Psalms And Canticles: Meditations And Catechesis On The Psalms And Canticles Of Morning Prayer

Psalms And Canticles: Meditations And Catechesis On The Psalms And Canticles Of Morning Prayer

In this volume, John Paul II devotes himself to promoting the Liturgy of the Hours as a prayer of the People of God. The Holy Father provides enlightening reflections on each of the psalms and canticles, leading the reader to deeper meditation and understanding. As prayers the psalms take us through the whole range of life experiences. These reflections, originally delivered at the Pope's weekly Wednesday audiences, will be an invaluable companion to those who pray the breviary or simply love the scriptures.For your convenience, this book contains the Psalms and Canticles of the four week cycle of Morning Prayer. The informative and inviting introduction contains an in-depth history of Church practices involving the psalms.'. . . the Book of Psalms remains the ideal source of Christian prayer and will continue to inspire the Church in the new millennium.'From the introduction by John Paul II. Published by Liturgy Training Publications.ReviewI see this as a wonderful text for individuals and groups willing to make a?commitment to prayer and learning. --Buena Vista, Jan/Feb 2005, Carol BlankWhat John Paul II does in this book is to become the mentor of the faithful. --St. Anthony Messenger, April 05, William R. Burleigh?Understand why the prayer of Israel and the prayer of the church have been so meaningful and life-giving... --The Faith Connection, April 17, 2005