"Teach Them to Pray" the Cardinal Urges

In conversation with Sean Cardinal O'Malley last month, a colleague and I expressed how deeply we are troubled by experiences of bitter division among Catholics. Even more distressing is how unkind some Christians can be when they speak to one another. Usually these are people who are deeply devoted to Christ--but who have differing visions of how Christ's gospel ought to be lived in daily life, both in terms of spiritual practice and (especially) in matters of government and church policy.

I share the cardinal's response with you because I think it is profound, getting to the very heart of Christian love and community. He said, "Teach them to pray."

The Catholic Biblical School model keeps prayer at its center. We pray in many ways, including celebrating mass together on Scripture Days (formerly known as "Prayer Days") and at the beginning of each class. Students are taught the art of Lectio Divino, are regularly invited to lead prayer, and are encouraged to pray to the Holy Spirit for guidance as they work on their weekly Scripture lessons.

Come join us in prayer and study, so that our studies and our lives can become more deeply united with Christ, who is God's Word made flesh. For more information, contact us at cbs@orehartford.org.