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Every true prayer is a prayer of the Church by means of that prayer the Church prays, since it is the Holy Spirit living
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"Every true prayer is a prayer of the Church; by means of that prayer the Church prays, since it is the Holy Spirit living in the Church, Who in every single soul 'prays in us with unspeakable groanings'"

- Edith Stein

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This quote by Edith Stein talks to the power of prayer and the role of the Church in prayer. Stein suggests that all real prayer is a prayer of the Church, as it is the Holy Spirit living in the Church that is praying through us. This implies that when we hope, we are not alone, however rather we are connected to the Church and the Holy Spirit. Stein even more suggests that the Holy Spirit hopes in us with "offensive groanings", which suggests that the Holy Spirit is deeply connected to our prayers and is praying on our behalf. This quote speaks with the power of prayer and the importance of the Church in our prayer lives. It reminds us that when we hope, we are not alone, however rather we are linked to the Church and the Holy Spirit, who is praying with us and for us.

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Germany Flag This quote is written / told by Edith Stein between October 12, 1891 and August 9, 1942. He/she was a famous Saint from Germany. The author also have 9 other quotes.

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