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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 9
DAY NINE O Lord, Holy Spirit, grant me sight to see the wondrous promise of divine love; insight to see my own weakness; delight in Your divine presence in my soul which You have made Your temple through sanctifying grace. I pray, O Holy Spirit, that I may be not doubting; that I be spared the pain of being alone without trust or hope in Christ; that my prayer may always be "My Lord and my God!" I pray that I may acquire a sense of retreat to prayer and recollection at various times in my...
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IP#131 Fr. Louis Cameli – The Devil You Do Not Know on...
"The Devil You Don't Know: Recognizing and Resisting Evil in Everyday Life" is not about some "sensationalistic" overview of the "creepy", instead it is a solid resource for those seeking to vanquish the ordinary means in which evil disrupts and damages our spiritual lives. Highly recommended, I've passed this book along to many. Publisher's Weekly says it well: In some ways, it's easy to believe in a devil who makes heads spin round and enables people to levitate. Ubiquitous movies and...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 8
DAY EIGHT O Holy Spirit, life and light of the Church, give us thoughts higher than our own thoughts, and prayers better than our own prayers, and powers beyond our own powers, that we may love and live, imitating Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Come to us, Holy Spirit, come with the Father and the Son and grant me the favor I so earnestly request in this novena... State your request here... Vouchsafe to dwell within our souls and quickly make our hearts Your own. Quench in us the fires...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 7
DAY SEVEN Come, Holy Spirit, creator of all things: come visit our hearts with Your power. Fill with grace, friendly guest, the hearts which You have created. You are called the Consoler, gift from the hand of God, source of life, light, love, and flame, highest good. You are the pledge of sevenfold grace, finger of the Father’s hand, promised us by Him, and You make our tongues speak the truth. Cast light on our senses, pour love into our hearts. Grant our weak bodies strength that they may...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 6
DAY SIX O Father in Heaven, I beg You to send the Holy Spirit. May Your Holy Spirit remind me when I am apt to forget Your law. Your love, Your promises. May Your Holy Spirit strengthen my memory to recall frequently Your sanctity, omniscience, wisdom, and goodness, faithfulness, and love. May Your Holy Spirit encourage me when I am slothful; strengthen me when I am weak; enlighten me when I no longer can help myself. Breathe into me, O Holy Spirit, that I may do what is holy. Stir me, that...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 5
DAY FIVE Come, O Spirit of sanctity, from the glory of heaven and send forth the radiance of Your light. Father of all the poor, light and peace of all hearts, come with Your countless gifts. Consoler in desolation; refreshment full of loveliness, come dear friend of my soul. In weariness send repose; breath gently cool refreshing breeze; console the desolate who weep alone. Light of Beatitude, make our hearts ready; come enter our souls. Without Your grace, man stands alone; he cannot be...
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IP#218 Dick Lyles – Answer Your Call on Inside the Pages
I cannot recommend a book more highly than this, "Answer Your Call: Reclaim God's Purpose For Faith, Family, and Work" is OUTSTANDING! The combined gifts of Dick and Martha Lyles have brought us must a gem which serves as a practical everyday guide for prayer and discernment. The book description below and the interview I have with Dick can provide just some of the reasons why this work is so important, but neither really goes far enough. I have heard from so many men and women looking for...
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IP#217 Pat Gohn – Blessed, Beautiful and Bodacious on...
What a sheer delight to talk with Pat Gohn about "Blessed, Beautiful, and Bodacious: Celebrating the Gift of Catholic Womanhood"! This book is a tour de force of insight on the unique gift of the authentic feminine nature. Pat has an engaging writing ability which richly and warmly blends the teachings of the Church and the Saints with her personal experience and witness. She is informative, sensitive, affirming and challenging; in her you will find the best qualities of the maternal...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 4
DAY FOUR O God, Who today by the light of the Holy Spirit did instruct the hearts of the faithful, give us, by the light of the same Holy Spirit, a love for what is right and just and a constant enjoyment of His comforts. Pray Holy Spirit, that I may strive to learn more of my faith; that I may ever be conscious that reason in all its human magnificence is capable of grasping but a glimpse of the reality that is God. Pray that I may accept as the motto of my life: "All for the greater glory...
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IP#216 Russell Shaw – American Church on Inside the Pages
"Americanization " a very important concept to comprehend when trying to understand the state of the Roman Catholic Church in America. In "American Church: The Remarkable Rise, Meteoric Fall, and Uncertain Future of Catholicism in America" offers that many of the benefits of cultural assimilation exprienced by Catholic immigrants to the U.S., around the turn of the last century, were good. However, the secular culture has threatened the "Catholic identity" of millions of faithful and of...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 3
DAY THREE Heavenly Father, You have called me to be a member of the mystical body of Your Son, Jesus Christ, and to be a temple of the Holy Spirit. I ask You to give me these gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, that I may understand the follies of this world; understanding, that I may grasp more fully the meaning of my existence and the purpose of all things in the world; counsel, that I may always choose the proper way; fortitude, that I may remain faithful to You under the pressure of...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 2
DAY TWO O Holy Spirit, make me faithful in every thought, and grant that I may always listen to your voice, and watch for Your light, and follow Your gracious inspirations. I cling to You, and give myself to You, and ask You by Your compassion to watch over me in my weakness. Holding the pierced feet of Jesus, looking at His Five Wounds, trusting in His Precious Blood, adoring His opened side and stricken heart, I implore You adorable Spirit, helper of my infirmity, to keep me in Your grace,...
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
1. Vicissitudes of the Seventh Mansion. 2. Humility produced by them. 3. Such souls free from mortal and from wilful venial sins. 4. The fate of Solomon. 5. Holy fear. 6. These favours strengthen souls to suffer. 7. Crosses borne by the saints. 8. Effect of vision of our Lord on St. Peter. 9. Fruits of these favours. 10. Why the spiritual marriage takes place. 11. Love for Christ proved by our deeds. 12. True spirituality. 13. Humility and the virtues must combine with prayer. 14. Zeal of...
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Novena to the Holy Spirit Day 1
Novena to the Holy Spirit Begin be reciting the following prayer... O Holy Spirit, Divine Consoler! I adore you as my True God. I offer You my whole heart, and I render You heartfelt thanks for all the benefits You have bestowed upon the world. You are the author of all supernatural gifts and enriched the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, with all favors, I ask you to visit me by Your grace and Your love, and grant me the favor I so earnestly seek... State your request here... O Holy...
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
1. Effects of the graces last received. 2. The soul only cares for God’s honour. 3. But still performs its duties. 4. Other fruits of these favours. 5. The soul’s fervent desire to serve God. 6. Christ dwells within this soul. 7. And recalls it to fervour if negligent. 8. God’s constant care of such souls. 9. Their peace and silence. 10. Few ecstasies in the Seventh Mansions. 11. Probable reasons for this. 12. Allusions in Holy Scripture to this state. 13. Watchfulness of such souls. 14....
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St. Damian of Molokai, apostle of the exiled w/ Dr....
Dr Matthew Bunson co-wrote, with Margaret Bunson, a compelling biography of St. Damien. Dr. Bunson took time to share many more aspects of the life of this incredible saint.
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3 edition – The Seventh Mansions chapter 2 1. The spiritual nuptials introduced by an imaginary vision. 2. Spiritual betrothal and marriage differ. 3. Spiritual marriage lasting. 4. Not so spiritual betrothal. 5. Spiritual marriage permanent. 6. St. Paul and spiritual marriage. 7. The soul’s joy in union. 8. Its conviction of God’s indwelling. 9. Its peace. 10. Christ’s prayer for the divine union of the soul. 11. Its fulfilment. 12....
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3 edition – The Seventh Mansions chapter 1 1. Sublime mysteries of these mansions. 2. St. Teresa abashed at treating such subjects. 3. Our Lord introduces His bride into His presence chamber. 4. Darkness of a soul in mortal sin. 5. Intercession for sinners. 6. The soul an interior world. 7. The spiritual nuptials. 8. Former favours differ from spiritual nuptials. 9. The Blessed Trinity revealed to the soul. 10. Permanence of Its presence in...
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FG#6 Interior Freedom episode 6 – Fountains of Grace...
Discussed in this episode, among other topics, from "Interior Freedom" page 84 ““We can suffer for Only one Moment.” This effort to live in the reality of each moment is of the greatest importance in times of suffering. St Therese of Lisieux said during her illness; “ I only suffer for one moment. It is because people think about the past and the future that they become discouraged and despair. Nobody has the capacity to suffer for ten or twenty years; but we have the grace to bear today the...
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St. Athanasius – Father and Doctor of the Church w/Mike...
St. Athanasius is one of the great Father and Doctors of the Church...the Father of Orthodoxy. His extraordinary life is shared with us by Mike Aquilina. When we say "consubstantial" at mass it's due in part to St. Athansius and the battle against the Arian Heresy. Take a listen and learn more...
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3 edition – The Sixth Mansions chapter 11 1. Favours increase the soul’s desire for God. 2. The dart of love. 3. Spiritual sufferings produced. 4. Its physical effects. S. Torture of the desire for God. 6. These sufferings are a purgatory. 7. The torments of hell. 8. St. Teresa’s painful desire after God. 9. This suffering irresistible. 10. Effects of the dart of love. 11. Two spiritual dangers to life. 12. Courage needed here and given by...
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IP#215 Joseph Pearce – Candles in the Dark on Inside the...
Joseph Pearce is one of my all time favorite writers!!! What a joy to speak to him about "Candles in the Dark: The Authorized Biography of Fr. Richard Ho Lung and the Missionaries of the Poor". Fr. Ho Lung is a fascinating figure: poet, teacher, mystic, and musician (reggae, no less). The child of Chinese Buddhist immigrants, this Jamaican priest is the founder of one of the fastest-growing religious orders in the world, whose mission is to serve the poorest of the poor. With all those...
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IP#214 Dr. Benjamin Wiker – Worshipping the State on...
Dr. Benjamin Wiker once again brings to us a fascinating, well-researched, and informative historical review of the multiple factors which have brought us to the rise of "secular liberalism" in the United States. This is not book about political parties, but rather the overall mindset that has infected every fabric of our society. He demonstrates the interplay between ideas and events. By looking at the teachings of certain influential philosophers (Machiavelli, Hobbes, Spinoza, Rousseau,...
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BTP#22 St. Catherine of Siena – Passion for Truth:...
An Excerpt from today's posting and podcast: Catherine of Siena - passion for truth She is an important figure for those who see a rediscovery of prayer as the force of renewal in the Church. Because she put her devotion to Christ first, she found herself with a spiritual mission to help restore the life and unity of Christ's body. Some of her efforts met with a little success. But as she approached her death at the age of 33, her lifetime of effort in building up the Church seemed to be in...
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Prayers of St. Catherine of Siena
O Supreme and Ineffable God O Supreme and Ineffable God, I have sinned! Therefore, I am unworthy to pray to Thee. But Thou canst make me less unworthy. Punish my sins, O Lord, but turn not away from my misery. From Thee I have received a body which I offer to Thee. Behold my body and my blood! Strike, destroy, reduce my bones to dust, but grant me what I ask for the Sovereign Pontiff, the one Bridegroom of Thy Spouse. May he always know Thy will, may he love it and follow it, so that we may...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 9
Day 9 "My Nature is Fire": In your nature, eternal Godhead, I shall come to know my nature. And what is my nature, boundless love? It is fire, because you are nothing but a fire of love. And you have given humankind a share in this nature, for by the fire of love you created us. And so with all other people and every created thing; you made them out of love. O ungrateful people! What nature has your God given you? His very own nature! Are you not ashamed to cut yourself off from such a noble...
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SOP4 – Who Are We? Jacob and Wrestling with God – The...
Jacob wrestling with Angel. The mystery of the name. We have to let God ask us who we are or will you resist and remain isolated? Our prayer is only going to be fruitful if we surrender ourselves to the question...who are you? Like Jacob, once we give over our name then God can begin to transfigure that name, or in other words, our persons to be more inline with His will, His love, His power. Eventually, in prayer, we have to enter into the struggle...what is really going on in our souls, in...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 8
Day 8 To Queen Giovanna of Naples (written in trance): We have three chief foes. First, the devil, who is weak if I do not make him strong by consenting to his malice. He loses his strength in the power of the Blood of the humble and spotless Lamb. The world with all its honors and delights, which is our foe, is also weak, save in so far as we strengthen it to hurt us by possessing these things with intemperate love. In the gentleness, humility, poverty, in the shame and disgrace of Christ...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 7
Day 7 To the King of France: Oh, how the man should be ashamed who follows the teaching of the devil and his own lower nature, caring more to gain and keep the riches of this world, which are all vain, and pass like the wind, than for his soul and his neighbor For while abiding in hate with his neighbour, he has hate by his side, since hate deprives him of divine charity. Surely he is foolish and blind, for he does not see that with the sword of hate to his neighbor he is killing himself....
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Questions of Faith: The point of Confirmation – Vatican...
From Vatican Radio: Did you know that Jesus means God saves and Christ means the anointed one? And did you know that during the sacrament of Confirmation we too are anointed like Christ to be his witness in the world? Do you know why we choose ‘new’ names for our confirmation? Or why we have to be ‘confirmed in our faith’? And if Confirmation is the last sacrament in the rite of Christian initiation, can you name the other two? In short, what is the point of the sacrament of confirmation?
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Pope Francis: Calumny destroys the work of God in people...
From Vatican Radio: The Pope drew inspiration from the daily readings, in particular the first reading that recounts the episode of Stephen, the first martyr of the Church, being dragged before the Sanhedrin because of his witness to the Gospel. Pope Francis noted that Stephen was a victim of calumny. He is accused of “false witness” but it is not a “fair fight, a fight between good men”, noted Pope Francis, because Stephen’s enemies chose the path of a dirty fight, “the path of calumny”....
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 6
Day 6 To Brother Raimondo of Capua at Avignon: I do not want you to fall into weariness or confusion through any vexations that you might feel in your mind; but I want you to keep that good and holy and true faithful will which I know that God in His mercy has given you ... Yes, I want that out of the shadows should issue knowledge of yourself, free from confusion...Reflect that through love He keeps your will good, and does not let it run by its own consent or pleasure after the suggestions...
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IP#213 Joan Wester Anderson – An Angel to Watch Over Me...
What a delight to talk once again to Joan Wester Anderson. It would be hard to find a more gracious soul than Joan's, and to have a chance to have a conversation about the angels...well it doesn't get much better! Joan is the author of a dozen or more books (many bestsellers!), and her work making known the angelic relam are always a delight. It was difficult to choose which one to discuss first, but we gave it go. I've never been disappointed in her writing, and I highly recommended any of...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 5
Day 5 To Monna Agnese wife of Francesco, a tailor of Florence I desire to see thee clothed in true and perfect humility--for that is a little virtue which makes us great in the sweet sight of God. This is the virtue which constrained and inclined God to make His most sweet Son incarnate in the Womb of Mary. It is as exalted as the proud are humbled; it shines in the sight of God and men; it binds the hands of the wicked, it unites the soul with God, it purifies and laves away the soil of our...
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BG8 Mark Hart the Bible Geek “Answers from the Word” –...
Mark answers - The Gospel of Mark...it's time, context, importance and relevance for today. Who was Mark? Who were the people he was addressing? What makes it unique?
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 4
Day 4 To Nanna, daughter of Benincasa, a little maid, her niece, in Florence: Now, then, we must have light--otherwise it would not be enough. This light has to be the light of most holy faith. But the saints say that faith without works is dead, so our faith might be neither living nor holy, but dead. Therefore we need to exert ourselves virtuously all the time, and leave our childishness and vanities, and not behave any longer like worldly girls, but like faithful brides consecrated to...
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FG#5 Interior Freedom episode 5 – Fountains of Grace...
Discussed in this episode, among other topics, from "Interior Freedom" page 81 Donna Garrett is joined in this particular series by Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, LC “One of the essential conditions of interior freedom is the ability to live in the present moment. For one thing, it is only then that we can exercise freedom. We have no hold on the past--- we can’t change the smallest bit of it. People sometimes try to relive the past events considered failures, (I should have done this.. I should...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 3
The Eternal Father speaks to Catherine: Dearest daughter, contemplate the marvelous state of the soul who receives this bread of life, this food of angels, as she ought. When she receives this sacrament she lives in me and I in her. Just as the fish is in the sea and the sea in the fish, so am I in the soul and the soul in me, the sea of peace. Grace lives in such a soul because, having received this bread of life in grace, she lives in grace.
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IP#212 Fr. Joseph Fessio – Married Priests? on Inside...
"Married Priests? 30 Crucial Questions about Celibacy" is the go to book when seeking answers to just about everything related to the Church's teaching and exprience in regards to priestly celibacy. With Fr. Joseph Fessio S.J., editor and founder of Ignatius Press the publisher of this work, we discuss several of those questions. Why do Catholic priests not marry? How can celibacy possibly be so important to the Church, if Jesus did not even require it of his apostles? How does this...
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SOP3 – The Mystery of Intercessory Prayer and God’s...
Episode 3- The School of Prayer: Reflections on the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI – Abraham the great Patriarch who prays in intercession for Sodom and Gomorrah. The mystery of intercessory prayer and God's great mercy. When we persist in prayer, like Abraham, the more we come to know God and trust in His love for us. How sin corrupts our capacity to receive God's movement of protection and love. How the sacrifice of Christ opens the door to the mystery. If we can learn how to pray, then we...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 2
Day 2 The Eternal Father speaks to Catherine: My Truth invited you to call out thus when He said: "Call and you will be answered; knock and it shall be opened to you; ask and it shall be given to you." So I am telling you what I want you to do. Never relax your desire to ask for My help. Never lower you voice in crying out to Me to be merciful to the world. Never stop knocking at the door of my Truth by following in His footsteps. Find your delight with Him on the cross by feeding on souls...
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IP#211 Dr. Taylor Marshall – A Pope Francis Special...
So good to talk once again with Dr. Taylor Marshall. This time he offers us his insights on the newly elected Pope Francis. We discuss the surprise of his selection and some of the anxiety some people are having about this "unknown" cardinal from Argentina...will he continue the legacy of Bl. John Paul and Pope Benedict or will he journey on another path? Dr. Marshall explores several issues that conservatives, traditionalists, as will as liberals and progressives, may have with our Holy...
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IP#210 Deacon James Keating – Spousal Prayer on Inside...
It was wonderful to talk with Deacon Keating about his book "Spousal Prayer: A Way to Marital Happiness". Filled with practical suggestions, it never "dumbs" the importance of the message by presenting to us yet another "self-help" book, but rather it elevates our understanding and experience of true martial intimacy. A small book, filled with tremendous potential for couples in any stage of their relationship, if they are willing to enter into the union Christ has waiting for them. Don't...
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St. Catherine of Siena Novena Day 1
Day 1 From a letter to Frate Giusto di Giovanni da Volterra: "He gave His blood out of love and it is with this love that He asks us for a drink. I mean that Jesus, who loves, is asking to be loved and served. It is only right that the one who loves ought to be loved. This is how we give our Creator a drink: when we give Him love for love. But we cannot give it to Him through any service we can render Him; no we must give it to Him in the person of our neighbor." Heavenly Father, your glory...
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
1. Reasons for speaking of these supernatural favours. 2. An intellectual vision. 3. God compared to a palace in which His creatures dwell. 4. Forgive as we are forgiven. 5. The vision shows God to be Truth itself. 6. We should imitate God by truthfulness. 7. Why God reveals these truths.
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IP#209 Dr. Peter Kreeft – Jacob’s Ladder on Inside the...
What a glorious opportunity to discuss "Truth" with the one and only Dr. Peter Kreeft. I have to admit, one must be on their toes when discussing any topic with the good doctor, he is one of the great intellects and authors of our time, period. He is always patient, kind and just downright fascinating in this conversation; Dr. Kreeft engages the imagination and guides us deeper into the reality of Divine Revelation. "Jacob's Ladder: 10 Steps to Truth" is an absolutely splendid voyage to...
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IP#208 Dr. Matthew Bunson – Pope Francis on Inside the...
Yet another very special conversation with good friend and Discerning Hearts contributor, Dr. Matthew Bunson about his new book "Pope Francis". He once again demonstrates why he is one of our leading Church historians! No one articulates a moment with more grace and vision, than Dr. Bunson. More than just a "biography" of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina (which is offered beautifully in this volume), he places, in context, the extraordinary events and emotions leading to the...
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BG26 The 7th Commandment – Mark Hart the Bible Geek...
Mark breaks open The TEN COMMANDMENTS- The Seventh Commandment: YOU SHALL NOT STEAL.
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SOP2 – Faith and Reason in the Life of Prayer – The...
The School of Prayer: Reflections on the teachings of Pope Benedict XVI – Faith and reason in the life of prayer. Allowing God to effect our minds, as well as our hearts. If you let God close you will be free...to let him in so close that God prays in you. Letting God's love be the norm of our culture...in the other and in the poor. The role of silence in prayer and posture of kneeling.
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“O humdrum days, filled with darkness…” a reflection w/...
Dr. Anthony Lilles offers us a tremendous reflection based on a particular passage found in St. Faustina's diary, #1373. He shares what it meant when she wrote it in the context of the world in 1937, and what it now means in the world in 2013. But more than that, he helps us to see how we can live this out in our everyday lives. From the Diary of St. Faustina: 1373 O humdrum days, filled with darkness, I look upon you with a solemn and festive eye.
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“We Mask Our Poverty with Vanity and Pride…” Pope...
From Vatican Radio: The Holy Father went on to say that, at other times, “We think we save ourselves with vanity, with pride,” that, “We believe ourselves powerful ...,” and that “We mask our poverty, our sins, with vanity, with pride ... Even that ends,” he said, but, “true salvation is in the dignity that God gives back to us in the hope that Christ has given us at Easter. “Let's make today an act of faith,” said Pope Francis, “[Let us say]: Lord, I believe. I believe in Your love. I...
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IP#207 Sr. Janice McGrane – Saints for Healing On on...
It was a delight to once again talk with Sr. Janice McGrane S. S. J., this time about her book "Saints for Healing: Stories of Courage and Hope". In this, her second book, she offers a short biography of the lives of 11 saints, their background on relevant cultural issues, and a reflection. Each saint has a special connection to "healing"...some are expected, some are a wonderful surprise. Sr. Janice has introduced us to special companions who can walk with us on the journey to our ultimate...
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SOP1 – “Why we need Prayer” – The School of Prayer w/...
“Life without prayer has no meaning or points of reference". The relationship between the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit is so essential to our understanding of prayer. The meaning of the Church. Suffering the coming of the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the face of God. Do not be afraid, He will teach you happiness. From Pope Benedict's 1st audience on prayer: Human life is a fabric woven of good and of evil, of undeserved suffering and of joy and beauty that spontaneously and irresistibly...
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BKL34 – Who are you? Your Catholic Identity with Msgr....
Msgr. Esseff reflects on the readings for the 2nd Sunday of Easter and it's meanings for our lives. He discusses the identity of the Christian, and in particular, what it means to be a "Catholic".
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Day 9 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me the Souls who have become Lukewarm, and immerse them in the abyss of My mercy. These souls wound My Heart most painfully. My soul suffered the most dreadful loathing in the Garden of Olives because of lukewarm souls. They were the reason I cried out: ‘Father, take this cup away from Me, if it be Your will.’ For them, the last hope of salvation is to run to My mercy.” Most compassionate Jesus, You are Compassion Itself. I bring lukewarm souls into the abode of Your Most...
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Day 8 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me the Souls who are in the prison of Purgatory, and immerse them in the abyss of My mercy. Let the torrents of My Blood cool down their scorching flames. All these souls are greatly loved by Me. They are making retribution to My justice. It is in your power to bring them relief. Draw all the indulgences from the treasury of My Church and offer them on their behalf. Oh, if you only knew the torments they suffer, you would continually offer for them the alms of the spirit and...
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Day 7 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me the Souls who especially venerate and glorify My Mercy*, and immerse them in My mercy. These souls sorrowed most over my Passion and entered most deeply into My spirit. They are living images of My Compassionate Heart. These souls will shine with a special brightness in the next life. Not one of them will go into the fire of hell. I shall particularly defend each one of them at the hour of death.” Most Merciful Jesus, whose Heart is Love Itself, receive into the abode of...
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Day 6 – Divine Mercy Novena
"Today bring to Me the Meek and Humble Souls and the Souls of Little Children, and immerse them in My mercy. These souls most closely resemble My Heart. They strengthened Me during My bitter agony. I saw them as earthly Angels, who will keep vigil at My altars. I pour out upon them whole torrents of grace. I favor humble souls with My confidence.” Most Merciful Jesus, You yourself have said, “Learn from Me for I am meek and humble of heart.” Receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate...
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Day 5 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me the Souls of those who have separated themselves from My Church*, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. During My bitter Passion they tore at My Body and Heart, that is, My Church. As they return to unity with the Church My wounds heal and in this way they alleviate My Passion.” Most Merciful Jesus, Goodness Itself, You do not refuse light to those who seek it of You. Receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart the souls of those who have separated...
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Day 4 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me those who do not believe in God and those who do not know Me; I was thinking also of them during My bitter Passion, and their future zeal comforted My Heart. Immerse them in the ocean of My mercy.” Most compassionate Jesus, You are the Light of the whole world. Receive into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart the souls of those who do not believe in God and of those who as yet do not know You. Let the rays of Your grace enlighten them that they, too, together with...
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Day 3 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me all Devout and Faithful Souls, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. These souls brought me consolation on the Way of the Cross. They were a drop of consolation in the midst of an ocean of bitterness.” Most Merciful Jesus, from the treasury of Your mercy, You impart Your graces in great abundance to each and all. Receive us into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart and never let us escape from It. We beg this grace of You by that most wondrous love for the...
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From Jerusalem on Holy Saturday with Fr. David Neuhaus –...
The pierced and bloodied body of Christ has been taken down from the cross and laid to rest in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea, the great rock rolled over its entrance and all is silent.. On Holy Saturday, as we prepare to celebrate the great mystery of the Lord’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday, we are given a gift: a time for silent reflection and prayer, a moment to ask forgiveness and to hope in the joy that only Christ can bring. To help us enter into the proper spirit of the day, we go...
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The Suffering of Love: Christ’s Descent into the Hell of...
The best interview we ever had on the many aspects of the Holy Saturday experience was with Dr. Regis Martin professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, and the author of several books on spirituality and theology. Making sense of human suffering is a challenge in every age, and many a person confronted with man’s inhumanity to his fellow man has lost his faith in a good God. The Holocaust, in particular, because of the scope of its ruthlessness, has raised the...
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Day 2 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me the Souls of Priests and Religious, and immerse them in My unfathomable mercy. It was they who gave me strength to endure My bitter Passion. Through them as through channels My mercy flows out upon mankind.” Most Merciful Jesus, from whom comes all that is good, increase Your grace in men and women consecrated to Your service,* that they may perform worthy works of mercy; and that all who see them may glorify the Father of Mercy who is in heaven. Eternal Father, turn Your...
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The Passion of the Lamb ….In Conversation with Fr....
Bruce and I had the opportunity to have a conversation with Fr. Thomas Acklin, a Benedictine monk and priest, is a professor of theology and psychology at St. Vincent College and Seminary in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. He is author of a tremendous work entitled "The Passion of the Lamb". In this book, he challenges us to become lambs like Christ, the little children He calls us to be so that we may be able to follow him in Word and Deed. Fr. Acklin is a master spiritual director, who helps us to...
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IP#206 Sharon Doran – “The Bible” on an Inside the Pages...
With "Seeking Truth" founder and teaching director, Sharon Doran, we take a critical look at the History Channel presentation of "The Bible", produced by Roma Downey and Mark Burnett. While we appreciate the opportunity to have the Bible lifted up in such a way on cable television, this presentation, and in particular the episode entitled "The Mission", contains some problematic elements which subtly challenge basic tenets of our Catholic Christian understanding of the Gospel. The argument...
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ROHC – sp5 Good Friday with Deacon James Keating Resting...
From the archives of Spirit Mornings we bring you Deacon James Keating discussing Ash Wednesday and our Lenten practice. Deacon Keating is the Director of Theological Formation for the Institute for Priestly Formation at Creighton University.
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Day 1 – Divine Mercy Novena
“Today bring to Me all mankind, especially all sinners, and immerse them in the ocean of My mercy. In this way you will console Me in the bitter grief into which the loss of souls plunges Me.” Most Merciful Jesus, whose very nature it is to have compassion on us and to forgive us, do not look upon our sins but upon our trust which we place in Your infinite goodness. Receive us all into the abode of Your Most Compassionate Heart, and never let us escape from It. We beg this of You by Your...
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RNPF – Regnum Novum – Pope Francis
In this special edition we discuss Pope Francis - who is he and what might his message be.
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FG#4 Interior Freedom episode 4 – Fountains of Grace...
Discussed in this episode, among other topics, from "Interior Freedom" page 75 "Let us ask ourselves this question, to what degree can the evil in my surroundings effect me? With the apologies to those I am going to scandalize,I say that the evil around us- the sins of others, of people in the church, of society-does not become an evil for us unless we let Him penetrate our hearts. The point isn't that we should become indifferent. Just the opposite. The holier we are the more we will suffer...
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IP#205 Christopher West – Fill These Hearts on Inside...
Christopher West continues to offer to us work that is compelling, as well as challenging, in regards to our deepest desires...the yearning in our hearts that can only find rest in God. Through the Scriptures, the writings of the Saints, and the teachings of the Church, Christopher West helps us to understand that so much of what we seek and how we seek it, especially expressed through our bodies, cannot be authentically found in what our culture offers. The only place where true peace, joy,...
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The Strength of Discernment – What is Spiritual...
Msgr. Esseff, after leading a retreat consisting of over 140 Spiritual Directors from around the country, discusses Discernment. Why is is it such an important aspect of our lives? What is the role of the Spiritual Director? What are the signs of a good spiritual director ? How do we encounter them?
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St. Joseph Novena Day 9
DAY NINE O good Saint Joseph, help us to be like you, gentle to those whose weakness leans on us; help us to give to those who seek our aid, succor that they may journey unafraid. Give us your faith, that we may see the right shining above the victories of might. Give us your hope that we may stand secure, untouched by doubting, steadfast to endure. Give us your love that as the years increase an understanding heart may bring us peace. Give us your purity that the hour of death finds us...
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The Feast of St. Joseph – Daily Reading and Reflection...
an excerpt from today's reflection by Don Schwager: Are you prepared to obey the Lord in everything? Faith in God's word and obedience to his commands go hand in hand. Joseph, like Mary, is a model of faith and justice. Matthew tells us that Joseph was a “just man”. John Chrysostom, the great 5th century father writes:“The concept of 'just' here signifies the man who possesses all the virtues. By 'justice' one at times understands only one virtue in particular, as in the phrase: the one who...
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Walk Humbly Before Your God…. In Conversation with Fr....
"Walk Humbly Before Your God: Simple Steps to a Virtuous Life" is an all-time favorite. Fr. Andrew Apostoli, member of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and a frequent host on the Eternal Word Television Network, has a beautiful way of shining new light on basic truths. He graciously takes time to teach us on the nature of prayer, how it develops in our lives and how we can nurture it. He speaks on Jesus and several aspects surrounding His prayer: praise, thanksgiving, intercession, and...
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CTD#5 – “Leaving the Desert” – Crossing the Desert: Lent...
CTD#5 – "Leaving the Desert" - Crossing the Desert: Lent and Conversion with Deacon James Keating "Celebrating the sacrament of reconciliation is, for many Catholics, a most daunting prospect. This sacrament has been the source of many jokes, composed perhaps by persons seeking to reduce the level of stress they feel regarding one of its main components: naming personal sin. The naming of one's own sin to oneself and to a priest is self-revelatory to the point of evoking anxiety. Initially,...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 8
DAY EIGHT O blessed Joseph, to whom it was given not only to see and to hear that God whom many kings longed to see and saw not; to hear and heard not; but also to carry Him in your arms, to embrace Him, to clothe Him, and to guard and defend Him, come to our assistance and intercede with Him to look favorably on our present petition. (State your request here...) Amen. Saint Joseph, pray for us!
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Saint Cyril of Jerusalem, a master in teaching the faith...
Mike Aquilina offers us deep insight on the life of St. Cyril of Jerusalem. "During his early years as a bishop, most likely around 350, he delivered a series of lectures to new initiates of the Catholic Church. Twenty-four of the lectures have survived and are studied today." "In 381, St. Cyril participated in the Second Ecumenical Council, which condemned two different forms of Arianism and added statements about the Holy Spirit to the Nicene Creed of 325. St. Cyril of Jerusalem died in...
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BKL33 – God’s Mercy and Our Need to Forgive – Building a...
Msgr. Esseff reflects on the readings for the 5th Sunday of Lent. He discusses the mercy of God and our need to seek out forgiveness for our sins and the healing of our brokenness What is key is that we must trust in the love of the Father and unite ourselves with the heart of Jesus Christ.
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St. Joseph Novena Day 7
DAY SEVEN O faithful and prudent Saint Joseph, watch over our weakness and our inexperience; obtain for us that prudence which reminds us of our end, which directs our paths and which protects us from every danger. Pray for us, then, O great Saint, and by your love for Jesus and Mary, and by their love for you, obtain for us the favor we ask in this novena... (State your request here...) Amen. Saint Joseph, pray for us!
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St. Patrick, the apostle of Ireland… In Conversation...
Join Bruce and I as we discuss with Dr. Philip Freeman, PhD, author of "St. Patrick of Ireland", the life of this great saint. A reading from the Confession of St Patrick (Conf 34,36,37,38,39) "I give thanks to my God tirelessly who kept me faithful in the day of trial, so that today I offer sacrifice to him confidently, the living sacrifice of my life to Christ, my Lord, who preserved me in all my troubles. I can say therefore: Who am I, Lord, and what is my calling that you should...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 6
DAY SIX O glorious Saint Joseph, appointed by the Eternal Father as the guardian and protector of the life of Jesus Christ, the comfort and support of His Holy Mother, and the instrument in His great design for the redemption of mankind; you who had the happiness of living with Jesus and Mary, and of dying in their arms, be moved with confidence we place in you, and procure for us from the Almighty, the particular favor which we humbly ask through your intercession... (State your request...
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SC-5 – The 12th, 13th, and 14th Stations – Stations of...
The Stations of the Cross - one of the most powerful devotionals alive in the heart of the Church. Reflecting and deeply meditating on the Passion of the Christ, Deacon Keating guides us through the 12th station (Jesus dies on the Cross), the 13th station (Jesus taken down from the Cross and laid in the arms of His mother), and the 14th station (Jesus is placed in the tomb) along the Way of the Cross.
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The Story of St. Francis – from Vatican Radio
From Vatican Radio: The 265th Successor of Peter has taken the name Francis. He hasn't yet told us why but one presumes it's after Saint Francis who was born in Assisi, an Umbrian hilltop town in 1181. Saint Francis is "the one saint whom all generations have succeeded in canonising" and is probably the best known saint in the whole calendar. The 19th century French Protestant writer Ernest Renan , declared that " after Jesus, he was the only perfect Christian . Blessed " Pope Pius IX , in...
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FG#3 Interior Freedom episode 3 – Fountains of Grace...
Discussed in this episode, among other topics, from "Interior Freedom" page 66 Freedom can be diminished by a dependence on someone whom we love too much(and in the wrong way) who becomes so indispensable to us that we partly lose our autonomy. But a refusal to forgive also binds us to the person we resent, and diminishes or destroys our freedom. we are as dependent on the people we hate as on those we love in a disproportionate manner. When we foster resentment toward someone, we can't stop...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 5
DAY FIVE O holy St. Joseph, what a lesson your life is for us, ever so eager to appear so anxious to display before the eyes of men the graces that we owe entirely to the liberality of God. In addition to the special favor for which we plead in this novena... (State your request here...) grant that we may attribute to God the glory of all things, that we may love the humble and hidden life, that we may not desire any other position than the one given us by Providence and that we may always...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 4
DAY FOUR Saint Joseph, pride of Heaven, unfailing hope for our lives, and support of those on earth, graciously accept our prayer of praise. You were appointed spouse of the chaste Virgin by the Creator of the world. He willed that you be called "father" of the Word and serve as agent of our salvation. May the triune God who bestowed upon you heavenly honors, be praised forever. And may He grant us through your merits the joy of a blessed life and a favorable answer to our petition. (State...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 3
DAY THREE Blessed St. Joseph, enkindle in our cold hearts a spark of your charity. May God be always the first and only object of our affections. Keep our souls always in sanctifying grace and, if we should be so unhappy as to lose it, give us the strength to recover it immediately by a sincere repentance. Help us to such a love of our God as will always keep us united to Him. O glorious St. Joseph, through the love you bear to Jesus Christ and for the glory of His name, hear our prayers and...
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IP#204 Gregory Erlandson – Papal Election 2013 and the...
The New Evangelization, during this Year of Faith, has experienced an incredible moment with the Papal Conclave convened to elect the 265th successor to St. Peter! We had a chance to talk with someone on the ground covering this historic moment first hand...Gregory Erlandson. As Publisher and President of the Our Sunday Visitor Publishing Division, Greg brings incredible insight on what is occurring at this historic moment having spent years in Rome reporting on the activities of our...
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The Mysterious Prayer of Gethsemane – a reflection with...
An Excerpt: The hymn of praise learned with the Suffering Servant on the Mount of Olives is shrouded in a mystery. It is against this mystery that therapeutic approaches to prayer should be discerned. Psychological or physical tantrums are silenced before the authentic cry of heart offered by the Son of Man. His love for his disciples and devotion to the Father challenges any consumerist attitude toward the things of God. His sorrow and spiritual poverty helps us feel the appropriate shame...
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
1. The jewel in the locket. 2. The simile explained. 3. The apparition explained. 4. Awe produced by this vision. 5. False and genuine visions. 6. Illusive visions. 7. Effects of a genuine vision. 8. Conviction left by a genuine vision. 9. Its effects upon the after conduct. 10. A confessor should be consulted. 11. How to treat visions. 12. Effects of seeing the face of Christ. 13. Reasons why visions are not to be sought. 14. The second reason. 15. Third reason. 16. Fourth reason. 17. Fifth...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 2
DAY TWO O blessed Saint Joseph, tenderhearted father, faithful guardian of Jesus, chaste spouse of the Mother of God, we pray and beseech you to offer to God the Father, His divine son, bathed in blood on the Cross for sinners, and through the thrice holy name of Jesus obtain for us of the eternal Father the favor for which we implore your intercession... (State your request here...) Amid the splendors of eternity, forget not the sorrows of those who pray, those who weep; stay the almighty...
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CTD#4 – “The Desert of Sin” – Crossing the Desert: Lent...
"Any moral conversion, if it is to be real, must work its way into our minds and hearts. The conversion we undergo is one that transforms our entire person, and so our thought processes, habits, perceptions, and affections all become realigned to a new way of seeing good and evil Patience with ourselves, as well as with ohters who are also in the midst of conversion, becomes the key virtue to cultivate. God knows we are on the right track once we embrace such a conversion, and so being...
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St. Joseph Novena Day 1
O glorious Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, to you we raise our hearts and hands to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the benign heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly for the grace of a happy death and the special favor we now request... (State your request here.) O guardian of the Word Incarnate, we feel animated with confidence that your prayers in our behalf will be graciously heard before...
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BKL32 – Let NOTHING Keep You From the Love of the Father...
Msgr. Esseff reflects on the readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent. He discusses the Sacrament of Reconciliation and how it's key in the area of true inner healing. The healing from the damage done by our sinful choices is more important than even physical healing. He implores us all to see the value of this tremendous gift.
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IP#202 Fr. Donald Calloway – Under the Mantle on Inside...
"Under the Mantle: Marian Thoughts from a 21st Century Priest" is fantastic! Fr. Donald Calloway's books just keep getting better and better. In this work, he begins this journey with Our Lady, who then guides the reader through the rich treasures found in the Church established by her Son, Jesus Christ. Through the Sacraments, to the depth of devotion found in our spiritual practices, and then with a rich appreciation of what authentic manhood and femininity truly are, Fr. Calloway explores...
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SC-4 – The 9th, 10th, and 11th Stations – Stations of...
Episode 4 -Stations of the Cross: Reflections with Deacon James Keating – The Stations of the Cross - one of the most powerful devotionals alive in the heart of the Church. Reflecting and deeply meditating on the Passion of the Christ, Deacon Keating guides us through the 9th station (Jesus fall a 3rd time), the 10th station (Jesus is stripped of His garments), and the 11th station (Jesus is nailed to the Cross) along the Way of the Cross.
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BG25 The 6th Commandment – Mark Hart the Bible Geek...
Mark breaks open The TEN COMMANDMENTS- The Sixth Commandment: YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY.
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
The Sixth Mansions Chapter 8: 1. Our Lord’s presence accompanying the soul. 2. St. Teresa’s experience of this. 3. Confidence and graces resulting from this vision. 4. Its effects . 5. It Produces humility. 6. And prepares the soul for other graces. 7. Consciousness of the presence of the saints. 8. Obligations resulting from this grace. 9. Signs that this favour is genuine. 10. A confessor should be consulted. 11. Our Lord will enlighten our advisers. 12. Cautions about this vision.
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When Prayer Feels Wasted – a reflection with Dr. Anthony...
When Prayer Feels Wasted - a reflection with Dr. Anthony Lilles An excerpt: For the Christian, the tired sorrow of unanswered prayer has been made open to an explosive beatitude. The Word of the Father made this painful cry His own when He implicated Himself in our sin. In this, the Suffering Servant found a way so that we would not have to suffer our plight alone - our wounds are healed by His. His last wordless cry of abandonment revealed His life's project: He dared to offer with love to...
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The Story of St. Perpetua and St. Felicity with Mike...
Mike Aquilina offers the compelling story of the St. Perpetua and her great friend and sister in the faith, St. Felicity. From CNA: Saints Perpetua and Felicity were martyrs who died for the faith around the year 203. St. Perpetua was a young, well-educated, noblewoman and mother living in the city of Carthage in North Africa. Her mother was a Christian and her father was a pagan. In terms of her faith, Perpetua followed the example of her mother. Despite the pleas of her father to deny her...
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FG#2 Interior Freedom episode 2 – Fountains of Grace...
Discussed in this episode, among other topics, from "Interior Freedom": “Sometimes we tend to forbid ourselves some wholesome aspiration, some accomplishment, or legitimate happiness. A subconscious psychological mechanism makes us deny ourselves happiness out of a sense of guilt or it may come from a false idea of God’s will, as if we ought to deprive ourselves systematically of everything good in life! In either case, it has nothing to do with genuine spiritual realism and acceptance of...
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CTD#3 – “Waiting in the Desert” – Crossing the Desert:...
CTD#3 – "Waiting in the Desert" - "The ancient image of Lent as a time of withdrawal is relevant to the formation of conscience if we perceive that our consciences have been inordinately attached to anemic sources of influence. Christians are called to transform the world of culture, work, and politics according to the truths learned through Christ in the Church. It is a powerful and dignified calling. Lent affords us a good opportunity to repent of those habits, attitudes, or behaviors that...
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IP#201 Dr. Lawrence Cunningham – The 7 Deadly Sins on...
I so enjoyed my conversation with Dr. Lawrence Cunningham. In his book, "The Seven Deadly Sins: A Visitor's Guide", Dr. Cunningham draws from the wisdom of the mystical desert fathers. He offers us insight on sloth, envy, gluttony, greed, anger, lust and pride - how they were first identified as the "deadly"sins, what they might look like in today's world, and how corresponding virtues can counter their destructive tendencies. A fascinating read!
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The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila audio mp3...
The Sixth Mansions chapter 7: 1. Sorrow for sin felt by souls in the Sixth Mansion. 2. How this sorrow is felt. 3. St. Teresa’s grief for her past sins. 4. Such souls, centred in God, forget self-interest. 5. The remembrance of divine benefits increases contrition. 6. Meditation on our Lord’s Humanity. 7. Warning against discontinuing it. 8. Christ and the saints our models. 9. Meditation of contemplatives. 10. meditation during aridity. 11. We must search for God when we do not feel His...
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The Biblical Basis for the Papacy … In Conversation with...
This is such an interesting conversation Bruce and I had with author John Salza! We discussed this time around, "The Biblical Basis for the Papacy". Fascinating.
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SC-3 – The 6th, 7th, and 8th Stations – Stations of the...
The Stations of the Cross - one of the most powerful devotionals alive in the heart of the Church. Reflecting and deeply meditating on the Passion of the Christ, Deacon Keating guides us through the 6th station (Veronica wipes the face of Jesus), the 7th station (Jesus falls a 2nd time), and the 8th station (Jesus encounters the women of Jerusalem) along the Way of the Cross.
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BKL31 – REPENT and Surrender to Love…100% – Building a...
Msgr. Esseff offers insights on the readings for the 4th Sunday of Lent. It calls for 100% surrender to love. Repentance is key… repentance 100% .
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IP#200 Thomas Craughwell – Popes Who Resigned on Inside...
Thomas Craughwell in, "Popes Who Resigned: Benedict Xvi and 13 Other Popes Who Retired (or Were Deposed)", has once again proven why his writing is so fascinating and enjoyable. He never shys away from the uncomfortable fact. He presents the information with the peace and good humor which comes from the hindsight afforded by history and a knowledge of a God who eventually brings all things into in order despite his earthly childrens best efforts to mess things up. We can learn much from a...
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CTD#2 – “The Desert of Ordinary Life” – Crossing the...
Episode 2 -Crossing the Desert: Lent and Conversion – "The Desert of Ordinary Life". --The only location for God to interact with us is deep within the ordinariness of our days. We are called to cherish the ordinary day, not because of its routine or common features, but because within this daily forum God reaches us through others, through worship, charity, and our relational commitments. Our daily lives carry an invitation from God to become morally good and holy; it is the only medium...
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RN33 – Regnum Novum – “Economic Life” in the Compendium...
Episode 33- Regnum Novum: Bringing forth the New Evangelization through Catholic Social Teaching with Omar Gutierrez - We continue the study of the "Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church" Chapter 7 - What is "economics" and why does the Church have a role in how it is lived out? Who are the poor? How are we called to live out our Catholic faith in the area of the "economy"? CHAPTER SEVEN ECONOMIC LIFE I. BIBLICAL ASPECTS a. Man, poverty and riches b. Wealth exists to be shared 328....
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FG#1 Interior Freedom episode 1 – Fountains of Grace...
Join host Donna Garrett, with Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, LC, as they discuss the spiritual classic "Interior Freedom" by Fr. Jacques Philippe a priest of Communaute des Beatitudes, an international association of the faithful of Pontifical Right founded in France in 1973. The members of the Community, which has a contemplative vocation based on Carmelite spirituality, are actively engaged in the service of the poor and the proclamation of the Gospel. Discussed in this episode, among other...
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IP#199 Tom Peterson – Catholics Come Home on Inside the...
What a delight to talk with Tom Peterson! With a joyful enthusiasm fueled by his rich prayer life, Tom has become a compelling leader in the New Evangelization, especially in the United States. With his book ,"Catholics Come Home: God’s Extraordinary Plan for Your Life" , he expands his list of significant contributions to that effort which have encouraged countless souls to embrace the gift of the Catholic faith. Not only does he share his own powerful witness, but he offers practical...
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BKL30 – The Transfiguration and the Glory of God –...
Msgr. Esseff offers insights on the Transfiguration and it's meaning for our lives today. From the NAB Gospel LK 9:28B-36 Jesus took Peter, John, and James and went up the mountain to pray. While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah, who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus that he was going to accomplish in Jerusalem. Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep, but...
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SC-2 – The 3rd and 4th Stations – Stations of the Cross...
The Stations of the Cross - one of the most powerful devotionals alive in the heart of the Church. Reflecting and deeply meditating on the Passion of the Christ, Deacon Keating guides us through the 3rd station (Jesus falls the first time), the 4th station (Jesus encounters His Blessed Mother), and the 5th station (Simon of Cyrene is forced to carry the Cross) along the Way of the Cross
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CTD#1 – “The Desert of Consumerism” – Crossing the...
Episode 1 -Crossing the Desert: Lent and Conversion – "The Desert of Consumerism". Lent wants to remind us of our real identity. At first appearance a seeming “obligation,” Lent is actually a great gift. Are we brave enough to enter this desert, and then let it affect us so deeply as to turn us away from sin and false identities, turn us toward communion with the living God? The Church presents this season to us every year because it is hoped that this year will be our year to say “Yes” to...
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USCCA34 – The United States Catholic Catechism for...
Archbishop Lucas offers insights on the US Catholic Catechism for Adults Chapter 28: The Fourth Commandment deals with all aspects of family life—parental and filial duties and responsibilities, that is, those of love from child to parent. This includes the duties of children toward their parents, the duties of brothers and sisters toward each other, and the responsibilities of adult children toward their older parents. This Commandment also addresses the duties of government and the duties...
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IP#198 Msgr. Charles Murphy – Eucharistic Adoration on...
"Eucharistic Adoration: Holy Hour Meditations on the Seven Last Words of Christ" is a marvelous book for enhancing your experience of one of the Church's richest devotions. Msgr. Charles Murphy pours into this work over 50 years of priestly life and pastoral experience in spreading the devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. He ties together reflections on the seven last words of Jesus with the profiles of seven modern Christians known for their devotion to the Eucharist, including Simone Weil,...
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IP#36 Neil Lozano – Resisting the Devil on Inside the...
It's all about conversion...continually turning towards the Lord and allowing Him to heal us. Deliverance ministry really acknowledges the power of Jesus Christ to make all things new and to heal the damage done to us by sin and those spirits which get into our brokeness and wounds to drive us away from God. Neil Lozano has done extraordinary work with the "Unbound Ministries" ; it truly allow us to let the Father "deliver us from evil". This is one of the best books I have ever read on the...
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IP#197 Dr. Taylor Marshall – The Eternal City on Inside...
I've had the blessing of reading many wonderful books, but this one in particular, has become a fast favorite! Dr. Taylor Marshall has penned one of those works that you want to take the time to completely absorb, but also want to read quickly because it such a great story. What a joy. Filled with unexpected connections, rich in fascinating details, and abundant with "I-knew-that-but-I-didn't-know-I-knew-that" moments, Dr. Marshall's gifted teaching and storytelling engages the mind and the...
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SC-1 – The 1st and 2nd Stations – Stations of the Cross...
Episode 1 -Stations of the Cross: Reflections with Deacon James Keating – The Stations of the Cross - one of the most powerful devotionals alive in the heart of the Church. While Reflecting deeply on the Passion of the Christ, Deacon Keating guides us through the 1st and 2nd station along the Way of the Cross.
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DWG11 – Discerning the Will of God: An Ignatian Guide to...
In this episode with Fr. Gallagher, there is a brief summary of the First and Second Mode. Then Fr. Gallagher breaks open the Third Mode, a Ponderousness of Reasons, also know as the 4 columns.
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Lent – praying from the heart with Dr. Anthony Lilles
During Lent, we dedicate ourselves to prayer, fasting and almsgiving. These practices are simple ways of expressing our gratitude to Jesus for what He has done for us. This in fact is the very nature of penance. Penance is love which responds to mercy - and this love is not content with words, thoughts and feelings. This love needs to express itself in a prayer the cries from the heart, in sacrifice that really costs, and in little hidden acts of kindness which comfort those who most need...
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ROHC – sp4 Ash Wednesday and Lent with Deacon James...
From the archives of Spirit Mornings we bring you Deacon James Keating discussing Ash Wednesday and our Lenten practice. Deacon Keating is the Director of Theological Formation for the Institute for Priestly Formation at Creighton University.
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Welcome to Lent….
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#194 George Weigel – Evangelical Catholicism on Inside...
At stunning moment in the recent history of the Catholic Church, the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI as Supreme Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church effective February 28, we had the opportunity to George Weigel before his departure for Rome to be, once again, a witness to history. In "Evangelical Catholicism: Deep Reform in the 21st-Century Church" he writes of this particular moment in the life of the Catholic Church. Our conversation centers on the Papacy and its future. I cannot...
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IP#196 Mark Brumley – “Knowing God” on Inside the Pages
It's great to be joined once again by Mark Brumley, this time to discuss "Knowing God: God and the Human Condition" (previously titled God and the Human Mind) authored by the great Catholic writer, teacher, and publisher Frank Sheed. Written in 1966 during the time of the Second Vatican Council, Sheed addresses the most challenging questions the human mind can pose about God, without presenting answers in dry academic way. Instead, because of his gifted writing style, he engages the reader...
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IP#195 Fr. R. Scott Hurd – The Living Gospel: Daily...
Here it is…a marvelousLentendevotional by Fr. R. Scott Hurd, entitled “The Living Gospel: Daily Devotions for Lent 2013“. In this handy booklet, published by Ave Maria Press, he offers day-to-day pastoral care to nurture each day of ourLentenjourney. Fr. Hurd is a wonderful storyteller, as well as, a insightful leader of prayerful reflection. An [...]
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Our Lady of Lourdes – Prayer, Penance, Spiritual &...
A prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes by Pope John Paul II [powerpress="devotionals-prayers"] Hail Mary, poor and humble Woman, Blessed by the Most High! Virgin of hope, dawn of a new era, We join in your song of praise, to celebrate the Lord’s mercy, to proclaim the coming of the Kingdom and the full liberation of humanity. Hail Mary, lowly handmaid of the Lord, Glorious Mother of Christ! Faithful Virgin, holy dwelling-place of the Word, Teach us to persevere in listening to the Word, and to be...
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St. Scholastica, “to soar to heaven like a dove in...
Join us with Teresa Monaghen, of Pro Sanctity, as we discuss the life of St. Scholastica -- Collect Prayer: O God, to show us where innocence leads, you made the soul of your virgin Saint Scholastica soar to heaven like a dove in flight. Grant through her merits and her prayers that we may so live in innocence as to attain to joys everlasting. This we ask through our Lord.
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 9
O glorious Mother of God, to you we raise our hearts and hands to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the benign Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for our spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly for the grace of a happy death. O Mother of our Divine Lord, as we conclude this novena for the special favor we seek at this time. (make your request) We feel animated with confidence that your prayers in our behalf will be graciously heard. O Mother of My Lord, through...
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Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devotion – Mp3 downloadable...
PRIEST: Most holy and Immaculate Virgin and our Mother Mary, you are our Perpetual Help, our refuge and our hope. ALL: We come to you today. We thank God for all the graces received through your intercession. Mother of Perpetual Help, we promise to live you always and to do all we can to lead others to you. PRIEST: Mother of Perpetual Help, confident of your powerful influence with God, obtain for us these graces: ALL: The strength to overcome temptation, a perfect love for Jesus Christ, and...
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 8
O Immaculate Mother of God, from heaven itself you came to appear to the little Bernadette in the rough Grotto of Lourdes! And as Bernadette knelt at your feet and the miraculous spring burst forth and as multitudes have knelt ever since before your shrine, O Mother of God, we kneel before you today to ask that in your mercy you plead with your Divine Son to grant the special favor we seek in this novena. (make your request) O Brilliant star of purity, Mary Immaculate, Our Lady of Lourdes,...
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What is The New Evangelization with Fr. Peter Cameron,...
From Dominican Friars of the St. Joseph Province Watch the video below of Father Peter John Cameron, O.P., editor-in-chief of “Magnificat” magazine, delivering the keynote address at a Catholic Convocation in the Diocese of Raleigh. Using humor and anecdotes, Fr. Cameron spoke about the Year of Faith and New Evangelization. “To put it simply, it [the New Evangelization] is an attraction,” he said. Fr. Cameron added that the New Evangelization is about awareness of the need to rediscover our...
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IP#193 Paula Huston – Seasons of Mystery on Inside the...
Paula Huston is one of the finest spiritual writers alive today. Her books speak to the human heart in such a beautiful, gentle way. She inspires us to climb higher the spiritual mountain, even when the times are treacherous and rocky. In "A Season of Mystery: 10 Spiritual Practices for Embracing a Happier Second Half of Life", she encourages us to slow down, in order to nurture the relationship God is offering us today. For many of us, it may involve a paradigm shift, but one that is well...
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St. Bakhita, to follow after Jesus the Crucified Lord...
One of my very favorite storytellers is Sr. Joan Mueller...give yourself the gift of hearing her share the story of St. Bakhita in the podcast above... Witness of love Every line of the Collect for Saint Bakhita merits attention; every phrase needs to be repeated in meditation. O God, who led Saint Josephine Bakhita from abject slavery to the dignity of being your daughter and the bride of Christ, give us, we beseech you, by her example, to follow after Jesus the Crucified Lord with...
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 7
O Almighty God, who by the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary did prepare a worthy dwelling place for your Son, we humbly beseech you that as we contemplate the apparition of Our Lady in the Grotto of Lourdes, we may be blessed with health of mind and body. O most gracious Mother Mary, beloved Mother of Our Lord and Redeemer, look with favor upon us as you did that day on Bernadette and intercede with him for us that the favor we now so earnestly seek may be granted to us....
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The Ritual for The Sacrament of Penance with Archbishop...
Archbishop Lucas begins a video series on the Sacrament of Penance Be sure to check out more from the Archbishop on this sacrament at USCCA19 – The United States Catholic Catechism for Adults with Archbishop George Lucas – Chap. 18 Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation – God is Rich in Mercy
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 6
O glorious Mother of God, so powerful under your special title of Our Lady of Lourdes, to you we raise our hearts and hands to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the gracious Heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our spiritual and temporal welfare and for the special favor we so earnestly seek in this novena. (make your request) O Lady of Bernadette, with the stars of heaven in your hair and the roses of earth at your feet, look with compassion upon us today...
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How to prepare for the Sacrament of Penance with...
Archbishop Lucas begins a video series on the Sacrament of Penance Be sure to check out more from the Archbishop on this sacrament at USCCA19 – The United States Catholic Catechism for Adults with Archbishop George Lucas – Chap. 18 Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation – God is Rich in Mercy
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 5
O Mary Immaculate, Mother of God and our mother, from the heights of your dignity look down mercifully upon us while we, full of confidence in your unbounded goodness and confident that your Divine Son will look favorably upon any request you make of Him in our behalf, we beseech you to come to our aid and secure for us the favor we seek in this novena. (make your request) O Brilliant star of purity, Mary Immaculate, Our Lady of Lourdes, glorious in your assumption, triumphant in your...
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The Sacrament of Penance with Archbishop George Lucas...
Archbishop Lucas begins a video series on the Sacrament of Penance Be sure to check out more from the Archbishop on this sacrament at USCCA19 – The United States Catholic Catechism for Adults with Archbishop George Lucas – Chap. 18 Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation – God is Rich in Mercy
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RN32 – Regnum Novum – “The Right to Work and the Issue...
We continue the study of the "Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church" Chapter 6 - on how the Right to Work can be seen as a pro-life issue. We also discuss the issue of immigration.
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USCCA32 – The United States Catholic Catechism for...
Archbishop Lucas offers insights on the US Catholic Catechism for Adults Chapter 26: The Second Commandment forbids the wrong use or misuse of God’s name. There are a number of ways in which this happens. Blasphemy uses the name of God and of Jesus Christ as well as those of the Blessed Mother and the saints in an offensive manner. The Catechism teaches that blasphemy consists “in uttering against God—inwardly or outwardly—words of hatred, reproach, or defiance” (CCC, no. 2148). This is...
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WOM#17 – Mystical Experiences and Consoling Prayer – The...
Episode 17 -The Way of Mystery: The Eucharist and Moral Living– Mystical experiences and consoling prayer. Prayer is earnestly desired, and prayer because something we delight in. Also the prayer that will spontaneously occur. Another type of experience is the aspect of the sacramental encounter.
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 4
O Immaculate Queen of Heaven, we your wayward, erring children, join our unworthy prayers of praise and thanksgiving to those of the angels and saints and your own-the One, Holy, and Undivided Trinity may be glorified in heaven and on earth. Our Lady of Lourdes, as you looked down with love and mercy upon Bernadette as she prayed her rosary in the grotto, look down now, we beseech you, with love and mercy upon us. From the abundance of graces granted you by your Divine Son, sweet Mother of...
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DWG10 – Discerning the Will of God: An Ignatian Guide to...
In this episode with Fr. Gallagher, we can continue our conservation on "The Second Mode" of discernment. In particular, we discuss the role of the spiritual director. We then begin discussing "The Third Mode".
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IP#192 Mike Aquilina – Yours is the Church on Inside the...
He just gets better and better. Of course, I'm talking about Mike Aquilina and his joy and enthusiasm for the Catholic Church abounds in "Yours is the Church: How Catholicism Shapes Our World". Mike is so good at getting to the nuggets contained in history and reminding us all of the significant contributions made by the Church which have changed our world for the better. Whether it is the moral leadership it has offered which has been the rudder steadying our course, or the beauty of the...
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IP#191 Mary DeTurris Poust – Cravings on Inside the Pages
Mary DeTurris Poust has once again brought us a spiritual work that speaks to us in the ordinary things of life. In "Cravings: A Catholic Wrestles with Food, Self-Image, and God" she takes on the monumental struggle most of us have with self-image and diet. With humor and very practical suggestions, she helps us to see the blessings found in turning everything over to God and allowing Him to transform our love-hate relationship with food and the mirror. By doing so, we can deepen our...
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 3
"You are all fair, O Mary, and there is in you no stain of original sin." O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. O brilliant star of sanctity, as on that lovely day, upon a rough rock in Lourdes you spoke to the child Bernadette and a fountain broke from the plain earth and miracles happened and the great shrine of Lourdes began, so now I beseech you to hear our fervent prayer and do, we beseech you, grant us the petition we now so earnestly seek. (make your...
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 2
Be blessed, O most pure Virgin, for having vouchsafed to manifest yourself shining with light, sweetness and beauty, in the Grotto of Lourdes, saying to the child Saint Bernadette: "I am the Immaculate Conception!" O Mary Immaculate, inflame our hearts with one ray of the burning love of your pure heart Let them be consumed with love for Jesus and for you, in order that we may merit one day to enjoy your glorious eternity. O dispenser of His graces here below, take into your keeping and...
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Novena to Our Lady of Lourdes Day 1
DAY ONE O Mary Immaculate, Our Lady of Lourdes, virgin and mother, queen of heaven, chosen from all eternity to be the Mother of the Eternal Word and in virtue of this title preserved from original sin, we kneel before you as did little Bernadette at Lourdes and pray with childlike trust in you that as we contemplate your glorious appearance at Lourdes, you will look with mercy on our present petition and secure for us a favorable answer to the request for which we are making this novena....
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RN31 – Regnum Novum – “The Right to Work” in the...
We continue the study of the "Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church" Chapter 6 - The Right to Work CHAPTER SIX HUMAN WORK V. THE RIGHT TO WORK a. Work is necessary b. The role of the State and civil society in promoting the right to work c. The family and the right to work d. Women and the right to work e. Child labour f. Immigration and work g. The world of agriculture and the right to work
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WOM#16 – The Internal World and External Presence of God...
The Way of Mystery: The Eucharist and Moral Living– The internal world and external presence of God. The importance of silence and recognizing the day of our visitations. Experiencing the love of God internally. We live by faith...moving to living by love
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USCCA31 – The United States Catholic Catechism for...
Archbishop Lucas offers insights on the US Catholic Catechism for Adults Chapter 25: The first three Commandments treat our relationship to God. The last seven concern our relationship with each other. The First Commandment calls us to have faith in the true God, to hope in him, and to love him fully with mind, heart, and will. We respond to God, who has created and redeemed us and extends his providential care to us every minute of each day. The First Commandment fosters the virtue of...
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IP#190 John West – The Magician’s Twin on Inside the...
"The Magician's Twin: C.S. Lewis and the Case against Scientism" is fascinating. I love discussing anything surrounding the thought of C. S. Lewis, and this particular conversation with John West, brought great insight on Lewis' thought about the dangers of "scientism". This extensive book offers warnings by the beloved writer concerning the influence of unleashed science and its various fields and it's potentially troubling effect on mankind. A wonderfully engaging read...don't miss. Be...
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DWG9 – Discerning the Will of God: An Ignatian Guide to...
In this episode, Fr. Gallagher we can continue our conservation on "The Second Mode" of discernment. He breaks open an experience in which St. Ignatius discerns the vow of poverty for the community. Fr. Gallagher gives an overview of the classic discernment of spirits which includes an understanding of "spiritual consolation" and "spiritual desolation", and how that plays out in vocational discernment.
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St. Thomas Aquinas, “the poet laureate of heaven” with...
St. Thomas Aquinas, the Italian saint was a priest and is widely recognized as being one of the most influential figures in the study of theology. Here we have more on St. Thomas Aquinas from Mike Aquilina who he refers to as the "poet laureate of heaven". From the Pope Benedict's audience (from Vatican.va) reflecting on St. Thomas Aquinas.... The life and teaching of St Thomas Aquinas could be summed up in an episode passed down by his ancient biographers. While, as was his wont, the Saint...
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“Pange Lingua Gloriosi” The Eucharistic Prayer Of St...
This extraordinary Eucharistic hymn, by the great St. Thomas Aquinas, is a fan favourite among the faithful. The recording is from the CD illuminations, compiled by Dan Gibson. the Latin text and English translation follow:
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CA-1 Christian Apologetics with Dr. R. R. Reno episode 1...
Episode 1 - What is Christian Apologetics? Who was St. Thomas Aquinas, his life, his times, and his contribution. What is "theology"? What is the "Summa"?
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IP#189 Dr. Rodney Stark – America’s Blessings on Inside...
"America's Blessings: How Religion Benefits Everyone, Including Atheists" is outstanding; it's the book most anti-religion pundits don't want you to read. Once again, it was a delight to speak with Dr. Rodney Stark about this subject. He is one of the leading authorities on the sociology of religion. The Distinguished Professor of the Social Sciences and co-director of the Institute for Studies of Religion at Baylor University, Dr. Stark has broken open for us a wealth of studies, polls, and...
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RN30 – Regnum Novum – “The Dignity of Work” in the...
CHAPTER SIX HUMAN WORK I. BIBLICAL ASPECTS a. The duty to cultivate and care for the earth b. Jesus, a man of work c. The duty to work II. THE PROPHETIC VALUE OF “RERUM NOVARUM” III. THE DIGNITY OF WORK a. The subjective and objective dimensions of work b. The relationship between labour and capital c. Work, the right to participate d. The relationship between labour and private property e. Rest from work
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Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales...
On Judgment. Preparation. 1. PLACE yourself in the Presence of God. 2. Intreat Him to inspire you. Considerations. 1. When the time comes which God has appointed for the end of this world, and after many terrible signs and warnings, which will overwhelm men with fear,—the whole earth will be destroyed, and nothing then left. 2. Afterwards, all men, save those already risen, shall rise from the dead, and at the voice of the Archangel appear in the valley of Jehoshaphat. But alas, with what...
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Teaching from St. Frances de Sales
CHAPTER III. Devotion is suitable to every Vocation and Profession. WHEN God created the world He commanded each tree to bear fruit after its kind; 88 Gen. i. 12. and even so He bids Christians,—the living trees of His Church,—to bring forth fruits of devotion, each one according to his kind and vocation. A different exercise of devotion is required of each—the noble, the artisan, the 9 servant, the prince, the maiden and the wife; and furthermore such practice must be modified according to...
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DWG8 – Discerning the Will of God: An Ignatian Guide to...
In this episode, Fr. Gallagher discusses the Three Modes, and in particular the we discuss "The Second Mode": The Attraction of the Heart. When clarity is recieved through the discernment of spirits of either spiritual consolation or desolation.
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WOM#15 – The Unitive Way – The Way of Mystery with...
The journey begins into the unitive way...the beginning of falling in love with God. Combined with the entry into the sacramental life, the living out the moral life becomes more than meeting a "goal", but becomes a "way" of life.
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USCCA30 – The United States Catholic Catechism for...
Archbishop Lucas offers insights on the US Catholic Catechism for Adults Chapter 24: An awareness of the social dimension of human life is an important principle in understanding Christian morality, especially in light of the great emphasis on individualism in our society. The social aspect of what it means to be human is revealed in the natural inclination we have to seek social interaction and establish community. This awareness serves as a moral foundation for an attitude of solidarity...
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St. Agnes, a lamb for Christ with Mike Aquilina
Mike Aquilina shares with us the story of St. Agnes. A young girl who would help to break open the hearts of many so that grace could pour in. She was "a lamb for Christ". - A prayer to St. Agnes Let us gain courage for our own battle by honoring the martyrdom of the glorious virgin Agnes. St. Agnes, vessel of honor, flower of unfading fragrance,beloved of the choirs of Angels,you are an example to the worth of virtue and chastity. O you who wear a Martyr’s palm and a virgin’s wreath, pray...
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IP#188 Dr. Robert George – What Is Marriage? Man and...
Dr. Robert George, Princeton professor of Philosophy, discusses why we must first answer the question of what marriage really is before we can begin to defend the institution of marriage. He, and his co-authors, contend that marriage is a comprehensive union of mind and body, a conjugal union, ordered to family life, which unites a man and a woman as husband and wife. They document the social value of applying this principle in law.
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BKL#27 – The Meaning of Baptism – Building a Kingdom of...
Msgr. Esseff reflects on the meaning of the "Baptism" and how it transforms us all. Gospel LK 3:15-16, 21-22 The people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” After all the people had been baptized and Jesus also had been baptized...
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DWG7 – Discerning the Will of God: An Ignatian Guide to...
In this episode, Fr. Gallagher discusses the Three Modes, and in particular the we discuss "The First Mode": When there is a clarity without doubting. Sometimes the right decision is unmistakably clear. We know what the right choice is. This knowledge is a gift from God. All we need do is act on what we know to be the right direction. Often this takes some time. We put off acting on what we know we should do.
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RN29 – Regnum Novum – “Marriage, the foundation of the...
CHAPTER FIVE THE FAMILY, THE VITAL CELL OF SOCIETY II. MARRIAGE, THE FOUNDATION OF THE FAMILY a. The value of marriage b. The sacrament of marriage III. THE SOCIAL SUBJECTIVITY OF THE FAMILY a. Love and the formation of a community of persons b. The family is the sanctuary of life c. The task of educating d. The dignity and rights of children IV. THE FAMILY AS ACTIVE PARTICIPANT IN SOCIAL LIFE a. Solidarity in the family b. The family, economic life and work V. SOCIETY AT THE SERVICE OF THE...
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WOM#14 – The Eucharist summons us like a beacon – The...
Episode 14 -The Way of Mystery: The Eucharist and Moral Living– The Eucharist summons us like a beacon. Even in the face of scandal, the moral authority of the Church shines through the Eucharist and challenges us to follow Christ in moving forward and allowing our hearts to be transformed. Mortal sin, what is it and how does it effect our relationship with the Eucharist...with Christ? Being present at mass even if you shouldn't receive...not allowing yourself to be separated from worship
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 9
Our Father sends the Holy Spirit on the feast of Pentecost , that will feed us in our faith. This is the same faith that with Mary’s maternal help, will remove the bonds that keep us prisoners. With the light of the Holy Spirit we see in meridian clarity which of our anguishes had our spirit trapped. The guidance of Saint Michael the Archangel has always been certain, Saint Gabriel the Archangel will announce my freedom and Saint Michael the Archangel, will protect me from any attack. The...
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BG24 The Fifth Commandment – Mark Hart the Bible Geek...
Mark breaks open The TEN COMMANDMENTS- The Fifth Commandment: YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF.
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 8
Bible reading: 26 When Jesus saw his Mother, and the disciple whom he loved, he said to his Mother, “Woman, there is your son.” 27 Then he said to the disciple, “There is your mother.” And from that moment the disciple took her to his own home. (John 19, 26-27) Brief Reflection: At the moment Jess went to the Father, he leaves us in the care of his Mother. It is the greatest legacy that Jess left to Our Virgin Mary, and when he points out to the disciple he loves, he gives her custody of the...
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WOM#13 – The Purgative and Illuminative Way – The Way of...
Episode 13 -The Way of Mystery: The Eucharist and Moral Living– the spiritual life and moral living... understanding the journey through the Purgative and Illuminative Way and their role in the moral life.
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 7
Brief Reflection: The Father’s will is about to be acomplished; Our Lord Jesus Christ will die on the cross for our salvation, in the promise of his Resurrection. From the darkness the light will shine to illumine us, freedom from darkness. We already see our problems with more clarity. Our ties loosen, in the measure in which they conform to the Lamb of God that takes away the sins of the world. At this time we are closer to his Mother, the Virgin Mary.
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 6
Bible reading: 4 Jesus replied, “Woman, your thoughts are not mine! My hour has not yet come.” 5 However his mother said to the servants, “Do what-ever he tells you.” (John 2, 4-5) Brief Reflection: In the wedding feast of Cana , the patient Virgin Mary interce-des for the guest. With this act, she inaugurates her Mediation between the Son of God and men. The faithful servant of the Lord, is our most humble and maternal servant, in our afflictions, despairs, tribulations and wrongs doings....
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 5
Bible Reading: 7 Ask and you will receive; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened. 8 For everyone who asks, receives; whoever seeks, finds; and the door will be opened to him who knocks. (Mathew 7, 7-8) Brief Reflection: The Heart of Mary is opened to us, like the door to heaven. We only need to ask for her help and her maternal arms will open for our tor-tured spirits. In her we will find the solution to our problems, balm for our pain, and answers to our doubts. Mary our...
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 4
Fourth day: Bible reading: 15 When the angels had left them and gone back to heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go as far as Bethlehem and see what the Lord has made known to us.” 16 So they came hurriedly and found Mary and Joseph with the baby lying in the manger. 17 On seeing this they related what they had been told about the child, 18 and all were astonished on hearing the shepherds.19 As for Mary, she treasured all these messages and continually pondered over them....
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – a Eucharistic Saint!
The Italian Experience The conversion of Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton began in 1803 while she, a twenty-nine year old widow with one of her five children, were the guests of the Filicchi family in Livorno, or Leghorn, Italy. The Catholic Filicchis, Antonio and his wife Amabilia, offered her a gracious hospitality and unfailing emotional support in a time of crisis. The Motherhood of the Blessed Virgin In one of Signora Filicchi's prayer books, Mrs. Seton came upon the text of Saint Bernard's...
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 3
Third day: Bible reading: Mary said, “ Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word. “Then the Angel departed from her.” ( Luke 1, 38 ) Brief Reflection: The Virgin Mary meekly undergoes the designs of God, alt-hough with certain reservations. “.. How can this be if I do not know man?…she accepts, with some concerns. How many doubts will we have when we have moved away from God, and in our mistakes, we have knitted a useless cobweb of knots. Let us give...
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A History of Apologetics… In Conversation with Cardinal...
Bruce and I had the great blessing in 2005 of having a conversation with the late Cardinal Avery Dulles, one of the foremost American Catholic theologians of the post-Vatican II era about "A History of Apologetics". It seemed appropriate, especially during the Year of Faith, to listen once again to his words of wisdom about the importance of our individual Christian testimony over the winning of a "faith debate". We also discuss the legacy of Bl. John Newman and Bl. John Paul II, and so much...
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BG23 The Fourth Commandment – Mark Hart the Bible Geek...
Mark breaks open The TEN COMMANDMENTS- The Fourth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which the Lord your God gives you.
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St. Basil the Great – the “Doer” with Mike Aquilina
Known as the "Doer", St. Basil the Great is an extraordinary figure in our Christian heritage. Our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI has said, Saint Basil the Great, one of the most eminent Fathers of the Eastern Church, showed to all those who wished to give themselves completely to God the way of monastic life, “where the precept of concretely lived charity becomes the ideal of human coexistence, where the human being seeks God without limitation or impediment” (cf. Orientale Lumen, 9). Saint...
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 2
… And the Angel said to her in reply, ”The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the most High will overshadow you. Therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God. ( Luke 1, 35 ) Brief Reflection: The Holy Spirit, Third Person of God, overshadowed the womb of the Virgin Mary full of grace, and the power of the most High was with her so that she would give birth to our savior made man. That is why the Virgin Mary is blessed and holy. In her, The Son of God...
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The Virgin Mary, Untier of Knots Novena Day 1
First Day Bible reading: … and now she will bear a son. You shall call him ‘Jesus’ for he will save his people from their sins. ( Mathew 1, 21 ) Brief Reflection: Our Lord Jesus, was born of the flesh and blood of the Holy Virgin Mary, spouse of the Holy Spirit. Jesus, untied the tongues of the mute, the obstacles to the paralytics, he remove the yoke of the oppressed , and he liberated the sinners with his death. Jesus, through his Death and Resurrection is the Great Untier of Knots of our...
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BKL#25 – The Holy Family – Building a Kingdom of Love w/...
Msgr. Esseff reflects on the importance of the family in our lives. He shares two very personal stories to offer insight on the role of fathers in the heart of each family.
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Are You Being Called to Be A Martyr? The Feast of St....
Are you being called to be a "martyr"? Msgr. Esseff, on the feast of St. Stephen the Martyr, shares the story of his friend Fr. Nicolas Kluiters S.J., who served the Church in Lebanon. He discusses what it means to be a martyr in the past and what it looks like today.
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BKL#24 – The joy that flows from Mary’s simplicity –...
Evil is crushed by the lowly! The joy that flows from Mary's simplicity. Msgr. Esseff talks about the Blessed Virgin Mary and how a little girl named Marilee helped him come to a greater understanding of Our Lady. Our salvation came about because of obedience and humility; our Mother, Mary, was the exemplar of that submission. God has such a love for the humble and small. Msgr. Esseff recalls his past Christmas times with the poor in foreign lands and how they experienced such an...
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O Emmanuel
“O Emmanuel, king and lawgiver, desire of the nations, Savior of all people, come and set us free, Lord our God.” Isaiah had prophesied, “The Lord himself will give you this sign: the Virgin shall be with child, and bear a son, and shall name him Emmanuel.”
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O Rex Gentium (O King of all the nations)
“O King of all the nations, the only joy of every human heart; O Keystone of the mighty arch of man, come and save the creature you fashioned from the dust.” Isaiah had prophesied, “For a child is born to us, a son is given us; upon his shoulder dominion rests. They name him Wonder-Counselor, God-Hero, Father-Forever, Prince of Peace.” (9:5), and “He shall judge between the nations, and impose terms on many peoples. They shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning...
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O Oriens (O Radiant Dawn)
“O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come, shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death.” Isaiah had prophesied, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shown.” (9:1).
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IP#187 Dr. James Hitchcock – The History of the Catholic...
I could have listened to Dr. James Hitchcock all day, he is absolutely fascinating. But the next best thing is to read his tremendous work, "The History of the Catholic Church: From the Apostolic Age to the Third Millennium". The content is the best, the layout makes it so very accessible, and the storytelling is engaging...a must have and a perfect gift for family and friends! In our discussion, we discuss the influence of the papacy, Constantine, the 13th and 15th century, St. Augustine...
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IP#186 Ann Engelhart – Be Saints! on Inside the Pages
"Be Saints! An invitation from Pope Benedict XVI", edited by Amy Welborn and illustrated by Ann Engelhart is simply wonderful, a must for every family library. Marvelous for children and adults alike, this compilation is taken from the talks given by Pope Benedict to children during his 2010 visit to England. In this conversation with Ann Engelhart, we discuss this work. We also discuss the nature of art and beauty, in particular for children, and it's ability to evangelize.
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IP#185 Dr. Thomas Howard – Hallowed Be This House on...
What a delight to talk once again with Dr. Thomas Howard. This time we discuss "Hallowed Be This House: Finding Signs of Heaven in Your Home". Dr. Howard has such a beautiful gift of recognizing the sacred. Through this marvelous book, he helps us all to appreciate the many ways in which we too can dive deeper into the "mystery", especially in those ordinary places and things in found in our lives. This book is a treasure!
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IP#184 Fr. Joe Kempf – No One Cries the Wrong Way on...
Fr. Joe Kempf has given us two excellent resources for both adults and kids to help us deal with loss. Fr. Joe really understands the grieving process and offers excellent advice for those at any stage of that journey. Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York says this about Fr. Kempf’s books: “Fr. Kempf, with grace and sensitivity, helps us learn what to say – and do – in moments when people long for a word of hope and consolation.”
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O Clavis David:“O Key of David”
O Key of David, O royal Power of Israel controlling at your will the gate of Heaven: Come, break down the prison walls of death for those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death; and lead your captive people into freedom. [powerpress] Isaiah had prophesied, AI will place the Key of the House of David on His shoulder; when he opens, no one will shut, when he shuts, no one will open.” (22:22), and “His dominion is vast and forever peaceful, from David’s throne, and over His kingdom,...
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Sobornost – Catherine Doherty “The falling in love with...
Catherine Doherty addresses the Eastern Catholic Charismatic Renewal conference in 1979. Her subject is sobornost, a Russian term, translatable as "unity". "Faith is the father of love, faith is the father of hope also, and its in faith, and faith alone, that we can plunge ourselves, like in a warm sea, to swim the strange currents that will come our way." On the beginning of unity "...you become a prayer...you contemplate God, because He always contemplates you...see how simple it is?"
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- Catholic Talk, Arts & Culture
- English
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