The Apostolate of Example
Dan Burke
October 7, 2019
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How does our example of living a good Christian life help fulfill our apostolate? Find out when Fr Gabriel of St Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
The Invitation to the Banquet
Dan Burke
June 23, 2019
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How do you respond to Jesus’ banquet invitation? Reflect with Father Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy” on today’s solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, also known as “Corpus Christi”.
The Sacrament of Union
Dan Burke
March 29, 2018
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Today, on Holy Thursday, we celebrate both the institution of the priesthood and the Sacrament of Union with Christ. Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects, in an excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.
Conversion of Saint Paul
Liz Estler
January 25, 2018
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As we celebrate today’s feast, we need to be attentive to how St. Paul’s conversion and life are applicable to our own, from a homily by St. John Chrysostom.
Will We Know Each Other in Heaven?
Charlie McKinney
November 29, 2017
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Will we know our loved ones in Heaven? Fr. Francois Rene Blot consults Scripture and the writings of the saints to answer this question.
The Presentation of the Virgin Mary in the Temple (Part III)
Liz Estler
November 21, 2017
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What do the saints say about the Blessed Virgin as a young child and about her dedication to God? Find out what St. Alphonsus Liguori relates in the conclusion of this series on Mary’s presentation in the temple, today’s memorial celebration.
Mystery of Hope
Dan Burke
June 19, 2017
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What is the mystery of hope? Find out when Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in an excerpt from his Carmelite meditation classic “Divine Intimacy”.
Spiritual Reading Arms Us for Battle
Charlie McKinney
April 19, 2017
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Spiritual reading arms us for battle. Read this post for more advice from Vicki Burbach, author of “How to Read Your Way to Heaven.”
Devotion to Sts Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels
Liz Estler
September 29, 2016
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Why should we have a devotion to the archangels? In what way do they help us? Find out from this adaptation of a treatise on the archangels from a spiritual director and preacher to Discalced Carmelites.
