Even When I Don't Feel It: How Saint Ignatius Teaches Us to Pray We Can’t God

Does prayer still count when I don't feel anything at all?Even When I Don't Feel It is a comforting and catechetically rich picture book inspired by the wisdom of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. With gentle rhyme and reverent watercolor illustrations, this book guides children through the ups and downs of spiritual life-especially when prayer feels dry or distant.Readers will journey with Lucy and her older brother Luke as they explore what it means to stay faithful in prayer, even when they don't feel God's presence. Drawing from the core principles of Ignatian spirituality-such as consolation and desolation, imaginative prayer, and daily reflection-this book helps children understand: - That feelings aren't the measure of faith- That choosing to pray is a powerful act of love- That God is near, even in silenceA beautiful resource for children ages 6 and up, Even When I Don't Feel It is ideal for First Communion preparation, Catholic school classrooms, or bedtime reading with parents who want to nurture a resilient, faithful prayer life in their children-especially during spiritual dryness.