s work with the Bible in a Year podcast through Ascension Press has been nothing short of amazing.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Bible in a Year, also available inside of the Hallow app, is one of the top rated and most downloaded podcasts in the world.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Each day, Fr. Mike reads pieces of Scripture before praying with them and offering an explanation of the passages and sharing other insights.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">You don’t need to start Bible in a Year on January 1. Learn more about <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/bible-in-a-year-with-father-mike-schmitz/">Bible in a Year</a> and consider starting your journey with the Bible today.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/dailyprayer">Start Bible in a Year with Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="lent">Daily Prayer During Lent</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":11107,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Pray40-Forgiveness-L-1024x612.png" alt="Pray40: Hallow observes Lent 2022." class="wp-image-11107"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There’s never a bad time to begin praying each day, but <a href="https://hallow.com/lent/">Lent</a> is among the best and most popular times when people devote time to prayer on a daily basis. In fact, <a href="https://trends.google.com/trends/explore?geo=US&amp;q=daily%20prayer">Google Trends tells us</a> that people looking for daily prayer peaks ahead of <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/ash-wednesday/">Ash Wednesday</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">For many, daily prayer is a way to satisfy the question of <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/what-to-give-up-for-lent/">what to give up for Lent</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Prayer is one of the three pillars of Lent, along with fasting and almsgiving, so dedicating oneself to more consistent prayer is a great way to observe Lent. It helps us remember our reliance on God, our need for His forgiveness and His endless mercy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Many churches will launch prayer groups during Lent, perhaps focused on a particular book or Scripture. There are always simple <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/lent-prayers/">Lent prayers</a> you can return to on busy days leading up to Easter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="more-resources">More Resources to Pray Today</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-go-to-confession-the-sacrament-of-penance-reconciliation/">Confession Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-for-strength/">Prayers for Strength</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-for-anxiety/">Prayers for Anxiety</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-for-hope/">Prayers for Hope</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> [post_title] => Daily Prayer: Complete Catholic and Christian Guide to Praying Every Day [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => daily-prayer-prayers-for-today [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2024-07-24 17:24:03 [post_modified_gmt] => 2024-07-24 17:24:03 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=30831 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )

WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 11083 [post_author] => 16 [post_date] => 2023-01-25 01:45:00 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-01-25 01:45:00 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">St. (Pope) John Paul II said, <strong><em><strong>“</strong>Catholic education is above all a question of communicating Christ, of helping to form Christ in the lives of others.<strong>”&nbsp;</strong></em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">As Hallow seeks to help our community live a Christ-like life and grow closer to God, we are excited to celebrate Catholic Schools Week this year and support the faculty, staff, and administrators at Catholic Schools who do so much for their students.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In 2024, Hallow is thrilled to offer a special deal for Catholic Schools Week. Teachers and staff members at Catholic schools* (or religious education programs) can <a href="https://share.hsforms.com/1VxeQMyXHRo-aA4NsMmkMvQ2wr3y">redeem 50% off Hallo</a><a href="https://share.hsforms.com/1e1bz2WsFST29MH8euLEFkQ2wr3y">w</a> through midnight on Saturday, February 3rd.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Those that take advantage of the “first time” offer, as well as any existing partner educator that submit <a href="https://share.hsforms.com/1VxeQMyXHRo-aA4NsMmkMvQ2wr3y">this form</a>, will also be eligible for the 10% discount on school-wide partnerships during Catholic Schools Week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-is-catholic-schools-week"><strong>What is Catholic Schools Week</strong>?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Catholic Schools Week is an <a href="https://www.ncea.org/csw/About%20CSW/CSW/About_CSW/About_Catholic_Schools_Week.aspx?hkey=72c72a46-1c36-4711-8f18-5e1cbd87f9ff">annual initiative</a> led by the <a href="https://www.ncea.org/">National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)</a> to celebrate the excellence and impact of Catholic schools. Each year, Catholic schools observe the celebration through a variety of activities, emphasizing the importance of Catholic education.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>More Resources:</strong> <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/back-to-school-prayers-for-teachers/">Back to School Prayers for Teachers</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-when-is-catholic-schools-week-202-5"><strong>When is Catholic Schools Week 202</strong>5?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">January 26 – February 1, 2024. Check out the <a href="https://www.ncea.org/csw/Daily_Themes/Celebrate_Catholic_Schools_Week/CSW/Daily_Themes/Celebrate_Catholic_Schools_Week/Celebrate_Catholic_Schools_Week_Themes.aspx?hkey=ef89780c-6485-4eb0-8f33-26496f4f2378">daily themes</a> from NCEA below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Sunday: Celebrating Your Parish</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Monday: Celebrating Your Community</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Tuesday: Celebrating Your Students</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Wednesday: Celebrating the Nation</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Thursday: Celebrating Vocations</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Friday: Celebrating Faculty, Staff, and Volunteers</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Saturday: Celebrating Families</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-top-ideas-and-activities-for-catholic-schools-week"><strong>Top Ideas and Activities</strong> for Catholic Schools Week</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-faith">Faith</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray with Saints like <a href="https://hallow.com/saints/elizabeth-ann-seton/">St. Elizabeth Ann Seton</a>, St. Thomas Aquinas, or your school’s patron saint.&nbsp;(Check the Hallow app to see if your school's patron saint has been featured in our Daily Saints section.)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Start your day with a different type of prayer throughout the week: <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-lectio-divina/">Lectio Divina</a>, <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-examen/">Examen</a>, <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/pray-the-litany-for-life/">Litany</a>, <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">Rosary</a>, a <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-with-saints/">Saint Prayer</a>, etc.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Play “Guess That Saint” with your students</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Hallow <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/19om5ezZzLmVSTaj4dA8iSKK1v7tTi5DJ/view?usp=sharing">Coloring Pages</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Make Rosaries with different colored beads and string</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-excellence">Excellence</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Play a game of Catholic trivia (available on Hallow!)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Create trivia questions about your school/your school’s history</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Create an acrostic of your school’s name with things students love most about your school</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Have students make a list of prayers they’d like to pray for their classmates, families, and school community</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Host a “Scavenger Hunt” throughout the week of activities students need to complete (e.g. find a particular image in your parish church’s decor, give a compliment to a classmate, etc.)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-service">Service</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Organize a sidewalk cleanup in your school’s neighborhood</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Buddy up with another classroom for lunchtime conversations</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Have students thank their parents for sending them to Catholic school by writing a letter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Set up a clothing or food drive for a local organization</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Write thank you notes for maintenance staff, cafeteria staff, bus drivers</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-catholic-schools-week-prayers"><strong>Catholic Schools Week Prayers</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-prayer-to-begin-the-day"><strong>Prayer to Begin the Day</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>(Sign of the Cross)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>As we begin class together, take a moment to thank God for the gift of learning.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Loving God,</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>You shaped us in your image and likeness</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Giving us the gift of intelligence</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>And the ability to understand the world around us.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Be with us today as we use those gifts to learn and grow.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>May all that we do in this classroom be an opportunity to praise You.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>St. Hildegard, patron of writers, pray for us.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>St. Albert the Great, patron of scientists, pray for us.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>St. Barbara, patron of mathematicians, pray for us.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>St. Thomas Aquinas, patron of students, pray for us.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>(Sign of the cross)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>SEE MORE:</strong> <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-with-kids/">How to Pray With Kids</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-prayer-to-end-the-day"><strong>Prayer to End the Day</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>As the school day comes to a close, let’s take a few moments to pray and reflect on our day together.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>(Sign of the Cross)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Close your eyes and take a couple deep breaths. Ask the Holy Spirit to be with us as we reflect.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Reflect now silently in your mind, what are 2 or 3 things you're grateful for today?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Where did you notice God during your day?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>What could you have done better? Where do you need God's help?</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>Now look toward tomorrow. What are you excited about? What are you nervous about? Share with God what is on your mind.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>(Sign of the Cross)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-suggested-prayers-in-the-hallow-app"><strong>Suggested Prayers in the Hallow App:</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Classroom Prayer Praylist</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Minute Psalms</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Morning Offering</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-st-michael-chaplet/">St. Michael the Archangel</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-to-the-holy-spirit/">Come, Holy Spirit</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Mental Health Content</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">—----</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> [post_title] => Catholic Schools Week 2025 [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => open [ping_status] => open [post_password] => [post_name] => catholic-schools-week [to_ping] => [pinged] => https://hallow.com/2020/01/09/how-to-pray-lectio-divina/ https://hallow.com/2021/01/25/pray-the-litany-for-life/ https://hallow.com/2019/09/23/how-to-pray-the-rosary/ https://hallow.com/2021/04/06/how-to-pray-with-saints/ [post_modified] => 2025-01-13 16:33:34 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-01-13 16:33:34 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=11083 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )

WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30619 [post_author] => 24 [post_date] => 2023-01-22 19:57:58 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-01-22 19:57:58 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Where to Get Ashes: Table of Contents</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Introduction</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#liturgies">Different Ash Wednesday Liturgies</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#right-service-for-you">Finding the Right Service</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#local-parish">Ashes at Catholic Churches and Local Parishes</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#ashes-to-go">Ashes to Go/Drive-by Ashes</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#airport-chapels">Ash Wednesday at Airports</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#college-campuses">Ash Wednesday on College Campuses&nbsp;</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#more-resources">More Ash Wednesday Resources</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/ash-wednesday/">Ash Wednesday</a> remains an extremely popular day within the Church, as many Catholics (and non-Catholics) will receive ashes–perhaps <a href="https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2022/03/02/ash-wednesday-catholic-242449">even if they don’t regularly make it to Mass</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Even some non-Christians know the words (“Remember that you are dust, and unto dust you shall return”) and recognize the symbol (the dark forehead smudge of black) that mark this first day of <a href="https://hallow.com/lent/">Lent</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">This solemn day “speaks to the existential experience of the human person. All of us are plagued by our choices and our sins,” <a href="https://www.ncregister.com/features/why-is-ash-wednesday-so-popular-and-other-questions-at-the-start-of-lent">according to Father Michael Kapperman</a>, parochial vicar at Sacred Heart Parish.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">To make it easier to participate in Ash Wednesday in 2025, Hallow has assembled this guide exploring where to get ashes whether at home, at college, commuting to work or traveling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/wheretogetashes">Christians: Pray this Lent with Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ash Wednesday Liturgies</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":"lent-embed"} --> <p class="lent-embed">The <a href="https://www.olog.church/uploads/8/8/4/5/8845951/ash_wednesday_liturgy_of_the_word.pdf">Book of Blessings</a>, <a href="https://www.autom.com/product/book-of-blessings-brown-cloth-edition-71810?gclid=Cj0KCQiAiJSeBhCCARIsAHnAzT_nRgvz0N9sESEVMTlc0Ox6kbDgSHD-VTCCvO99xr3jxzLGwlybDioaAl5JEALw_wcB">which contains</a> “blessings of the Roman ritual for the Universal Church as well as additional proper blessings for use in the United States,” outlines general guidelines for Ash Wednesday liturgies.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">It tells us that the “...distribution of ashes on Ash Wednesday typically takes place during the celebration of Mass. However, when circumstances require, the blessing and distribution of ashes may take place apart from Mass, during a celebration of the word of God.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In other words, you usually receive ashes at Mass, but there are other ways that parishes can distribute ashes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">“Getting ashes” can mean attending Mass, but that’s not&nbsp; always the case.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="right-service-for-you">Finding the Right Ash Wednesday Service</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">At full Ash Wednesday liturgies, Mass takes place mostly as normal, save for the omission of the Penitential Act. The distribution of ashes normally occurs after the homily.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":"lent-embed"} --> <p class="lent-embed">However, since the Book of Blessings allows for ashes to be given outside of a full Mass, there are guidelines for services that deacons or lay people lead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">These services focus on the Liturgy of the Word and help make getting ashes more accessible since a priest is not required.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">As you look for where to get ashes, be aware of these differences and look for the right service for you. Not every service will be a full Mass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="local-parish">Catholic Churches Near You - Ashes at Your Local Parish</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The first place to look for a place to receive ashes on Ash Wednesday is your nearest Catholic Church.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you’re not familiar with the local Catholic churches, you can always visit the USCCB website, which features a <a href="https://www.usccb.org/about/bishops-and-dioceses/all-dioceses">directory of dioceses around the country</a>. From there, use the map “Parish Finder” feature to locate your nearest Catholic Church and browse its website.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Since Ash Wednesday falls outside the regular weekend liturgy schedule, information on ash distribution may not appear prominently on the site. If you’re having trouble, look for a section of the website that may be called “Resources” or “Bulletin.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Most churches include PDF versions of the paper bulletins they hand out on Sundays. This will also certainly contain the schedule for Ash Wednesday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Other Christian churches, like those of the Lutherans and Methodist faith traditions, also distribute ashes. <a href="https://www.churchfinder.com/">ChurchFinder</a> may help you locate those options.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Not all distribution of ashes takes place inside of churches. In fact, in some places, local churches bring ashes to busy commuter spots to give ashes to people traveling to or from work.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ashes-to-go">Where to Get Ashes as a Commuter: “Ashes to Go” and Drive-by Ashes</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Although daily Mass is beautiful and absolutely worth your time, many of us don’t attend Mass regularly on Wednesdays. Ash Wednesday is not a <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/holy-days-of-obligation/">Holy Day of Obligation</a>, and it can be a challenge to figure out where and when to get ashes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In many cities, local churches will meet people where they are at–literally–in bringing ashes to busy hubs of public transportation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Ash Wednesday is a time to slow down and reflect. When you receive ashes at a train station or other public, you will not experience a full Mass. You also likely won’t participate in the Liturgy of the Word. But you’ll be able to receive ashes as you head to the office.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Here are some options for receiving ashes in cities around the country:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>New York City - Grand Central Station, Newark Penn Station</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Chicago - Union Station (Great Hall)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Washington, D.C. - Capitol Visitors’ Center (if you happen to be a member of Congress!)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Connecticut - Metro North Wilton Station</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Boston - Boston Common</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Sometimes your “commute” might not involve a train, bus or car. Luckily, there are options to get ashes even if you’re flying on Ash Wednesday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/wheretogetashes">Get Ashes. Start Praying. Download Hallow Now!</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="airport-chapels">Ash Wednesday While Traveling: Ashes at the Airport</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Traveling can be stressful and exhausting, especially when you’ve got things to do before you depart or when you land.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">At many airports around the country, local priests will distribute ashes at airport chapels and interfaith prayer rooms to allow Catholics and other Christians to receive their ashes while on the go.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Current information regarding airport chapel plans and schedules is hard to come by. However, we’ve compiled a list of airports that have distributed ashes in the past and will likely offer them this year as well. If possible, it’s always best to confirm with your local airport before you travel:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Atlanta Hartsfield - ATL</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Charlotte - CLT - (<a href="https://cltairportchapel.org/">Chapel</a>, third floor, Main Terminal)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Chicago O’Hare - ORD</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Chicago Midway - MDW</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Dallas - DFW <a href="http://www.dfwairportchapel.org/ash-wednesday.html">(Meadows Chapel</a>, Anglican priest)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Denver - DEN (<a href="https://www.flydenver.com/traveler_services/religious-facilities">Interfaith chapel</a>)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Houston Bush - IAH&nbsp; (<a href="https://catholicphilly.com/2017/03/news/national-news/houston-airport-chaplains-bring-ashes-sacraments-to-travelers/">Interfaith Chapel</a>, Terminal C)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Minneapolis - MSP&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>New York LaGuardia - LGA</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Orlando - MCO (Main Terminal <a href="https://www.facebook.com/flyMCO/posts/for-those-interested-father-bob-the-airport-chaplain-will-be-distributing-ashes-/10151278215391625/">in corridor near ArtPort</a>)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pittsburgh -&nbsp; PIT (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/PITairport/posts/for-those-wishing-to-receive-ashes-on-this-ashwednesday-please-make-your-way-to-/10158511553038933/">Interfaith chapel</a>, mezzanine level, airside)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="college-campuses">Ashes on College Campuses</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Nearly all Catholic (and many Christian) colleges and universities will offer some form of Ash Wednesday service.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you’re a college student, consult your school’s campus ministry website or social media account for a schedule of activities planned around Ash Wednesday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you live near a Catholic college, it’s also worth exploring. Sometimes, Ash Wednesday services (and other liturgies) are open to local community members.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="more-resources">More Ash Wednesday Resources</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/what-to-give-up-for-lent/">What to Give Up for Lent</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/pray40/">#Pray40</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/lent-prayers/">Lent Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">How to Pray the Rosary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> [post_title] => Where to Get Ashes for Ash Wednesday in 2025: Ash Wednesday Services, Ashes to Go, Drive-by Ashes and More  [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => where-to-get-ashes-on-ash-wednesday [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2025-01-02 17:56:09 [post_modified_gmt] => 2025-01-02 17:56:09 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=30619 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )

WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30506 [post_author] => 32 [post_date] => 2023-01-13 02:08:25 [post_date_gmt] => 2023-01-13 02:08:25 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Table of Contents&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Intro</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#definition">Defining Holy Days</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#10-holy-days">Holy Days by the Vatican</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#holy-days-america">US Holy Days&nbsp;</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#other-countries">Holy Days in Different Countries</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#not-holy-days">Important Days that are Not Holy Days of Obligation</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#faq">FAQ about Holy Days of Obligation&nbsp;</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">How many Holy Days of Obligation can you name?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Your answer probably depends on where you live.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">And when you were born.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":"lent-embed"} --> <p class="lent-embed">The Catholic Church has such a rich history, and Holy Days of Obligation represent but a small part of the Church’s story. However, what they celebrate shines a light on the most beautiful truths of our faith.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">They’re not merely requirements. Holy Days of Obligation might better be known as Holy Days of Opportunity–the chance to grow in faith and encounter God through the most important tenets of our faith.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Let Hallow help guide you through everything you need to know about Holy Days of Obligation in the Catholic Church.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/holydaysofobligation">The #1 Catholic App! Try Hallow Today. For Free. </a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="definition">What Is a Holy Day of Obligation?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Rather than defining Holy Days by what's required (Mass attendance and a refrain from unnecessary work), we might think about Holy Days of Obligation by what they offer: beautiful reminders of important ways God has shown His love for us.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">These are important days in the liturgical year in which we recognize God’s love for us. They&nbsp;require us to attend Mass, just as we’re obligated to attend Mass each week on Sundays.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="10-holy-days">The 10 Holy Days According to Canon Law</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":"lent-embed-es"} --> <p class="lent-embed-es">Holy Days have a long history in the Church. In 1642, Pope Urban <a href="https://uscatholic.org/articles/200807/who-picks-the-holy-days-of-obligation/">reduced</a> the number of Holy Days of Obligation to 36.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In the 1917 <a href="https://www.vatican.va/archive/cod-iuris-canonici/cic_index_en.html">Code of Canon Law</a>, The Vatican listed the following 10 days as Holy Days of Obligation:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-the-epiphany/">Epiphany</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The Ascension&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>The Body and Blood of Christ (<a href="https://hallow.com/blog/corpus-christi/">“Corpus Christi”</a>)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Holy Mary Mother of God</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Immaculate Conception</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Assumption&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>St. Joseph</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Saints Peter and Paul</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>All Saints&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Vatican also gave conferences of bishops the power to suppress Holy Days or transfer them to Sundays (meaning a person could attend Mass on Sunday and fulfill the obligation for the Holy Day.)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">This means that Holy Days vary slightly by country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="holy-days-america">Holy Days of Obligation in the United States in 2025</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In 1991, the <a href="https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/canon-law/complementary-norms/canon-1246">USCCB decreed</a> the following Holy Days of Obligation, suppressing days like the Feasts of St. Joseph and Saints Peter and Paul and celebrating the Epiphany on a Sunday each year to come up with the following list of Holy Days of Obligation for American Catholics:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>January 1, the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/solemnity-of-mary-mother-of-god/">Solemnity of Mary</a>, Holy Mother of God</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>May 29 (Thursday of the Sixth Week of Easter) the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-the-ascension-of-the-lord/">Solemnity of the Ascension</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>August 15, the Solemnity of the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-the-assumption/">Assumption</a> of the Blessed Virgin Mary</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>November 1, the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/all-saints-day-faq-origin-celebrations-and-prayers/">Solemnity of All Saints</a> (Since this falls on a Saturday in 2025, the obligation to attend Mass is abrograted, or lifted. It is not a Holy Day of Obligation in 2025.)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>December 8, the Solemnity of the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-the-immaculate-conception-church-teaching-prayers/">Immaculate Conception</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>December 25, the Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Additionally, the bishops decreed that when the Solemnity of Mary, the Assumption and All Saints fall on Saturdays or Mondays, the obligation to attend Mass on that day is canceled. Catholics can attend Mass regularly on Sunday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Epiphany has been permanently transferred to the first Sunday after January 1 in the U.S.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Finally, there are even differences in how each diocese handles Holy Days. <a href="https://www.usccb.org/events/2022/solemnity-ascension-lord-thursday">In 2022</a> for example, certain archdioceses in the U.S. observed the Ascension on Thursday as a Holy Day of Obligation, while others “transferred” it to Sunday and observed the day then.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Further, within the U.S., Hawaii has aligned its calendar with the Episcopal Conference of the Pacific (CEPAC).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><a href="https://www.usccb.org/resources/2023cal.pdf">According to the USCBB</a>, “In a decree dated March 23, 1992, the Bishop of Honolulu designated Christmas and the Immaculate Conception as the only two Holydays of Obligation for the State of Hawaii.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="other-countries">Holy Days in Different Countries</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There is even more variety in Holy Days of Obligation because some countries recognize Holy Days outside of the list the Vatican prescribed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">On May 17, 1846, U.S. bishops adopted Mary, under the title of her Immaculate Conception–as <a href="https://udayton.edu/blogs/marianlibrary/2015-07-02-patroness-of-usa.php">the country’s patron saint</a>.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Elsewhere, countries celebrate their patron saints on Holy Days of Obligation.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In Ireland, the Feast of <a href="https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2013/08/14/18939/">St. Patrick</a> is a Holy Day of Obligation; Mexico <a href="http://www.catolicidad.com/2022/12/12-de-diciembre-santa-maria-de.html">recognizes Our Lady of Guadalupe</a> as a Holy Day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="not-holy-days"><strong>Days That Are Not Holy Days of Obligation</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There are several important liturgical observances and holidays that might seem like they are Holy Days of Obligation but actually are not.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">That list includes:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/ash-wednesday/">Ash Wednesday</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/holy-thursday/">Holy Thursday</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/good-friday-the-passion-of-christ/">Good Friday</a>&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/thanksgiving-prayer/">Thanksgiving</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Of course, you can still go to church on these days!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/holydaysofobligation">Pray on Ash Wednesday. Or Any day. Get Hallow Now!</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="faq">Commonly Asked Questions about Holy Days of Obligation</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:yoast/faq-block {"questions":[{"id":"faq-question-1673574581486","question":["How many Holy Days of Obligation are there?"],"answer":["This varies by country and even by diocese, but in the U.S. there are six holy days of obligation, three of which are observed regardless of which day of the week they fall on."],"jsonQuestion":"How many Holy Days of Obligation are there?","jsonAnswer":"This varies by country and even by diocese, but in the U.S. there are six holy days of obligation, three of which are observed regardless of which day of the week they fall on."},{"id":"faq-question-1673574594649","question":["What are the Holy Days of Obligation in 2025?"],"answer":["January 1, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Observed on 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Mass."],"jsonQuestion":"Is Easter a Holy Day of Obligation?","jsonAnswer":"Since it always occurs on a Sunday, Easter–like all Sundays–are a day in which Catholics are obligated to attend Mass."}]} --> <div class="schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block"><div class="schema-faq-section" id="faq-question-1673574581486"><strong class="schema-faq-question">How many Holy Days of Obligation are there?</strong> <p class="schema-faq-answer">This varies by country and even by diocese, but in the U.S. there are six holy days of obligation, three of which are observed regardless of which day of the week they fall on.</p> </div> <div class="schema-faq-section" id="faq-question-1673574594649"><strong class="schema-faq-question">What are the Holy Days of Obligation in 2025?</strong> <p class="schema-faq-answer">January 1, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Observed on Sunday)<br/>May 29 (Thursday of the Sixth Week of Easter) the Solemnity of the Ascension<br/>August 15, the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary<br/>December 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception<br/>December 25, the Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ</p> </div> <div class="schema-faq-section" id="faq-question-1673574653527"><strong class="schema-faq-question">Why do we have Holy Days of Obligation?</strong> <p class="schema-faq-answer">Holy Days are opportunities for us to recognize important tenets of our faith as one body in Christ. </p> </div> <div class="schema-faq-section" id="faq-question-1673574672886"><strong class="schema-faq-question">When did Holy Days of Obligation start?</strong> <p class="schema-faq-answer">1917 Code of Canon Law set forth the modern, full list of Holy Days but there's been a long history of observing special days, dating back centuries.</p> </div> <div class="schema-faq-section" id="faq-question-1673574691148"><strong class="schema-faq-question">Is Easter a Holy Day of Obligation?</strong> <p class="schema-faq-answer">Since it always occurs on a Sunday, Easter–like all Sundays–are a day in which Catholics are obligated to attend Mass.</p> </div> </div> <!-- /wp:yoast/faq-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">More Catholic Prayer Resources</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-rosary/">How to Pray the Rosary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-litany-of-humility/">Litany of Humility</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-54-day-novena/">54-Day Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-hail-mary/">Hail Mary Prayer&nbsp;</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-surrender-novena/">Surrender 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When we pray the Rosary, we ask Mary to pray for us as we seek to grow closer to her son Jesus by contemplating His life, death, and Resurrection.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":"lent-embed"} --> <p class="lent-embed">In his 2002 apostolic letter <a href="https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/2002/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_20021016_rosarium-virginis-mariae.html"><em>Rosarium Virginis Mariae</em></a>, Pope John Paul II wrote that with the Rosary, "the Christian people sits at the school of Mary and is led to contemplate the beauty on the face of Christ and to experience the depths of his love."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary remains an important prayer today. In May 2022, Pope Francis <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2022-05/pope-francis-rosary-peace-ukraine-wars-virgin-mary.html">called on Christians</a> to pray "the Holy Rosary for peace" in response to the war in Ukraine. In November 2022, Archbishop Cordileone of San Francisco <a href="https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252750/archbishop-cordileone-to-hold-rosary-for-peace-on-election-day">invited</a> the faithful to pray a "Rosary for Peace" on Election Day. <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2024-05/pope-francis-entrusts-wars-to-the-blessed-mother.html">In May 2024</a>, he again called on people to pray the Rosary in the face of wars in different parts of the world.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary is a prayer that always accompanies me; it is also the prayer of the ordinary people and the saints ... it is a prayer from my heart.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><cite>Pope Francis</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Pray the Rosary: Step by Step Guide</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Hallow details the process for praying the Rosary step by step with text and illustrations below. 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Amen.\u003c/em\u003e \u003cimg class=\u0022wp-image-39623\u0022 alt=\u0022Woman kneeling in prayer\u0022 src=\u0022https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-10-End-with-the-Sign-of-the-Cross.png\u0022 style=\u0022max-width:100%;\u0022/\u003e","jsonImageSrc":"https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-10-End-with-the-Sign-of-the-Cross.png"}],"defaultDurationText":"Time needed:"} --> <div class="schema-how-to wp-block-yoast-how-to-block"><p class="schema-how-to-total-time"><span class="schema-how-to-duration-time-text">Time needed: </span>20 minutes. </p><p class="schema-how-to-description"><strong>How to Pray the Rosary</strong></p> <ol class="schema-how-to-steps"><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639338877969"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>Begin with the Sign of the Cross</strong>. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39577" alt="A man making the Sign of the Cross" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-1-Begin-with-Sign-of-the-Cross.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639338965270"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>Holding the crucifix, pray the Apostles’ Creed</strong>. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended into hell; on the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39583" alt="Rosary beads with a spotlight on the crufifix" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-2-Holding-the-Crucifix-pray-the-Apostles-Creed.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639339283363"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>On the first bead, pray an Our Father</strong>. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39588" alt="Rosary beads with a spotlight on the first bead" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-3-On-the-first-bead-pray-an-Our-Father.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639339330538"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>On each of the next three beads, pray a Hail Mary</strong>. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39593" alt="Rosary beads with a highlight on the next three beads" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-4-On-each-of-the-next-three-beads-pray-a-Hail-Mary.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1644249079228"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">On the next bead, pray a Glory Be.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em><em>Glory be to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.</em></em><img class="wp-image-39598" alt="Rosary beads with a highlight on the second large bead" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-5-On-the-next-bead-pray-a-Glory-Be.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639339350813"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>Pray </strong>the first decade. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text">On the large bead, a<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">nnounce the mystery</span> and<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;"> then say an Our Father</span>.<br/><br/><span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">On e</span>ach of <span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">the 10 small beads, say </span>a<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;"> Hail Mary while c</span>ontinuing to <span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">meditat</span>e<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;"> on the mystery.</span><br/><br/><span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">A</span>t the end of the decade,<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;"> </span>s<span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">ay the Glory Be.</span><br/><br/><span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">Then say the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/our-lady-of-fatima/">Fatima Prayer</a></span>:<br/><em style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those who have most need of your mercy.</em><span style="font-size: revert; color: initial;"> </span><em style="font-size: revert; color: initial;">Amen</em><img class="wp-image-39603" alt="Illustration of rosary beads with a spotlight on the first &quot;decade&quot; (10 beads)" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-6-Pray-the-first-decade.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639340152031"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Repeat this pattern for the remaining decades.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"> <em>Our Father -> 10 Hail Marys -> Glory Be -> O my Jesus</em> (Fatima Prayer)<img class="wp-image-39608" alt="Illustration of rosary beads with the different decades highlighted" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-7-Repeat-this-pattern-or-the-remaining-decades.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639340190567"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><strong>After the 5 decades, conclude with the </strong><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/hail-holy-queen-prayer-salve-regina/"><strong>Hail Holy Queen</strong> prayer</a>. </strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>Hail, holy Queen, mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To you we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to you we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. </em><br/><br/><em>Turn, then, most gracious advocate, your eyes of mercy toward us; and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of your womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.</em><br/><br/><em>Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.</em><br/><em>That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ</em><img class="wp-image-39613" alt="Hail Holy Queen Prayer" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-8-After-the-5-decades-conclude-with-the-Hail-Holy-Queen.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1639340310857"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name">Close with the concluding prayer.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>Let us pray:</em><br/><br/><em>O God, whose Only Begotten Son, by His Life, Death, and Resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life, grant, we beseech thee, that while meditating on these mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39618" alt="Rosary Concluding Prayer" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-9-Close-with-the-concluding-prayer.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li><li class="schema-how-to-step" id="how-to-step-1644249210590"><strong class="schema-how-to-step-name"><meta charset="utf-8"/>End with the Sign of the Cross.</strong> <p class="schema-how-to-step-text"><em>In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.</em> <img class="wp-image-39623" alt="Woman kneeling in prayer" src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Step-10-End-with-the-Sign-of-the-Cross.png" style="max-width:100%;"/></p> </li></ol></div> <!-- /wp:yoast/how-to-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="overview">What is the Rosary?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Origin</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In the early 13th century, <a href="https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-dominic" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">St. Dominic</a> preached the Gospel to combat various heresies, and he founded the Order of the Dominicans to carry out this work of spreading the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-gospels/">Good News</a>. Despite their efforts, the heresy continued to reappear, however, so he called on the Blessed Virgin Mary to guide him. Tradition holds that Mary appeared to him in 1221 and gave him the devotion of the Rosary, encouraging him to share the prayer with others. Many also believe that the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.preces-latinae.org/thesaurus/BVM/Rosarium.html">historical origin</a>&nbsp;of the Rosary lies in the monastic practice of reciting 150 Psalms each week, a practice which additionally expanded into the repetition of Hail Mary's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In 2023, the Rosary remains as powerful as ever. It continues to be a beautiful means for <a href="https://denvercatholic.org/deathbed-conversions-reveal-rosarys-power-and-give-hope-for-fallen-away-catholics/">conversion</a> and helped <a href="https://www.vaticannews.va/en/africa/news/2023-01/rosary-prayers-across-africa-for-pope-benedict-xvi.html">unite the global population of Catholics</a> in prayer in the wake of the death of <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/pope-benedicts-passing/">Pope Benedict XVI</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center","orientation":"horizontal"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/pR5L0OKInpb">Pray the Rosary with the Hallow app</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="rosary-prayers">Rosary Prayers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary devotion is comprised of several prayers, which are all rooted in Scripture. Under "How to Pray: The Rosary" below, you can read about the traditional order of these prayers in the Rosary. People often pray with rosary beads to guide their time in prayer, though they are not necessary for praying the devotion. If you don't have a rosary, consider praying with the Bishop Sheen X Hallow Rosary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="apostles-creed">Apostle's Creed</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">"<em>I believe in God, the Father almighty</em> ..."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We begin the Rosary with the Apostle's Creed. It is a fitting way to begin this prayer, affirming our core beliefs as Catholics. Each <a href="https://www.acatholic.org/catholic-the-apostles-creed/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">line</a> comes from different books of Scripture, including the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-gospels/">Gospels</a>, 1 Peter, 1 Corinthians, Acts, and more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="our-father">Our Father</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name ..."</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Also known as the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-our-father/">Lord's Prayer</a>, this prayer comes directly from Jesus in <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+6&amp;version=NRSVCE" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew 6</a>, when he teaches his disciples how to pray.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="hail-mary">Hail Mary</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"Hail Mary, full of grace ..." </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Although the repeated <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-hail-mary/">Hail Mary prayer</a> is addressed directly to Mary, it is to Jesus that the act of love is ultimately directed, with her and through her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><cite>St. John Paul II</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Hail Mary prayer is the heart of the Rosary. We pray 10 Hail Mary's within each of the five decades - totaling 50 Hail Mary prayers at the end of your devotion. This prayer, in which we ask Mary for her intercession, is also <a href="https://media.ascensionpress.com/podcast/the-biblical-roots-of-the-hail-mary/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">rooted</a> in Scripture. The first two lines come from the first chapter of Luke, when the Angel Gabriel announces Christ's coming at the <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-the-annunciation/">Annunciation</a> and when Mary's cousin, Elizabeth, greets Mary at the Visitation. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="glory-be">Glory Be</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><em>"Glory Be to the Father ..." </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Glory Be is often referred to as the <a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/doxology" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">doxology</a>, a word that comes from Greek, meaning "an expression of praise or glory." This prayer is quite <a href="https://www.catholic.com/tract/glory-be-doxology" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">common</a> and straightforward — we pray for the Holy Trinity to be glorified at all times.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="fatima-prayer"><strong>Fatima Prayer</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">"<meta charset="utf-8"><em>O my Jesus, forgive us our sins</em> ..."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Fatima Prayer was given directly by Mary to three shepherd children on July 13, 1917 during her appearances in Fatima, Portugal. In this prayer, which is said at the end of each decade, we ask Jesus for mercy upon us and upon all souls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="hail-holy-queen"><strong>Hail, Holy Queen</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">"<em>Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy</em> ..."</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Rosary ends with this powerful prayer, which comes from the ancient tradition of monks concluding their communal prayer with the Salve Regina (a Latin chant of the Hail, Holy Queen). Reminded that Jesus is given to us through his Mother Mary, we give thanks to God for Mary's participation in all of the saving events of Jesus' life, death, and Resurrection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="mysteries">Mysteries of the Rosary</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Each of the five decades of the Rosary highlights a unique moment within the Paschal Mystery. There are four sets of mysteries -- Joyful, Sorrowful, Luminous, and Glorious -- and each contains five pivotal events from the life of Jesus. When praying the Rosary, we enter into one set of these mysteries at a time, meditating on them through the eyes of Mary, the disciple who was closest to Jesus and knew him best. The Church traditionally prays certain mysteries on specific days of the week, as follows:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Monday: Joyful Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Tuesday: Sorrowful Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Wednesday: Glorious Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Thursday: Luminous Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Friday: Sorrowful Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Saturday: Joyful Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Sunday: Glorious Mystery</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="mysteries-joyful">Joyful Mysteries (Monday, Saturday)</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Joyful Mysteries invite us to contemplate the Incarnation, and we enter into the wonder of Jesus coming to earth as a baby. We see the incredible story unfold through Mary's eyes - the angel appear <em>(The Annunciation)</em>, her cousin Elizabeth’s greeting <em>(The Visitation)</em>, the birth of her son <em>(The Nativity)</em>, and the significant events that point to who this child is and what he will do <em>(The Presentation and Finding in the Temple)</em>. We are invited to do as Mary did and “reflect on them in [our] heart[s]” (<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=luke+2%3A19&amp;version=NABRE" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luke 2:19</a>). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="mysteries-sorrowful">Sorrowful Mysteries (Tuesday, Friday)</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Sorrowful Mysteries help us relive the passion and death of Jesus. We not only remember it, but we also enter in - we keep watch with Jesus in his distress before his arrest <em>(The Agony in the Garden)</em>. We enter into his suffering with <em>The Scourging at the Pillar, The Crowning of Thorns, </em>and <em>The Carrying of the Cross</em> ... and then we stand at the foot of that cross beside Mary as we witness his <em>Crucifixion and Death</em>. We attempt to understand the depths of God's love for us as we reflect on the cost of our salvation and redemption. We feel this sorrow and contrition even more deeply as we imagine it through the eyes of his mother. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="mysteries-luminous">Luminous Mysteries (Thursday)</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Through the Luminous Mysteries, we meditate on the events of Jesus' public ministry: his revelation as the Beloved Son of the Father at the <em>Baptism in the Jordan</em>, his first public miracle at the <em>Wedding at Cana</em>, his <em>Proclamation of the Kingdom of God, Jesus’ Transfiguration</em>, and the <em>Institution of the Eucharist</em> at the Last Supper. Pope St. John Paul II wrote, "In the Luminous mysteries, apart from the miracle at Cana, the presence of Mary remains in the background ... Yet the role she assumed at Cana accompanies Christ throughout his ministry. The revelation made directly by the Father at the Baptism in the Jordan, also echoed by John the Baptist, is placed upon Mary's lips at Cana, and it becomes the great maternal counsel that Mary addresses to the Church of every age: 'Do whatever he tells you.'" </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3,"className":""} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="mysteries-glorious">Glorious Mysteries (Wednesday, Sunday)</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">In the Glorious Mysteries, we meditate on the awe-inspiring miracles that take place after Jesus’ death. These events show how Jesus is who he says he is – the Son of God. We experience the joy of the risen Christ and imagine ourselves as Mary or the first disciples<em> (The Resurrection)</em>. As we pray, we see Jesus' <em>Ascension</em> into heaven and the <em>Descent of the <a href="https://hallow.com/2022/09/14/prayer-to-the-holy-spirit-and-other-holy-spirit-prayers/">Holy Spirit</a></em> at <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/pentecost/">Pentecost</a>. The last two mysteries, though not explicitly mentioned in Scripture, come from hundreds of years of tradition based on passages from Revelation and the Song of Songs. We celebrate the grace and the role Jesus has bestowed upon his mother <meta charset="utf-8"></meta><em>(The Assumption and Coronation of Mary)</em>, and we pray that where Mary goes, we will one day as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="why">Why do we pray the Rosary?</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Think of the Rosary as being like the ocean: There’s something in it for everyone, whether you consider yourself a veteran mystic longing to go deeper in prayer with our Lord, a novice struggling to learn how to pray, or someone seeking the Lord’s help, right now, with something going on in your life. The deep-sea explorer and the child making sand castles on the beach can fully enjoy the same ocean while playing at different levels. And this is true with the Rosary.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --><cite>Edward Sri, "Why Pray the Rosary?"</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Just as Dr. Sri <a href="https://www.franciscanmedia.org/franciscan-spirit-blog/why-pray-the-rosary" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">explains</a>, the Rosary is a prayer for people of all ages, undergoing different life experiences, and who might have different levels of familiarity with the devotion. The reason behind the Rosary is fairly simple — Mary was present for the joyful, sorrowful, luminous, and glorious moments of Christ's life. So, by meditating on Jesus' life with Mary's help, <meta charset="utf-8">we seek to grow closer and closer to Christ. We might pray with Mary for a special intention, or we might need a moment of solace with the Blessed Mother and her Son. Any reason to pray the Rosary is a beautiful reason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="every-day">Praying the Rosary Every Day</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:columns {"verticalAlignment":"center"} --> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center"><!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"33.33%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:33.33%"><!-- wp:image {"id":8227,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Copy-of-6-16-2021_story-1-1-576x1024.png" alt="" class="wp-image-8227"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --></div> <!-- /wp:column --> <!-- wp:column {"verticalAlignment":"center","width":"66.66%"} --> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center" style="flex-basis:66.66%"><!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We can pray the Rosary at any time of the day or night. While some people prefer to pray with beads, they aren't necessary for our time spent with Jesus and Mary. Praying the full Rosary step by step usually takes about 15 - 25 minutes, but remember, you can always simply pray one decade (an Our Father, 10 Hail Mary's, a Glory Be) if that's all the time you have.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you're looking to add the Rosary to your everyday <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">prayer routine</a> intentionally, consider the following times for prayer:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>If you take daily walks, consider adding the Rosary to your routine. You can say the prayers with Hallow, or carry your rosary beads as you walk. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray the Rosary on your commute; listen and pray along as you start or end your day at work.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Pray as you prepare dinner.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Set aside quiet time and pray as you get ready for the day or prepare to <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/falling-asleep-with-god/">fall asleep</a>.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></div> <!-- /wp:column --></div> <!-- /wp:columns --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8310,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Copy-of-Copy-of-Add-a-heading-1024x459.png" alt="Rosaries on Hallow App" class="wp-image-8310"/></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:separator {"opacity":"css","className":"is-style-wide"} --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide"/> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">You can pray the traditional daily Rosaries, the Scriptural Rosary, and the Chant Rosary on Hallow. You can also pray the Rosary with Dr. Scott Hahn or Bishop Robert Barron. Bishop Barron's introduction and tutorial to this devotion are also included on the app.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center","orientation":"horizontal"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/pR5L0OKInpb">Pray the Rosary on Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">We look forward to praying the Rosary with you step by step on Hallow. If you're looking for a PDF guide for praying the Rosary, save or download the illustrated guide below:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":8666,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"center","className":""} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large" id="pdf"><img src="https://hallow.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/How-to-Pray-the-Rosary-Infographic-492x1024.png" alt="How to Pray: the Rosary - Hallow App" class="wp-image-8666"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">How to Pray the Rosary - Hallow App</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Related Prayers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-lectio-divina/">Lectio Divina</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/7-sorrows/">How to Pray the Seven Sorrows Rosary</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/lent-prayers/">Lent Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-our-father/">How to Pray the Lord's Prayer</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-mary-undoer-of-knots-novena/">How to Pray the Mary, Undoer of Knots Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-divine-mercy-chaplet/">How to Pray the Divine Mercy Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/feast-of-our-lady-of-guadalupe-prayers-celebrations/">Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/mothers-day-prayers/">Mother's Day Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>*<em>Article Last Updated: September 18, 2024</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> [post_title] => How to Pray the Rosary: Guide to the Rosary Prayer [post_excerpt] => Meditate on the life of Jesus with vocal prayer. 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WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30197 [post_author] => 40 [post_date] => 2022-12-31 14:36:49 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-12-31 14:36:49 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">It is with a heavy heart that I share, for those of you that have not yet heard, that Pope Benedict XVI passed away early this morning.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><br><strong>Please join us in prayer as a community in remembrance of him and for the repose of his soul. </strong>Each day for the next 9 days throughout the Novendiale, the 9 days following the Pope's death, we’ll pray alongside an excerpt from Pope Benedict XVI’s writings &amp; preaching. We’re blessed to be guided by Msgr. John Cihak, who served as a Papal Master of Ceremonies for Pope Benedict XVI.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="https://hallow.app.link/aDNdiXT1cwb">Join In Prayer on Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">A powerful excerpt from Pope Benedict XVI's first homily as Pope after Pope John Paul II's passing:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:quote {"className":""} --> <blockquote class="wp-block-quote"><p><em>“How alone we all felt after the passing of John Paul II – the Pope who for over twenty-six years had been our shepherd and guide on our journey through life. He crossed the threshold of the next life, entering into the mystery of God. But he did not take this step alone. </em><strong><em>Those who believe are never alone – neither in life nor in death.</em></strong><em> At that moment, we could call upon the Saints from every age – his friends, his brothers, and sisters in the faith – knowing that they would form a living procession to accompany him into the next world, into the glory of God…</em></p><p><em>I too can say with renewed conviction: I am not alone. All the Saints of God are there to protect me, to sustain me, and to carry me. And your prayers, my dear friends, your indulgence, your love, your faith, and your hope accompany me.”</em></p><cite>Pope Benedict XVI</cite></blockquote> <!-- /wp:quote --> [post_title] => Pope Benedict XVI's Passing: Join Us in Prayer & Remembrance [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => pope-benedicts-passing [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2022-12-31 14:36:51 [post_modified_gmt] => 2022-12-31 14:36:51 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=30197 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )

WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30138 [post_author] => 32 [post_date] => 2022-12-23 19:23:42 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-12-23 19:23:42 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""><strong>Table of Contents</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Introduction</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#morning">Christmas Eve Morning Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#short">Short Christmas Eve Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#bible-verses">Bible Verses for Christmas Eve</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#dinner-prayers">Christmas Eve Dinner Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#fall-asleep">Prayers to Fall Asleep on Christmas Eve</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="#more-resources">More Christmas Resources</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">At Hallow, we’re passionate about helping you find peace and draw closer to God every day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">On Christmas Eve, that can feel a little bit more difficult than on many of the other 365 days of the year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Let Hallow help guide your Christmas Eve with these prayers, which you can use when you wake up, during your busy day or to help fall asleep at night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="morning">Christmas Eve Morning Prayer</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The waiting and anticipation for Christmas is spans all of Advent but is especially pronounced on the morning of Christmas Eve.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Just one more sleep until Christmas Day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Begin Christmas Eve with some morning prayers to help keep you centered during what often is a busy day:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>God, as we await Your coming, may today be filled with peace and free of any distractions that lead my heart away from You.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>On this Christmas Eve be with me and all my loved ones, Lord. Let me be present in each moment today, my eyes open to signs of Your love all around me.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>(For Kids) God, thank You for my day today. Thanks for my family who love me and thanks most of all the gift of Jesus.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/christmaseveprayers">Pray with Hallow on Christmas Eve</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="short">Short Christmas Eve Prayer</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Let’s face it: Christmas Eve can be busy. Some combination of meals, Mass, gift wrapping and calls to relatives can make December 24 a whirlwind.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The moment to take time for prayer may come when you don’t expect it. When you find yourself with a few moments to spend in prayer, consider these simple Christmas Eve prayers:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>“Heavenly Father, we thank You for this day and the many blessings You’ve given us. Grant us a restful night of sleep as we await the celebration of the birth of Your Son, Jesus. Amen.”</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>“Dear God, we know that the greatest gift we ever receive is Jesus. May we remember that tomorrow, and may any presents under the tree remind us of our life’s biggest blessing. Amen.”</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>“God, this is the moment history changed–when Jesus became man and entered our world. As we look ahead to tomorrow, we pray that our day celebrates Your love for us.”</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="bible-verses">Christmas Eve Bible Verses</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">There are so many rich Bible passages that tell the story of the birth of Jesus. As we say in Hallow’s Advent <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/pray25/">Pray25</a> Challenge feat. the Chosen, the promise of Jesus’s birth plays out across the entire Bible.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Some of those portions of Scripture include:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Isaiah Chapter 7</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Isaiah Chapter 9</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Luke Chapter 2&nbsp;</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Matthew Chapter 2</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">If you’re looking for some Bible verses before bed, here are some short verses that you can reflect as you get to sleep:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul. He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake.” Psalm 23:1-3</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Proverbs 3:24-26 “If you sit down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden panic, or of the storm that strikes the wicked; for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.”</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="dinner-prayers">Christmas Eve Dinner Prayers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Many families enjoy the tradition of a special meal together on Christmas Eve. The Italian custom of “Feast of 7 Fishes” is just one example of a Christmas Eve dinner that holds a special place for many.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">It’s always good to give thanks for meals. On Christmas Eve, perhaps with a larger audience, hosts may not always know the exact words to say. Christmas Eve dinner prayers need not be long. Short words of gratitude like the following work just fine:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Heavenly Father, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Your Son, may this meal we share remind us of the many gifts and blessings You give us each day. Amen.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>God, we ask You to bless this meal and everyone at this table. Despite what will be under the tree in the morning, may this meal remind us that some of the most precious gifts we have come from those who show us Your love. In Jesus’s name, we pray. Amen.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="fall-asleep">How to Fall Asleep Fast on Christmas Eve with Prayers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Whether you’re reflecting on Bible verses or lying awake in bed, it can be a challenge to fall asleep quickly on Christmas Eve, regardless of age!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Children can be too excited to settle in quickly for sleep. Adults might be busy with last-minute prep for Christmas Day or struggle with feelings of stress or anxiety. The sadness of missing lost loved ones can also cause our minds to remain unsettled as we try to sleep.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Prayer and meditation can help people of all ages get to bed more easily on Christmas Eve. Consider short words that you can easily repeat until you doze:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Come, Holy Spirit</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Holy Spirit, help me to be patient</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><em>Into your hands, Lord, I commend my spirit.</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Hallow also offers a number of other <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/prayers-for-sleep/">prayers for sleep</a>, and the app features <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/fall-asleep-with-7-new-bible-stories/">Bible bedtime stories</a> from the likes of Fr. Mike Schmitz (from <a href="https://hallow.com/blog/bible-in-a-year-with-father-mike-schmitz/">Bible in a Year</a>), Chenele Shaw, Matt Fradd, Lila Rose and more. These longer meditations can help you peacefully ease into rest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link wp-element-button" href="https://hallow.app.link/christmaseveprayers">Pray with Hallow on Christmas Eve</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="more-resources">More Christmas Prayer Resources</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-st-andrew-christmas-novena/">St. Andrew Christmas Novena</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/christmas-prayer-catholic-blessings/">Christmas Prayers</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/christmas-eve-mass/">Christmas Eve Mass</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/schedule-catholic-christmas-season-octave/">Christmas Season Schedule</a></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> [post_title] => Christmas Eve Prayers for 2024: Short Morning, Evening, Dinner and Bedtime Prayers (to Fall Asleep on Christmas Eve) [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => christmas-eve-prayers-morning-short-sleep [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2024-07-11 23:54:44 [post_modified_gmt] => 2024-07-11 23:54:44 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=30138 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )

WP_Post Object ( [ID] => 30028 [post_author] => 24 [post_date] => 2022-12-16 17:03:09 [post_date_gmt] => 2022-12-16 17:03:09 [post_content] => <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">For so many people of faith, the voice of the Bocelli family provides the unofficial soundtrack to the season of Christmas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">This Advent, Hallow is excited to partner with the Bocelli Family for the launch of the 12 Days of Christmas Music Challenge.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Hallow will feature music from the Bocelli Family for 12 days leading up to December 25, to enrich the prayer journeys of Hallow users heading into Christmas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Joining Andrea will be children and fellow musicians Virginia and Matteo Bocelli. The Challenge will also feature music from members of the Sistine Chapel Choir (Sixtini Cantores).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The 12 Days of Christmas Music Challenge will feature some of the Bocelli’s most well-known songs, including “Ave Maria” and “The Lord’s Prayer,” along with tracks from “A Family Christmas,” the Bocelli Family’s new Christmas album. You can purchase the album <a href="https://andreabocelli.lnk.to/AFCPC">here</a>, or get tickets to their world tour <a href="https://www.andreabocelli.com/tickets">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">The Bocelli Family will also lead a daily Rosary in both English and Italian in the app.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class="">Download Hallow to sign up for the 12 Days of Christmas Music Challenge today.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:buttons {"layout":{"type":"flex","justifyContent":"center"}} --> <div class="wp-block-buttons"><!-- wp:button --> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="https://hallow.app.link/bocelliblog">Listen to the Bocelli Family on Hallow</a></div> <!-- /wp:button --></div> <!-- /wp:buttons --> <!-- wp:heading {"className":""} --> <h2 class="">More Christmas Resources</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list {"className":""} --> <ul class=""><li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/how-to-pray-the-st-andrew-christmas-novena/">St. Andrew Christmas Novena</a></li><li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/christmas-prayer-catholic-blessings/">Christmas Prayers</a></li><li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/christmas-eve-mass/">Christmas Eve Mass Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://hallow.com/blog/christmas-music-traditional-religious/">Traditional Christmas Music</a></li></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"className":""} --> <p class=""></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> [post_title] => Hallow Launches 12 Days of Christmas Music Challenge with the Bocelli Family [post_excerpt] => [post_status] => publish [comment_status] => closed [ping_status] => closed [post_password] => [post_name] => bocelli-family-12-days-christmas-music [to_ping] => [pinged] => [post_modified] => 2022-12-21 00:45:21 [post_modified_gmt] => 2022-12-21 00:45:21 [post_content_filtered] => [post_parent] => 0 [guid] => https://hallow.com/?p=30028 [menu_order] => 0 [post_type] => post [post_mime_type] => [comment_count] => 0 [filter] => raw )