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What Christian prayer is

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Library introduction · Catechism 2558–2565

What Christian prayer is

Christian prayer is a relationship with the living God, received as a gift and answered freely. It involves the whole person and can include words, silence, gratitude, lament, and petition. Prayer is not a technique for forcing an outcome or a performance that proves spiritual achievement. Humility and trust make room for honesty, including difficulty and need.

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