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How Do You Pray with the Bible?

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz

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An introduction to turning attentive Scripture reading into prayer.

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Day 1: In the Beginning

The Bible in a Year · Fr. Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins

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The opening episode of a structured Catholic journey through Scripture, including prayer and commentary.

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How Do You Pray with the Bible?

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

Day 1: In the Beginning

The Bible in a Year · Fr. Mike Schmitz and Jeff Cavins · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

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Catechism: Meditation

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Pope John Paul II · 1992-10-11

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