The Divine Mercy on Instagram: "Be Still Before God Fr. Chris Alar reflects on the highest form of personal prayer—contemplation—the simple, wordless resting in the presence of God. Many Catholics struggle with how to “pray better” or feel frustrated when prayer feels silent. But as Fr. Chris reminds us, sometimes the most powerful prayer is not spoken aloud, but lived in stillness before the Lord, especially in Eucharistic Adoration. Contemplation is like sitting quietly with someone you love—n