Books When Women Pray: Eleven Catholic Women on the Power of Prayer  by Kathleen Beckman (Author)

"When Women Pray: Eleven Catholic Women on the Power of Prayer" by Kathleen Beckman is an inspiring anthology that highlights the transformative power of prayer in the lives of eleven devoted Catholic women. The book blends personal stories with Church teachings, focusing on the Marian vocation of living as "contemplatives in action." Each contributor shares reflections on how prayer shapes their spiritual journey, offering insight into themes like healing, holiness, spiritual warfare, and nurturing faith through the Eucharist and Scripture.

Structured for personal or group retreats, each chapter concludes with sections titled "Ponder, Practice, Pray" and shares the "Feminine Wisdm" of women saints. The contributors include Kathleen Beckman herself, along with other notable Catholic women such as Johnnette Benkovic and Dr. Mary Healy. Topics covered reveal prayer as a willed response to divine love, how Mary exemplifies prayer, the power of spiritual mothers, and the role prayer plays in healing, family, and combating evil.