The Law of Prayer is the Law of Belief

After a tragedy like another school shooting, a terrorist attack, a natural disaster, we sometimes turn to prayer, or as many officials say, thoughts and prayers.  But sometimes, we say our prayers, and then do nothing.  So, what is the just and proper use of prayer?  Father Blackburn reflects on the purpose of prayer, how it has informed and shaped the course of history, and what our prayer should be.