Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer your questions about contemplative prayer, practicing the presence of God, living out a holy marriage, and performing
Dr. Anthony Lilles reflects on the power of contemplative prayer in a soul ready to embrace sacrifice, renunciation, and humility.
Dr. Anthony Lilles expounds on the battle of contemplative prayer in reclaiming the heart of the Church.
There are two upcoming fall courses at the Avila Institute called “Contemplative Prayer and the Angelic Doctor” and “Growth in Holiness: Doctors of the Interior Life.” You will learn wisdom from the saints and their pursuit of God. Register online to find out more about these two intriguing classes!
In part 13 of his mini-course on prayer series, David Torkington discusses true and counterfeit Christian meditation.
Dr. Joseph Hollcraft explains how the Church is calling us to be the mystics God intends for us to be.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer questions about distractions in prayer, contemplative aridity, and the importance of self-knowledge in overcoming sin.
In this chapter from her book “Edith Stein”, Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda reflects on St. Teresa Benedicta’s journey to sainthood.
David Torkington’s mini-course on prayer, part 4, on the way to mystical union and ecstatic joy, mystical revelations, praying without ceasing, and more!
Melissa Elson interviews contemplative prayer expert Connie Rossini on Fr. Jacques Philippe’s book “Time for God” regarding ways we can enter into, and sustain, a deep and meaningful prayer life.