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Mistaken Identity
“St. Paul’s message is clear. We belong to God. All the many roles and functions we might play in this world cannot add to or alter the identity God has imprinted within us.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
How to Behead a Beast
“Beheading Hydra” boldly and creatively reveals the constantly shifting but infectious lies of our modern times. Register for Dan Burke’s interview with Fr. Dwight Longenecker on his new book.
The Rosary of Our Lady
Objections and Justification Oppressive events move through our time and lay a heavy hand on the lives of all of us. Questions regarding our own
Overcoming Sinful Thoughts
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Overcoming Sinful Thoughts” where we interview Fr. Thomas Morrow on his book! Learn more by clicking HERE!
How Should Catholics Celebrate Halloween? | Discussion
Today we go over the true history of Halloween, it’s history in Catholic tradition, and answer the question on how faithful Catholics should go about celebrating it!
The Lies of the Devil and the Empty Promises of the World
Monsignor Charles Pope offers a parable on the lies of the devil and the empty promises of this world.
How Can I Know the Will of God in my Life? Part II of II
Fr. John Bartunek explains how we can know the will of God in our lives (part two of this two-part series) giving specific answers to a reader’s questions.
What We’re Reading Now: The Avila Team’s Top Picks
Looking for a good book? We’ve got some suggestions!
Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary
Why does the Church celebrate the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary today? Find out what Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen has to say in this reflection from the Carmelite meditation classic “Divine Intimacy.”
How St. Joseph Helped Us This Year: Our Big Announcement
Dan Burke gives thanks to St. Joseph and shares some big news about the Avila Foundation.
The Lost Art of Sacrifice
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Lost Art of Sacrifice” where we interview Vicki Burbach on her book! Learn more by
Can I Trust Fr. Casey Cole? Is His Critique of “The Chosen” Valid?
An analysis of some of the errors in Fr. Cole’s critique of “The Chosen”.
‘You Will Receive Power’
Dr. Mary Healy teaches that healings are signs that the Kingdom of God is at hand; indeed through the power of the Holy Spirit, it is in our midst.
Encounters with Angels
It was the end of September, during the feast of the Holy Archangels. St. Angela tells us: While I was in the church in Foligno
St. Thérèse was a Prima Ballerina
St. Thérèse made it look easy–but her fortitude was born out of a million unseen movements of love, Claire Dwyer reflects.
