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In this powerful and deeply moving episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI — priest, theologian, and author of beloved spiritual classics The Holy Longing and Sacred Fire.

Fr. Ron shares wisdom from his new book, Insane for the Light: A Spirituality for Our Wisdom Years
, exploring what it means to grow old with grace, purpose, and hope. Together we discuss how aging, loss, and even physical diminishment can become powerful acts of love — mirroring Christ’s own Passion and self-gift in the Eucharist.

Whether you’re entering your later years, caring for an aging loved one, or simply wondering how to find meaning in seasons of limitation, this episode will help you see aging not as decline but as a sacred call to deeper love.

In this episode, Fr. Ron shares:

• Why modern culture avoids talking about aging — and how the Church can respond
• What Jesus’ Passion teaches us about fruitful passivity and surrender
• How to turn diminishment and dependence into spiritual gifts
• The hidden grace of caregiving and receiving care
• Why forgiveness, gratitude, and inner work prepare us for our final act of love
• The meaning behind the title Insane for the Light — and what it means to “stare into eternity”

If you’ve ever asked yourself…

• How can I find purpose after retirement or loss?
• What does it mean to grow old as a disciple of Christ?
• How can I accompany my parents or grandparents in their final years?
   …this episode is for you.

Learn More:

Order Fr. Ron’s book: Insane for the Light

Visit: ronrolheiser.com

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