Dear Fathers, Brothers, and Sisters, I have long been dealing with a deep sadness and lack of joy in life. The vortex of emotional suffering
I have a hard time accepting that God loves me just the way I am. I experienced abuse growing up, and lived in a very
Dear Fr. John, thank you for “The Better Part“. I have kept up with all days following the calendar in the back. I treasure this
Sayings of Light and Love 43 Sayings of Light and Love 43: Bear in mind that your flesh is weak and that no worldly thing
The Two Trajectories of the Soul There is a troubling phenomenon noted by several Doctors of the Church regarding the common waning of spiritual development
Dear Fr. John, I have read Dan’s book, Navigating the Interior Life, and have diligently followed all of his suggestions for how to find a
How Can I Forgive? Fr. John Bartunek and Dan Burke discuss forgiveness, and ways that we can overcome the challenges we face when wounded by
Dear Dan, since many people may suffer from some level of emotional immaturity due to childhood experiences, what effect does this have on becoming spiritually
Dear Friends, after I posted “Should I pay my spiritual director?” a reader sent me a note that I though would provide some important perspective
Dear Dan, I am hesitant to go to a local priest for spiritual direction because I am worried about his submission, or lack of submission