A Reflection from “The Truth About Purgatory” by Martin Jugie The Catholic dogma of Purgatory supposes the immortality of the human soul, and the
“We are called to live within and even learn to love the limitations of our emotional and physical selves.” – Claire Dwyer
“If the motivation is Christian and not selfish (you may need the help of a spiritual director to discern this), then take some initial steps to find out how you can go in that direction without neglecting your primary vocation.” – Fr. John Bartunek
“Why do you carve time out of your busy schedule to pray and worship God the Father through Jesus Christ in union with the Holy Spirit?” – Fr. John Bartunek
“We need to let God lead us in developing this plan for life. This takes place in the quiet of prayer.” – Debra Black
“Scripture illuminates the importance for a spiritual director to not only be experienced in direction and the spiritual life, but also to be learned and prudent.” – Debra Black
A Reflection from “The Most Powerful Saints in Exorcism” by Charles D. Fraune and Patrick O’Hearn As the youngest child of two saintly parents,
“I remember thinking as a young religious that the greatest obstacles in my spiritual life were certain exterior realities, i.e., the people and personalities I lived with.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
A Reflection from “Padre Pio and You” by Mary O’Regan During the fifty-eight years he was a priest, Pio was simultaneously a stigmatist. He
“Jesus will show us where we need to repent and grow in virtue. He invites us to be healed.” – Christine Hanus