Love Never Takes A Day Off
Joseph Hollcraft
March 14, 2019
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Joseph Hollcraft found new meaning in the Little Way of St. Thérèse when his day took a series of unexpected turns.
Thy Face is My Fatherland: Under the Gaze of God
Claire Dwyer
February 11, 2019
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Some of the greatest saints of the Church – and through Scripture, even God Himself – have used the example of gazing into the eyes of another to try to capture the beautiful and astonishingly real experience of God’s great love in the soul: contemplative prayer. Claire Dwyer reflects.
Introducing Christian Mystical Contemplation: Part 21 Mini-Course on Prayer
David Torkington
February 9, 2019
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Today David Torkington continues with the third series of reflections in the Mini-course on prayer, turning his focus to mystical contemplation.
Rushing: An Enemy of Recollection
Jessica Fahy
January 26, 2019
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A steady pace of rushing places a great hindrance not only on peace and rest for ourselves and our family but also on our relationship with God. Rushing ruins our recollection.
St. Thérèse was a Prima Ballerina
Claire Dwyer
December 15, 2018
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St. Thérèse made it look easy–but her fortitude was born out of a million unseen movements of love, Claire Dwyer reflects.
Are Action and Contemplation Mutually Exclusive?
Anthony Lilles
November 3, 2018
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Dr. Anthony Lilles examines the interplay of action and contemplation in the spiritual life.
Avila Institute Fall Courses
Kristin Aebli
October 4, 2018
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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!
A Novena for Justice and Healing in the Church
Dan Burke
September 22, 2018
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Dear Friends, The Church is suffering. Victims are suffering. Faithful priests and Bishops are suffering. The laity are suffering. All of this suffering comes through
Prayer of St. Augustine in Aridity
Dan Burke
August 16, 2018
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A prayer from St. Augustine on aridity is provided for our meditation today, from SpiritualDirection.com.
Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Dan Burke
June 24, 2018
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Meditate on Saint Augustine of Hippo’s famous comparison of Jesus Christ and Saint John the Baptist, the Word made flesh and the Great Forerunner, and Precursor, of the Word.
On the Love of the Three Divine Persons for Man
Dan Burke
May 27, 2018
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On this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, St. Alphonsus Liguori reflects on how each of the three Divine Persons has loved our frail humanity.
The Word was Made Flesh … and Dwelt Among Us
Liz Estler
December 25, 2017
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Verses from St. John of the Cross’ “Romances” form our Christmas meditation today.
The Interior Castle: Saint Teresa’s Diamond
Carmelite Sisters
October 12, 2017
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How does God turn us into His gems? The Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles reflect on how He works in our lives, not unlike the process of bringing a raw diamond to market.
Love One Another: Retreat Guide on St. Therese’s Little Way of Charity
Fr. John Bartunek, LC
September 30, 2017
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Father John Bartunek introduces the latest retreat guide by rcspirituality.com on Saint Therese’s Little Way of Charity regarding holiness, love, sanctity and the Greatest Commandment.
A Practical Commentary on St. Teresa’s Way of Perfection
Anthony Lilles
August 20, 2017
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Dr. Anthony Lilles reviews Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen’s “The Way of Prayer” (2nd edition), a practical commentary on St. Teresa of Avila’s “Way of Perfection” which was just published.
