All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri

Do you ever experience dryness in your spiritual life? Throughout our journey in the spiritual life, there may be times without consolation or feeling the nearness of God. Dr. Sri explains why this might happen and how to respond to it. Snippet from the Show Sometimes, our wounds are so deep and our attachments are so strong that God has to step in in a profound way. For full shownotes, visit Asce...

Why does Christ ask us to “deny ourselves?” Within Catholicism, there is a fair amount of emphasis on penance and giving things up. Using wisdom from St. John of the Cross, Dr. Sri explains why we must “deny ourselves” in order to gain what we truly desire. Snippet from the Show We are made for God, and so, he is the soul’s deepest desire. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscath...

Do you welcome Mary into your heart? In this episode, Dr. Sri explains the Biblical foundation for why we call Mary our mother. He also shares why it is essential for us, our families, and the world that we strive to grow closer to her. Snippet from the Show If we want to grow in our relationship with Christ and if we want to bring truth into this world, we must draw closer to Mary. For full shown...

What is so daring about saying “Our Father”? Dr. Sri explains historically why praying in this way to God was so daring. He also shares what this reveals about God and what this reveals about who we are. Snippet from the Show We are called children of God because we really are children of God. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for w...

Are you willing to suffer for the truth? Are you willing to be misunderstood, even hated for it? Using the example of St. John the Baptist, Dr. Sri explains why it is essential that we suffer for the truth and how we can prepare ourselves to proclaim it. Snippet from the Show Out of love for others, we must share the truth. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text AL...

Do you ever struggle to control your emotions? Sometimes, our emotions can be overwhelming and difficult to orient towards what is good. Dr. Sri shares in this episode how Christ wants to heal our emotions and help us orient them towards what is good. Snippet from the Show The virtuous person does not just do the right thing, but also desires the right thing. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpre...

What difference does the Assumption of Mary make on your life? In this episode, Dr. Sri explains why we believe that Mary was assumed into Heaven body and soul. He also explains what this means for you and your relationship with God. Snippet from the Show Mary reveals what God desires to do in each of our souls. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHO...

Do you struggle with anxiety or worry? So many in the world do. Dr. Sri shares how increasing our trust in God can help alleviate much of the anxiety we experience. Dr. Sri offers five tips to help anyone grow in trust and let go of worry. Snippet from the Show There will always be something to trouble us, but we must bring God into our worries and anxiety. There will always be something to troubl...

Are you a Martha or a Mary? Do you struggle to find moments to sit with Jesus in the midst of a busy day? In examining the story of Martha and Mary, Dr. Sri offers that we can find balance between the busyness of life and attentiveness to Jesus’ presence. Snippet from the Show Take a moment to pull back from the busyness of life and recall the holy presence of God. For full shownotes, visit Ascens...

Do you want to hear the voice of God more in your life? For many of us, hearing the voice of God is a constant struggle. Dr. Sri recommends that in order to hear the voice of God, we need more silence in our lives. He offers four ways to build moments of silence into our daily lives. Snippet from the Show “The more we receive in silent prayer, the more we can give in our active life” - Mother Tere...

Is there someone in your life that is hard for you to love? In this episode, Dr. Sri explains the call of every person to love their neighbor despite how we feel about them. Using examples from the saints, Dr. Sri encourages us to rise above our feelings and choose to love. Snippet from the Show A real sign of conversion is in how we choose to love our neighbor. For full shownotes, visit Ascension...

How do you handle decision making? For some of us it can be an agonizing process. In this episode, Dr. Sri is joined by guest Fr. Gregory Pine to discuss the virtue of prudence and how pivotal of a role it plays throughout our lives. Snippet from the Show God created us in such a way so that we move towards the goal of life by our own choosing. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthing...

Where do you turn in times of need or celebration? In this special, on location episode, Dr. Sri shares about the power of Mary’s intercession and how it is good to turn to her in times of celebration and in times of need. Snippet from the Show Every detail about Mary tells us about Jesus Christ. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 fo...

How do you respond when your spouse does or says something hurtful? It is not uncommon in marriage for hurtful moments to occur. Dr. Edward and Beth Sri share some helpful advice on how to respond to such moments. Snippet from the Show Speaking words of forgiveness is an act of the will. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly...

Did you know that God desires deep healing for you? In this episode, Dr. Edward and Beth Sri continue their conversation on real marriage. They dive into the topic of weaknesses, struggles, and wounds coming to the surface in marriage and how God desires to heal us. Snippet from the Show In marriage, God wants to transform us with his healing love. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allt...

Want to hear about real married life? In this episode, Dr. Sri is joined by his wife Beth Sri to share about the realities of marriage and their own experiences in marriage. They also share about their new book: The Good, the Messy, and the Beautiful: The Joys and Struggles of Real Married Life. Snippet from the Show Marriage cannot be based on feelings, but rather it must strive for a love like G...

Do you struggle with anger? It is very likely that most, if not all, of us struggle with anger. In this episode, Dr. Sri takes on this struggle and offers practical tips from the saints on how to grow in control of our anger. Snippet from the Show “Fresh wounds are the quickest healed.” -St. Francis de Sales For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC...

Is it ok to be angry? Anger is a common experience and can occur for many reasons. But how do you know if anger is good or bad? In this episode, Dr. Sri shares the answer to this important question. Snippet from the Show When we truly love someone, we desire the very best for them. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly showno...

How do you make prayer work in the pressures of daily life? Dr. Sri responds to this question with lessons learned in his own life as well as some key advice for the practice of daily prayer. Snippet from the Show “The soul needs prayer like the body needs oxygen.” -St. John Paul II For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shown...

How are we called to participate in the battle for life? Dr. Sri explains some of the spiritual elements of this conflict and how the battle for life has existed since the beginning of time. Dr. Sri also offers practical ways you can join the fight for life. Snippet from the Show "The liberating message of the Gospel of life has been put in your hands." -St. John Paul II For full shownotes, visit...

What does it mean to say Mary is “blessed among women?” Dr. Sri shares how meaningful these three words are and what they reveal to us about Mary. Dr. Sri also offers three practical ways to keep Mary more present in your life. Snippet from the Show Mary's strength is apparent in her surrender to God's will. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC...

“Do you love me?” In this special episode, Dr. Sri reflects on the exchange between Jesus and Peter where Jesus asks Peter three times, “Do you love me?” Dr. Sri reveals some of the deeper meaning within this exchange and how it pertains to our own lives. Snippet from the Show “Go to Jesus as you are.” For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-...

Do you desire Christ’s mercy? As we prepare for Divine Mercy Sunday, Dr. Sri shares examples of Christ’s mercy to St. Mary Magdalene and St. Peter. He shows how closely their experiences can relate to our own. Snippet from the Show Remember how gentle and patient Christ is to us in his mercy. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for we...

What did Christ mean by his final words "It is finished"? Dr. Sri explains the meaning of Christ's final words on the cross at Calvary and how they are words of triumph and not defeat. Snippet from the Show Jesus wants his sacrificial love to live in our hearts. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inb...

Have you ever heard the slogan “You do you”? Dr. Sri discusses the negative connotations of this statement and how we are called to live and love in a much greater way. Snippet from the Show I don’t want to just be me, I want to be like Jesus. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.