What is group spiritual direction? And, is it a good way to receive direction? Find out when Fr. John Bartunek answers a reader’s question.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson interview contemplative prayer expert Connie Rossini about Fr. Jacques Philippe’s book “Time for God” and the transition from meditation to contemplation.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer your questions about emotions in prayer and helping loved ones come to Christ in this edition of Divine Intimacy Radio.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson respond to questions on establishing a consistent prayer time, discerning God’s voice in prayer, and growing in holiness.
Listen in as Dan Burke and Melissa Elson answer your questions about emotions in prayer and helping loved ones come to Christ.
Find out why saints are often shown with skulls when Father John Bartunek explains the concept of “memento mori”.
What significance does sorrow play in our prayers? Dr. Anthony Lilles explains the special connection with this excerpt from his book “Fire from Above.”
Why does the Church see communion on the tongue as the more suitable way of receiving the Eucharist? Find out when Christopher Carstens offers three reflections on Eucharistic Communion, in part two of this two-part series.
How generous must we be? Find out when Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on the virtue of generosity.
What posts on SpiritualDirection.com address Ignatian Spirituality? Find out in this list of Ignatian Spirituality posts found on our site.
The enemy’s might is always subject to the power of God, and the deep roots of our prayer life are a participation in God’s power over the enemy of our souls.
Think you might be experiencing desolation in your prayer life? Listen in on this week’s episode as Dan and Melissa explore the meaning of spiritual desolation and how to recognize it through the examen prayer.
Dan Burke and Melissa Elson discuss the second rule of Saint Ignatius of Loyola’s Discernment of Spirits, focusing on the movement toward God and recognizing the effect of the enemy on our spiritual progress; Divine Intimacy Radio.
How do we choose material for meditation? Find out what Connie Rossini recommends in Part III of her “How to Pray” Series.
This week Dan and Melissa explore Saint Ignatius of Loyola’s techniques for tackling the negative thoughts and lies that enter into our minds and lead us away from God.
