School of Humanity on Faith Fit

A NEW episode of School of Humanity! Suffering is never meant to be done alone…The redemptive aspect of suffering means that suffering *has to be done with others, specifically with the Lord first and foremost. If you suffer without Jesus, then suffering is irrational and despairing. Podcast episode below: SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2JgepFB  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2W9ilNX St. John Paul … Continue reading "#55: Redemptive Suffering"

Rachel and Jason share their own struggles and victories with practicing NFP within their marriage and the insight they’ve received into their spiritual lives and trust in God. (Not a child friendly episode).

Highlighting the anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae (July 25), the Bulmans discuss controversial, but profound moments in Church history—including our Catholic beliefs on human sexuality and conjugal love. (Not a child friendly episode).

Rachel and Jason discuss 5 books that have helped them in their spiritual lives. The books are: 1. Benedictus, Ignatius Press 2. Searching for and Maintaining Peace, Fr. Jacques Philippe 3. The Discernment of Spirits, Fr. Timothy M. Gallagher, OMV 4. Mysterium Paschale, Hans Urs Von Balthasar 5. The Noonday Devil: Acedia, the Unnamed Evil … Continue reading "#52: 5 Books to Get You Through Lent"

Rachel and Jason discuss the spiritual reality of a cluttered heart, acedia’s role in letting clutter build up and give practical tips on identifying clutter and getting rid of it.

Rachel and Jason begin this two part series introducing the KonMari Method, recapping the first episode of Netflix’s, “Tidying Up” and share what decluttering and tidying up mean for the spiritual life.

Rachel and Jason continue to build on the vocations that they have been called to by following up the marriage and parenting with their pursuit of a vocation within their vocation – the permanent diaconate.

Rachel and Jason continue to unpack what their vocation has taught them about the heart of God and the personalistic norm in their lives as parents.

Rachel and Jason speak about their own marriage and how they have applied their initial call to holiness to their call to love one another through the Sacrament of Marriage.

Rachel and Jason take a hard look at the appearances of Jesus after the resurrection. What do these stories tell us? How do they invite us out of ourselves into closer union with our Risen Lord?

As we continue to celebrate National Marriage Week, Rachel and Jason share their personal joys and challenges they’ve experienced within the Sacrament of Marriage—including how they’ve learned to pray together as a couple!

Rachel and Jason welcome guest Jared Zimmerer, husband, father, author, speaker, blogger and Director of Outreach and Mission at Word on Fire Catholic Ministries. Jared explains asceticism and this leads one into holiness.

Tom Ponchak—Director of Adult Faith Formation at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Carmel, Indiana returns for the conclusion of Strange Verses. Listen as Rachel, Jason and Tom deepen the discussion on myths and truths from the Book of Revelation.

Rachel and Jason are joined by guest, Tom Ponchak—Director of Adult Faith Formation at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Carmel, Indiana. Listen as they explore the myths and truths of the Book of Revelation and the notion of the rapture.

Join R & J as they discuss altruism and how giving of oneself helps us to become who we truly are and aide in the discovery of our images in the likeness of God.

Rachel and Jason explore the state of wonder an artist experiences when creating expressions of art.

Rachel and Jason welcome special guest Katherine Laguna as they discuss how music resonates to our humanity and makes us vulnerable to the love of God.

Rachel and Jason discuss the Art of Recollection and how it is the key to an active prayer life.

Rachel and Jason discuss how recollecting yourself is a gateway to authentic prayer.

Rachel and Jason take us on a journey of sight. We must learn how to “see” again since our sight has suffered with all the experiences we witness each day throughout the world.

Jason and Rachel debate if they are living their authentic-self and how being true to one’s self is answering the call to holiness.

What is faith? What is contemplation? Rachel and Jason discuss answers to these questions and the need for both in the Christian journey.

Jason and Rachel discuss the effects of regarding others as more important than ourselves. How can we practice this daily?

Rachel and Jason reflect on loss and tragedy and how those personal, painful moments have transformed their hearts. They reveal the truth that in times of chaos and suffering, Christ pulls us closer to his heart and reminds us that He never left us alone.

There is a constant war waging within us between the man that is created in the image of God (the man we are created to be) versus the man we have created ourselves to be in today’s society. Who will win? How do we surrender?

Jason and Rachel speak to the truth that, for a Christian who is fully alive, every moment and every occasion is a cause for joy.

Rachel and Dan talk about the reality of manhood. Being a man isn’t defined by how tough or popular you are, but by the grace and humility you share with your brothers and sisters in Christ.

Rachel and Jason discuss the final part of the Feminine Genius: generosity. How can we make ourselves available to share generosity with our family, friends, co-workers and even strangers!

The second aspect of the feminine genius is sensitivity. We are called (male and female) to be sensitive to the needs of others and the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

Man and woman He created them. Receptivity is imperative to the discovery of our identity as beloved. How does this apply to man and woman? Identity is better expressed through relationship and not through things or actions.

The rules are not meant to be broken. Listen as the Bulmans, with returning guests Thomas and Joanna, discuss free will and the responsibility associated with masculinity and femininity.

Thomas and Joanna join us again as we dive into scripture, particularly Ephesians 5 and the creation story. What do these references have to say about the human person in respect to femininity and masculinity?

Join us for an introduction to masculinity and femininity with special guests Joanna Kauer and Thomas LaPointe. Listen as we explore the social constructs that falsely define gender in the first part of a series about identity, femininity, masculinity and anthropology. AKA we use really big words, but just want to be saints.

Jason and Rachel discuss the importance of a proper understanding of man as innately good as he is made in the image and likeness of God. Man ultimately desires goodness.

With nearly a decade of young adult ministry behind them, Rachel and Jason discuss the things that they have learned about the young adult heart. In their experiences, they have found that young adults are in need of truth and reverence. How are these accomplished in small group study? But even prior to these two … Continue reading "#21: What do Young Adults Need Today?"

The series on the Rules of Discernment comes to an end in episode 20. Join Rachel and Jason as they discuss the final Rule that concentrates on the ways the enemy identifies our weaknesses and vulnerabilities. Turn these areas of weakness into points of strength with help from St. Ignatius of Loyola and Fr. Timothy … Continue reading "#20: Identifying Our Weaknesses & Vulnerabilities Rule 14"

Listen as Rachel and Jason dive into one of the final rules of the discernment of spirits examining the quality of the enemy to tempt us with false promises and lies while hoping that we will keep it to ourselves. One of the greatest weapons against the enemy is to surround yourself with like-minded people … Continue reading "#19: The Enemy Values Secrecy Rule 13"

Join Rachel and Jason as they talk about the metaphors presented in the final three rules. Each metaphor points towards a characteristic of the enemy that we need to be aware of. In rule 12, we must always remember that the enemy is essentially weak – he is very small. We tend to make the … Continue reading "#18: The Ways the Enemy Deceives Us Rule 12"

This rule has become a favorite of the Bulmans – it provides a good foundation for the entire set of rules not because of the rule itself but because of the instruction for one who is in spiritual consolation or desolation. All of these rules give us the ability to lead a balanced life when … Continue reading "#17: Humility and Trust in Christ Rule 11"

Rachel and Jason continue diving into the 14 Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius of Loyola with help from Fr. Timothy Gallagher’s Discernment of Spirits. Rule 10 asks those in spiritual consolation to gain strength for the coming spiritual desolation. This does not eliminate the joy of consolation but allows those seeking holiness to intentionally … Continue reading "#16: Staying in Spiritual Consolation Rule 10"

Why would God allow us to receive moments of separation from Him? Join Rachel and Jason as they dive into rule 9 which gives reasons for desolation in our lives.

As we enter into the Easter season, Rachel and Jason continue tackling the Rules of Discernment. In the previous two episodes, the focus was on changes within desolation – usually resulting in action whether that be lack of or the initiative to take action. With these rules (7 and 8) we are given the tools … Continue reading "#14: Resisting Desolation with Thought Rules 7 & 8"

Jason and Rachel continue their study of the Discernment of Spirits, particularly desolation. In episode 12, they discussed what they should not do in desolation and now are able to discuss what one CAN do during desolation. There is still a fight to be won as opposed to passively waiting for the desolation to pass.

The groundwork has been laid for Consolation and Desolation! Now, the Bulmans dive deeper into Desolation. This is the rule that we should try our best to remember if we remember nothing else! What should we do during Desolation? What should we not do? Begin answering those questions with Episode 12 of the School of … Continue reading "#12: What Not to Do in Desolation Rule 5"

Now that consolation has been defined, it is impossible to move on without talking about desolation. Using the Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius and the Discernment of Spirits from Fr. Timothy Gallagher, Rachel and Jason continue to dive into each Rule. Have you found yourself in spiritual desolation? Hear how the Bulmans struggle with … Continue reading "#11: Spiritual Desolation Rule 4"

Jason and Rachel continue to dive into the Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius of Loyola, particularly rule number 3 which speaks of the movements of spiritual consolation. How beautiful our lives would be if we were predisposed to recognize the Lord present in our day to day lives, drawing us closer to himself.

St. Ignatius’ Rules of Discernment #2 describes the movements of the good spirit and the enemy in the heart of someone pursuing holiness. Rachel recalls a time when the enemy challenged her identity while she was pursuing holiness. She didn’t recognize the Rules at work during this time, but now is able to see how the enemy … Continue reading "#9: Discernment of Spirits Rule 2"

Continue on the journey of Discernment of Spirits with Jason and Rachel. In this episode, they explore some of the terms used throughout the rules particularly “Good Spirit” and “Enemy.” Then, they dive into Rule 1 showing that awareness of who you are now will show you how to gain understanding and to take action … Continue reading "#8: Discernment of Spirits Rule 1"

Continue on the journey of Discernment of Spirits with Jason and Rachel. In this episode, they explore some of the terms used throughout the rules particularly “Good Spirit” and “Enemy.” Then, they dive into Rule 1 showing that awareness of who you are now will show you how to gain understanding and to take action … Continue reading "#8: Discernment of Spirits Rule 1"

Jason and Rachel have a shared love for the Discernment of Spirits by Fr. Timothy Gallagher. Join them in a new series about Fr. Timothy’s book concerning the 14 Rules of Discernment from St. Ignatius of Loyola. In this episode, they discuss the three steps present in each Rule and how those steps are carried … Continue reading "#7: Intro to Discernment of Spirits"

As Lent approaches, Jason and Rachel discuss some of their own vices and their desires for the Lenten season. They also take time to dive into a new concept that has touched their hearts – why are we called to be selfless?