What is Mortification?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
March 4, 2025
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“The mortification is never an end in itself, but a means by which we become better followers of Christ.” -Fr. John Bartunek
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The Truth about Reception Part 2
Dan Burke
March 3, 2025
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Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Truth about Reception Part 2” as we continue discussing the encyclical “Memoriale Domini”, and what
Why are Saints Sometimes Pictured with Skulls?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
March 2, 2025
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“In our tradition of Catholic spirituality, these types of practices are referred to as memento mori, a Latin phrase that means “remembrance of death” or “remembrance of mortality.” The practice of receiving ashes on Ash Wednesday is one of these.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Ash Wednesday: An Invitation to Public Witness
Thomas Griffin
March 2, 2025
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“The discussions I had varied in their depth, but all of them began with the same question: ‘What is on your head?'”
Honoring Mystery
Jonna Schuster
March 2, 2025
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“I’ve found this to be absolutely critical in this hour of history: we must refuse to be offended at God. This is what it means to honor mystery. It means in the face of disappointment, we get comfortable simply saying, “’I don’t know.’” – Jonna Schuster
Let Your Future Self Be Loved
Claire Dwyer
February 25, 2025
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“Discerning God’s will today means considering how it will affect us, our lives, and our loved ones in the future. God wants to love us there. Will we let Him? ” – Claire Dwyer
The Scandal of Particularity: God’s Love For Us
Simone Rizkallah
February 24, 2025
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“This is the scandal of particularity: that the infinite God loves each of us in our own particularity. He knows our names, our wounds, and our desires.” – Simone Rizkallah
Communion on the Hand: The Truth about Church Teaching Part 1
Dan Burke
February 24, 2025
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Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Communion on the Hand: The Truth about Church Teaching Part 1” as we discuss the encyclical
Is Apprehension About Spiritual Direction Normal?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
February 22, 2025
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“There may be other reasons too, subjective ones, maybe deeper ones. Sometimes we have some subconscious fears or issues, specific to our own personality and upbringing, that can add to the apprehension.” – Fr. John Bartunek
On Silence
Fr. James Brent O.P.
February 20, 2025
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“The latest science corroborates to some extent what spiritual teachers have long said. The interior life of a fallen human being is largely a conversation with oneself that needs to be transformed into a conversation with God.” – Fr. James Brent, O.P.
From History to Healing: Building Trust Between Catholics and Jews
Simone Rizkallah
February 18, 2025
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“It’s good that we have started to tap into our Jewish roots, thanks to scholars like John Bergsma, Brant Pitre, and others. The more Bible study, the better. But we need catechesis, too.” – Simone Rizkallah
Should Catholics Do Yoga?
Karen Barbieri
February 18, 2025
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“When someone participates in a spiritual practice, what usually follows is a spiritual effect. As Catholics, we should be careful what spiritual practice we take part in.” – Karen Barbieri
Blessing or Woe: You Decide. A Homily for the 6th Sunday of the Year
Msgr. Charles Pope
February 15, 2025
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“If the world is cheering for you, you’re playing on the wrong team, the losing team.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
Why Would a Saint Need Spiritual Direction?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
February 13, 2025
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“Every saint received their faith and their formation in the faith from God, through the mediation of others.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Prayer and Perseverance
Anthony Lilles
February 11, 2025
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“The more powerless and hopeless a soul feels, the greater the gift the Lord intends to give.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles
