Epiphany and the Simple Movement of Love
Anthony Lilles
January 5, 2026
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‘The heart has its eyes. Those who open them truly understand what is at stake.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles
The Nativity Through the Eyes of the Saints
Sophia Institute Press
December 21, 2025
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A Nativity Reflection from “The Prince of Peace” by Archbishop Alban Goodier “And thou, Bethlehem Ephrata, art a little one among the thousands of
The Triumph of the Cross Revisited
Anthony Lilles
September 25, 2025
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“Erika’s act of forgiveness reveals the triumph of the Cross. This definitive victory over evil rings out in the prayer of the Church whenever we choose to live by faith.” – Dr. Anthony Lilles
Mary Our Guide and Model
Dan Burke
May 11, 2025
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“One is so at ease near one’s mother. With her, everything becomes easier; the weary, discouraged heart, disturbed by storms, finds new hope and strength, and continues the journey with fresh courage.” – Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen
The Rules of Discernment: A Practical Guide – Rule 5
Megan Hjelmstad
September 5, 2024
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“I began to feel unwell; a chronic illness flareup had come out of nowhere. By the next morning, I was doubled over in pain.” – Megan Hjelmstad
The Retreat that Never Ends: The Disposition of Humility
Debra Black
August 11, 2024
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“Obedience is the foundation to authentic humility. But when you truly love someone, you want to do as much for them as possible rather than only what is required.” – Debra Black
To Be Hidden with Christ in God
Dan Burke
October 19, 2020
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How can we be hidden with Christ in God, as St Paul says? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on St Teresa Margaret of the Heart of Jesus’ spirituality regarding this.
Perseverance and Confidence
Dan Burke
September 14, 2020
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What is more damaging to holiness: falling or failing to rise up and try again? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy.”
Mary Our Guide and Model
Dan Burke
May 11, 2020
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How is Mary our guide and our model?
Aridity and Progress
Dan Burke
April 27, 2020
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Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen explores aridity and progress.