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Embracing Paradox
“To be human in a fallen world is to live in this tension. We are stretched by two seemingly incompatible truths.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
Resisting Demonic Backlash and Progressing in Prayer after Retreat
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Resisting Demonic Backlash and Progressing in Prayer after Retreat” as we continue discussing the demonic backlash, how to resist the lies of the enemy, and continual progress in prayer after a retreat! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full
The Litany of Humility: How Can I be Freed From the Desire to be Loved?
“The alarming, effervescent, energizing, and contagious freedom of the saints flows from their having learned this lesson: they no longer gauge their actions or decisions by what other people will think of them.”- Fr. John Bartunek
The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: Becoming More Than Conquerors
“How can we bring our emotions into submission to the truth of His Word and not become distraught in trials?”- Amy Knight
Baptism: Our Inheritance in the Life of the Holy Trinity
A Reflection from “How to Be His” by Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer and Fr. Jesse Maingot with Dan Burke Becoming His I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. —Galatians 2:20 The passionate love of the Lord for us is so marvelous that the Lord
God in Winter: A Meditation on Finding God in the Snow
“I can almost hear the Lord saying, ‘Behold, I make all things new!’” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Demonic Backlash and Spiritual Progress after Retreat
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Demonic Backlash and Spiritual Progress after Retreat” as we discuss the spiritual warfare that occurs after a retreat and how you can fight back and continue to progress in your spiritual life! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full
Avoiding the Trap of Discouragement
“The key to avoiding discouragement is to remain in our house of self-knowledge, grounded in the humble truth of who we are as children of our heavenly Father.”- Jenny duBay
A Practical Guide to Creating a Rhythm of Prayer: An Invitation to Live with God at the Center
“As you begin to practice this rhythm of prayer, the abundant life will become more of a reality, not only for you, but for everyone around you.” – Beth Davis
How Christ’s Cross Forms Us in Virtue
A Reflection from “Aquinas’s Lenten Meditations” by St. Thomas Aquinas Christ’s Passion Serves Us as an Example The Passion of Christ is, by itself, sufficient to form us in every virtue. For whoever wishes to live perfectly need do no more than scorn what Christ scorned on the Cross and to desire what He there
I Can’t Find a Spiritual Director…Can I be My Own Spiritual Director?
“If you are having trouble finding a spiritual director, you don’t need to worry about it. If you are making a reasonable effort to look for one, God will honor that.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children” as we continue our discussion Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett about the most important and essential rules of discernment to teach your children! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full
The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: Following The Way Set Out Before Us, The Way of the Cross
“What trial or tribulation in your life could you make into a bouquet of love to give to Jesus?” – Amy Knight
The Self Gift of Jesus
A Reflection from “Wisdom from the Cross” by Casey Chalk The Self Gift of Jesus Jesus had no material wealth during His earthly life. The few possessions He had with Him when He was sentenced to death were divided among indifferent Roman soldiers. Yet our Savior’s Second Last Word demonstrated that He was much more
Excessive Screentime: Three Ways to Fight Temptation in the Dark Days of Winter
“I can picture a modern-day Ignatius, the darkness and cold of winter hemming him in, his aching leg propped up on a pillow, binge-watching Netflix and falling into a troubled sleep with brownie crumbs all up in his beard.” – Christine Hanus