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Spirit and Life: Baptism
Why is Baptism so significant? Is it the most important Sacrament? Author Rose Rea beautifully captures the authenticity of this Sacrament.
The Franciscan Spring: Part 32 Mini-Course on Prayer
St. Francis radically revolutionized the practice of prayer and spiritual life within the Church.
St. Bernard–A New Dawn: Part 31 Mini-Course on Prayer
The birth of new religious orders breathed new life into the Church. David Torkington continues his history of the Mystical Tradition.
Loneliness of the Way and the Comfort of God – Video
Loneliness of the Way and the Comfort of God – Video Dan Burke (while sporting a crooked hat) reflects on the loneliness of those who chose to give their lives to God and the comfort God provides along the difficult path to heaven.
Monasticism to the Rescue: Part 30 Mini-Course on Prayer
David Torkington illustrates how the monastic life did much to preserve the mystical tradition of the Church.
Our Preparation
Why does God refuse some souls the grace of contemplation?
The Easter Praise of Christ – Christ is Risen! Alleluia!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Christ is Risen!
The Easter Mysteries and the Mystic Way
David Torkington reveals the connection between the Easter mysteries and the mystic way of prayer.
The Victory of the Cross
What is the supreme paradox of death and life which reaches unity in Jesus?
The Cross of Christ Gives Life to the Human Race
How did Jesus give us life through His death on the Cross?
Q&A – Marriage spirituality, exodus 90, and soulmates.
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer your questions on Marriage Spirituality, Exodus 90, and soulmates Divine Intimacy Radio!
The Gift of Love
Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on the Eucharist, the gift of Love, instituted by Christ on Holy Thursday night.
Beauty, Virtue, & the Passions
Beauty, Virtue, & the Passions. What is their relation to each other and how do I understand and make the most of my own?
Do I Need a Spiritual Director to Help me to Know Where I am Spiritually? – Video
Dan Burke reflects on the importance of knowing ourselves and where we are on the path of spiritual development and how spiritual direction can help us overcome the common problem of self-deception.
Death
Why should we not fear the end of our mortal lives? What example does Christ’s death on the Cross give to us?
