
The Role of Asceticism in the Christian Spiritual Journey
A degree of asceticism is as necessary to the spiritual life as a degree of discomfort is necessary to the natural life. Just as the
A degree of asceticism is as necessary to the spiritual life as a degree of discomfort is necessary to the natural life. Just as the
“The next time we are missing our keys, we may or may not be able to find them, but we will never be disappointed when it comes to asking for more of the Holy Spirit in our lives.” – Christine Hanus
“For each one of us to better assess the degree of love that may be present or absent in our life, I would like to propose a short examination for us regarding three areas of our life: prayer, relationships, and work.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
“One thing only endures, for the humble and the great, the poor and the wealthy: the degree of love they had attained, to which corresponds the degree of glory which now renders them eternally happy.” -Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen
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“Even some saints had to endure long periods of time without a quality confessor or spiritual director. It was painful for them too, but God can handle that.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Pammachius, a friend of Jerome’s since they were teenagers studying in Rome, was the son of one of Rome’s most prominent and wealthy families. He
“Maintaining reasonable expectations of self is key to overcoming scrupulosity. Despite grand designs and goals that might be entertained, there is only so much that one can actually do.” – Trent Beattie
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“When her body was cut open in a church-sanctified autopsy, the image of a crucifix is said to have been discovered etched on her heart.” – Jenny duBay
Tepidity is a serious danger that threatens those trying to lead good and pious lives. It is, indeed, a peculiar state of the soul. The
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Mystical Wisdom of the Lord of the Rings Part 2 of 2” as we continue
“When the fullness of the time was come, God sent his Son, made of a woman, made under the law: that he might redeem them
“Respect this angel whom God has given to you, not so much with sentimental odes, but with sober obedience.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
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