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The Gift of Piety
How does the gift of piety help the virtue of justice as well as the virtue of religion? Fr Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen explains in this excerpt of his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
The White Martyrdom that Leads to Union: Part 49 Mini-Course on Prayer
David Torkington continues his mini-course on prayer with a close look at the mystical body and our incorporation into it through an ever-deepening death to self.
Feast of the Triumph of the Cross
Why do we celebrate the Feast of the Triumph of the Cross? What does it call us to? Find out when Liz Estler explores this great celebration of our faith.
Moving From Head to Heart in Mental Prayer
Connie Rossini explains the development of discursive meditation into affective prayer: “The important thing is not to think much but to love much.” – St. Teresa of Avila.
Peter Kreeft on Books & Music
What’s the hardest question you’ve ever been asked? Here are some of the most interesting ones Dr. Peter Kreeft has ever been asked and his responses.
Between Two Worlds: This Present Paradise, Part 10
Waiting, when it is the will of God, is exactly where we are supposed to be – a lesson St. Elizabeth of the Trinity learned early. Claire Dwyer continues a series of reflections on this young saint.
The Gift of Fear
Can servile fear impel one to sanctity? Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen instructs us in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy.
The Language of Love: Part 48 Mini-Course on Prayer
“This endless, ongoing, ever-expanding bliss planned for us by God from the beginning is the measure of the ‘height and depth, the length and breadth’ of his love for us that surpasses the understanding.” David John Torkington resumes his mini-course on prayer today.
Q&A – Unequally Yoked Marriages
On this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio: Join Dan and Stephaine Burke as they discuss how to manage unequally yoked marriages!
Explore What it Means to be a Saint
Our newest class offerings include the Doctors of the Church, St. John of Avila, and Moral Theology. Be among the first to sign up!
Foundation of Abandonment: St. Therese of Lisieux’s Method for Peace
St. Therese’s way of abandonment to God lightens every burden of day-to-day life by enabling us to place every worldly care into His hands.
Sacred Spaces: This Present Paradise, Part 9
What critical truth did young Elizabeth of the Trinity learn while waiting to enter the convent? That there was already a cell inside of her. Claire Dwyer continues a series of reflections on the life of this Carmelite mystic.
Perseverance
Why is perseverance necessary to holiness? Fr Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen explains in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Ecstatic Love and Real Presence
What is ecstasy–and how is the Real Presence ecstatic? Dr. Lilles continues to shine light on the immensity of love in the Eucharist.
Q&A – Marriage Spirituality and Couples Examen
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss questions on Marraige Spirituality and Daily Examen for Couples.
