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Illuminating the path to union with God through the light of wisdom of the saints and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Co-sponsored by EWTN and SPIRITUALDIRECTION.COM, the Divine Intimacy Radio Show is a haven of rest and wellspring of spiritual life for those people seeking intimacy with God and the enlightened path of Catholic mystical and ascetical wisdom. Every week our co-hosts Dan Burke and Stephanie Burke explore topics related to the interior life and Catholic teaching, including prayer, spiritual direction, meditation, contemplation, and holiness.
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Latest Episodes

August 28, 2018 – Resources Edition: Dr. Gerard Verschuuren, Forty Anti-Catholic Lies – Part 4
Why do Catholics call priests Father? Why do Catholics confess their sins to a priest instead of directly to God? Do Catholics really worship Mary? Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson in part four of their interview with Dr. Gerard

August 24, 2018: Q&A – Sin, Imperfections, the Dark Night, and Spiritual Gluttony
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer questions from listeners about sin and imperfections, “the dark night,” and spiritual gluttony. Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: What is the difference between venial sins and imperfections? How does personal sin affect

August 21, 2018: Resources Edition – Dr. Gerard Verschuuren, Forty Anti-Catholic Lies – Part 3
Did Catholics invent purgatory? Is the pope the anti-Christ? Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson in part three of their interview with Dr. Gerard Verschuuren about his book, Forty Anti-Catholic Lies to debunk these myths. Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: Did Catholics

August 17, 2018: Q&A – Forgiveness, Suffering and the Holy Spirit
Join Dan Burke as he answers questions from listeners about forgiving others, prayers during suffering and the Holy Spirit. Topics/Questions Covered in the Show: Is it right to pray for God’s judgment on someone who caused us injustice? How can

August 14, 2018: Dr. Gerard Verschuuren, Forty Anti-Catholic Lies, Part 2
Did Catholics manipulate the Ten Commandments or invent new sacraments? Dan Burke interviews Dr. Gerard Verschuuren about his book “Forty Anti-Catholic Lies” to debunk these myths (part 2).

August 10, 2018: Q&A – Distractions in Prayer, Contemplative Aridity, Self-Knowledge
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer questions about distractions in prayer, contemplative aridity, and the importance of self-knowledge in overcoming sin.

August 7, 2018: Dr. Gerard Verschuuren, Forty Anti-Catholic Lies – Part 1
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson interview Dr. Gerard Verschuuren regarding his book “Forty Anti-Catholic Lies” and the misunderstandings non-Catholics have regarding on Galileo, Catholics, and the Bible.

August 3, 2018: Question & Answer – Prayer and Praying
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer listeners’ questions about beginning prayer and praying for others.

July 31, 2018: James Papandrea, From Star Wars to Superman, Part 2
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson interview Dr. James Papandrea about prominent Christ figures in science fiction television shows and movies such as Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lost.

July 27, 2018: Question and Answer – Liturgy of the Hours and Discernment of God’s Voice
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer questions about praying the Liturgy of the Hours, discerning God’s voice in prayer, and the definition of contemplation.