Scripture Library Archives - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts

Kris McGregor speaks with Fr. James Kubicki, SJ about A Heart on Fire and the beauty of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This conversation explores Scripture, Eucharistic spirituality, trust in suffering and practical ways to live this devotion each day. The post Fr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared f...

Msgr. John Esseff reflects on the meaning of the Ascension and Pentecost, urging us to move beyond a childish, distant view of heaven. The post The Ascension – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

Msgr. John Esseff reflects on the Feast of the Annunciation, which falls in the heart of Lent. The post The Annunciation – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

Mike Aquilina on how the early Church received Scripture, formed the biblical canon, responded to heresies, and understood the Bible within the liturgical life of the Church. The post ROF4 – From the Scriptures to the Bible – Roots of the Faith with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

ORDER OF RECITATION On the first white bead after the medal say the "Father of Truth" prayer. On each black bead recite an "Our Father". On the first three red beads say the "Hail Mary" in honor of Saint Charbel's fidelity to the vow of poverty. On the second set of red beads say the "Hail Mary" in honor of Saint Charbel's fidelity to the vow of chastity. On the third set of red beads say the "Hai...

Episode 7 The Daily Prayer of Discernment: The Ignatian Wisdom of the Examen Prayer. Fr. Gallagher continues to discuss the the fifth step - RENEWAL - which is how we move forward after our encounter with God in our prayer. The post DPD7 – Steps to Spiritual Renewal – The Daily Prayer of Discernment: The Examen Prayer with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeare...

Msgr. Esseff offers insights on the Transfiguration and it's meaning for our lives today. From the NAB Gospel LK 9:28B-36 Jesus took Peter, John, and James and went up the mountain to pray. While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah, who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus that he...

Msgr. Esseff offers insights on the Transfiguration and it's meaning for our lives today. From the NAB Gospel LK 9:28B-36 Jesus took Peter, John, and James and went up the mountain to pray. While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. And behold, two men were conversing with him, Moses and Elijah, who appeared in glory and spoke of his exodus that he...

Episode 7 Praying with Scripture: Christian Contemplation and Mediation in the Ignatian tradition w/Fr. Timothy Gallagher Fr. Gallagher continues to discuss the differences and benefits of meditation and contemplation - the cornerstones of Ignatius of Loyola’s spiritual practice. The post MC7 – Practical Steps for Prayer – Meditation and Contemplation with Fr. Timothy Gallagher –...

Episode 6 Praying with Scripture: Christian Contemplation and Mediation in the Ignatian tradition w/Fr. Timothy Gallagher Fr. Gallagher continues to discuss the differences and benefits of meditation and contemplation - the cornerstones of Ignatius of Loyola’s spiritual practice. The post MC6 – Using Colloquy in Prayer – Meditation and Contemplation with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – D...

El Cielo en la Fe Día 1 Oración 2 por Santa Isabel de la Trinidad - Comenzando a orar con el Dr. Anthony Lilles - Podcast Corazones Discernientes The post BTP2 – El Cielo en la Fe Día 1 Oración 2 por Santa Isabel de la Trinidad – Comenzando a orar con el Dr. Anthony Lilles – Podcast Corazones Discernientes appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

El Cielo en la Fe Día 1 Oración 1 por Santa Isabel de la Trinidad - Comenzando a orar con el Dr. Anthony Lilles - Podcast Corazones Discernientes The post BTP1 El Cielo en la Fe Día 1 Oración 1 por Santa Isabel de la Trinidad – Comenzando a orar con el Dr. Anthony Lilles – Podcast Corazones Discernientes appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

With Fr. John Bartunek, we continue with part 2 of our discussion on "The Better Part: The Gospels." During our conversation, we discuss the importance of prayer and the scriptures, the nature of spiritual direction, and how we can develop our friendship with Christ.  It's always a joy to talk with Fr. Bartunek.  We couldn't recommend this 4-volume set more highly. The post IP#364 Fr. John Bartune...

Episode 7 The Daily Prayer of Discernment: The Ignatian Wisdom of the Examen Prayer. Fr. Gallagher continues to discuss the the fifth step - RENEWAL - which is how we move forward after our encounter with God in our prayer. The post DPD7 – Steps to Spiritual Renewal – The Daily Prayer of Discernment: The Examen Prayer with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeare...

According to the traditions of the Carmelite order, on July 16, 1251, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to St. Simon Stock, a Carmelite. During the vision, she revealed to him the Scapularof Our Lady of Mount Carmel, popularly known as the "Brown Scapular." A century and a quarter later, the Carmelite order began to celebrate on this date the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. The post Our Lady of...

Dr. Anthony Lilles and Kris McGregor continue Heaven in Faith with St. Elizabeth of the Trinity’s reflection on “Abyss calls to abyss.” This Catholic podcast explores recollection, mercy, prayer in daily life and the Carmelite path of remaining in Christ. The post BTP2 Heaven In Faith Day 1 Prayer 2 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray w/ Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning...

From "Heaven in Faith: Day 10 Prayer 2" found in The Complete Works vol 1: 44. ...In the heaven of our soul let us be praises of glory of the Holy Trinity, praises of love of our Immaculate Mother. One day the veil will fall, we will be introduced into the eternal courts, and there will we will sing in the bosom of infinite Love. And God will give us "the new name promised to the Victor."" What wi...

BTP17 - Heaven In Faith: Day 9 Prayer 1 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles - Discerning Hearts Podcasts The post BTP17 – Heaven In Faith: Day 9 Prayer 1 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

From "Heaven in Faith: Day 8 Prayer 1" found in The Complete Works vol 1: 26. This is how the mystery of predestination, the mystery of divine election appeared to the enlightened gaze of the Apostle. "Those whom He has foreknown" Are not we of that number? Cannot God say to our soul what he once said through the voice of His prophet: "I passed by you and saw you. I saw that the time had come for...

BTP13 - Heaven In Faith: Day 7 Prayer 1 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity - Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles - Discerning Hearts Podcasts The post BTP13 – Heaven In Faith: Day 7 Prayer 1 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

From "Heaven in Faith: Day 5 Prayer 2" found in The Complete Works vol 1: 17. Behold, I stand at the door and knock, If any man listens to My voice and opens the door to Me, I ell come in to him and sup with him, and he with Me." Blessed the ears of the soul alert enough, recollected enough to hear the voice of the Word of God; blessed also the eyes of this soul which in the light of a deep and li...

From "Heaven in Faith: Day 5 Prayer 1" found in The Complete Works vol 1: 17. Behold, I stand at the door and knock, If any man listens to My voice and opens the door to Me, I ell come in to him and sup with him, and he with Me." Blessed the ears of the soul alert enough, recollected enough to hear the voice of the Word of God; blessed also the eyes of this soul which in the light of a deep and li...

16. But to attain to this love the soul must first be "entirely surrendered, its "will must be calmly lost in God's will; so that its "inclinations," "its faculties" "move only in this love and for the sake of this love. I do every with love, I suffer everything with love: this is what David meant when he sang, 'I will keep all my strength for You.'" The post BTP8 Heaven In Faith: Day 4 Prayer 2 b...

Episode 7 Beginning to Pray: Day 4 Prayer 1  - "Our God, wrote St. Paul, is a consuming Fire" The post BTP7 Heaven In Faith Day 4 Prayer 1 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray w/ Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .

Episode 6 Beginning to Pray: Day 3 Prayer 2  - "You have died and your life is hidden with Christ in God" The post BTP6 Heaven In Faith Day 3 Prayer 2 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts .