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St. Therese vs. the Devil
A Reflection from “The Most Powerful Saints in Exorcism” by Charles D. Fraune and Patrick O’Hearn As the youngest child of two saintly parents,
Solitude of the Heart: A Spiritual Director Reflects (Part 4)
“The difference between a soul that is truly on fire and growing in genuine holiness, as opposed to a soul who is just coasting along, is the quality of solitary prayer that is present in their life.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
Pope Leo XIV: Father or Foe?
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Pope Leo XIV: Father or Foe?” as we continue talking with Gavin Ashenden, former Anglican bishop,
Virtue and Friendship
“Virtuous people are capable of genuine friendship because of their emotional maturity.” – Fr. Derek Sakowski
Make Time for a Retreat
“This time we set apart is a good way to remember who you are in relation to the Father, rather than being a person with a certain career or particular position, or in relation to others as spouse or parent.” – Deanna Bartalini
Pope Leo XIV: Charitable Assumption or Critical Spirit?
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Pope Leo XIV: Charitable Assumption or Critical Spirit?” as we talk with Gavin Ashenden, former Anglican
The Solitude of the Heart: A Spiritual Director Reflects (Part 3)
“I remember thinking as a young religious that the greatest obstacles in my spiritual life were certain exterior realities, i.e., the people and personalities I lived with.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
The Triumph of the Cross Revisited
“Erika’s act of forgiveness reveals the triumph of the Cross. This definitive victory over evil rings out in the prayer of the Church whenever we choose to live by faith.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles
The Stigmata and St. Pio: An Exquisite Suffering for Souls
A Reflection from “Padre Pio and You” by Mary O’Regan During the fifty-eight years he was a priest, Pio was simultaneously a stigmatist. He
The Solitude of The Heart: A Spiritual Director Reflects (Part 2)
“The truth about ourselves and God can only be known and experienced when we stand alone before God and enter this solitude of the heart.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
Jesus Wants to Meet You in Confession—Going Deeper
“Jesus will show us where we need to repent and grow in virtue. He invites us to be healed.” – Christine Hanus
Why the Rosary Is the Most Gospel-Centered Prayer
A Reflection from “The Power of the Rosary” by Gabriel Castillo Their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law
St. Leo the Great, Ember Days, and Spiritual Warfare
“Nature never stands still. To St. Leo and the ancient mindset, the changing of seasons was a form of divine instruction.” – Nicholas Anthony Shelton
Being a Catholic Athlete
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Being a Catholic Athlete” as we talk with Barry Dean about being a Catholic athlete and
Solitude of the Heart: A Spiritual Director Reflects (Part 1)
“A few days before the retreat begins, I ask them to pray with this question, ‘Where are you?’ from Genesis 3:9.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock