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Contemplative Prayer
“No one could ever sit down and try to practice infused contemplation. It comes upon us. It comes upon us when it pleases God to give it. For the Spirit blows where he wills (see Jn. 3:8).” – Fr. James Brent, O.P.
Full of Grace
A Reflection from “Icon of Trust” by Fr. Slawomir Szkredka Full of Grace The more we comprehend the significance attached to Mary’s yes, the more striking becomes her insignificance, that is, her insignificant standing in the social hierarchy. Again, comparison with Zechariah is very helpful. Zechariah’s status as a priest, his blameless observance of the
Prayer: A Relationship of Love, Part 2
“The human heart is meant to be like a hermitage, or at the very least, a place set apart where we can commune with God.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: The Duty of Love is Prayer
“Certain seasons of life require much of our time. The important thing to remember in these times is that God understands our season and thus reckons our work as unto Him as prayer.” – Amy Knight
Uncomfortable Truths: Hell According to the Church Part 2
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Uncomfortable Truths: Hell According to the Church Part 2” as we Dan’s new book about hell and the difference between Judas’ and Peter’s betrayal of Jesus! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check out our Youtube playlist.
Saint Therese in My Life and Our Upcoming Contemplative Symposium
“I was in college and was just coming back to the practice of the Catholic faith when I caught a glimpse of little Therese on EWTN and knew I had to learn more.” – Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer
Guarding Our Hearts
A Reflection from “The Kindgom of the Heart” by Dr. Alexander Harb Guarding Our Hearts To be constantly on the lookout for sinful or distracting thoughts and impulses is called nepsis, or watchfulness. This concept is discussed by virtually all of the Eastern Fathers—most famously, perhaps, by St. John Climacus in The Ladder of Divine
Uncomfortable Truths: Hell According to the Church Part 1
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Uncomfortable Truths: Hell According to the Church Part 1” as we discuss Dan’s new book on hell, what the Church teaches, and how we should respond! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check out our Youtube playlist.
Mary Our Guide and Model
“One is so at ease near one’s mother. With her, everything becomes easier; the weary, discouraged heart, disturbed by storms, finds new hope and strength, and continues the journey with fresh courage.” – Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen
Prayer: A Relationship of Love, Part 1
“Do we know and believe that God our Father, who loves us, is looking for us, and that the best place for us to be is in his arms? If we do, prayer will be as natural for us as breathing.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
How God Led Me to Become a Spiritual Director
“I have no doubt God called me to become a spiritual director. But he wanted me to be a certain person, a specific Deanna, before I began.” – Deanna Bartalini
Angels Fight Demons for Us When We Pray
A Reflection from “Prayer as a Weapon” by Jesse Romero Angels Fight Demons for Us When We Pray Demons are attracted to faithlessness, disorder, and the unclean. Warning of their ability to get to us when we are not disciplined, not paying attention, and not being vigilant in our watch against them, noted exorcist Fr.
The Way of Prayer: Emotional Humility
“If all we encounter is an unwelcome silence, we might fall into self-absorption and start trying to deconstruct the desert, thus focusing attention on ourselves, when we should be looking at Jesus.” – Glenn Dickinson
Our Next Pope: Clarity about the Conclave
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Our Next Pope: Clarity about the Conclave” as we discuss the upcoming papal conclave, what it means for the Church, and how we are called to pray for our next pope! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full videos,
The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: Entering the Cleft of the Rock–Jesus’ Wounded Side
“His side is the wound that is our cleft in the Rock, who is Christ. We can hide in the cleft of the Rock and be safe.” – Amy Knight
