Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord
Liz Estler
August 6, 2018
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What does the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord mean for us? Liz Estler reflects in this short meditation.
The Way of the Cross
Dan Burke
March 26, 2018
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How does the way of the Cross conform us to Christ? Fr. Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this 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.
Some Babies Cry when a Cross Touches Their Forehead at Baptism: Why?
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
December 4, 2017
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Why would some babies cry at baptism if a cross is placed on their forehead? Father John Bartunek answers a reader’s question and explains what may be happening.
Mortification and Self-Denial
Dan Burke
October 6, 2017
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Dan Burke and Melissa Elson discuss mortification, self-denial, and taking up one’s cross on this edition of Divine Intimacy Radio.
Chaplet of Our Lady of Sorrows (The Seven Dolors Chaplet)
Liz Estler
September 15, 2017
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What is the Chaplet of Our Lady of Sorrows or the Seven Dolors Devotion? Find out how to pray it today in this instructive post, which includes a link to a beautiful video.
The Precious and Life-Giving Cross of Christ
Dan Burke
September 14, 2017
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Why do we celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross today? Saint Theodore the Studite reflects in his classic sermon “Oratio in adorationem crucis”.
From Grief to Grace
Dan Burke
August 29, 2017
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Dan Burke & Melissa Elson talk with Jeannie Ewing about her book “From Grief to Grace” and understanding God’s will in difficult situations.
From Grief to Grace
Dan Burke
May 16, 2017
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Dan Burke and Melissa Elson interview author Jeannie Ewing about her book “From Grief to Grace: The Journey from Tragedy to Triumph” and how we can cope with such in a healthy, faithful way.
Pope Saint Leo the Great on the Passion of the Lord
Dan Burke
April 14, 2017
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On this Good Friday, meditate with Pope Saint Leo the Great on one of his homilies on the Passion of the Lord and God’s great mercy.
The Value of Suffering
Dan Burke
April 3, 2017
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How and why does suffering have value? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his Carmelite meditation classic “Divine Intimacy”.
Raise the Crucifix to Strike Holy Terror in the Antagonist
Charlie Johnson
April 2, 2017
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Why do we raise the crucifix? As we begin Passiontide today, Charlie Johnson reflects on how the crucifix reminds us of the strength Christ gives us to bear our crosses … and how the crucifix strikes terror in the evil one.
The Value of Obedience
Dan Burke
March 27, 2017
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How is God’s will for us manifested? And, what is the value of obedience to that will? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from his Carmelite meditation classic “Divine Intimacy”.
The Solution to Your Sorrow
Fr. Michael Najim
March 23, 2017
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Can we be selfish and truly happy at the same time? Father Michael Najim reflects on the solution to our sorrow.
Mother of a Seminarian
Jo Flemings
October 20, 2016
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What’s it like to be the mother of a seminarian? Find out when Jo Fleming reflects…and shares her spiritual journey.
