Contemplation and Castanets: Carmelite Spirituality

In this episode of Edith Stein's Essays on Women, we explore the concept of "vocation" not just as a job, but as a divine calling. We'll look into the separate and shared vocations of men and women as described through different historical and spiritual orders: the original order of creation, the order after the Fall, and the order of redemption. Join us as we examine biblical pa...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our series, where we embark on a profound exploration of Edith Stein's seminal work, "Essays on Woman". In this foundational episode, we delve into Chapter 1, "The Ethos of Women's Professions," offering a comprehensive overview of its rich and insightful themes. Join us as we first define "ethos" as an intrinsic spiritual attitude or "habitus" that shapes our a...

Meditation 379: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Divine Intimacy Meditations From Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD * Published by ⁠⁠⁠Baronius Press⁠⁠⁠. ⁠ * This podcast is created and published by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Little Pilgrim ⁠⁠⁠ * To explore more podcast platforms and listen to my other podca...

✨ Season 2 of Divine Intimacy Meditations concludes on Easter Sunday ✨ Thank you for walking this Lenten journey with me! These meditations will remain here for you anytime you need to return to the desert, the Garden, or the tomb… But this is not goodbye. Just a little silence . 🌿 🕊️ Continue the journey with me on my sister podcast: Under Thy Protection Where prayer and quiet devotion live —...

We continue our journey through the liturgical year by entering into the most sacred week of all: Holy Week. In this episode, we will reflect on the profound significance of these pivotal days, as presented in Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year. We'll journey with Christ from His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, recalling the joyous procession and the foreshadowin...

We are continuing our journey through the Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen, O.C.D . Today, we enter Passion Week, also known as Passiontide, the important week that leads us into Holy Week. This is a time traditionally observed with a special focus on the suffering and death of our Lord Jesus Christ. In this episode, we...

Welcome to the "Divine Intimacy Series" continuing Father Gabriel's Meditations on the Interior Life . This week, entering the Fourth Week of Lent , our theme is Obedience , reflecting on Meditations 119-125.We'll explore obedience as a path to union with God , surrendering our will to the divine will manifested through lawful superiors. We will contemplate Christ's perfect obedience and our call...

Welcome to the "Divine Intimacy Series" podcast, continuing the profound spiritual journey offered by Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen, O.C.D.'s Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year . This week, as we go into the Third Week of Lent , we continue our focus on the vital theme of humility .Join us as we reflect on Meditations 113 through 118, exploring key aspect...

Meditations 106 to 111 from Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD * Published by ⁠⁠⁠Baronius Press⁠⁠⁠. ⁠ * This podcast is created and published by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ A Little Pilgrim ⁠⁠⁠ * To explore more podcast platforms and listen to my other podcast⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Under Thy Protection ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ - traditional Catholic prayer...

Living On Love (Poem 17) - St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face. For more information: Visit the ⁠General Curia⁠ of the Teresian Carmel⁠. Podcast by: ⁠⁠A Little Pilgrim⁠⁠ . Looking for more? Explore my other podcast, ⁠⁠ Under Thy Protection ⁠⁠ , a collection of Catholic prayers for inner healing and deliverance, available on Spotify and other platforms. Let us journey together in faith...

Living On Love (Poem 17) - St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face. ✨ For more information: Visit the General Curia of the Teresian Carmel⁠. 🎙 Podcast by: ⁠A Little Pilgrim⁠ . Looking for more? Explore my other podcast, ⁠ Under Thy Protection ⁠ , a collection of Catholic prayers for inner healing and deliverance, available on Spotify and other platforms. Let us journey together in faith...

The Beatitudes - Divine Intimacy Meditations * from Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD * Published by ⁠⁠⁠Baronius Press⁠⁠⁠. ⁠ * This podcast is created and published by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ A Little Pilgrim ⁠ * To explore more podcast platforms and listen to my other podcast⁠ ⁠ Under Thy Protection ⁠ ⁠ - traditional...

The Evangelical Counsels of Poverty, Chastity and Obedience - Divine Intimacy Meditations * from Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD * Published by ⁠⁠⁠Baronius Press⁠⁠⁠. ⁠ * This podcast is created and published by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Little Pilgrim * To explore more podcast platforms and listen to my other podcast⁠...

Meditations 77 to 83: Purification of the Senses - Divine Intimacy Meditations * from Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD * Published by ⁠⁠Baronius Press⁠⁠ . ⁠ * This podcast is created and published by  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Little Pilgrim ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ * To explore more podcast platforms and listen to my other podcast Unde...

In this episode, we listen to the first paragraph of St. Thérèse’s Act of Oblation to Merciful Love . This profound prayer offers a glimpse into the heart of her spirituality—one of trust, surrender, and complete abandonment to God’s infinite mercy. ✨ Source Text: Available at the ⁠General Curia of the Teresian Carmel⁠ . 🎙 Podcast by: ⁠A Little Pilgrim⁠ . Looking for more? Explore my other podcas...

In this episode, we draw from Year 3, Text 1 of St. Thérèse’s writings, exploring her  Act of Oblation to Merciful Love.  This beautiful text invites us into the heart of St. Thérèse’s spirituality, rooted in trust, surrender, and the boundless mercy of God * The source text can be found at the website of the General Curia of the Teresian Carmel at  carmelitaniscalzi.com * This podcast is created...

This podcast is created and published by  A Little Pilgrim . To listen to this content on other platforms —visit  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/m/alittlepilgrim⁠⁠⁠⁠ Catholic prayers are now being published on my new podcast Under Thy Protection —a series of traditional and inner healing Catholic prayers. To visit please go to: https://open.spotify.com/show/43nANCLooWr2m5Uc6rjF8D?si=h5VeVbLRRI6Poyq-xf4CPg

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 9 - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary I hope this podcast helps you grow in your faith and given you a deeper appreciation for  Divine Intimacy . It’s a wonderful book that you can keep using daily to stay close to God. Thank you so much for listening, praying, and being part of this journey. I’d love to hear from you—what you enjoyed,...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 7 - The Mount of Perfection This episode focuses on Meditation Number 7,  The Mount of Perfection . With this episode we are wrapping up our Advent meditations from  Divine Intimacy . Thank you so much for listening, praying, and being part of this journey. I’d love to hear from you—what you enjoyed, what you’d like to hear in the future, or just your tho...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 6 – Sanctity and My Duties this episode of  Contemplations and Castanets , we reflect on how fulfilling daily duties with love and faith leads to sanctity. Inspired by the writings of Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, we explore Jesus’ teaching on obedience, Pope Benedict XV’s wisdom on holiness in ordinary life, and the transformative power of aligning o...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 5 – Sanctity and God's Will In this episode of  Contemplations and Castanets , we reflect on the essential role of God’s will in the pursuit of holiness. Inspired by the teachings of Jesus and the saints, we explore how total conformity to God’s will leads to peace, sanctification, and union with Him. Discover how surrendering your will to God can transfo...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 4 – Charity, The Essence of Sanctity is not just an attribute of the Christian life—it is its essence. Through Love, we are united with God, live for His glory, and fulfill our purpose as His creatures. By surrendering to God’s infinite love and allowing Him to transform our souls, we grow in sanctity and become living reflections of the love that God Him...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 3 – Sanctity and the Plenitude of Grace (Part 2 of 2)   In this episode of Contemplations and Castanets, we explore the universal call to holiness and the transformative power of grace. Drawing from Meditation 3 of Divine Intimacy, we reflect on how sanctity is within reach of every soul and how faithful cooperation with God’s invitations can lead to a de...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 3 – Sanctity and the Plenitude of Grace (Part 1 of 2) In this episode of Contemplation and Castanets , we explore the universal call to holiness and the transformative power of grace. Drawing from Meditation 3 of Divine Intimacy, we reflect on how sanctity is within reach of every soul and how faithful cooperation with God’s invitations can lead to a deep...

Reflections on Divine Intimacy: Meditation 2 – An Invitation to Sanctity (Part 2 of 2) Join us as we journey through Advent, seeking to grow in holiness and intimacy with God, while preparing to celebrate the Mystery of the Incarnation. Resources: Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year by Fr. Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalen, OCD. Published by Baronius P...