Praying through Christ in the Spirit
Christian prayer is directed to the Father through the Son in the Holy Spirit. Prayer in the name of Jesus expresses communion with his person and mission, not a phrase that guarantees a requested outcome. Catholic prayer with Mary and the saints remains dependent on Christ. Different spiritual traditions can cultivate this common relationship with distinct emphases.
Follow the sources
An original library introduction, with sources for further study. This is a starting point rather than a complete treatment or a finished formation lesson.