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Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.eucharisticcongress.org/">The Eucharistic Congress</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

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Resources: <ul> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.apostoliviae.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Apostoli Viae</a> - website</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Sophia Institute</a> – website</li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Contemporary+Issues/INTO+THE+DEEP.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Into the Deep</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Prayers-Fr-Chad-Ripperger/dp/154105671X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544109361&sr=8-1&keywords=deliverance+prayers+for+use+by+the+laity+-+fr.+chad+ripperger" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity</a>  - <a class="a-link-normal" href= "https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&search-alias=books&field-author=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&sort=relevancerank" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fr. Chad A Ripperger PhD</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Prayer/THE+DISCERNMENT+OF+SPIRITS.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Discernment of Spirits</a> - Fr. Timothy Gallager</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).</li> </ul>

Is Communion in the Hand, Sacrilege?

Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.womenatthetomb.org/">Woman at the Tomb</a> - Website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://spiritualdirection.com/ecce-homo-2025?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=ecce_homo_2025&utm_content=dir"> Ecce Homo</a> - event</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

A Woman at the Tomb

In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapter 9 and the conclusion. We reflect on the goodness of God and why we need not be afraid even when we do not understand what He is doing or how He is working in our lives. We also talk about how the Holy Spirit is like a salve to the wounds in our life, the importance of taking the authority we've been given by God, and why hungering and thirsting for God allows us to grow in intimacy with Him. Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://jpiihealingcenter.org/product/healing-prayers-and-renunciations/"> Healing Prayers and Renunciations</a> by Dr. Bob Schuchts Sister Miriam's One Thing - <a href= "https://cookieandkate.com/fresh-mango-salsa-recipe/">Mango Salsa Recipe</a> Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/album/6mzjUFZIGCgioKgOSy8vFD?si=Fa_f53TGTmOm9c-DAcaSRg"> The Way of Love</a> by Marie Miller Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can I make Jubilee a lifestyle?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How does my heart respond to the unexpected works and movements of the Holy Spirit?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my life do I need to welcome the Holy Spirit?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where does the Lord want to liberate me?</li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can you embrace the spirit of Jubilee and not the letter of Jubilee?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How will you embrace the sacraments, pilgrimages, and indulgences this year?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in your heart do you feel like you need to be cautious and protective with the Lord?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What are the things in your life filling you with a false satiation?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What are the graces you've received this Lent?</li> </ul> Quote to Ponder: "For that reason, the Jubilee 2025 is a highly appropriate time for individuals and communities to enter more deeply into the life of the Holy Spirit." (Jesus and the Jubilee, John Bergsma, Page 111) "What are some practical steps to bring jubilee into our hearts? How do we embrace the Spirit of jubilee and not the letter of jubilee? How do we make good use of 2025 and the years following? How do we make jubilee a lifestyle? How do we sustain liberty? There are three simple answers: sacraments, pilgrimages, and indulgences." (Jesus and the Jubilee, John Bergsma, Page 113) Scripture for Lectio: "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." (2 Corinthians 3:17) Sponsor - West Coast Catholic: If you want to create a beautiful Catholic home or you're looking for that perfect Catholic gift, but struggle to find pieces that match your modern aesthetic then you have just found the perfect brand for your life and home. West Coast Catholic is a Catholic lifestyle brand that creates beautiful faith filled lifestyle products and prayer tools that bring an essence of Heaven to your everyday life. From rosaries to home goods, jewelry, apparel, devotionals and more, all of their products are made to draw you closer to God and are uniquely designed with a modern aesthetic so you don't have to compromise your personal style when incorporating faith into your life. Whether you're shopping for Easter or Mothers Day coming up or other events like weddings, sacraments and birthdays, — West Coast Catholic has the most beautiful and meaningful gifts designed to inspire and equip you to live a faith-filled life. So head over to <a href= "http://westcoastcatholic.co/">westcoastcatholic.co</a> to explore the shop, and use code ABIDE10 for 10% off your order! And be sure to follow along on Instagram at @westcoastcatholic and their founder Mari @mari.c.wagner for more faith-filled inspiration. Timestamps: 00:00 - West Coast Catholic 01:30 - Intro 02:06 - Welcome 05:20 - Scripture Verse and Guiding Quote 06:20 - The Holy Spirit 08:40 - A Salve to Our Wounds 10:28 - He is Good 12:28 - In the School of the Holy Spirit 14:23 - Sacraments, Pilgrimages, and Indulgences 18:31 - Taking Authority 20:30 - Are We Hungry Enough? 22:44 - Stirring Up Hunger 24:44 - The Price of Liberation 27:40 - Graces Received During Lent 29:09 - One Things

S16 E12 - Jesus and the Jubilee: Chapter Nine and Conclusion

I'll be chatting with Fr. Terry Donahue about the scientific proof we may have for Eucharistic miracles. I will be taking questions 🙋 from Super Chatters and Patrons (ask here, Patrons: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/posts/questio...)">https://www.patreon.com/posts/questio...)</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints </a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/ </a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd </a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Scientific EVIDENCE for Eucharistic Miracles? (Fr. Terry Donahue) | Ep. 241

Before the Struggle Begins with Fr. Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V.

In this episode wrap up our study of Gaudete Et Exsultate with chapters 4 & 5. We talk about everything from bullying on social media, the pitfalls of gossip, discernment, and how we can get rid of the poser and experience freedom in humility and poverty of spirit. We also talk about the gift of joy in the midst of struggle and living holiness in the small things. One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Sr. Miriam's One Thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/2JHU1Qh">Return of the Prodigal Son</a> by Henri J. M. Nouwen</li> <li>Michelle's One Thing - That the Golden State Warriors won the State Championship!</li> <li>Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://blessedisshe.net/blessed-is-she-podcast-the-gathering-place-episode-12/"> Interview with Bishop Barron on The Gathering Place Podcast by Blessed is She</a></li> <li>Heather's other one thing -<a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLhdzuCSmIw">16 year old worship leader Payton Allen from Bethel</a></li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ol> <li>How is God calling you to grow in having beautiful speech in relationships and on social media?</li> <li>Discuss how humility and acceptance of your own poverty can increase your dependence on God?</li> <li>Pope Francis says that "unless you let him warm you more and more with His love and tenderness you will not catch fire and how will you be able to set the hearts of others on fire". Are you experiencing a dynamic encounter with God? If not, how could you begin this relationship?</li> <li>Am I excluding God from any area of my life because of fear?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li>What am I passing on to people through my witness? Is it rule following, a good way to live, or a vibrant and personal relationship with God?</li> <li>Am I spending time listening to the heart of God and giving to others from that place? Spend some time with God, what is He saying to you this week?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "Let us ask the Holy Spirit to pour out upon us a fervent longing to be saints for God's greater glory and let us encourage one another in this effort. In this way we will share a happiness that the world will not be able to take from us." - Pope Francis

S03 Episode 23: Book Study - Gaudete Et Exsultate Chapter 4 & 5 (Part 3)

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Rating Previous Pints Sets + A Studio Blessing | Ft. Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. | Last Call Ep. 1

Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.youtube.com/user/GabiAfterHours">GabiAfter Hours</a> - Youtube Channel</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.truefaith.tv/">True Faith</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

The Discovery of Mental Prayer Part 2 of 2

Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.avila-army.org/?referrer=self">Avila Army</a> - website</li> <li><a href="https://spiritualdirection.com/vocations">High Calling</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com">Sophia Institute Press</a> - online</li> </ul>

Your Parish is Going to Close

I sit down with my dear friend (who also happens to be an amazing nurse) to discuss life in Coronavirus lockdown. Please consider supporting us at <a href= "http://patreon.com/amongthelielies">http://patreon.com/amongthelielies</a>

139: What to do in Coronavirus Lockdown W/ Nurse Christine

Every soul needs to be nourished continually in the spiritual life. Today, Dan and Melissa discuss the benefits of taking courses from the Avila Institute and how this experience can lead to incredible spiritual growth! Topics/Questions covered in the show: <ul> <li>What type of courses are offered through the Avila Institute?</li> <li>How rigorous are the courses?</li> <li>How much time is required to take these classes?</li> <li>Are there different types of programs designed for beginners or those more advanced in spirituality?</li> <li>Can spiritual friendships develop with other students?</li> <li>How do these courses affect your spiritual life?</li> <li>What experiences can students expect to take away from their time at the Avila Institute?</li> <li>How/Where do you register?</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="http://www.spiritualdirection.com/" target= "_blank">Spiritualdirection.com</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.com/" target="_blank">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target= "_blank">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location and question.</li> </ul>

Resources Edition: June 27, 2017 - The Avila Institute

Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.lifeonwheelsalabama.com/">Life on Wheels</a> - ministry</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

Voting Pro-Life: A Spiritual Perspective Part 2 of 2

In this episode, we begin our Advent journey in Eden, a place of freedom, communion, and life without shame. Eden is not only a moment in history, but also an interior garden within each of our hearts. We talk about the deep ache we all feel for union, rest, and peace, and how this longing reveals our original design for communion with God. We also reflect on the shame that often accompanies this desire for communion with others, especially when our desires are left unmet, and how bringing these places of poverty to Jesus opens us up to real, lived communion with Him. Heather's One Thing - The Renew Conference in Toronto Heather's Other One Thing - Her <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1W0h7f2GT8k410DIfqmuFR?si=a0699b00f06a4405"> Advent Worship Playlist</a> Sister Miriam's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.sacredanchorartisans.com/">Sacred Anchor Artisans</a> (Catholic Etsy!) founded by Tim and Molly Olsen Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://theinspiredliving.net/">The Inspired Living</a> and this <a href= "https://theinspiredliving.net/collections/candles/products/chrism-beeswax-candle"> Chrism Candle</a> Michelle's Other One Thing - Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR Welcome, dear friends… to this Advent journey, a pilgrimage of the heart, through four sacred spaces where heaven once touched the earth. These are the places of Advent. Eden. Loreto. Elizabeth's home. And a stable under starlight. Each one holds a mystery… a whisper of God's coming, a rhythm of waiting, a quiet invitation to abide. We begin… in Eden — the garden of beginnings and original designs, Here, everything was whole once, every breath in attunement with God's own. But even in the ache of what was lost, something sacred remains, a longing, a promise, a memory of shalom harmony still written in our bones. Eden reminds us: our waiting is not empty. It is the remembering of love that has never stopped pursuing us. Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What are the unique gifts that God has placed inside of you?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When do I experience shame in the ache for communion?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When have I recently experienced a rupture from Eden?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Who in your life allows you to feel at home and at ease?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can I return to Eden through a daily practice?</li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How have you experienced yourself as a gift?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When have you experienced an ache for Eden in your life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When do you feel exiled from Eden?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What glimpses of Eden have you seen in your life recently?</li> </ul> Quote to Ponder: "We all long for Eden, and we are constantly glimpsing it: our whole nature at its best and least corrupted, its gentlest and most human, is still soaked with the sense of exile." (J.R.R. Tolkien, The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien) Scripture for Lectio: "Adam and his wife were both naked, and they felt no shame." (Genesis 2:25) Sponsor - Altar + Home: Altar and Home by Conception Abbey exists to bring the beauty of Benedictine spirituality into your domestic church. The way we as Benedictine monks punctuate our days with prayer. The way we balance prayer and work (ora et labora). The way we pray with scripture in lectio divina. The way we live in community to support one another. Incorporating these treasures into your daily lives can draw you and your domestic church into Christ one day – one prayer – at a time. Our online store offers intentionally Catholic products for every occasion and every season. Lectio Divina rosary guides, daily journals, greeting cards, sacrament gifts, icons, and prints, along with books, bibles, and everything you need to make your home a sacred space. 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S17 E12 - The Four Places of Advent: Eden (Part 1)

In this episode we discuss the idea of personal revival through the power of the Holy Spirit, repentance and reawakening. We discuss the necessity of an interior death in order to experience resurrection and the fears that prevent us from living in the power of the Holy Spirit. We chat about how to identify areas in our life that are dormant or require repentance in order to experience new life and chat about the importance of community in bringing about revival. We pray the Holy Spirit would move mightily in your life this week! Michelle's one thing - <a href= "https://ascensionpress.com/holiness">Habits for Holiness: Small Steps for Making Big Spiritual Progress - Fr. Mark Mary Ames, CFR</a> Michelle's other one thing - <a href= "https://vianneyvocations.com/product/a-work-of-god/">A Work of God: Images of Renewal - Franciscan Friars of the Renewal</a> Heather's one thing - My daughter Maria coming home from Franciscan University Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://cookieandkate.com/healthy-granola-recipe/print/23967/"> Healthy Granola Recipe</a> Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What struck you from this week's episode?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Who do you know that is living in the power of the Resurrection or Holy Spirit power? What characteristics define this kind of revival?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">If we cannot experience resurrection and revival without experiencing dying, what needs to be put to death within you? What fears, hesitancies, or comforts keep you from experiencing the Holy Spirit's power in this way? </li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Revival starts with us. How can you make more room for the Holy Spirit?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What areas of your life do you need to repent in order to experience revival? Where are the areas in your life where something is dead that needs to be revived?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Where are the areas you may have blocked or avoided the power of the Holy Spirit in your life? Where are the areas you have given full permission to the Holy Spirit and what fruit has that created?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: "Let us implore from God the grace of a new Pentecost… May tongues of fire, combining burning love of God and neighbor with zeal for the spread of Christ's Kingdom, descend on all present!" — Pope Benedict XVI, homily in New York City, 4/19/2008 Scripture for Lectio Divina: "In the last days, God says, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams." - Acts 2:17 This episode is sponsored by House of Joppa. This week's episode is sponsored by House of Joppa. If you are looking for beautiful Catholic home décor, jewelry, art, rosaries or other Catholic gifts, look no farther than the House of Joppa. Each product is curated from artisans throughout the world, and is designed to uplift your spirit and share the beauty of our One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic faith. If you are looking for something for yourself or a special gift for a friend, head over to their website in the show notes. My favorite products are their Vintage Sacred Heart Medallion, Mini Mary Garden and Joyful Mystery themed rosary. Abiding Together listeners receive 15% off their purchase at checkout with discount code: ABIDE15. Visit them online at <a href= "https://www.houseofjoppa.com">https://www.houseofjoppa.com</a> or on Instagram @houseofjoppa.

S09 E20: Personal Revival

Today, on the first part of our series on Catholic Creatives, I interview Leanne Bowen a faithful and talented artist out of California! Leanne shares her testimony, as well as how she started her etsy shop. Leanne is a wonderful artists, who paints and sketches amazing and beautiful creations!! This week's giveaway begins TODAY AUGUST 8th, and closes on Tuesday AUGUST 13th at midnight. Details to enter are on instagram, winners will be announced on Wednesday August 14th! 🌹 Check out Leanne's Etsy Shop: <a href= "https://www.etsy.com/shop/LeanneBowenFineArt">https://www.etsy.com/shop/LeanneBowenFineArt</a> 🌹 Follow Leanne on Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/leannesbowen/">https://www.instagram.com/leannesbowen/</a> 🌹 Support me on Patreon: <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies">https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies</a> 🌹 To follow me on Twitter: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=pu24f9rDnlm8B9KEyjmwTNy_rU98MTU2MjQ0NDU2N0AxNTYyMzU4MTY3&v=7S5i-mO_uNQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fmattfradd&event=video_description"> https://twitter.com/cameronfradd</a> 🌹 To follow me on Instagram: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=pu24f9rDnlm8B9KEyjmwTNy_rU98MTU2MjQ0NDU2N0AxNTYyMzU4MTY3&v=7S5i-mO_uNQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fmattfradd%2F&event=video_description"> https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies/</a> 🌹 To follow me on Facebook: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=pu24f9rDnlm8B9KEyjmwTNy_rU98MTU2MjQ0NDU2N0AxNTYyMzU4MTY3&v=7S5i-mO_uNQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmattfradd%2F&event=video_description"> https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLilies/</a>

Ep. 110 Catholic Creatives Part 1 Leanne Bowen

Please support us on Locals or Patreon: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/</a> NEWLY TRANSLATED TO ENGLISH St. John Paul II's "God is Beauty" <a href="https://shop.corproject.com/products/god-is-beauty-a-retreat-on-the-gospel-art"> https://shop.corproject.com/products/god-is-beauty-a-retreat-on-the-gospel-art</a> Code "PINTS" for %20 off for this title! REVEALED! TOB Institute's Live Confrence! <a href="https://www.revealedexperience.com/optin1644505721637">https://www.revealedexperience.com/optin1644505721637</a> Hallow! <a href="https://hallow.com/mattfradd">https://hallow.com/mattfradd</a> "OLD" clip: <a href="https://youtu.be/Yb7ZfWcL4gk">https://youtu.be/Yb7ZfWcL4gk</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

God is Beauty (Christopher West) | Ep. 334

How to Accompany Someone Through A Hard Season In this episode we talk about how to journey with each other through hardships and offer the powerful gift of presence. Walking through suffering with each other is sacred ground, so we need to learn how to become a compassionate presence and honor the vulnerability in others, while also being vulnerable ourselves. We talk about how to discern what we are able to offer to others and how we need to ask the Holy Spirit how to respond instead of falling into codependency or taking on the problems of others. Sister Miriam's one thing - Surrender Prayer God, my Father, I thank you for all that you are, and all that you do for me through your son Jesus Christ. I praise you for my life, for your mercy and for your Eucharist. In Jesus' name, Father, I place myself entirely in your Heart. I surrender to you my whole self, my heart, my mind, my memory, my imagination, my will, my emotions, my passions, my desires, my body, my sexuality, my desire for human approval, my weaknesses, my sins. I surrender every person in my life to you. I surrender every situation in my life to you. I surrender every relationship I am in to you. I surrender every concern I have to you. I surrender every fear I have to you. I surrender every doubt I have to you. I surrender all confusion I have to you. I surrender all sadness I am experiencing in my heart to you. I surrender all my wounds to you. I surrender all anxiety and worry I have to you. I surrender all that deceives me in my heart to you. I trust you to care for me and others in a perfectly loving way. As I have emptied myself, and surrendered everything to you, I ask you now, Father, to fill me with your Holy Spirit and all the gifts and fruits of your Spirit. Holy Spirit you are the source of love, hope, joy, peace, patience, goodness, gentleness, tenderness, faithfulness, humility, and self-control. Purify my desires. Help me to open my heart to you. Help me to become perfectly receptive as a pure child. Help me to believe in your love for me. Help me to hope in your love. Help me to receive from the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus all grace and virtues necessary for me to become the person you created me to be. I ask this in the Name of Jesus Christ, Your son, God Almighty Father. O Most Holy Immaculate Virgin Mary. I entrust this prayer to your Heart, and ask you to press it to your sorrowful and immaculate heart and intercede for me to your Son Jesus. Please help me to be as you are, a loving disciple, an obedient servant, a true child of God. Amen. Michelle's one thing - A new St. Therese shirt design "I Choose All" and story card from <a href= "https://meaningfulmarketshop.com/">Michelle's Meaningful Market store</a>. It comes out on St. Therese's feast day October 1. Enjoy 15% off with code - ABIDE15 Heather's one thing - Hannah Van Noort, Heidi Bouwman, and Lisa Marquis for their work behind the scenes at our men's retreat. Extra Resources <a href= "http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_exhortations/documents/papa-francesco_esortazione-ap_20131124_evangelii-gaudium.html#Personal_accompaniment_in_processes_of_growth"> Evangelli Gaudium Section on Accompaniment</a> #169-173 Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What struck you from the podcast?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What does it look like to make space for each other?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What is the difference between loving someone well and becoming codependent?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Why is the gift of presence so healing and powerful?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Is there someone in your life that needs your heart and presence right now?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">What is a hard place in your own life that you need the presence of someone close to you? How can you ask them for that?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Are there relationships where you are trying to be the savior instead of letting Jesus be Savior.</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder - "I am struck by how sharing our weakness and difficulties is more nourishing to others than sharing our qualities and successes." - Jean Vanier Scripture for Lectio Divina - 2 Corinthians 9-10 "but he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness." So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities for the sake of Christ; for whenever I am weak, then I am strong."

S06 Episode 4: How to Accompany Someone Through A Hard Season

Homily from the Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. What do I have to do to get what I want? So much of our lives can be marked by the desire to control…or the fear of losing control. The rival of control can dominate. And the trust of praise and surrender can liberate.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from October 21, 2018:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Isaiah 53:10-11</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 33:4-5, 18-20, 22</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">Hebrews 4:14-16</dt> Mark 10:35-45 <a href="https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/rivals-the-rival-of-control.pdf">Download the Homily Study</a>

10/21/18 Rivals: The Rival of Control

Resources: <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.apostoliviae.org/resources/43143/fatima-and-the-devotion-of-five-first-saturdays?source=blog"> Fatima and the Devotion of the Five First Saturdays</a> - online</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com">Sophia Institute Press</a> - online</li> </ul>

Fatima and the First Saturday Devotion Part 1 of 2

I chat with Derek Cummins about his decision between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Timestamps below. Hallow! <a href="http://hallow.com/mattfradd">http://hallow.com/mattfradd</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/matt/">https://exodus90.com/matt/</a> Cross The Tiber: <a href="https://crossthetiber.org">https://crossthetiber.org</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy (Derek Cummins) | Ep. 321

Dr. Gerry Crete helps us unravel the confusion within us, why we have such deep internal conflicts and tensions that pull us in different directions and tear at our hearts.  St. Paul tells us in Romans 7:15, “I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate.”  What’s up with that?  Parts.  Parts are up with that, that’s what -- or who.  And in this episode, Dr. Gerry and Bridget Adams shed so much light on our internal experience in our fallen human condition.  Join us to learn about how parts, despite their good intentions and desires to help us, can generate impulses toward addictions and other problematic and even sinful behaviors.  Learn how critical it is for parts to be integrated, to collaborate cooperatively with your inmost self, and most importantly, how parts can join in your loving God and neighbor with your whole heart in Dr. Gerry’s experiential exercise.   For the full video experience with visuals, graphics, and discussion in the comments section, check us out on our YouTube channel here:  <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics">www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics</a>

159 Who Are My Parts and Why Do They Battle Within Me?

Fr. Pine talks about growing beyond Envy. 🟣 Join Us on Locals (before we get banned on YT): <a href="https://mattfradd.locals.com/">https://mattfradd.locals.com/</a> 📖 Fr. Pine's Book: <a href="https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F">https://bit.ly/3lEsP8F</a> ✝️ Show Sponsor: <a href="https://hallow.com/mattfradd">https://hallow.com/mattfradd</a> 🖥️ Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> 🟢 Rumble: <a href="https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas">https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas</a> 👕 Merch: <a href="https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com">https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com</a> 🚫 FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> 🔵 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> We get a small kick back from affiliate links. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

How to Heal and Grow beyond Envy w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

Episode 276 - Jesus, Meekness, and Fighting Satan What if meekness isn't weakness but the strongest way Jesus fights? In this episode, the friars turn to "Blessed are the meek" and uncover how meekness is not passivity or timidity, but the fruit of deep confidence and identity as sons of the Father. They explore how Jesus enters the ultimate battle, not with force or armor, but with humility, vulnerability, and unwavering trust in who He is. This is how He confronts temptation, resists Satan, and claims victory. They reflect on how our own battles are often fought in the same place: our identity. When we're rooted in the Father's love, insecurity loses its power, and we're free to stand firm without grasping, proving, or defending ourselves. Join us as we learn how meekness becomes strength, identity becomes armor, and Christ's victory becomes our own. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at <a href= "https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco">https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco</a>. Thank you! 🛒 You can also grab your Poco a Poco Merchandise at <a href= "https://www.pocomerch.com/">https://www.pocomerch.com/</a> Check out the Eight Promises of God: Discovering Hope Through the Beatitudes book at <a href= "https://ascensionpress.com/products/eight-promises-of-god-discovering-hope-through-the-beatitudes"> https://ascensionpress.com/products/eight-promises-of-god-discovering-hope-through-the-beatitudes</a>

Jesus, Meekness, and Fighting Satan

Opening Credits

Preface

Introduction

The Remedy Against Pride

Considering the Things Below the Earth

Considering the Things on the Earth

Considering Heavenly Things

Exercises for Acting in the Spirit of Jesus Christ

The Spirit of Jesus in the Particular Actions of the Day

The Spirit of Jesus in All Our Acts

Preparation for Holy Communion

Thanksgiving after Communion

Daily Reflections

Biography of St. Francis Borgia Confessor

Closing Credits

Written before joining the Jesuits, these powerful meditations guide you in imitating Christ, growing in humility, and offering every action for the glory of God. With reflections for daily tasks, suffering, and Holy Communion, this spiritual classic leads you to deeper union with Jesus and greater zeal in pursuing sanctity. Practical, profound, and rooted in love, it offers a timeless path to holiness in everyday life.

Meditations on Humility

In this episode, we speak with Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow and hear the story of his amazing ministry Mary's Meals. Magnus shares how a personal conversion at Medjugorje led him to helping refugees in Bosnia, and how meeting a child named Edward in Malawi was the beginning of feeding 2 million children a day. Find out more about Mary's Meals on youtube in the video <a href="https://youtu.be/1s8RF_ukusY">Love Reaches Everywhere</a> and <a href= "https://youtu.be/BW_ukzYlbRs">watch as they celebrate the amazing milestone of feeding 2 million children a day</a>! We invite you to follow Mary's Meals online at <a href="https://www.marysmeals.org">https://www.marysmeals.org</a> and on <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/marysmeals/">Instagram @marysmeals. </a> Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3nlDmmg">Through the Heart of St. Joseph - Fr. Boniface Hicks </a> Michelle's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3py7ais">Sweet Cross - Laura Phelps</a> Heather's one thing - Heather's road trip with her youngest daughter Eva Magnus's one thing - His Acorn Tree Other Books Mentioned - <a href="https://amzn.to/3x3JjJ6">The Shed That Fed a Million Children: The Mary's Meals Story - Magnus MacFarlane- Barrow</a> <a href="https://amzn.to/3qSdmT3">Give: Charity and the Art of Living Generously- Magnus MacFarlane- Barrow</a>

S10 Bonus Episode: An Interview with Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow of Mary's Meals

“Without sacrifice there is no love.” - Saint Maximilian KolbeCome listen in to the beautiful conclusion of Father Maximilian Kolbe’s life! Many know him for his heroic martyrdom, but his life was just as extraordinary! From starting a monastery in Japan, to taking in Jewish refugees during the war and starting a newspaper! His story is defined by not just a death of sacraficial love, but a life filled with it! Parental Guidance Note: Saint Maximilian died a martyr and was killed by lethal injection at the Aushuwitz concentration camp. Although the vast majority of our episode takes place before he was captured, we wanted to stay true to the story of his martyrdom and tried to emphasize his bravery and peace amidst the evil within Auschwitz. Please review at your discretion for little ears that might be listening, and to skip over the concentration camp and his martyrdom you can stop the episode at timecode: 22:48 (through end of the episode) Episode sponsor: <a href='https://www.kolbe.org/'>Kolbe Academy</a> Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today with a <a href='http://hallow.com/saintsalive'>30-day free trial!</a>Please rate, review and share with friends and family!Find out more about Saints Alive at our website: <a href='https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/'>https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/</a>

Saint Maximilian Kolbe Part II

Fearfully and wonderfully made – that is what you are.  And made not just as a single, homogeneous personality – but as a system.  But what is a system?  How can we understand ourselves not just as a monolithic personality, not just as a unity, and not just as a multiplicity, but in terms of our inner relationships with ourselves?  Join Dr. Gerry Crete, Bridget Adams, and Dr. Peter as we explore how each of us has a “kingdom within” – and how understanding that kingdom, understanding our multiplicity of our system allows us to better love God, our neighbor, and ourselves, the three loves in the two great commandments, firmly grounded in a Catholic understanding of the human person.   For the full video experience with visuals, graphics, and for discussion in the comments section, check us out on our YouTube channel here:  <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics">www.youtube.com/@InteriorIntegration4Catholics</a>

163 You Are One and Many: Unity, Multiplicity, and Internal Systems

Saints Alive Podcast

Summary:  Dr. Peter walks you through the four tracks or pathways Catholics commonly follow with their anger at God, tracks proposed by Michele Novotni and Randy Petersen in their 2001 book <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/420935.Angry_with_God">Angry with God</a>, and elaborates on them extensively.  These four tracks are 1) Trust in God Track; 2) the Cover-Up Track; 3) the Wrestle with God Track; and 4) the Long-Distance / Disconnect Track.  We discuss how to better resolve anger issues with God through a wide variety of means with a focus on practical solutions.  Dr. Peter emphasizes the importance of God images, felt safety and protection, a sense of trust, the infused virtue of Faith, courage and fortitude, and the critical role of emotional co-regulation in working through anger at God.

107 How to Work Through your Anger at God

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss a way to listen and understand your spouse more deeply and grow in this marital intimacy! Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "spiritualdirection.com/events">Divine Intimacy in Marriage</a> - retreat</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

Divine Intimacy in Marriage: Deeper into Marital Intimacy, Deeper into the Castle

<a href= "http://www.CameronFradd.com">www.CameronFradd.com</a> --- In today's episode I interview my wonderful friend Rachel Daniels. We chat about living in a different world, so not your average family. Like not off the grid, but pretty close to it. Having land, animals, digging your own sewer & all the crap that comes w/ it & the beauty of what God can do w/ all that manure if you just let him. She shares her crazy adventures and how the Lord has provided.

20: Living off the grid, with Rachel Daniels

<a href="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1125/2740/files/The_Litany_of_Humility.pdf?v=1666386942 ">To download the Litany of Humility prayer that Father mentions in the homily, please click here!</a>

 Homily from the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Nothing is so worthless as working hard on the wrong things. We can all be so busy, but are we productive? Are we doing things right or are we doing the right things? When it comes to growing through the motions, we need to make sure that the right thing we do is present ourselves before God with humility and not self-reliance.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from October 23, 2022:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 34:2-3, 17-19, 23</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18</dt> Luke 18:9-14

10/23/22 Growing Through the Motions: Busy or Productive?

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8/13 - St. Cassian of Imola

Homily from the Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. We will continue walking through this world in which people are better than us. How can we become invincible to comparison?<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from November 10, 2019:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">2 Thessalonians 2:16-3:5</dt> Luke 20:27-38 <a href="https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/comparisin-incomparable.pdf">Download the Homily Study</a>

11/10/19 CompariSIN: Incomparable

This is an unusual episode. Instead of looking to Aquinas we look to the Song of Songs and I share a few thoughts on it and how it relates to the spiritual life. <a href="http://www.pintswithaquias.com">www.pintswithaquias.com</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

41.5: Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of all desire

In this episode, we discuss what happens in our lives during the summer, through the lens of the four mysteries of the rosary: joyful, sorrowful, luminous, and glorious. We chat about how each of our lives are a pilgrimage and how even when we cannot feel or see it, God is continuously working. Today, we invite you to reflect upon your recent faith journey and discover the beautiful ways God has been shaping your soul. Heather's One Thing - My revised prayer space Sister Miriam's One Thing - The book: <a href="https://amzn.to/3rfZ2q5">Wisdom of the Heart</a> by Dr. Peter Kreft Michelle's One Thing - Two songs: <a href="https://spotify.link/XAf2VvLB7Cb">Joy</a> by Ben Rector & The Choir Room and <a href= "https://spotify.link/SJ1g8tUA7Cb">Mannasseh</a> by Anna Golden Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Which Mystery of the Rosary has resonated with you most in this chapter of your life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Which Mystery of the Rosary has been the hardest for you to resonate with in this chapter of your life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What does it mean for your body to be a temple of the Holy Spirit? Where in your body are you experiencing healing?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in your life are you looking for resuscitation from God when He wants to offer you resurrection?</li> </ul> Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When I hear the word "pilgrimage," what areas of my life come to mind?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my life am I experiencing delight?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my life am I experiencing sorrow?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my life am I experiencing God's glory?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my life am I experiencing illumination?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in my body are you experiencing healing? Where in my body am I in need of healing?</li> </ul> Quotes to Ponder: When we enter the desert of doubts, let us stop and pause and understand that we are on a pilgrimage. This moves our soul and our hearts ever closer to God. And that strange mystery, of believing when there is nothing to believe in, is the key to complete trust in God and the dissolution of doubt." (Catherine Doherty) Scripture for Lectio: "By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going." (Hebrews 11:8) Sponsor - Ave Maria Press Erica Tighe Campbell, owner and designer of Be A Heart, has created a stunning, full-color, hardcover guide to help you celebrate the faith throughout the year. Living the Seasons is brimming with clever, doable, and beautiful crafts and activities; vivid photographs; brief introductions to the seasons and the lives of the saints; heartfelt notes of encouragement; and original Be A Heart illustrations. This gorgeous companion will become your favorite resource for living your faith at home for years to come. LIving the Seasons will help you discover that the liturgical calendar, which follows the seasons of a year in the life of the Church, is a tool that can draw you—individually, as a family, or as a community—closer to God in the midst of a fast-paced and ever-changing world. It would make the perfect wedding, baby shower, housewarming, or Christmas gift this season! Use code ABIDE23 at avemariapress.com to get 15% OFF your order. Order now: <a href= "https://www.avemariapress.com/products/living-the-seasons">https://www.avemariapress.com/products/living-the-seasons</a>

S13 E1 - Pilgrims into the Mysteries

“Be sure that you first preach by the way that you live.”Saint Charles Borromeo is remembered for his brilliant mind and tireless work that shaped the Church during the Catholic reformation. His story is one filled with sacrificial love and adventure found only in the lives of the saints!  Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today with a <a href='http://hallow.com/saintsalive'>30-day free trial!</a>Please rate, review and share with friends and family!Find out more about Saints Alive at our website: <a href='https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/'>https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/</a>

Saint Charles Borromeo

Hey all, thanks for listening to this bonus episode. Be sure to check out Kiernan's website to help you with your social media stuff at <a href="http://www.creatushouse.com">www.creatushouse.com</a> Here's that amazing video Matt Walsh recorded on the Internet. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wGMyL02_Fg">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wGMyL02_Fg</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

BONUS | Interview with Matt Walsh

In this episode, we conclude our series on the identity of Bride: Fruitful Love. We discuss the truth that love was designed to be life generating and to bear good fruit that will last. Although this occurs through biological children within family, it also applies to community and beyond the boundaries of biological ties in the discipleship of others. We also talk honestly about how tenderness, vulnerability, and intimacy are intertwined and what is needed to feel safe and open up. Our body has meaning and was made for an other. We all are invited to grow from brokenness to wholeness in our sexuality. This conversation has some mature content so please be sensitive to little ears listening. Sister Miriam's one thing - Our Listeners, Spirit Juice, and Michelle for her vision of the content from this series Heather's one thing - <a href= "https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-bacon-pecans-and-maple-syrup.html"> Best Ever Roasted Brussel Sprouts</a> Michelle's one thing - Our listeners and everyone behind the scenes making this podcast happen Discussion Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What stood out to you from this week's episode?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">In what ways can you see that love is fruitful in your life and the lives of those around you?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">If you're married, do you make space for intimacy in all of it's forms within your marriage? What more can you do to make space for intimacy? If you're not married, what is your ideal view of what intimacy should look like in marriage or the consecrated life?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">"Every woman wants to be attended to and to be a partner on a great adventure". Discuss your desire for this within marriage and/or relationship with Christ. How is this desire being met and in what ways are you still longing for this?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How are you responding to Christ's invitation to intimacy in practical ways?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">All of us are called to make disciples of all nations. Who might the Lord be asking you to disciple in the faith and journey alongside?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Ponder how you can support your married friends and be "for" their marriage. How have you participated in gossip and maybe disunity in your own marriage or of a friend's?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sex is holy and beautiful. Notice what this provokes in your own heart. Ask the Lord to bring healing to the areas in your life that need to be restored by this truth.</li> </ol> Quotes to Ponder: "Love is never something ready made, something merely given to man and woman. It is always at the same time, a task, which they are set. Love should be seen as something which is in a sense never is, but is always becoming. And what it becomes depends upon the contribution of both persons and the depth of their commitment." Saint Pope John Paul II, "Love and Responsibility." Scripture for Lectio Divina: "Then the Lord God said, "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper as his partner." So out of the ground the Lord God formed every animal of the field and every bird of the air, and brought them to the man to see what he would call them; and whatever the man called every living creature, that was its name. The man gave names to all cattle, and to the birds of the air, and to every animal of the field; but for the man there was not found a helper as his partner. So the Lord God caused a deep sleep to fall upon the man, and he slept; then he took one of his ribs and closed up its place with flesh. And the rib that the Lord God had taken from the man he made into a woman and brought her to the man. Then the man said, "This at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; this one shall be called Woman, for out of Man this one was taken." Therefore a man leaves his father and his mother and clings to his wife, and they become one flesh. And the man and his wife were both naked, and were not ashamed. - Genesis 2:18-25 This episode is sponsored by Soul Core. 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S11 E16 Bride Part 4: Fruitful Love

Today, Dan and Melissa answer your questions about sharing spiritual experiences and focusing the mind in prayer. Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: <ul> <li>Why do we share our spiritual experiences on the air? </li> <li>Why did St. Teresa of Avila mask her personal experiences and make it seem as though they were happening to someone else?</li> <li>Why do some well-meaning Christians imply that we think too much during prayer?</li> <li>Should we "empty our minds" in prayer?</li> <li>How do we avoid distractions in prayer?</li> <li>What should be our focus during prayer?</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="http://www.spiritualdirection.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spiritualdirection.com</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtn.com/radio/index.asp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">EWTN Global Catholic Radio</a></li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> - online</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question.</li> </ul>

Best of Divine Intimacy Radio: April 6, 2018 - Q&A on Spiritual Experiences and Emptying the Mind

My wonderful friend Janice offers her wisdom and insight as a well seasoned mom. She encourages us to lean into scripture and use it as the weapon it is. We talk about her daughter graduating <a class="mention-chip ytcp-social-suggestion-input" spellcheck= "false" href= "https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCl1f-ycmvtYCnlymtjwva0w"> @FranciscanU </a> and our time doing missionary work with <a class= "mention-chip ytcp-social-suggestion-input" spellcheck="false" href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCyRg4uv_L2V4jQYMwuEY8jA"> @NETIreland </a>​

Living a Life of service as a Mom

Resources: <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/overcoming-sinful-thoughts"> Overcoming Sinful Thoughts</a> - Fr. Thomas Morrow</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.apostoliviae.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Apostoli Viae</a> - website</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Sophia Institute</a> – website</li> </ul>

Overcoming Sinful Thoughts

It is written (Romans 1:19), "That which is known of God," namely, what can be known of God by natural reason, "is manifest in them." Our natural knowledge begins from sense. Hence our natural knowledge can go as far as it can be led by sensible things. But our mind cannot be led by sense so far as to see the essence of God; because the sensible effects ofGod do not equal the power of God as their cause. Hence from the knowledge of sensible things the whole power of God cannot be known; nor therefore can His essence be seen. But because they are His effects and depend on their cause, we can be led from them so far as to know of God "whether He exists," and to know of Him what must necessarily belong to Him, as the first cause of all things, exceeding all things caused by Him. Hence we know that His relationship with creatures so far as to be the cause of them all; also that creatures differ from Him, inasmuch as He is not in any way part of what is caused by Him; and that creatures are not removed from Him by reason of any defect on His part, but because He superexceeds them all. ST 1. Q12. A12 SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

02: Do we need faith to know that God exists?

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From Wicca to Christ -- Shocking Content Warning! (Vesper Stamper) | Ep. 414

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Compassion & Gentleness... AGAIN!!! | Mthr. Natalia

In this episode, we welcome Jill Simons as our guest to talk about Charisms. A charism is a grace from God we are called to use to build up His Kingdom here on earth. We acknowledge a deep lie that many people believe they don't have anything special to offer our communities or the Church, but the truth is that charisms are given to every person by God. Jill offers practical tools to help discern your charisms, the theology behind charisms, and how charisms work within our vocations. Heather's One Thing - The song <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yW7uFCtxz94">Most Beautiful</a> by Upperroom and the unity that is increasing among denominations Sister Miriam's One Thing - The <a href="http://hallow.com/abidingtogether">St. Joseph Consecration</a> on Hallow beginning May 1st (read by Sr. Miriam) Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3AahRvS">A Home in Bloom: Four Enchanted Seasons with Flowers</a> by Christie Purifoy and <a href= "https://blessedisshe.net/products/blessed-is-she-bible/?ref=MICHELLEBENZINGER"> The Blessed is She Journaling Bible</a> Jill's One Thing - <a href= "https://encounterschool.org/">Encounter School of Ministry</a> Resources Mentioned in this Episode: <a href="https://manypartsministries.com/">Many Parts Ministries</a> <a href="https://pinksaltriot.com/">Pink Salt Riot</a> <a href= "https://instagram.com/manypartsministries">Many Parts</a> on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/pinksaltriot">Pink Salt Riot</a> on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/jill_simons_">Jill Simon's</a> Instagram Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What gifts and charisms has God entrusted to you?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Who in your life lives out their charisms in freedom, boldness and generosity? What have you learned from them?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How do you experience Christ's love and intimacy through your charisms and prayer?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How have you silenced or hidden the gifts you've been given or the call on your heart?</li> </ul> Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How do I relate to my own gifts and charisms? Do I operate out of a performance mindset?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How do my charisms play a role with my vocation and the people around me?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What is the story of the Kingdom of God that the Lord is telling through my life and my charisms?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How is Jesus encountering me through my charisms and gifts?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What have I learned about my identity as the beloved through my charisms?</li> </ul> Quote to Ponder: Christ has no body but yours, No hands, no feet on earth but yours, Yours are the eyes with which He looks Compassion on this world, Yours are the feet with which He walks to do good, Yours are the hands, with which He blesses all the world. Yours are the hands, yours are the feet, Yours are the eyes, you are His body. Christ has no body now but yours, No hands, no feet on earth but yours, Yours are the eyes with which he looks compassion on this world. Christ has no body now on earth but yours. — St. Teresa of Ávila (attributed) Scripture for Lectio: For <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/2316.htm">God's</a> gifts <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/2532.htm">and</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3588.htm">His</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/2821.htm">call</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/278.htm">are irrevocable.</a> - Romans 11:29 Sponsor - Mary's Meals: Mary's Meals sets up community-run school feeding projects in some of the world's poorest communities, where poverty and hunger prevent children from gaining an education. The idea is a simple one that works. Mary's Meals provides one daily meal in a place of learning to attract chronically poor children into the classroom, where they receive an education that can, in the future, be their ladder out of poverty. Today, Mary's Meals is providing more than 2.4 million children with a daily school meal across five continents. But the need is great! The appalling reality is that there are still 73 million children living in extreme poverty in need of school feeding. Please help to reach the next hungry child waiting for Mary's Meals. To get involved or learn more visit <a href= "https://www.marysmeals.ca" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">marysmeals.ca</a> in Canada or <a href= "https://www.marysmealsusa.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">marysmealsusa.org</a> in the USA.

S12 E17 - Charisms with Special Guest Jill Simons

In this episode we reflect on the quote "Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song." Saint John Paul II. We talk about what it means to be an Easter people and how to walk in the power of the resurrection in our own lives. One Thing We Love This Week <ul> <li>Heather's one thing - <a href= "https://abbotsfordtulipfestival.ca/">AbbotsfordTulipfestival.ca</a></li> <li>Michelle's one thing - L<a href= "https://www.letterfolk.com">etterFolk.com</a></li> <li>Michelle's <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/p/BTj1L7eBW1a/?taken-by=transformingbeauty">letter board in action</a></li> </ul>

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Story Telling, Myths, and Fairy Tales (Sean Fitzpatrick) | Ep. 310

“Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God. Do all that you do with love”Her little way paved the path to sainthood over a hundred years ago. Saint Therese didn&apos;t die a martyr or lead thousands into battle but she is one of the most well-known and loved saints of our modern time. She left us with the story of her soul, her little way and is one of the four female Doctors of the church. Her story is one you don&apos;t want to miss!  *In this episode, we mistakenly said that Therese met with Pope Leo VIII, but she actually met with Pope Leo XIIISaints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today with a <a href='http://hallow.com/saintsalive'>30-day free trial!</a>Please rate, review and share with friends and family!Find out more about Saints Alive at our website: <a href='https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/'>https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/</a>

St. Therese of Lisieux

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Here’s why Muslims Are Coming to Christ | Ft. Fr. Jason Charron | Last Call Ep. 4

Happy Feast Day of Thomas Aquinas. ... Two things we're doing to celebrate. 1: 10 book giveaway going on at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd/">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd/</a> 2. Post your best PWA pic on Twitter using #PintsWithAquinas --- I recently got the chance to sit down with a world-famous Christian debater, Dr. William Lane Craig. Dr. Craig is a man to look up to in many ways; his debates with prominent atheists are are all over YouTube. It was a truly pleasure and a privilege to talk with him about proofs for God's Existence, the story of how he met Dawkins, Thomism, the best Christian and atheist philosophers today, and Pascal. Looking for the Matt Fradd Show? Watch the Announcement Video!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOpTh... --- SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Debating Atheists, Priestly Celibacy, and More (William Lane Craig) | Ep. 189

Homily from the Ascension of the Lord. Live the reason. Return from exile is not about a change in location, it is about a change in vocation. It is less about geography and more about mission. The goal is not Resurrection, the goal is Restoration.<dl style="margin : 0; padding-top:0;"><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Mass Readings from May 24, 2020:</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Acts 1:1-11</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;"> Psalms 47:2-3, 6-9</dt><dt style="font-weight:normal;">Ephesians 1:17-23</dt> Matthew 28:16-20 <a href="https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/exiles-restoration.pdf">Download the Homily Study</a>

05/24/20 Exiles: Restoration

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Social Media, Church Politics, and Simulation Theory (Joe Heschmeyer) | Ep. 459

Episode 32: This is the first episode in which I didn't interview anyone. This episode aired shortly after a very scary experience where I was in the icu because of severe medical issues. I share about my experience and also share my heart about being in a season of pause. I chose to re release this episode because I think it is timely and fits the season all of us are in currently. Thank you for being here! If you are interested in supporting Among the Lilies please consider supporting us at <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies">https://www.patreon.com/AmongTheLilies</a> Please join the Among the Lilies community on instagram and facebook! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AmongTheLiliess/">Facebook</a> <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies"> Instagram</a>

Navigating Seasons of Pause

Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson as they reflect on the meditations of Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen on the seven sorrows of Mary.  Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: <ul> <li>How can the Blessed Mother bring us closer to Jesus?</li> <li>What are the seven sorrows of Mary?</li> <li>Why should we meditate on these sorrows?</li> <li>What are the seven promises or graces given to those who meditate on these sorrows?</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a href="http://www.spiritualdirection.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spiritualdirection.com</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtn.com/radio/index.asp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">EWTN Global Catholic Radio</a></li> <li><a href="https://avila-institute.org" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> - online</li> <li><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/SPECIALTY/Mother+s+Favorites/DIVINE+INTIMACY.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Divine Intimacy</a> by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen</li> <li><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/EWTN+Publishing/THE+CONTEMPLATIVE+ROSARY.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Contemplative Rosary</a> by Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li>Text "get" to 38470 to receive a link to the Seven Sorrows of Mary meditation.</li> <li><a href="http://www.usccb.org/bible/1thessalonians/5" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">1 Thessalonians 5:23</a> - USCCB Bible link</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).</li> </ul>

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We often receive the behavior we are willing to tolerate, but what does that mean for our daily interactions?

Communication is the clearest way to let someone know how you are feeling. When meeting with someone who you feel is being rude, we may try to give outward signs of our discomfort, but we can’t guarantee they’ll understand unless we tell them directly. And obviously, this isn’t easy.

There aren’t many people who love confrontation, and even some that do anything they can to avoid it. We’re always so afraid that if we bring up something that we want changed, or share something that’s hurting us, that we’ll destroy that relationship. But more times than not, confronting these things head on and setting these boundaries won’t hurt the relationship but will strengthen it. 

This isn’t just relevant for our relationships with other people either - it’s relevant to our relationship with ourselves. How many times have we made personal goals or aspirations but never changed our behaviors to make them possible? We get the behaviors that we’re willing to tolerate, even within ourselves.

St. Ignatius of Loyala had an exercise where he would imagine two sides, the side of the evil one and the side of the Lord. In this exercise, he would look at his decisions and choices for his life and decide, based on which side they fell on, who he would ultimately join: the evil one, or the Lord. By birth we belong to the evil one, but by baptism we belong to the Lord. Each side is battling for us to come over to their side, and if we are striving to be on the Lord’s side, then we have to recognize boundaries for ourselves that we can’t tolerate.

This battle does not need to be fought alone—in fact, it can’t be. We must rely on the infinite grace of God, which he is longing to give us every second of our day. What are the behaviors we need to remove from our lives for the glory of God?

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Setting Boundaries for Yourself and Others

Episode 286 - Give Me My Inheritance Have you ever wanted God's gifts, but not the relationship that comes with them? Continuing their Lenten journey through the Prodigal Son, the friars reflect on the bold and painful demand: "Father, give me my inheritance." They explore the deeper movement beneath those words, the desire to take control, to live on our own terms, and to separate blessing from belonging. This episode looks honestly at the nature of sin: how we grasp at what was meant to be received, how freedom can be misused, and how chasing independence often leaves us isolated and burdened. What looks flashy and exciting on the surface can quietly bend the heart inward, cutting us off from the very love we were made for. Join us as we ask the Lord to reveal where we've chosen autonomy over intimacy, and to lead us back to the freedom of being sons and daughters in His house. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at <a href= "https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco">https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco</a>. Thank you! Get your own copy of the Prodigal Son prints <a href= "https://spiritjuice.shop/collections/poco-a-poco/products/print-coming-home"> https://spiritjuice.shop/collections/poco-a-poco/products/print-coming-home</a> 🛒 You can also grab your Poco a Poco Merchandise at <a href= "https://www.pocomerch.com/">https://www.pocomerch.com/</a>

Give Me My Inheritance (Lent 2026)

In this week's episode, we conclude our Lenten study on the book "A Time of Renewal" and discuss the theme of "focus". We chat about our natural temptation to focus on our woundedness, why we should take action and invite Jesus into these places, and how our wounds can be transformed into signs of the resurrection power of Christ. We also talk about the crosses we bear and the importance of recognizing the little resurrections in our life. Friends, thank you for journeying with us this Lenten season. We look forward to seeing you again after Easter! Heather's One Thing - Our team behind the scenes: Kate, Camille, and Kristina! We are so grateful for you Sister Miriam's On Thing - Springtime! Michelle's One Thing - These Easter themed charcuterie boards! <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/reel/C38_znAAyVy/?igsh=dnhremNxcWVma2wy"> Option 1 Here</a>. <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4EYDmRPlEj/?igsh=MWtqN2J5cjdnaHFzdw=="> Option 2 Here</a>. Announcement(s): We will be taking a two week break for Easter beginning on 4/1/24! Season 14 will continue on 4/15/24! Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What was hard for me?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What were the graces and mercies I experienced?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How have I grown?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can I make this week holy?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What wounds do I bring to Jesus? What wounds do I simply "stare at"?</li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Where in your life are you seeking glory?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Do I live like the Resurrection is a reality?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When do you lose hope?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Does the story you tell yourself about God align with God's story (the Paschal Mystery)?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What are the places of my heart that I don't believe the narrative (of the Paschal Mystery)?</li> </ul> Quotes to Ponder: "How are wounds made glorious? By our deciding what we will do with them. Our Jesus turned his wounds into beauty, and there is not one of us who would say, "Oh, this should not be in eternity." Our poor hearts thrill to the verity that he is always showing his wounds to the Father on our behalf. They are transformed now in glory. Likewise, there is a transformation that we too can make of our own little everyday wounds which sometimes seem so deep and so big and so insufferable to us. How do we transform them into glory? By looking at Jesus, by remembering his suffering which was turned into glory." (Mother Mary Francis P.C.C. A Time of Renewal. Kindle Edition. Page 207) Scripture for Lectio: "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit." (John 12:24) Sponsor - Pearl and Thistle: Pearl & Thistle equips Catholics to both understand and love God's design for our bodies and menstrual cycles – from puberty to perimenopause, and everything in between! Pearl & Thistle features online courses, like: <a href= "https://pearlandthistle.com/cycle-prep/">Cycle Prep -</a> for parents and daughters to prepare for her first period, together! <a href= "https://pearlandthistle.podia.com/perimenopause-prep-navigating-nfp-with-shifting-fertility"> Perimenopause Prep -</a> for couples who want to navigate NFP amidst cycle changes, together! Plus, books for teens and single women and tons of downloadable body literacy resources! Pearl and Thistle founder Christina Valenzuela weaves together modern cycle science with insights from Scripture, tradition, and JPII's Theology of the Body to give us the positive language to talk about cycles, periods, and fertility – even when it all may just feel like a confusing mess. Learn more about Pearl and Thistle's innovative approach to Catholic body literacy @pearlandthistle or <a href= "https://pearlandthistle.com/">pearlandthistle.com</a>, and be sure to use code TOGETHER to get 10% off <a href= "https://pearlandthistle.podia.com/">at-home courses!</a>

S14 E11 - A Time of Renewal (Holy Week: Focus)

Episode 279 - A New Year's Resolution What if this year's resolution isn't about fixing your life, but about trusting God in the middle of it? As a new year begins, the friars talk honestly about goals, growth, and the tension between good intentions and real life. But the conversation quickly turns deeper. Drawing from the Gospel scene of the storm at sea, they reflect on the haunting question the disciples ask Jesus: "Do you not care that we are perishing?" This episode invites us to start the year not by avoiding the storms we're in, but by naming them and discovering that Jesus is already in the boat with us. His silence isn't indifference. His meekness isn't distance. It's the quiet confidence of a God who cares deeply, stays close, and is already at work. Join us as we begin the year by seeking the one resolution that changes everything: learning to trust that He truly cares. The Poco a Poco podcast happens because of many generous donors, including recurring monthly donations of any amount. Thinking about helping out? You can give at <a href= "https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco">https://spiritjuice.org/supportpoco</a>. Thank you! 🛒 You can also grab your Poco a Poco Merchandise at <a href= "https://www.pocomerch.com/">https://www.pocomerch.com/</a>

A New Year's Resolution

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5/15 - St. Dymphna

Episode 33. –  Being Open and Coping Well          September 14, 2020. Intro: Welcome to the podcast Coronavirus Crisis: Carpe Diem!, where by God’s grace, you and I rise up and embrace the possibilities and opportunities for spiritual and psychological growth in this time of crisis, all grounded in a Catholic worldview.   We are going beyond mere resilience, to rising up to the challenges of this pandemic and becoming even healthier in the natural and the spiritual realms than we were before.  I’m clinical psychologist Peter Malinoski your host and guide, with Souls and Hearts at soulsandhearts.com.  Thank you for being here with me.  This is episode 33, released on September 14, 2020 and it is titled: Being Open and Coping Well Today we’re going to explore openness in the natural realm.  And as a special bonus, we will explore closedness.   Abierto Cerrado.   Review:  Episode 32:  Ways to increase trust, especially given the negative experiences.  0-24 months.  Exercise – popular.  Need more of that.   Episode 31  The One Thing You Must Have to Be Resilient.  The one thing that you need, the one prerequisite.  Absolute childlike trust There is one thing that separates those who are resilient from those who are not.   Childlike Trust (particularly in God’s goodness and his Providence for me in particular) separate those who are resilient from those who are not.  Absolute confidence in God.     Episode 30: discussion of why we mistrust God so much, and it is because we are trying to be way too big.  Trying to make it on our own we don’t feel safe.  Trust is faith in action.   We hate and fear the dependency required to be in a real relationship with God.  Reciprocal relationship between openness and trust.    Why do I bring in Non-Catholic ideas:   What makes me different.  Not closed to new ideas.   Catholic with a small c  -- universal.St. Augustine:  On Christian Doctrine (De Doctrina Christiana)  CHAP. 40.—Whatever has been rightly said by the heathen we must appropriate to our uses. Paragraphs 60 and 61  Branches of heathen learning … contain also liberal instruction which is better adapted to the use of the truth, and some most excellent precepts of morality; and some truths in regard even to the worship of the One God are found among them. Not only natural learning, but we can learn truths regarding the worship of God.  Freud.  How many times have I heard Freud being dismissed out of hand by Catholics because of his views on religion.  I get it.  Freud:  God as an illusion, we’re like infants who need a big, strong father to keep us safe and secure.  A big daddy in the sky.   Religion had its uses to keep the unwashed masses subdued so that civilization could develop.  We needed something to help us restrain violent impulses and keep life on earth from turning into an episode from Jerry Springer.  But now we have reason and science.   Reason and Science.   I travel in a lot of traditional Catholic circles, I attend the Latin Mass, love the beauty of the ancient Mass.  Not a lot of traditional Catholic psychologists.  Consulted nationwide, coming to Indianapolis, lot’s of suspicion.   Lots of rejection of psychology But listen to what Freud is saying – we need a father.  We have an infantile need for a Father. He says it more clearly than a lot of Catholic speakers do – which Catholic media personalities have you heard really driving home the point that we are little, like todders, like infants in our need.  Freud found part of the Truth.   Pope Francis.  Not to bash the pope.  Not about that in Souls and Hearts or this podcast or the RCCD community.  September 8, 2017 New Yorker    The Pope’s Shrink and Catholicism’s Uneasy Relationship with FreudPope Francis Sought Psychoanalysis at 42,” the Times headline read. Other outlets treated the news more salaciously—“Pope Reveals,” “Pope Admits.” Some noted that the psychoanalyst in question was Jewish, or that she was a woman. Below the headlines, though, the stories were the same: a French sociologist named Dominique Wolton had published <a href="http://editions-observatoire.com/shop/politique-societe-pape-francois-dominique-wolton/">a book of interviews with the Pope</a>, and, buried on page 385, amid discussions of the migrant crisis and the clash with Islam, America’s wars and Europe’s malaise, was the four-decade-old scoop that had made editors sit up. “I consulted a Jewish psychoanalyst,” Francis told Wolton. “For six months, I went to her home once a week to clarify certain things. She was very good. She was very professional as a doctor and a psychoanalyst, but she always knew her place.”Almost immediately, the news drew venom from the Pope’s detractors. A writer for the Web site Novus Ordo Watch, a mouthpiece of the ultra-conservative Catholic fringe—its slogan is “Unmasking the Modernist Vatican II Church”—insisted that Francis’s treatment by a “female Jewish Freudian” was “a really big smoking gun,” incontrovertible evidence that his “mind is saturated with Jewish ideas.”Jorge Mario Bergoglio appears to have undergone such an experience before he became Pope. When he started psychoanalysis, he was in the last year of his tenure as provincial superior of the Jesuits in Argentina, 1979. The military junta’s <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2012/03/19/children-of-the-dirty-war">Dirty War</a> was raging, and it had <a href="https://www.newyorker.com/news/daily-comment/pope-francis-and-the-dirty-war">put Bergoglio to the test</a>. “I made hundreds of errors,” Francis told an interviewer, in 2013. “Errors and sins.” He described the period as “a time of great interior crisis.” Lucky him that he found a therapist who, mostly with the acutely focussed and patently empathetic listening that characterizes a good analyst, could enable his return to wholeness. “She helped me a lot,” he told Wolton.Biology we learned about the double helix structure of DNA.  Beautiful. that James Watson and Francis Crick discovered the double-helix structure of DNA in 1953.  1962.  Nobel Prize James Watson:  Very anti-Catholic.  Anti a lot of things.  Racism, anti-semitism.  .   He also said that while he wished the races were equal, “people who have to deal with black employees find this not true.” Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Infanticide   “If a child were not declared alive until 3 days after birth, then all parents could be allowed the choice only a few have under the present system. The doctor could allow the child to die if the parents so choose and save a lot of misery and suffering. I believe this view is the only rational, compassionate attitude to have.” Raised Catholic, he later described himself as "an escapee from the Catholic religion."

33 Being Open and Coping Well -- September 14, 2020

This lecture was given on November 30th, 2023, at Vanderbilt University. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at&nbsp;<a href="https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fthomisticinstitute.org%2Fupcoming-events&amp;token=cfd751-1-1738798227825" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(51, 136, 221);">thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events</a> About the speaker: Francis J. Beckwith is Professor of Philosophy &amp; Church-State Studies at Baylor University, where he also serves as Associate Director of the Graduate Program in Philosophy. Among his over one dozen books are Defending Life: A Moral and Legal Case Against Abortion Choice (Cambridge University Press, 2007), Politics For Christians: Statecraft As Soulcraft (IVP, 2010), and Taking Rites Seriously: Law, Politics, and the Reasonableness of Faith (Cambridge University Press, 2015), winner of the American Academy of Religion's prestigious 2016 Book Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion in Constructive-Reflective Studies. He is a graduate of the Washington University School of Law, St. Louis (MJS) as well as Fordham University (PhD, MA, philosophy).

Moral Relativism and the Natural Law | Prof. Francis Beckwith

In this episode we discuss "Life of the Beloved" chapter 2, "Becoming the Beloved" We chat about how we can allow the knowledge of being the Beloved to become infused in our daily life, moment by moment. We also talk about living the abundant life and allowing our hearts to desire heaven. One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdqenA8k_GU">Defender</a> by Rita Springer</li> <li>Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nq9ka7knHIk">Your Love Defends Me</a> by Matt Maher </li> <li>Sr. Miriam's One Thing - The Winter Olympics Cross Country Skiing</li> <li> Sr. Miriam's Other One Thing - <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/user/12184473750/playlist/03uykiNTYYbQD0dESf7aNn?si=CABRZUS-TFiYj15tqAMhxA"> Heather's Lenten Worship Playlist</a> Discussion Questions: </li> </ul> <ol> <li>What does it looks like in my life to become the Beloved in all that I think say and do?</li> <li>Are there areas in my life where I am listless and bored even though I am busy? What's happening in those areas?</li> <li>What is the process God has me in to become the beloved? What steps is He taking to open up my heart to Him?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li>How do you use being "busy" as an excuse for growing in your relationship with God and being present to your own life.</li> <li>When your heart is restless, where or what do you turn to in the world in attempt to satisfy it?</li> <li>How can you practically make space to listen to the voice of God speaking the truth of your Belovedness? Quote to Ponder:</li> </ol> "Becoming the Beloved means letting the truth of our Belovedness become enfleshed in everything we think, say, or do." - Henri Nouwen

S03 Episode 07: Life of the Beloved - Becoming the Beloved (Part 3)

Come listen to the epic conclusion of the life of Saint Brigid! Hear how she founded the monastery of Kildare, extended her cloak for miles to obtain land and helped bring her Father’s soul back to Christ in his final hours. This is an ending you don’t want to miss! Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today with a <a href='http://hallow.com/saintsalive'>30-day free trial!</a>Please rate, review and share with friends and family!Find out more about Saints Alive at our website: <a href='https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/'>https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/</a>

Saint Brigid of Ireland Part II

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The Divine Intimacy Secret

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I Am Not Yet Ascended to My Father | Bible Study w/ Aquinas

This is our final episode of season 5! We revisit some of our favorite episodes and talk about the beautiful moments we have experienced with our community of listeners and Facebook discussion group. We also talk more about what restored femininity and masculinity looks like and our desire to see women fully live out their calling in the Church. One Thing We Love this Week <ul> <li>Sister Miriam's one thing - Our awesome listeners!</li> <li>Michelle's one thing - All of the young adult missionaries!</li> <li>Heather's one thing - The <a href= "https://blessedisshe.net/retreat/" rel="nofollow">"Shine" retreat with Blessed is She</a></li> </ul> Discussion Questions <ol> <li>What stuck out to you from Season 5? How has that impacted your spiritual walk with God?</li> <li>What are you most grateful for this year?</li> <li>What do you think is necessary to have good and hard conversations where differences of opinion are present?</li> </ol> Journal Questions <ol> <li>How has your word of the year born fruit so far this year?</li> <li>Write out the graces you have received during this first half of the year. How have you seen God move? Where do you still need God to act in your life?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder "I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is the happiness doubled by wonder" - G.K. Chesterton Scripture for Lectio Divina - 2 Corinthians 4:15 "Yes, everything is for your sake, so that grace, as it extends to more and more people, may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God."

S05 Episode 25: Season 5 Wrap Up

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88: What do you think about the parable of the Prodigal Son?

In this week's episode, we begin our 4 part Advent study of Heather's new book Encountering Emmanuel and focus on the "Introduction" and "Week One". We discuss the inspiration behind the book, the fruit that comes from journaling, and the call to recognize the voice of the Good Shepherd. We also reflect on allowing Jesus to be born in our hearts, encounter our wounds, and bring light to our personal darkness. Heather's One Thing - Josiah Henley's artwork for Encountering Emmanuel and the wallpapers made by our friends at <a href= "https://companion.tilmaplatform.com/journeys/advent-journey-encountering-emmanuel"> Tilma</a> Sister Miriam's One Thing - Heather's updated <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1W0h7f2GT8k410DIfqmuFR?si=9bbccc3b8db2440e"> advent worship playlist </a> Michelle's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/podcastarchive/s14e15-life-in-the-power-of-the-holy-spirit-with-dr-mary-healy"> Life in the Power of the Holy Spirit with Dr. Mary Healy</a> (S14 E15) and the Auburn win against Texas A&M Other Resources Mentioned: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://aveadvent.com/">Encountering Emmanuel Weekly Videos</a> (sign up at the bottom of the page)</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.avemariapress.com/products/encountering-emmanuel-leaders-guide"> Encountering Emmanuel Leaders Guide</a> (free resource)</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/subscribe">Subscribe</a> to our weekly newsletter </li> </ul> Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">In what ways am I transparent, but not vulnerable?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Am I allowing Jesus to come into my heart and actually transform me?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What is holding me back from letting "it be done according to [His] Word?"</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What parts of yourself have yet to encounter the Real Jesus?</li> </ul> Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Do you believe the Lord has something new to offer you this Advent?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How are you experiencing resistance in your heart this Advent?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">When it comes to your faith, are you completing tasks or are you encountering Jesus Christ?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can you "wake up" from sleepwalking through life?</li> </ul> Quotes to Ponder: "Awake, my soul, awake! Show thy spirit, arouse thy senses, shake off the sluggishness of that deadly heaviness that is upon thee, begin to take care for thy salvation. Let the idleness of vain imagination be put to flight, let go of sloth, hold fast to diligence" (St. Anselm of Canterbury) Scripture for Lectio: "I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness." (John 12:46) Sponsor - Into the Deep: A <a href= "https://intothedeep.co/products/lectio-divina-journal-women">Lamp & a Light</a> is a Scripture prayer journal for women that walks you through the movements of lectio divina with prompting questions. The journal provides 40 pre-selected Bible passages for you that are ideal for imaginative prayer. Then, you'll have 40 blank pages where you can choose your own passages. If you have wanted to pray with Sacred Scripture but aren't sure how or if you feel like you need a guide, this Scripture journal can help you go deeper in your personal relationship with the Lord. If you are in need of hope, perseverance, direction, joy, or faith through God's unfailing Word, A <a href= "https://intothedeep.co/products/lectio-divina-journal-women">Lamp & a Light</a> is for you. You can get one for yourself, your mom, sister, and friends for 10% off at intothedeep.co with code ABIDE10. Timestamps: 00:00 - Into the Deep 01:34 - Intro 02:26 - Welcome 05:32 - The Heart of Encountering Emmanuel 06:51 - Vulnerability and Openness 09:13 - Disposition of Our Hearts 11:30 - Quote to Ponder 12:21 - Coming Awake 13:40 - Personal Encounter 17:46 - The Fruit of Journaling 20:53 - Exploring Areas of Darkness 22:00 - He Comes with Power 26:17 - A Journey of Healing 29:48 - The Voice of the Shepherd 32:04 - One Things

S15 E11 - Encountering Emmanuel: Intro and Week One

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they interview their special guest Susan Tassone on her new book "Day by Day with Saint Faustina" Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.spiritualdirection.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Spiritualdirection.com -</a>  website</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/day-by-day-with-st-faustina"> Day by Day with Saint Faustina by Susan Tassone</a></li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtn.com/radio/index.asp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Global Catholic Radio</a></li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.apostoliviae.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Apostoli Viae</a> - website</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Sophia Institute</a> – website</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Centering-Prayer-Catholic-Connie-Rossini-ebook/dp/B07K1Q2B5S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550686904&sr=8-1&keywords=is+centering+prayer+catholic"> Is Centering Prayer Catholic?</a> - Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Contemporary+Issues/INTO+THE+DEEP.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Into the Deep</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Prayers-Fr-Chad-Ripperger/dp/154105671X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544109361&sr=8-1&keywords=deliverance+prayers+for+use+by+the+laity+-+fr.+chad+ripperger" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity</a>  - <a class="a-link-normal" href= "https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&search-alias=books&field-author=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&sort=relevancerank" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fr. Chad A Ripperger PhD</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Prayer/THE+DISCERNMENT+OF+SPIRITS.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Discernment of Spirits</a> - Fr. Timothy Gallager</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).</li> </ul>

Resources Edition - Susan Tassone "Day by Day with Saint Faustina"

What brought a loving Protestant couple's marriage to ruins and how did the Catholic Church heal this divide? Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson in part two of their interview with Dr. David Anders about his book, The Catholic Church Saved My Marriage. Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: <ul class="ul1"> <li>What converted David from a staunch Protestant background to find the beauty and truth of the Catholic Church?</li> <li>What role did St. Therese of Lisieux play in convincing Dr. Anders to become Catholic?</li> <li>Why did Dr. Anders initially reject God's grace?</li> <li>How did the sacrament of confession change Dr. Anders' outlook on the Protestant view of salvation?</li> <li>What is wrong if a practicing, faithful Catholic couple is having a tough time with their marriage?</li> </ul> Resources: <ul> <li><a title="This external link will open in a new window" href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Spiritualdirection.com</a> - website</li> <li><a title="This external link will open in a new window" href= "http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a title="This external link will open in a new window" href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Sophia Institute Press</a></li> <li><a title="This external link will open in a new window" href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/catholic-church-saved-my-marriage" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Catholic Church Saved My Marriage</a> by Dr. David Anders</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" rel= "noopener">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).</li> </ul> What is the Divine Intimacy Radio Show? The Divine Intimacy Radio Show is a haven of rest and wellspring of spiritual life for those people seeking an increased intimacy with God and the enlightened path of Catholic mystical and ascetical wisdom Twice a week, host Dan Burke and his co-host, Melissa Elson, explore topics related to the interior life and to authentic Catholic teaching. And, it's amazing what they do! On Tuesdays, they interview various authors about their spiritual books and about the authors’ own insights on those books. On Fridays, they get specific on subjects which primarily include prayer, spiritual direction, meditation, contemplation, and holiness.

Resources Edition - Dr. David Anders, The Catholic Church Saved My Marriage, Part 2

Matt interviews Stephen Johnson about his growing up Mormon, becoming an atheist, and eventually making his way the Catholic Church --- St. Michael's Lent w/ Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/matt-home/">https://exodus90.com/matt-home/</a> --- Banned Cartoon: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BqLZ8UoZk">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3BqLZ8UoZk</a> Rough Stone Rolling: <a href="https://deseretbook.com/p/joseph-smith-rough-stone-rolling-richard-l-bushman-5351?variant_id=104298-paperback"> https://deseretbook.com/p/joseph-smith-rough-stone-rolling-richard-l-bushman-5351?variant_id=104298-paperback</a> Craig v Hitchens: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tYm41hb48o">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tYm41hb48o</a> Craig v Harris: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqaHXKLRKzg">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqaHXKLRKzg</a> Great Apostasy: <a href="https://mi.byu.edu/book/ancient-christians/">https://mi.byu.edu/book/ancient-christians/</a> Studies of the Mormon: B.H Roberts: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Studies-Book-Mormon-B-Roberts/dp/1560850272"> https://www.amazon.com/Studies-Book-Mormon-B-Roberts/dp/1560850272</a> South Park Mormons: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idya6ixdo0I">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idya6ixdo0I</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

From Mormon to Catholic (Stephen Johnson) | Ep. 417

Fr. Mike reads Genesis 5-6 and Psalm 136, and explains the significance of Noah&#39;s genealogy, why God chose to send a flood, and how we can imitate Noah&#39;s choice to follow God when no one else did. 

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Day 3: Noah's Ark (2024)

Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-seven-deadly-sins/">The Seven Deadly Sins</a> - Dr. Kevin Vost</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/rooting-out-hidden-faults/">Rooting Out Hidden Faults</a> - James McElhone</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

Becoming Awake to the Presence of God

"A tree can be only as strong as the forest that surrounds it." - Peter Wohlleben Welcome to Season 2 In this episode we talk about beginning a new season, the daily encounter with God, the gift of presence in the moment to moment and the hidden life of trees (as well as nuns with chainsaws!) Please check out our new website and discussion questions for each episode of the podcast! One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Michelle's One thing - <a href="http://amzn.to/2whO9Xi">South Toward Home, Margaret Eby</a></li> <li>Sr. Miriam's One thing - <a href= "http://amzn.to/2x1IxzK">The Power of Silence- Cardinal Robert Sarah</a></li> <li>Heather's one thing - <a href="Http://canva.com">Canva</a></li> </ul> Group Question: 1. How do you need the people around you to speak into your life to help you grow? 2. What are some of the practical ways you can cultivate community in this season of life? 3. Who is God calling you to offer the "gift of presence" to? Journal Question: 1. What invitation is the Holy Spirit extending to you in the season? Quote To Ponder: "A tree can be on as strong as the forest that surrounds it." Peter Wohllenden

S02 Episode 01: A New Season of Belonging

Resources: <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-devil-in-the-castle"> Devil in the Castle</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com">Sophia Institute Press</a> - online</li> </ul>

Devil in the Castle: Chapter Three

Resources: <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/visions-and-revelations"> Visions and Revelations</a> - Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com">Sophia Institute Press</a> - online</li> </ul>

Demonic Influence in Visions and Revelations Part 4 of 6

Feeling intimidated by the Bible? You’re not alone — but that shouldn’t keep you from opening it.

Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why that feeling is normal and even good. He shares how to approach Scripture with humility and curiosity, and offers tools like The Bible in a Year podcast and the Great Adventure Bible Timeline to help you get started. Don’t wait until you feel ready, begin today!

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Where Do I Start with the Bible?

Resources: <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/contemplating-the-seven-sorrows-of-mary/"> Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary</a> - Dr. Joseph Hollcraft</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://sophiainstitute.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/">Finding Peace in the Storm</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://stpaulmemphis.com/product/into-the-deep/">Into the Deep</a> – Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-contemplative-rosary"> The Contemplative Rosary</a> - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://onelink.to/92tyk4">The Contemplative Rosary App</a> (phones and tablets only)</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://spiritualdirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li class="MsoNormal"><a href= "http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> </ul>

Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary

In this episode, we chat about helping children cultivate a deep relationship with God. In today's culture, with entertainment and distractions at our fingertips, this can seem like a difficult task. We discuss the importance of being a good witness to our children and living out daily what you want them to learn. We also share examples of what we have done well, what we need to improve upon, and the amazing power of intercessory prayer. Heather's One Thing - <a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1994/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_02021994_families.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Letter to Families</a> from JPII Sister Miriam's One Thing - Jason and Crystalina Evert's new book <a href= "https://chastity.com/products/male-female-other/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Male, Female, Other?</a> Sister Miriam's Other One Thing - The Pints with Aquinas episode: <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pints-with-aquinas/id1097862282?i=1000605793103" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Responding to Transgenderism With Truth and Mercy w/ Jason Evert</a> Michelle's One Thing - The women's bracket of March Madness Discussion Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How is God inviting you to have a deeper role in the formation of children?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How can we help our kids grow in their relationship with God in the culture?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Do you have a rule of life? If not, what would you like to include in your rule of life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What is the current culture of your family or household? How would you like it to grow?</li> </ul> Journal Questions: <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How was I formed in the Faith as a child?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Who are my spiritual children?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">What does the Lord want for my family's rule of life?</li> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">How is God inviting me to change the culture of my home?</li> </ul> Quotes to Ponder: "As the family goes, so goes the nation, and so goes the whole world in which we live." - St. Pope John Paul II, November 30, 1986 <a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/homilies/1986/documents/hf_jp-ii_hom_19861130_perth-australia.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Homily in Perth</a> "…the family is the centre and the heart of the civilization of love." - St. Pope John Paul II, <a href= "https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/letters/1994/documents/hf_jp-ii_let_02021994_families.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Letter to Families</a> Scripture for Lectio: "As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord." -Joshua. 24:15 Sponsor - The Augustine Institute: The Augustine Institute exists to help Catholics understand, live, and share their faith. Through initiatives like Amen, FORMED, the Graduate School of Theology, Word of Life, and others, the Augustine Institute forms Catholics for the New Evangelization to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ. The always-free prayer app, Amen, leads Catholics to deeper prayer with guided meditations, sleep stories, and more. The Graduate School of Theology equips thousands of students—including Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Leah Darrow, and other alumni—to know and live their faith. Millions of Catholics worldwide benefit from FORMED, the premier streaming service for Catholic movies, children's programming, audio dramas, and books. Word of Life makes catechesis fresh and exciting, so kids can grow up with a faith they'll keep for life. God calls you to understand, live, and share your faith. See how the <a href= "http://bit.ly/40EUkyu" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Augustine Institute</a> can support you in the New Evangelization

S12 E15 -  How to Root Your Kids in the Soil of Faith

Spiritual Warfare and Discernment of Spirits Pt. 2 - Join Dan and Stephanie as they discuss Dan's new book and its importance to our spiritual lives. Resources: <ul> <li><a href= "http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits</a> - Dan Burke (Brand-new and available for advance purchase!)</li> <li><a href="http://SpiritualDirection.com/shop">A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness</a> - Susan Brinkmann OCDS</li> <li><a href="https://www.spiritualdirection.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Spiritualdirection.com -</a>  website</li> <li><a href= "https://avila-institute.org/events/">Avila-Institute.org/events</a> - website</li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtn.com/radio/index.asp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Global Catholic Radio</a></li> <li><a href="http://avila-institute.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">EWTN Religious Catalogue</a> – online</li> <li><a href="https://www.apostoliviae.org/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Apostoli Viae</a> - website</li> <li><a href="https://www.sophiainstitute.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Sophia Institute</a> – website</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Centering-Prayer-Catholic-Connie-Rossini-ebook/dp/B07K1Q2B5S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550686904&sr=8-1&keywords=is+centering+prayer+catholic"> Is Centering Prayer Catholic?</a> - Connie Rossini</li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Contemporary+Issues/INTO+THE+DEEP.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Into the Deep</a> - Dan Burke</li> <li><a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Prayers-Fr-Chad-Ripperger/dp/154105671X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544109361&sr=8-1&keywords=deliverance+prayers+for+use+by+the+laity+-+fr.+chad+ripperger" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity</a>  - <a class="a-link-normal" href= "https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1?ie=UTF8&text=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&search-alias=books&field-author=Fr.+Chad+A+Ripperger+PhD&sort=relevancerank" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fr. Chad A Ripperger PhD</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/Home+Page/BOOKS/Prayer/THE+DISCERNMENT+OF+SPIRITS.axd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Discernment of Spirits</a> - Fr. Timothy Gallager</li> <li>Questions? Send an e-mail to <a href= "mailto:Questions@myavila.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Questions@myavila.com</a> or call 818-646-7729. Please leave your name, location, and question(s).</li> </ul>

Spiritual Warfare and Discernment of Spirits Pt. 2 - Divine Intimacy Radio

Professor Richard F. Hassing discusses the history and philosophy of light, contrasting Aristotle's and Descartes' views on light and perception, and exploring the development of light theories from Huygens to Einstein, including the rise and fall of the ether concept. This episode includes a special hand-out which can be <a href="https://thomisticinstitute.org/s/Hassing-Handout.pdf" target="_blank">found here</a>. The lecture was given on July 18th, 2024, at The Dominican House of Studies. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at <a href="https://thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank">thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events</a> About the Speaker: Prof. Dick Hassing is a Research Associate Professor in the School of Philosophy at the Catholic University of America. His work has focused on the History of physics and philosophy of nature, Early modern philosophy, and Political philosophy.&nbsp; He is the author of Cartesian Psychophysics and the Whole Nature of Man: On Descartes's Passions of the Soul and Modern Turns in Mathematics and Physics. Richard F. Hassing is a Research Associate Professor at the School of Philosophy at the Catholic University of America.

On the History and Philosophy of Light | Prof. Richard F. Hassing

Chris Benzinger and Jake Khym are back as our guests as we talk about the art of loving well. We journey into the topics of recognizing one another's stories, championing dreams, how to bring the questions of our identity to God and fighting for (not against!) the ones we love. One Thing We Love This Week: <ul> <li>Chris's One thing - The word "fierce"</li> <li>Michelle's One thing - <a href= "http://amzn.to/2yLDOjR">33 Days to Merciful Love, Michael E.Gaitley, MIC</a></li> <li>Sr. Miriam's One thing - Fall candles</li> <li>Heather's One thing - <a href= "http://amzn.to/2yeBeG5">The Storybook Bible</a></li> <li>Jake's One thing - <a href="http://amzn.to/2yeusAc">"When the Soul Listens: Finding Rest and Direction in Contemplative Prayer" by Jan Johnson</a></li> </ul> Group Questions <ol> <li>Have you changed how you love or think of someone after hearing their story?</li> <li>What would it look like to love someone close to you without expecting them to fill all your needs?</li> <li>How can you champion the dreams of someone dear to you?</li> </ol> Journaling Questions <ol> <li>What are the things that hold me back the most from loving well? </li> <li>Do I believe that God desires to restore & heal me?</li> <li>How have I expected people to love me in a way that only God can?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder "Love the Lord your God, and love one another. love one another as He loves. Love with strength and purpose and passion and no matter what comes against you. Don't weaken. stand against the darkness, and love. That's the way back into eden. That's the way" - Francine Rivers

S02 Episode 04: The Art of Loving (with Chris Benzinger and Jake Khym)

See show notes here: <a href="http://pintswithaquinas.com/podcast/what-would-thomas-aquinas-say-about-hugh-hefner/">http://pintswithaquinas.com/podcast/what-would-thomas-aquinas-say-about-hugh-hefner/</a> SPONSORS EL Investments: <a href="https://www.elinvestments.net/pints">https://www.elinvestments.net/pints</a> Exodus 90: <a href="https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/">https://exodus90.com/mattfradd/</a> Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd">https://www.patreon.com/mattfradd</a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer coproducer of the show. LINKS Website: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/</a> Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> MY BOOKS Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9">https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

73.5 What would Thomas Aquinas say about Hugh Hefner

In this episode we discuss the importance of encountering God through play and leisure. We talk about how we remember what we played as children and when we stopped playing for a more serious, busy or productive adulthood. We chat about God's desire to restore our playful hearts so that we may come as children with trust, dependence and surrender. Michelle's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/3u43uE1">My Heart - Corinna Luyken</a> Sister Miriam's one thing - <a href= "https://amzn.to/2RvfY9H">The Kid with Bruce Willis</a> Heather's one thing - <a href= "https://open.spotify.com/track/6TFjKtYZGIJyL6vbS33GEB?si=34PXok3XRhKB3C_4G3vcWw"> Joyful - Dante Bowe</a> Other Links mentioned in this episode: <a href= "https://www.abidingtogetherpodcast.com/podcastarchive/s08-e11-holey-wholly-holy-living-an-integrated-life"> S08 E11: Holey, Wholly, Holy: Living an Integrated Life</a> <a href= "https://greenhousecollective.org/reflect/2021/1/13/bz2sahnvlgt2fpbpk3otn192vf8bb0"> Michelle's Fallow Blog Post</a> Discussion questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What struck you from this week's episode?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How do you understand 'play' - as a waste of time, unnecessary,frivolous or as a sign of trust, surrender and dependence?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What are small acts of play, rest and leisure that you enjoy? What are some new ways to incorporate play and leisure that God delights in into your life?</li> </ol> Journal Questions: <ol> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">What is the history of play in your life? Reflect on what, when, and how you played as a child. When did you stop playing and why? How might God want to reclaim and redeem play in your life as an adult?</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">How might you need to replace efficiency, business and work of being an adult with the joy and delight of being child-like? How does the Father delight in you as you play?</li> </ol> Quote to Ponder: The true object of all human life is play. Earth is a task garden; heaven is a playground." - G.K. Chesterton Scripture for Lectio Divina: <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/281.htm">"Truly</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3004.htm">I tell</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/4771.htm">you,"</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/2036.htm">He said,</a> "unless <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/4762.htm">you change</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/2532.htm">and</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/1096.htm">become</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/5613.htm">like</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3813.htm">little children,</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/1525.htm">you will never enter</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3588.htm">the</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/932.htm">kingdom</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3588.htm">of</a> <a href= "https://biblehub.com/greek/3772.htm">heaven.</a> - Matthew 18:3 This episode is sponsored by Reform Wellness. This week's episode is sponsored by Reform, a Christ-centered functional medicine and holistic wellness practice. Reform redefines health as the state of your body and soul. Reform's mission is to empower the whole person to find well-being in Christ and become the best versions of themselves physically, mentally and spiritually. Through their unique faith-based approach, Reform takes your symptoms as cues to address root causes of disease. Reform works with private clients, corporate teams, religious communities, and educational institutions from around the world, both in person and online. Whether you're dealing with chronic health issues or having trouble sleeping and managing stress, Reform can help you feel and live better. They offer valuable information, educational resources, and lifelong tools to improve your well-being. We highly recommend their six-week online class: Reform Online LIVE, which dives into their nine wellness pillars to teach integrated health for the mind, body, and soul. In the past year, our Abiding Together hosts have taken the class and are still benefiting from the fruits. Reform is for everyone because everyone is made for wholeness and holiness. If you want to rid yourself of physical and spiritual toxins, optimize nutrition and sleep, move your body in a way that supports you, learn to play and rest, and align your identity and health with God, it's time to reform. You can find more information about Reform on their website, reformwellness.co and on IG @reform_wellness Reform is offering a discount for all of our listeners on their upcoming May Workshop: Mary and Motherhood. Use code "Abide15" for your exclusive discount by April 30th.

S09 E16: The Power of Play and Leisure

Welcome to The Saint of the Day Podcast, a service of Good Catholic and The Catholic Company.Today&apos;s featured saint is St. Damien of Molokai.If you like what you heard, share this podcast with someone you know, and make sure to subscribe!🔔Subscribe to Our Channel: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVNrdEJMWl9MMHluX2FYOVExYktxa0xGdGp1d3xBQ3Jtc0tsSmFkN2pqNWFkQkI3NVFFeGZYTno0cmp6b1hJVVI3cW5IbmZ4aWN1Y0FLRUJsWUItZGRJSTRPUW13YWtnQVJLbzBUS041TzlveF9Ec3lwSDd4RWgwaFg3VTJQc2Eyc3lXTkF1WWoyM0MyenV2MTdzbw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3sX4exh&amp;v=uXS4iQbY-gY'>https://bit.ly/3sX4exh</a>✅ Visit Good Catholic for more great content: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0RyRnFzSEt0VWptYWlSNTJDR0ZPRDNqZnJiQXxBQ3Jtc0trSG1IR2dtaEduSHB2RGVtQVQ4VFJvNnpPY3NVZ19fcURMa21SdzRHSWlnMWljb3pBNmdSNkV0UDNGblJ3ZmY3WFBoNHh5Z2drSkg1V2puaHhJTkVKcjc5WEN6cHhOTllHOTdCdmlMV2dfcWxwdkxJZw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3rMqLKI&amp;v=uXS4iQbY-gY'>https://bit.ly/3rMqLKI</a>

5/10 - St. Damien of Molokai

Prof. Giuseppe Pezzini explores the biographical and spiritual connections between Newman and Tolkien, revealing how their shared organic vision of historical development and renewal challenges modern tensions between nostalgia, progress, and Christian identity. This lecture was given on March 27th, 2025, at University of Edinburgh. Will you hand on the Faith to those who need it the most? Give by October 31st to film the next season of Aquinas 101!&nbsp;<a href="https://aquinas101.thomisticinstitute.org/oct25podcast" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://aquinas101.thomisticinstitute.org/oct25podcast</a> For more information on upcoming events, visit us at <a href="https://thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events" target="_blank">thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events</a>. About the Speakers: Giuseppe Pezzini is Associate Professor in Latin at Corpus Christi College, Oxford, which he joined in 2021, after five beautiful years of teaching in St Andrews (2016–2021), and research fellowships at Magdalen College Oxford (2013–2015) and the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton (2016). He worked as an assistant editor for the Oxford Dictionary of Medieval Latin, and has published especially on Latin language and literature, philosophy of language, and the theory of fiction, ancient and modern. He is the Tolkien Editor for the Journal of Inklings Studies, one the founders of the Oxford Tolkien Network, and the author of many publications on Tolkien, including a forthcoming monograph on Tolkien’s literary theory (Cambridge University Press). He is also a member of the Young Academy of Europe, an Associate Member at the Institute of Theology, Imagination and the Arts at the University of St Andrews, and has published and curated exhibitions on John Henry Newman (2011, 2014) and Oscar Wilde (2015). Keywords: Birmingham Oratory, Decline And Renewal, Historical Change, J.R.R. Tolkien, John Henry Newman, Organic Vision Of History, Sacred Memory, Seed And Tree Symbolism, Spiritual Influence, Vatican II

Newman and Tolkien: The Humility of (Hi)story – Prof. Giuseppe Pezzini

In this episode, Dave Rubin and I have a chat before we go off the grid for the month of August. As two people whose careers are intertwined with the internet and social media, we've found that a month disconnected from the noise of the worldwide web creates a fresh perspective and a clear focus on what's truly important in life. We also discuss: - How cell phones and the internet have become almost godlike over the last 20 years - Why a month offline creates more authentic, in-person interactions - Why you don't need a grand plan when you go off the grid; it could be catching up with friends or reading the books piled on your nightstand - And many more reasons why a month off the grid benefits the mind and soul! <a href="https://pints.mattfradd.com/pwa-confessions-signup/">Sign up for my free course on St. Augustine's "Confessions"!</a> SPONSORS Hallow: <a href="http://hallow.app/mattfradd">http://hallow.app/mattfradd</a> STRIVE: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> GIVING Patreon or Directly: <a href="https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/">https://pintswithaquinas.com/support/ </a> This show (and all the plans we have in store) wouldn't be possible without you. I can't thank those of you who support me enough. Seriously! Thanks for essentially being a co-producer co-producer of the show. LINKS Merch: <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd">https://teespring.com/stores/matt-fradd</a> FREE 21 Day Detox From Porn Course: <a href="https://www.strive21.com/">https://www.strive21.com/</a> SOCIAL Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd">https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mattfradd">https://twitter.com/mattfradd</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd">https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd</a> Gab: <a href="https://gab.com/mattfradd">https://gab.com/mattfradd</a> Rumble: <a href="https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas">https://rumble.com/c/pintswithaquinas</a> MY BOOKS Get my NEW book "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1645851311?pf_rd_r=G1VMH792WKT544VHG4CJ&amp;pf_rd_p=5ae2c7f8-e0c6-4f35-9071-dc3240e894a8&amp;pd_rd_r=68b2ceaa-6dec-467b-8cd1-c7f8d1129a35&amp;pd_rd_w=4u4Se&amp;pd_rd_wg=w1Iui&amp;ref_=pd_gw_unk">How To Be Happy: Saint Thomas' Secret To A Good Life</a>," out now! Does God Exist: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9"> https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Exist-Socratic-Dialogue-ebook/dp/B081ZGYJW3/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586377974&amp;sr=8-9</a> Marian Consecration With Aquinas: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4">https://www.amazon.com/Marian-Consecration-Aquinas-Growing-Closer-ebook/dp/B083XRQMTF/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&amp;keywords=fradd&amp;qid=1586379026&amp;sr=8-4</a> The Porn Myth: <a href="https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx">https://www.ignatius.com/The-Porn-Myth-P1985.aspx</a> CONTACT Book me to speak: <a href="https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform">https://www.mattfradd.com/speakerrequestform</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

How to Quit the Internet (Dave Rubin) | Ep. 288

Foreword

The Necessity of Prayer

The Power of Prayer

The Conditions of Prayer

God Wishes All Men to Be Saved

God Gives to All

St. Alphonsus, Doctor of the Church and master spiritual guide, reveals in these timeless pages how prayer is the key to salvation and the sure weapon against the devil’s assaults. He explains why mental prayer, more than any other devotion, helps you discover hidden sins, hear God’s voice, and receive every grace you need. With practical, inspiring advice, you’ll learn how to pray with confidence, persevere through trials, and cultivate daily habits of holy reflection that anchor your soul in God’s love.