Heart to Heart Spiritual Direction

In this very important episode, Father Michael stresses the fact that God does not desire us to be abused and marriage is not justification for mistreatment. He notes that abusive men will often "cherry pick" verses from the Bible to try to convince us that we must tolerate their behavior. Father reminds us that Christ, as the Head of Church, His Bride, places Her at the center of His heart. Husba...

Fr. Michael shares with us the importance of honest and vulnerable communication with our spouse. Healthy communication is essential for a thriving marriage. When we have been wounded, especially in regards to our feminine dignity and sexuality, it can be extremely difficult to trust again. Father Michael offers gentle and wise suggestions for rebuilding trust and vulnerability in our dialogue. Jo...

Father Michael shares his wisdom with us on questions of discernment. He describes common fears and tactics of the enemy that obstruct our clarity in discernment. This is a very informative discussion for anyone desiring to make decisions in accord with God's will. Learn more from Father Michael Stalla at Hopesgarden.com Father Michael offers Live Spiritual Direction events for the Hope's Garden v...

Fr. Michael explains why community is so important, especially within the Church. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains why one spouse may be hesitant to accept the newfound faith of the other spouse. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael gives an overview of what is means to say that Christ is the Bridegroom, addressing some concerns people have with this image. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains why we find change so difficult to handle and why we need to trust Jesus in the changes. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains what true humility is, including the importance of avoiding both forms of pride. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael Stalla explains how he discerned God's call to the priesthood. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains what grieving is, why we need to grieve, and how to grieve with hope. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains what holy indifference is and why it's a good thing. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains why we experience dryness in prayer and how to persevere when prayer is hard. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains the importance of detachment from material goods and what holy poverty looks like. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael gives a few possible explanations for the problem of evil, ultimately reaching the conclusion that our suffering is only meaningful if we give it to Christ. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains what trust is, how it is built over time, and what to do when we struggle to trust God. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains the 4 main types of prayer: petition, lamentation, praise, and thanksgiving. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Drawing on the wisdom of St. Teresa of Avila, Fr. Michael explains that we are never alone in our suffering. Others have gone before us, including Jesus Himself, experiencing the same pains we do. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Fr. Michael gives an overview of the difference between temptation and sin, the difference between mortal and venial sin, and the basics of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com

Fr. Michael explains what it means to love God, love your neighbor, and love yourself, and why love is the basis of all Christian morality. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Drawing on Theology of the Body, Fr. Michael explains why it is important that we were created with both bodies and souls. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com

Fr. Michael explains the different types of laws and who has authority at which level. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Father Michael Stalla reminds us that Jesus the Bridegroom is our model of trust in the goodness of the Father's plans even when all hope seems lost. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Join Laura Ercolino and Fr. Michael Stalla in praying the Womb of My Heart Rosary. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Father Michael Stalla, spiritual director of Hope's Garden, explains how St. Joseph is the perfect model for men today. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.

Father Michael Stalla, spiritual director of Hope's Garden, shares his wisdom on spiritually healthy ways to cope during stressful times. To learn more, visit hopesgarden.com.