Prayer: Its Necessity, Its Power, Its Conditions by Ferreol Girardey is a comprehensive exploration of the importance of prayer in the life of a Christian. Girardey delves into the theological foundation of prayer, highlighting its necessity for spiritual growth and relationship with God.

The author emphasizes the transformative power of prayer, illustrating through biblical references and personal anecdotes how prayer has the ability to shape one's character and lead to a deeper connection with the divine. Girardey also addresses the various conditions necessary for effective prayer, such as faith, humility, and perseverance.

Overall, Prayer: Its Necessity, Its Power, Its Conditions is a thought-provoking and enlightening read for anyone seeking to deepen their prayer life and strengthen their relationship with God. Girardey's insights are both inspiring and practical, making this book a valuable resource for believers looking to cultivate a more meaningful and transformative prayer practice.

Book Description:
Redemptorist Father Ferreol Girardey's book, which bears an imprimatur, is a broad introductory treatise on the subject of prayer. He discusses the power and necessity of prayer, explains why some prayers do not seem to be answered, and tells us how to make our prayers more acceptable to God. In particular, he instructs the reader on what to pray for and for whom to pray. He also details the conditions necessary for efficacious prayer and explains the times when it is most suitable to pray. Father Girardey includes numerous lessons from the gospel on prayer and offers selections from Meditations for Every Day of the Year by Redemptorist Father Louis Bronchain.