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I Can’t Find a Spiritual Director…Can I be My Own Spiritual Director?
“If you are having trouble finding a spiritual director, you don’t need to worry about it. If you are making a reasonable effort to look for one, God will honor that.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children” as we continue our discussion Dr.

The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: Following The Way Set Out Before Us, The Way of the Cross
“What trial or tribulation in your life could you make into a bouquet of love to give to Jesus?” – Amy Knight

The Self Gift of Jesus
A Reflection from “Wisdom from the Cross” by Casey Chalk The Self Gift of Jesus Jesus had no material wealth during His earthly life. The

Excessive Screentime: Three Ways to Fight Temptation in the Dark Days of Winter
“I can picture a modern-day Ignatius, the darkness and cold of winter hemming him in, his aching leg propped up on a pillow, binge-watching Netflix and falling into a troubled sleep with brownie crumbs all up in his beard.” – Christine Hanus
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Teaching Your Children Discernment
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Teaching Your Children Discernment” as we continue talking with Dr. Mary

Behold – and Be Loved
“Something beautiful happens when we allow ourselves to sit in silence before God. We realize that Someone is beholding us, too.” – Claire Dwyer

Welcome to “Ordinary Time”
“There is no vacation from our vocation. Do not miss what God is doing, even in the ordinary.” – Monsignor Charles Pope

Michelle Duppong: North Dakota’s Servant of God
A Reflection from “Michelle Duppong” by Patti Armstrong and Stephanie Parks Who Is Michelle Duppong? How would you describe Michelle Duppong — What made her
Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: How To Protect Your Children
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: How To Protect Your Children” as we talk with Dr. Mary

The Saving Mystery of the Lord’s Baptism
“Up from the river, the Messiah’s saving gaze is on us, for deep waters could not quench His love.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles

The Letters of St. Paul of the Cross: True Spiritual Riches Are in the Secret Place with God
“The fire consists of difficulties, trials, tribulations, persecutions—anything that would cause the soul to depend on God alone.” – Amy Knight

Following the Great Forgiver
A Reflection from “Wisdom from the Cross” by Casey Chalk Following the Great Forgiver The earliest Christians saw Jesus’ willingness to forgive His enemies as

Epiphany and the Simple Movement of Love
‘The heart has its eyes. Those who open them truly understand what is at stake.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles

Desolation, the Grinch, and Our Savior: A Reflection On Rule 4 From St. Ignatius’ First Week Rules For Discernment Of Spirits
“The reality is that we have no more direct control over spiritual consolation than we have over a white Christmas.” – Fr. Mark Yavarone, OMV

