Catechism of Mental Prayer - TAN Books

“Prayer is by nature a dialogue and a union of man with God.”

— St. John Climacus, The Ladder of Divine Ascent

Discover the quiet richness of interior prayer with Catechism of Mental Prayer by Fr. Joseph Simler, a Superior General of the Society of Mary.

St. Paul calls Christians to pray without ceasing, and Our Lord teaches us to pray to our Father in secret. But how can we bring this invitation into everyday life? This short booklet introduces mental prayer: the silent turning of the heart towards God.

Drawing on the Catholic spiritual tradition, Fr. Simler explains that meditation and contemplation are not reserved for monks and hermits. All are invited to deepen their relationship with God through recollection, an awareness of His presence, and a loving interior dialogue.

Beginning with the remembrance that God is always present and knows us completely, this guide leads readers along the path of interior prayer and through the stages of spiritual recollection.

Whether you are beginning mental prayer or seeking to deepen an established practice, this booklet offers an invitation to pause, turn your heart towards God, and seek His presence with love.