Spiritual Fortitude

Many of us a seek to be closer to God, but sometime don't see a clear path to get there. But in this episode, Fr. Jerry Bevilacqua, O.S.A. explains how the perfection of virtues bears the Fruit of the Holy Spirit, which will lead us to the spiritual growth we seek.You can find more talks by Fr. Jerry Bevilacqua, O.S.A. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

In this episode, Sr. Nancy Kellar, S.C explores the deep connection between the Holy Spirit, hope, and patience.You can find more talks by Sr. Nancy Kellar, S.C. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

When we live in a society that gives very little importance to God, it can be challenging to remain faithful to our beliefs. In this episode, Fr. Ramon Valera discusses faith as the light that guides us through darkness. Jesus said in Luke 17:6, "If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you would say to this mulberry tree, be uprooted and planted in the sea, and it would obey you."You can find more talks by Fr. Ramon Valera and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Accounts of miracles are not to be dismissed as fables or myths. They are signs and wonders sent by god for a specific purpose. In this episode, Sr. Dolores Cazares, SNJM explores how miracles are part of God's plan to draw us to the source of those miracles, a loving God. You can find more talks by Sr. Dolores Cazares, SNJM and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

In this episode, Fr. Michael Barry inspires us to let go of our preconceived ideas about the way things ought to be in order to open up ourselves to transformation and growth through the Spirit.You can find more talks by Fr. Michael Barry, SS.CC. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

When Jesus healed people, they were also converted. And today, acts of healing in our lives can be oportunities for conversion as well. In this episode, Fr. Dennis Kelleher, C.Ss.R. talkes about all the ways healing and conversion You can find more talks by Fr. Dennis Kelleher, C.Ss.R. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

As Christians we are specifically instructed by Jesus to continue the work on earth that Jesus was sent to do by the Father. In this episode, Fr. Tom Forrest explains how he also sent us the Power to do that job, and that Power's name is the Holy Spirit.You can find more talks by Fr. Tom Forrest, C.Ss.R. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

In this episode, Sr. Lucy Rooney, S.N.D.deN. explains how Mary is the perfect prayer partner to pray with us as we pray for healing.You can find more talks by Sr. Lucy Rooney, S.N.D.deN. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Jesus said, "the man who has faith in me will do the works I do." (John 14:13) But all too often Christians fail to act boldly to emulate the miraculous and amazing works that Jesus did in his life. In this episode, Bishop Sam Jacobs explains how we can follow Jesus' model to use the power of the Holy Spirit to do the work of the Father.You can find more talks by Bishop Sam Jacobs and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Ever notice that life doesn't always go the way we expected? When this happens, it can challenge our faith, joy and zest for life. In this episode, Katrina Zeno offers insights on how the changes in life can actually draw us closer to God and deeper into prayer instead of overwhelming us in pain and disappointment.You can find more talks by Katrina Zeno and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Society has a problem with aging, but as Christians we can embrace the joy that can come with growing old. In this episode, Ronda Chervin, Ph.D. helps us embrace the positive aspects of aging and gives us insight into how Scripture and the saints viewed aging in a positive light.You can find more talks by Dr. Ronda Chervin and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Fatherlessness causes people great harm and pain, whether we are talking about our earthly father or God the Father. In this episode, Fr. Jerry Bevilacqua, O.S.A. how Jesus can close the gap between us and our Father and heal our pain.You can find more talks by Fr. Jerry Bevilacqua, O.S.A. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Each of us is on a journey starting from God and returning with God. In this episode, Fr. Joshua Lee discusses what it means to be on that journey with God and how only with God can we be truly at peace.You can find more talks by Fr. Joshua Lee and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

If we are going to be whole and complete people, the one center of our wellness must be Jesus. In this episode, Fr. Ron Young, O.M.I. explains how it is God's plan that Jesus be the source of healing and wellness in our lives.You can find more talks by Fr. Ron Young, O.M.I. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Foreshadowed in the Old Testament, Mary collaborates with the Holy Spirit to bring Jesus to the world -- then and now. This episode is presented by Fr. George Montague, SM.You can find more talks by Fr. George Montague, SM and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

No program is more effective at relieving stress than Christian prayer. In this episode, Fr. John Hampsch, C.M.F. explains how we can use a Christian approach to dealing with the pressure and stress of life.You can find more talks by Fr. John Hampsch, C.M.F. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Grief, sorrow, and loss are part of our earthly lives, but they are not of God's kingdom. In this episode, Barbara Shlemon discusses how God wants to wipe away our tears and how we can embrace God's healing and love.You can find more talks by Barbara Shlemon and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

The nature of God is to love. In this episode, Fr. Robert DeGrandis, S.S.J. discusses how God spreads his love through the Holy Spirit.You can find more talks by Fr. Robert DeGrandis, S.S.J. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

The question of why evil exists is one of the oldest questions of humankind. In this episode, Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. provides the Christian answer to that question and stories of inspiration that God provides in dark times.You can find more talks by Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

At Pentecost, the Holy Spirit descended on the gathered and gave to them the Gifts that would transform them from disciples into Saints. In this episode, Patricia Treece tells a history of the Church and its Saints from the perspective of the Gifts and miracles empowered by the power of the Holy Spirit.You can find more talks by Patricia Treece and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

The first battlefronts of spiritual warfare are of the flesh and of the world, where we as individuals and society as a whole are being drawn away from God. In this episode, Fr. Fio Mascarenhas, S.J. explains how standing firm in our faith is central to the spiritual battle that we can and must win.You can find more talks by Fr. Fio Mascarenhas, S.J. and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Humor opens your heart for the Lord to heal you. In this offbeat episode, Fr. Lou Cerulli simply spends his time trying to make you laugh.You can find more talks by Fr. Lou Cerulli and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Everyone of us is a carrier of hope, and hope can be God's grace to convert a soul. In this episode, Sr. Antonia Brenner tells stories of hope she encountered during her years spending times among the most violent criminals in a Mexican prison.You can find more talks by Sr. Antonia Brenner and others on SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

How do we fight the evil that tries to enter our life? In this episode, Fr. Bob Garon addresses the ways that God has given us for protection "under the shadows of His wings", through the fruits of the Holy Spirit.You can find more talks by Fr. Bob Garon and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

Both the Scriptures and modern psychology proclaim the power of gratitude to lift up and set free. In this episode, Fr. Bill Adams, CSsR reflects on both Scripture and science to open us up to this dynamic power.You can find more talks by Fr. Bill Adams, CSsR and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

In order to fulfill God's commandments to love God and love each other, we must be whole and spiritually healthy. In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Kim explains how identifying and healing our weaknesses can empower us while guiding us thorugh prayers for inner healing.Dr. Elizabeth Kim is psychologist and director of the Brain Fitness Center in California.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Dr. Elizabeth Kim.

Fasting and prayer aren't ends in themselves but rather helpful doorways through which we may pass in our walk toward Jesus and holiness. In this episode, Fr. Al Baca explores all the aspects of how fasting and prayer can help us become more intimate with Jesus.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Al Baca.

This quote from scripture (Joel 2:25) is a promise of healing, forgiveness, and above all, restoration. In this episode Fr. Patrick Crowley, SS.CC. focuses on healing the family tree and explains how God's restoration can bring healing even to the harms of the past.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Patrick Crowley, SS.CC.

The strength of God allows us to accomplish so much that is beyond our ordinary capability. In this episode, Fr. George Montague, S.M. discusses this strength and avoiding what blocks us from experiencing the full power of God in our lives.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. George Montague, S.M.

Christ our redeemer is "born of woman" (Galatians 4:4). In this episode, Fr. George Reynolds explores the call of Mary as Mother and the true Eve who gives life and as the true disciple that leads each of us into a full relationship with Jesus as Lord.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. George Reynolds.

God's will is that you be blessed. In this episode, Deacon Steve Greco walks us through how we might receive God's blessings in optimal ways and share that blessing with others.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Deacon Steve Greco.

Prayer is powerful! In this episode, Deacon Alex Jones discusses prayer's ability to unite us with the Father, and through that union, help us to cope, to grow, and to pray for others. He shares how we can be the most Christ-like when we place the needs of others before our own and pour out our hearts on their behalf.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Deacon Alex Jones.

In this episode, Patricia Treece helps explain the vastness of God's Divine Mercy by telling stories from the lives of saints and ordinary people where Divine Mercy was manifest.Patricia Treece is an author specializing nineteenth- and twentieth-century saints.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Patricia Treece.

The healing power of Jesus is real. In this episode, Bro. Pancratius Boudreau, C.Ss.R. shares with us how Jesus as healer is present in our lives and how we can open ourselves up to God's healing.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Bro. Pancratius Boudreau, C.Ss.R.

Anger is a suffering for the angry person as well as others. In this episode Dr. Ronda Chervin, PhD walks us through spiritual steps and methods to control and lessen our anger.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Dr. Ronda Chervin.

How is God calling us to minister His light to our nation in this need? In this episode Fr. Bill Delaney S.J. invites us to reflect on our call.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Bill Delaney, S.J.

Forgiveness is a power, and you have that power. In this episode, Fr. Raymond Roh, O.S.B. explains the healing power of forgiveness and guides us through forgiving others, forgiving ourselves, and accepting forgiveness from God.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Raymond Roh, O.S.B.

In this episode, Fr. George Montague, S.M. explains how Jesus, through his death and resurrection, bought our freedom from death and sin. And it is through the Holy Spirit that we can claim this freedom fully.Fr. George Montague, S.M. is a Marianist priest, author, and teacher.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. George Montague, S.M.

Our experience should be that hearing from God is normal, and yet a common complaint is that people can't hear him at all. But God is speaking at all times; all we have to do is tune in to HimIn this episode, Fr. Bob Bedard, discusses how we can open ourselves up to the mind of the Lord so that we can hear what He says.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Bob Bedard.

Jesus spoke of mercy in Matthew 9:1 as the result of an understanding between the Lord and ourselves. Mercy is mostly an anointing of the divine, but it ministers both to the giver and the receiver and leaves us thirsting for more.In this episode, Fr. Michael Barry, SSCC helps us seek out, find, and embrace the divine mercy that Jesus spoke about.Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Michael Barry, SSCC.

Why do terrible things happen despite our prayers? We are called to trust in Jesus and salvation by the Father, yet in the face of tragedy it be difficult. Fr. Benedict Groeschel, C.F.R. takes on this dilemma as it relates to the accident that nearly cost him his life as well as the major natural disaster of that time.Fr. Groeschel was a psychologist, spiritual director, and member of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. Visit SCRC.org/podcast for more episodes or SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks by Fr. Groeschel.

Christ's resurrection is the ultimate victory over death, and it is a victory that God hopes to share with all of us. In this episode Bob Canton explains how by living a resurrection-style life, we can share in that victory. If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Bob Canton and many others.

Jesus spoke the words, "my peace I give to you," offering us a great gift that can only come from Him. Sr. Briege McKenna, O.S.C. discusses what it means to experience Jesus' peace, even in the midst of great suffering.Sr. Briege McKenna, O.S.C., originally from Ireland, is a member of the Sisters of St. Clare and renowned for her healing ministry and ministry to priests.If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Sr. Briege and many others.

In this episode, Fr. Jim Nisbet, a Biblical scholar, weaves together the Gospels surrounding Jesus' Resurrection in an enlightening and detailed explanation of the events of Easter Sunday. If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Fr. Jim Nisbet and many others.

Despite enduring 18 months of discomfort, pain, and hunger while carrying a 6 foot cross 4200 miles across the United States, Jim Murphy came to see and understand the cross as a symbol of victory -- despite its weight and burden.In this episode, Jim Murphy tells the many stories of miracles and conversions witnessed and shared as he walked from Florida to California on a Journey with a Cross.If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Jim Murphy and many others.

Anyone who who has suffered seeks a solution to pain and misery and may wonder at God's role in suffering. But Jesus at Calvary is an example of one who accepted even the tortuous death of the cross with an understanding that the Father's will would work through the suffering.Fr. John Hampsch, C.F.R. explains how through growth in understanding our own suffering we can grow to understands Christ's suffering on the cross and through Him grow in our faith.Fr. Hampsch is the founder of Claretian Teaching Ministry based in Southern California.If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Fr. Hampsch and many others.

According to St. Pope John Paul II, "culture" is everything that molds a person and his community. In this episode, Fr. Stan Fortuna, C.F.R. discusses the great transformative power of the Holy Eucharist and how to allow the Eucharist into our lives and culture around us.Fr. Stan Fortuna, C.F.R. is a music artist and one of the original members of the Community of Franciscan Friars of the Renewal based in New York.You can find more talks by Fr. Stan and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

The Devotion of the Seven Sorrows promotes union with the sufferings of Christ through the sufferings that his mother endured throughout her life. Kay Murdy explains that by meditating on the Seven Sorrows, we find healing for our own wounds and compassion for those who sorrow.Kay Murdy is a teacher, author, and speaker based in Southern California.You can find more talks by Kay Murdy and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

"What we FEAR is HERE", we are told. But there is no fear when we put on St. Paul's Armor of God. Fr. Bill Adams, CSsR explores what this means for our daily lives.You can find more talks by Fr. Bill Adams, CSsR and others at SCRC's Online Store at SCRC.org/OnlineStore .

To be in the presence of God is to be in the presence of Peace. In this episode, Ursula "Babsie" Bleasdell explores what it means to us as Christians that Jesus left with us the gift of Peace and what we are to do with it.Babsie Bleasdell was a world renowned teacher and renewal leader based in Trinidad and Tobago.You can view more talk from Babsie online at SCRC.org/OnlineStore where you can choose from thousands of talks available for download.

In this episode, Fr. Robert DeGrandis SSJ discusses how the forgiveness and love we are called to share as Christian heals afflictions of all kinds.If you enjoy this episode, please consider visiting SCRC.org/OnlineStore for more talks from Fr. DeGrandis and many others.