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Blessed Solanus Casey’s Devotion to Mary
There is a popular image of Fr. Solanus standing near a grotto of Mary, with book in hand, praying. According to a caption I came
The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: ‘Eat the Scroll and Be Consumed with Love’
“Even on this side of paradise, we can give ourselves to Him by emptying ourselves of everything that hinders relationship with Him.” – Amy Knight
Forgiveness and the Holy Spirit
“We are invited to approach our heavenly Father as little children, and to welcome the anointing of the Holy Spirit – especially when we find ourselves feeling the wounds of past harm.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
Forgiveness: Counting the Cost
“Sometimes we just don’t want to forgive. The hurt can be so deep. The damage can be so lasting – or perhaps ongoing.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
The Discovery of Mental Prayer Part 1 of 2
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Discovery of Mental Prayer Part 1 of 2” as we talk with Gabriel Castillo about
Five Images of the Holy Spirit from Scripture
“Since Pentecost is approaching, we will consider some of the biblical images for the Holy Spirit, and in so doing, strive to learn more about what God the Holy Spirit does for us.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Thou Shalt Renew the Face of the Earth
“However, for the rest of us, the Spirit’s fruits seen in our actions are preceded by a change in our perspective, a perspective that differs in its clarity and purity because our eyes now see with Love. These fruits become our attitude.” – Debra Black
Faith of Our Grandmothers
“Sarah’s grandmother — surely a devout church lady – one whom I had never met, taught me something: pain can be directed; It can be purpose-filled.” – FB Smit
Love, True Love
“Motherhood calls us to a mature understanding of love, which is deeply satisfying.” – Christine Hanus
Motherhood and Our Blessed Mother
“Oh how the devil hates this beautiful gift of motherhood! In every age, he renews his assault against it, and against the precious daughters of God who are called to it.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
“By going before us, Jesus our Head has given us the right to follow Him there some day, and we can even say with St. Leo, ‘In the person of Christ, we have penetrated the heights of heaven’ (Roman Breviary)” – Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen
Prayer in Early Christianity
When we consider how important prayer is for the life of the Church, it is very surprising just how little the Church fathers and mothers
Healing and the Holy Spirit
“Only Jesus, through the anointing of the Holy Spirit, can liberate us. He breaks our chains, rolls away the stone that is blocking our self-created tomb, calls us forth, unbinds us and pulls off the masks that have obscured our vision.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
Learn to Discern Part 2 of 2
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Learn to Discern Part 2 of 2” as we continue talking with Susan Brinkmann about new
The Retreat that Never Ends: Who Should Take the Ignatian Exercises?
“Coupled with the meditations of the Exercises, healing takes place and self-reliance is slowly replaced with God-reliance. The enemy loses his hold on them.” – Debra Black
