A Reflection from “Persecuted from Within” by Joshua Charles and Alec Torres St . Teresa The role of reformer—or, in a sense, of re-foundress—would have seemed an unlikely one for Teresa of Avila to play, at least when she was young. She writes in her Vida that her early desire to become a nun was … Read more
We met with priests at the National Conference of Diocesan Vocation Directors (NCDVD) and asked them: 👉 “If you could give your younger self one piece of advice on discernment, what would it be?” Here’s what they said… ✨ Ready to take your next step? 📋 Take the “Is the Priesthood for Me?” quiz → … Read more
“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
How do husbands and wives protect each other spiritually? How does a man's sins affect his wife, children, and family spiritually? What does the Bible mean by the “sins of the father”? In this short, we break down the meaning behind tall this and why spiritual protection is vital for fathers and husbands. 📺 Watch … Read more
“Our Lord gently affirms our limitations and, in them, invites us to seek His strength while continually upholding our well-being.” – Megan Hjelmstad
“Meekness isn’t about being weak or letting others walk all over you. It’s about trusting God to fight your battles, even when everything in you wants to push back.”- Danielle Bean
When you finally decide to follow God more closely… Expect resistance. Discouragement. Confusion. Trials. Even bad experiences in confession. It’s the tactic of the enemy—to disquiet you with false reasons, as St. Ignatius warned in Rule 2 of Discernment. But don’t give up. Get up. Keep going. Go to another priest if you need to. … Read more
For over 14 years, I went to Mass every Sunday… …but never once went to Confession. I didn’t know I was receiving the Eucharist in mortal sin. In this short clip from Divine Intimacy Radio, Stephanie Burke shares the silent crisis so many Catholics experience: going through the motions of faith while spiritually asleep. If … Read more
This is what spiritual warfare really looks like—especially when you’re trying to change your life. Based on Rule 2 of St. Ignatius, this confession story shows the enemy’s tactics and how to overcome them. 🛡️ FREE DISCERNMENT OF SPIRITS Download 👉 https://bit.ly/455vdZm Want to go deeper? Get access to our 5-part video retreat on Spiritual … Read more
“He didn’t speak to my heart but dispensed simply the raw, undiluted forgiveness of Jesus Christ that has been entrusted to him in his apostolic priesthood.” – Rob Marco
Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Something More Powerful than Exorcism?” as we speak with Dr. Anthony Lilles about the power of Confession and why it is more powerful than an exorcism! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check out our Youtube playlist. … Read more
Discover how confession, repentance, and love for God lead to lasting spiritual transformation utilizing Ignatius” second rule of discernment, and most importantly, learn how to begin your fight against habitual sin. 🔥You know that there are battles all around us. But did you know about the battle in – and for – your mind? Learn … Read more
“At the earlier stages of the spiritual life, the emphasis falls on weeding out the sinful and self-centered habits that are constricting the action of God’s grace in our lives. As we grow, the emphasis changes.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Sin blocks emotional healing so we need God's grace to help us. How do we get into a state of grace? By making a good confession. Check out free resources below for making a good confession. Free root sin workbook download here: https://bit.ly/44G8QKR Free examen of conscience download here: https://bit.ly/3ZYrURT 🎥Please consider subscribing! What questions … Read more
Do you find yourself confessing the same sin every week in confession? Habitual sin isn’t just about weakness—it’s spiritual warfare. In this short, we introduce Ignatius’ Rules of Discernment and explain why Rule 1 is the wake-up call many need. Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/5y08u4m33Tg 🎥Please consider subscribing! What questions do you have after watching … Read more
In this episode of The Devil is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke dive into Rule One of St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Discernment of Spirits—a rule that exposes how many are cycling down the drain of sin, and how the enemy can put thoughts into your mind. They unpack how the enemy flatters and … Read more
“His mercy is free except for this price: we must surrender our pride, admit our need, and open the door.” – Monsignor Charles Pope
A Reflection from “God’s Influencer” by Andrea Acutis and Antonia Salzano Carlo Acutis’s Plan of Life Carlo was mature as a child and mature as an adolescent. He didn’t waste time, but rather used it in the best way possible. Carlo always repeated that time and life are a gift that God gives us to … Read more
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