A Reflection from “The Secret of the Cure D’Ars” by Henri Gheon God was more ambitious for His saint than we are. He wanted to place him, in the eternity of his glory, as near as possible to Himself, one of the stars of the first brilliance. That sort of thing has to be paid … Read more
Why does the enemy want you to keep your struggles secret? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their series on St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Rules for the Discernment of Spirits, unpacking Rule 13, often considered the second most important rule after “never make a change in … Read more
Catholic marriage advice for couples who feel stuck: stop trying to fix your spouse and let God transform you first. In this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio, Dan and Stephanie Burke continue exploring how the progress of the spiritual life applies directly to marriage. Most struggling couples arrive at the same conclusion: My spouse is … Read more
A Reflection from “Arise” by Laura Bedingfeld Whatever Martha may have understood of Jesus’ surprising affirmations (John 11), she quickly goes to get her sister Mary, who also comes to weep at his feet. The sisters’ sorrow has something deeper in it than simply grief at the death of their brother, and Jesus is profoundly … Read more
“The space between “restlessness” and “rest in thee”, the until, is not a passive kind of waiting around for peace. We are not powerless here.” – Claire Dwyer
What should you do the moment temptation strikes? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their series on St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Rules for the Discernment of Spirits, unpacking Rule 12, where Ignatius compares the devil to an aggressive dog: weak when resisted, but relentless when met … Read more
What if your marriage isn’t failing… but simply growing? In this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio, Dan and Stephanie Burke explore one of St. Teresa of Ávila’s greatest spiritual masterpieces, The Interior Castle, and reveal how the stages of the spiritual life provide a roadmap for the growth of every Christian marriage. Rather than expecting … Read more
“Spiritual warfare is not only about extraordinary moments, but also about ordinary loyalty.” – Marge Steinhage Fenelon
A Reflection from “My Days are in Your Hands” by Cardinal Fernando Filoni Long brown dress, head covered, gentle face, not too young. Almost like a vision, she walked very slowly, rhythmically, circling the Aedicule of the Holy Sepulcher. While others sat or stood in prayer, she moved gracefully, as if in contemplation, like … Read more
When spiritual consolation fades, what should you do? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their series on St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Rules for the Discernment of Spirits, exploring Rule 11 and one of the most important spiritual lessons for every Christian: humility in consolation and confidence … Read more
“Our Lady of Mount Carmel models and guides the contemplative lectio divina of the great Carmelite saints and our contemplative lectio divina as well.” – Bishop John Barres
A Reflection from “Padre Pio’s American Daughter” by Fr. Susan De Bartoli Eleven months after she first set foot in San Giovanni Rotondo, Mary Pyle paused to write a note in her little diary. The words she penned on August 22, 1924, revealed the deep joy that was taking root in her heart: Behold we … Read more
“We do not practice calm communication merely to have a pleasant life; we practice it so our homes and parishes become places where people can encounter Christ.” – Marge Steinhage Fenelon
A Reflection from “St. Paul of Tarsus” by Rev. Waldemar Chrostowski Paul’s speech before Festus and King Agrippa provided the opportunity for a new autobiographical summary, adapted—as the previous one (Acts 22:3–21)—to the particular circumstances of time and place. Each of these speeches shows dynamism and freshness, confirming that, in spite of passing years, … Read more
“When thinking of the virtue you want, develop a game plan. Be specific.” -Sr. Mary Catherine Blanding, IHM
A Reflection from “Yoga Unveiled” by Linda Carl Prayer There is nothing the devil fears so much, or so much tries to hinder, as prayer. —St. Philip Neri For many years, I wrongly credited yoga as the source of peace in my life. It turned out to be prayer, the easiest and most effective … Read more
“Empathy is not the same as endorsement. To empathize is to understand; to endorse is to approve.” – Marge Steinhage Fenelon
A Reflection from “Devotion to the Angels” by Fr. Henri-Marie Boudon Demons tempt fathers, mothers, and relatives, by the love of riches or honors, to compel their children, with a view to these objects, to enter into states to which God does not call them. Thus they will force them into the priesthood, or … Read more
© 2026 Spiritual Direction. All rights reserved.
