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 made it look easy–but her fortitude was born out of a million unseen movements of love, Claire Dwyer reflects.
Dr. Anthony Lilles examines the interplay of action and contemplation in the spiritual life.
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!
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
A prayer from St. Augustine on aridity is provided for our meditation today, from SpiritualDirection.com.
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 this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, St. Alphonsus Liguori reflects on how each of the three Divine Persons has loved our frail humanity.
Verses from St. John of the Cross’ “Romances” form our Christmas meditation today.
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.
