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James Martin, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, editor-at-large of America magazine, and a bestselling author known for his works on spirituality and faith, including 'The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything' and 'Jesus: A Pilgrimage'. He is a frequent commentator on religion and culture in the media and a leading voice in contemporary Catholic thought.
Known for: Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone
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Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone
In this accessible and deeply personal book, Jesuit priest James Martin explores the many forms and experiences of prayer, offering practical guidance for people at all stages of their spiritual journey. Drawing on his own life, the Christian tradition, and the wisdom of saints and mystics, Martin demystifies prayer and shows how it can become a meaningful, transformative part of everyday life.
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Defining Prayer
If you ask ten people what prayer is, you may receive ten different answers: a request for help, a quiet meditation, a way to feel better, a moment of silence, or a mysterious experience of transcendence. I begin by untangling these partial truths, because prayer has often been misunderstood. In Chr...
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Motivations for Prayer
Why do we pray? The reasons are as diverse as our lives. Some people approach God in desperation; others out of gratitude. Some because they are searching for meaning; others simply to express love. I’ve encountered people who began praying only when something was lost—only to discover, in that ache...
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About James Martin
James Martin, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, editor-at-large of America magazine, and a bestselling author known for his works on spirituality and faith, including 'The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything' and 'Jesus: A Pilgrimage'. He is a frequent commentator on religion and culture in the media and a le...
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James Martin, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, editor-at-large of America magazine, and a bestselling author known for his works on spirituality and faith, including 'The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything' and 'Jesus: A Pilgrimage'. He is a frequent commentator on religion and culture in the media and a le...
James Martin, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, editor-at-large of America magazine, and a bestselling author known for his works on spirituality and faith, including 'The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything' and 'Jesus: A Pilgrimage'. He is a frequent commentator on religion and culture in the media and a leading voice in contemporary Catholic thought.
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