Pilgrims Pray | Sophia Institute Press

A Guide to Deeper Prayer and Intimate Communion with God

Pilgrims Pray, by Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M. and published by EWTN Publishing / Sophia Institute Press, is far more than a book about prayer. It is a warm and penetrating invitation to enter into a genuine, personal relationship with the living God. Drawing on Scripture, the wisdom of the early Christians, and the Catholic mystical tradition, Fr. Dubay guides readers step by step into a life of prayer that is rooted in humility, surrender, and loving trust in Divine Providence.

With clarity and spiritual depth, Fr. Dubay opens the door to contemplation, shows how ordinary moments can become acts of devotion, and offers practical guidance for anyone who longs to grow closer to God. Whether you are just beginning to pray or seeking to deepen a prayer life already well underway, this book will accompany you with gentle assurance every step of the journey.

Why You'll Love It

• Offers Fr. Dubay's characteristic depth and warmth, walking readers through various forms of prayer and their unique place in the spiritual life, from vocal prayer to the heights of contemplation
• Addresses real-world obstacles to prayer, including six ways to turn those obstacles into springboards for spiritual growth, making this a practical companion as well as an inspiring one
• Explores the connection between prayer and joy, prayer and work, and the fruits of leisure, wonder, and solitude, showing that a life of prayer is also a life of abundance
• Provides clear, grounded teaching on Christian mysticism, distinguishing it from non-Christian forms, so readers can pursue contemplation with confidence and discernment
• Includes signs for discerning growth in prayer and advancing in the spiritual life, offering reassurance and direction to those who wonder if they are on the right path
• Published by EWTN Publishing / Sophia Institute Press, ensuring faithful Catholic content in line with the Church's teaching and tradition

Product Details and Specifications

• Book Title: Pilgrims Pray
• SKU: 9781682784570
• ISBN: 9781682784570
• Publisher: Sophia Institute Press / EWTN Publishing
• Author: Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M.
• Book Type: Paperback
• Language: English
• Subject: Catholic prayer, spirituality, and contemplation
• Audience: Adult Catholics and Christians seeking to deepen their prayer life

Who This Makes a Good Gift For

• Catholics of all ages who are seeking to grow in their interior life and relationship with God
• Adults beginning a more intentional life of prayer or returning to the faith
• Priests, deacons, and religious looking for a solid resource to recommend to parishioners or directees
• Spiritual directors and those in faith formation ministry who need a reliable guide on prayer
• Anyone who has been touched by Fr. Thomas Dubay's other works and wants to explore more of his teaching

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: Who is the author of Pilgrims Pray, and what is his background?
Answer: Pilgrims Pray is written by Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M., a Marist priest widely regarded as one of the foremost Catholic writers on prayer and mysticism of the 20th and early 21st centuries.

Question: Who published this book?
Answer: The book is published by EWTN Publishing, an imprint of Sophia Institute Press, which specializes in faithful Catholic books rooted in the Church's teaching and tradition.

Question: Is this book suitable for someone who is new to structured prayer?
Answer: Yes. Fr. Dubay writes accessibly and compassionately for readers at every stage of the spiritual journey, from beginners who are just learning to pray to those seeking to advance in contemplation.

Question: What topics does the book cover?
Answer: The book covers many dimensions of prayer, including various types of prayer, Christian mysticism, overcoming obstacles to prayer, the connection between prayer and joy and work, signs of growth in the prayer life, and fourteen facets of contemplation.

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