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What are Consolation and Desolation in the Spiritual Life?
“Given the complexity of discerning between consolation and desolation, St. Ignatius also highly valued spiritual direction. A skilled spiritual director can help us navigate these experiences, offering guidance, perspective, and support.” – Jen Arnold
St. Frances of Rome’s Vision of Heaven
A Reflection from “The Eucharistic Visions of St. Frances of Rome” by St. Frances of Rome St. Frances of Rome’s Vision of Heaven On a
How to Increase Reverence for the Lord in the Eucharist
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “How to Increase Reverence for Our Lord in the Eucharist” as we discuss how we, as
God’s Perfect Mercy
“His mercy is free except for this price: we must surrender our pride, admit our need, and open the door.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
In the Footsteps of Saints: The Power of a Pilgrimage
“Why should modern Catholics undertake such a pilgrimage? In an era of spiritual apathy, relativism, and cultural decay, the Camino offers a powerful antidote.” – Curtis Williams
Building Bold Faith and Radical Trust
“Whenever we exercise faith – whenever we move forward believing the Lord and taking Him at His word – we create the opportunity for Him to show up and prove Himself faithful.” – Jonna Schuster
The Easiest Way I’ve Found to ‘Pray Without Ceasing’
“Whenever a friend or family member is going through a difficult time, whenever a local or world crisis pierces my heart, I turn off the distractions and turn my day into intercession.” – Ava Frecker
The Importance of Architecture in the Church
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Importance of Architecture in the Church” as we talk with Denis McNamara about the importance
Suffering With God: A Spiritual Director Reflects
“Instead of grasping, we can wait. Instead of holding on, we let ourselves be held.” – Deanna Bartalini
Pondering Some of the Teachings of the Easter Vigil in its Afterglow
“The Easter Vigil is the manifestation of what St. John wrote in the prologue of his Gospel: The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it (Jn 1:5).” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Stay with Us
“The more the soul revives itself in the Resurrection of Christ, the more it feels the need of God and of heavenly truths.” – Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, O.C.D.
What Character are You in the Passion?
“Peter, Judas, Pilate, the soldiers, John, and Mary: these are the main players in the true story behind Jesus’ last day on earth.” – Thomas Griffin
Anger, Forgiveness, and the Crucifixion
A Reflection from “The Cries of Jesus from the Cross” by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Anger, Forgiveness, and the Crucifixion Our Blessed Lord came to
The Spiritual Direction of Holy Week
“From this perspective, the liturgical celebrations of Holy Week live at the very heart of spiritual direction and unveil the ecclesial dimension of this ‘art of arts.’.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles
Mass of the Ages
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Mass of the Ages” as we talk with Tony Shriner about the Mass documentaries on how