The Heart of Prayer with Fr. Éamonn Bourke

Sep 23 2022 6 ep. 27 mins 2
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Father Bourke, along with Kris McGregor, takes the sometimes elusive process of prayer and presents it in easily accessible terms. Because of his gift for clarity, Fr. Bourke makes prayer inviting and attractive. Each episode provides insight into creating a closer relationship with God and ends with some thought-provoking questions and a simple prayer, especially in the light of Catholic Tradition.

Fr. Bourke is a priest for the Archdiocese of Dublin, Ireland and served as Vocations Director for the diocese, as well as Pastor in a number of its parishes. Trained as a spiritual director in the contemplative style, he now serves as Chaplain to University College, Dublin, the largest University in Ireland.

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