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Prayer
Prayer is the raising of one's mind and heart to God or the requesting of good things from God.
Prayer is the vital and personal relationship with the living and true God (CCC 2558). It is the encounter of God's thirst with ours (CCC 2560).
Expressions of Prayer
Christian tradition comprises vocal prayer, meditation, and contemplative prayer (CCC 2699).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the forms of prayer? They include blessing, adoration, petition, intercession, thanksgiving, and praise (CCC 2626-2643).
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
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