A Body in Prayer

Imagine using your whole body to pray; actively thinking about how each body part can be used to glorify the Lord! That is exactly what author Neil Combs does in his new book, A Body in Prayer. Neil makes you feel as if you are sitting across the table from him and having a lively conversation about his unique approach to praying. My favorite chapter, hands down (pun intended), is Chapter 7, "Gotta Hand it to You." He addresses our attitudes about work, charity, and prayer, while challenging the reader to adopt a positive and active approach to each task. A Body in Prayer is a quick and entertaining read. The book effectively combines humor, thoughtfulness and practical suggestions to increase in holiness by focusing on the special attributes of each part of our bodies and how they can be used in prayer. It may have particular appeal to men, who often have trouble finding an active approach to spiritualism. By Mary Lou Rosien, author of Catholic Family Boot Camp