Over the last few years I have noticed an extreme drop in discussing the internal life, only to be replaced on external fads, masquerading as spirituality. We must be better as Catholic influencers, and return to discussions on prayer, sanctity and the well-being of our soul. Rather than focusing on lifestyle preferences, and outward displays of devotion. Let's discuss these trends and what we can do about them. #podcast #catholicchurch #catholicism #Catholic #Rosary #Apologetics #spirituality #rosary #god #jesus #christ #christianity #mysticism #christianmysticism #saints #evangelization #JesusChrist #OurLady

Let us continue our series on the sorrowful mysteries and the Catholic saints, as we discuss the scourging at the pillar and unite it with the writings of the incredible St. John of the Cross.

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In this episode we began a small series where we discussing the sorrowful mysteries and align them with stories from the lives of the saints. We begin this series with St. Gemma Galgani, her guardian angel, and how their stories intertwine with Christ's agony in the garden.

For my previous episode on St. Gemma: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cHVWkaH1gVy99hrPC2X1W?si=NLr7kpb2Q367rCL4U33Mpw

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I hope you enjoy this style of meditation, but more so, I hope that this introduces you to a way to grow closer to Christ this lent and beyond.

Let's get ready for Lent! This topic has been done today, so I hope to offer you four unique POVs for this lenten season.

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Books recommended this episode include:

The Presence of God

The Healing Power of the Rosary

Station to Station

Fire Within

I've covered numerous stigmatists in my few years hosting this podcast: St. Francis, Padre Pio, Gemma Galgani... however, none are as unique as the Stigmata of Irving Houle.

Irving was a grandfather and former plant manager out of Michigan. A totally normal guy, until ... he received the wounds of Christ in the stigmata.

Unlike other stigmatists, Irving was called to a healing ministry, which may have cemented his future canonization.

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We continue our video series on Catholic Mysticism, as we discuss how did the mystics pray? If Christ was God, why did he pray?

How does the church define prayer? And how does the church insist we pray?

Learn this and more in our breakdown of Catholic Mysticism!

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For over two decades, a story has circulated claiming that a rosary prevented a murder from Ted Bundy. However, what is the historical evidence of this claim? Did it really happen?

Also, what are the spiritual fruits of this story? Or are there more spiritual harm?

Resources:

Catholic Online Article

https://www.catholic.org/news/national/story.php?id=87089

Msgr Kerr Interview (2003)

https://triblive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/regional/s_164408.html

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This is the first episode in my video series called "Magnificat! An Exploration in Catholic Mysticism".

We're going to cover a lot of the same themes I've covered over the years. Though, in a video format. Please also support me on YouTube where I'll also be sharing these!

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In this Q&A we discuss topics such as:

& Much More!

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