A Battle for Something Beautiful
Anthony Lilles
November 10, 2018
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Dr. Anthonly Lilles offers encouragement in praying through the battle of times of suffering and desolation.
How to Sustain Deep and Meaningful Prayer
Dan Burke
June 15, 2018
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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.
10 Ways to Reduce Distractions in Prayer
Patti Maguire Armstrong
December 2, 2017
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What can we do to reduce distractions when we pray? Patti Maguire Armstrong shares some helpful advice in today’s post.
Perseverance and Confidence
Dan Burke
September 18, 2017
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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.”
But What if I Don’t Feel Like It?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
July 18, 2016
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What do we do if we don’t feel like evangelizing, or dealing with people who annoy us, in the Christian life? Find out what Father John Bartunek advises in today’s post.
Finding God through Meditation: Starting Prayer Routine
Dan Burke
January 1, 2016
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How to begin a new prayer routine. The key points to successfully developing a prayer habit. Reflections on the book Finding God Through Meditation.
Giving up on Prayer – Day 11, 30 Days with Teresa of Avila
Dan Burke
October 14, 2015
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What does St. Teresa of Avila have to say about giving up on prayer? Find out in today’s excerpt and reflection from 30 Days with Teresa of Avila.
How Does One Persevere in Faith?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
September 21, 2015
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How do we keep going in our commitment to our faith after the initial enthusiasm wears off? Is the “honeymoon” over? Father John Bartunek addresses this common experience and what it says about our level of maturity in the faith.
Get a Vowel
Charlotte Ostermann
April 29, 2015
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Get a Vowel You are climbing a mountain, working hard, pushing yourself to fight the fight and finish the race. There are times to relax
On Perseverance
Dan Burke
March 27, 2015
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ON PERSEVERANCE “He that shall persevere to the end, he shall be saved.” Matthew 24:13 St. Jerome says, that many begin well, but few persevere.
How do I get Rid of My “Inner Ugliness?”
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
July 7, 2014
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Dear Father John, I have been struggling with some interior trials with forgiveness, resentment and jealousy. I call this “inner ugliness.” I have been praying
What Virtues can I Practice to Overcome the Root Sin of Sensuality?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
May 3, 2010
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Dear Father John, Thank you for the post on root sin. It has definitely helped me. My question is, charity and humility seem to be
