Dr. Anthony Lilles describes the desolate moment when all we can do is make a mere movement of the heart and allow the Lord to lift our prayer out of ourselves.
Dan Burke reflects on the relationship between daily mental prayer and our salvation. Why is it that Saints and Doctors of the Church Teresa of Avila…
In this chapter from his book “An Exorcist Explains How to Heal the Possessed,” Fr. Paolo Carlin reflects on the spiritual weapons needed for this mission.
How does one of the Catholic Church’s greatest philosophical thinkers optimize his intellect? Join Dan Burke and Melissa Elson as they speak with Dr. Kevin
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer your questions about the difference between penance and mortification, being misunderstood in the workplace, reflecting on the
Don’t let your hidden tears and humiliations go to waste–they offer a powerful opportunity in prayer, says Dr. Anthony Lilles.
What are the three lessons we are taught in the story of Jesus’ cure of blind Bartimaeus? Find out in this excerpt from Fr. John Bartunek’s meditation book “The Better Part” … as a preparation for this coming Sunday’s Gospel reading.
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer your questions about the Avila Institute’s High Calling Program, holiness, caring for a sick spouse and talking
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.
David Torkington continues his Mini-Course on Prayer with part 15: A Hermit At Prayer, on the importance of silence and meditation on the Gospels
In this chapter from his book “Fire from Above,” Anthony Liless reflects on forgiveness through contemplative prayer.
Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they answer your questions about prayer, distractions at Mass, conversation with God, spiritual gluttony and the timeline of spiritual
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!
David Torkington continues his course on prayer by examining mystical premonitions.
