Podcasts about contemplative prayer

In this short bonus episode, listeners are guided through a practice of Wilderness Contemplative Prayer. This guided prayer and meditation invites you to step into a quiet, sacred space—a space where you can breathe, be still, and gently return to yourself and the Presence that holds all things. Whether you're beginning your day, in the midst of a busy season, or simply need a pause, let this be your gentle return to your center. Practice Suggestions: Find a quiet space and comfortable posture.  Begin by taking a few deep breaths before pressing play Let your thoughts come and go without judgment. Use this meditation as a morning ritual, midday pause, or evening reflection If something rises in you—emotion, clarity, resistance—greet it kindly and without judgement.  __ Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram (@natureasbeloved). Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback: natureasbeloved@gmail.com.

Send us a textEpisode 256Speaker Richard Rohr Topic: On the Edge What a vision: Father, may they be one, as we are one.Every BlessingArchie and Cathy 

In this special episode of Nature as Beloved, Nature as Self, we explore how Wilderness Contemplative Prayer as a path into divine intimacy—where silence becomes the language of God, and the soul sinks into a deep, sacred stillness. Further, we explore: The mystical imagery of the “abyss of God” found in Christian contemplative tradition—from Angela of Foligno to Meister Eckhart, Hadewijch, and John Ruusbroec. How to engage in Wilderness Christian Contemplative Prayer using sacred landscapes and images to foster a deeper sense of awe, surrender, and belonging. From the Grand Canyon to the mystics' visions of the abyss of God, this episode invites you to open inwardly and downward—toward the Divine Depth that lies within all things. Stay connected! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @natureasbeloved. Send us your ideas, questions, or feedback: natureasbeloved@gmail.com.

How is it that a set of beads can be a tool of comfort, a means of contemplative prayer, and provide hope for those in need of spiritual direction? Hear how the Rosary, a gift given to us by the Blessed Virgin Mary, can become for us a guide to Heaven. In this episode, you will learn: The spiritual benefits the Rosary offers to those who pray it regularly How even non-Catholics can experience grace through praying the Rosary Insights into the 20 mysteries of the Rosary and how they deepen our understanding of Christ's life and mission Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Praying the Rosary is nothing other than to contemplate with Mary the face of Christ.” - Saint John Paul II Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope. Click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support/

Send us a textEpisode 255Speaker Richard Rohr Topic: On the Edge This 2007 recording takes us to the heart of all Richard's teachingthat the grace of God is as available as the air we breathe.There is nothing we can do to make God love us moreThere is nothing we can do to make God love us less.Thanks be to God.Archie

Lecture by Prof. Luis M. Girón Negrón (Harvard University), given on April 20, 2025, at the Ramakrishna Vedanta Society, Boston, MA

Send us a textEpisode 254Speaker: Bill Heubsch Topic:   The Universal Call to Holiness.  A Spirituality of Subtraction.I play this teaching over and over. It's so inspiring and refreshing to remember that at Vatican 2,2151 bishops voted this was the way ahead, and only 5 disagreed.  This is still the official Holy Spirit-inspired teaching of the Catholic Church.You can listen again to the full episodes.Title:  Universal Call to Holliness Part 1   Episode 157           Universal Call to Holliness Part 2   Episode 158

Send us a textEpisode: 253Speaker: Amy CameronTopic: Contemplation Part 2 Wonder draws our eyes to the Mystery, Contemplation keeps our hearts still enough to be changed.

Send us a textEpisode 251Speaker: Richard Rohr Topic. On the Edge , Being a Christian in 21st Century Part 2 

This week, we're taking some time to explore some of the contemplative prayer practices that we have talked about during our recent series around prayer. We'll be walking through practices together as a community, as well as providing a space to explore some prayer practices on our own. Additional resources can be found on out website at https://elevationwaterloo.org/contemplative-prayer-practices/

Send us a textEpisode: 250Speaker Richard Rohr Topic: On the Edge Part 1.  Being a Christian in the 21st CenturyTimeless Wisdom Recorded in 2007 in York, England, touching on the inner journey, from Information to Transformation 

Description: Today, Jen and Amy sit down with a treasured friend of the show, Franciscan priest and truth-teller, Father Richard Rohr. Father Rohr has been a genuine hero of the faith who has guided us through much uncertainty over the years. Sometimes, we turn to him for mystic insights into lighter things like our Enneagram types and relationships. But today, we turned to him for help processing the anger, grief, and dismay we feel living in America right now. And he met the moment, as he always does. With gentle grace, Father Rohr guides us through our toughest questions, like: How do we live compassionately in a time of violence and despair? And what can we do with our private disappointments and the anger we feel in such an unjust world? What can we do? Non-violent resistance is our chief responsibility right now. Like John Lewis said, these times call for some “good trouble”. Join the marches, call and write our elected leaders, and mobilize strategically for upcoming elections. We have several democratic tools at our disposal. Where can we look for inspiration? Father Rohr talks to us about his latest project, The Tears of Things, which recounts the timeless wisdom of the Hebrew prophets and notes “If we can understand the prophets so poorly, if at all, no wonder we have not understood Jesus.”  What's one thing we can do to live prophetically in these chaotic times? And Father Rohr tells us what is giving him hope today. You'll find it contagious. Thought-provoking Quotes: You know that the book of Lamentations was included in the Bible and it's very telling that it's not lamenting any single war or single death. It's about universal sadness, giving us permission for a universal lament for the tragic sense of life.” -  Fr. Richard Rohr “We have to dig deep for hope. There isn't a logical basis for it today. But I do find it in nature.” – Fr. Richard Rohr “Tears put us in touch with the soul and that's their great gift.” – Fr. Richard Rohr “Trust the excluded ones. Trust the little people. Jesus told us that. They will be much closer to the inside of the gospel than anybody who's easily holding power or position. Look for the fruits of the spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control. You won't as readily find that in billionaires as you will in the little people.” – Fr. Richard Rohr “You're ping ponging back and forth between rage and lament. And it's hard to find your center. And then the next day it's something different. It is a daily onslaught right now. It's so overwhelming.” – Amy Hardin Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer by Fr. Richard Rohr - https://amzn.to/4iaaBU0 Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life by Fr. Richard Rohr - https://amzn.to/4jrgkpy The Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See, Hope For, and Believe by Fr. Richard Rohr - https://amzn.to/44ruxhU The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage by Fr. Richard Rohr - https://amzn.to/3XUyPKP Live Yourself Into a New Way of Thinking: Richard Rohr - https://jenhatmaker.com/podcasts/series-16/live-yourself-into-a-new-way-of-thinking-richard-rohr/ Enneagram Ones – The Reformers with Father Richard Rohr - https://jenhatmaker.com/podcasts/series-27/enneagram-ones-the-reformers-with-father-richard-rohr/ Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer by Fr. Richard Rohr - https://amzn.to/3Edg7Yi Center for Contemplation and Action - https://cac.org/ Guest's Links: Website - https://cac.org/ Twitter - https://x.com/RichardRohrOFM Connect with Jen! Jen's Website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker Jen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmaker Jen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textEpisode 249Speaker Charles Whitehead Topic: Called to be an Ecumenical Church Part 2 ( Timeless Teaching )

Send us a textEpisode 248Speaker Charles WhiteheadTopic Called to be an Ecumenical Church Part 1  ( Timeless teaching )

Send us a textEpisode 247 Speaker Michelle Moran Topic Living Kingdom Values in Everyday Life Part 2 Recorded in 2017 

In this episode of Together for Good, we explore the transformative practice of Centering Prayer with Ron Rinkle, a former academic and marketing executive who has discovered deep spiritual renewal through this contemplative approach.Ron shares how Centering Prayer speaks to the modern challenges of self-identity, time, and love, offering a countercultural rhythm of stillness in a world driven by noise and productivity. With a unique blend of psychological and sociological insights, he unpacks the ways this practice fosters inner peace, strengthens faith, and deepens our awareness of God's presence.If you've ever felt that traditional prayer methods weren't working for you—or if you're curious about how silence can become a powerful tool for spiritual growth—this conversation is for you.In This Episode:

Send us a textEpisode 245Speaker Dave WellsTopic Discipleship in 21st Century Part 3 Timeless Wisdom Recorded in 2015 

Some thoughts on meditation and contemplative prayer, nuances and practices.

Send us a textEpisode 244Speaker Dave WellsTopic Discipleship in the 21st Century Part 2 Timeless Wisdom Recorded in 2015 

Send us a textEpisode 243Speaker Dave Wells Topic Discipleship in the 21st Century  Part 1 Timeless Wisdom  Recorded in 2015 

Send us a textEpisode: 242Speaker: James FinleyTopic: Humility a path to freedom Part 4 Timeless Truth of the inner life in today's language  

Send us a textEpisode: 241Speaker: James FinleyTopic: Humility a path to freedom Part 3.Timeless Truth about the inner life. 

Today's tip comes from Trevor Mendez in Boston.  Trevor says: "Spend lots of time in contemplative prayer, seeking God's guidance over what you'll say and how." Thanks, Trevor. Your point is vitally important. What does this mean? Why is contemplative prayer important, and how do we open ourselves to God's guidance through prayer? Notes: https://www.malcolmcox.org/teaching-tip-402-your-voice-matters-part-7-contemplative-prayer-tips-for-new-and-inexperienced-speakers-malcolm-cox/ Send questions and comments here ➡️ malcolm@malcolmcox.org Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/gSDyn8YXauc Subscribe to my Podcast: https://audioboom.com/channels/4909728.rss Get a copy of my free eBook on spiritual disciplines, “How God grows His people”, sign up at my website: http://[www.malcolmcox.org](http://www.malcolmcox.org/).  Connect with me! Instagram: (https://instagram.com/malcolmcoxteachingtips) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/malcolmccox/) Website: (https://www.malcolmcox.org) Question: How do you feel about employing contemplative prayer as part of your lesson preparation? I am a qualified solutions-focused coach. You can book a session with me either via the email above or at the website: https://malcolmcoxcoaching.com/ God bless, Malcolm

Ken talks with Jerry Windley-Daoust “Imagine You Walked with Jesus: A Guide to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer” (Our Sunday Visitor) and Sister Josephine Garrett, CSFN “Wilderness Within: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation” (Ave Maria Press). Jerry's book available at: Our Sunday Visitor – Imagine You Walked with Jesus: A Guide to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer and Sister Garrett's book […] L'articolo Meet the Author with Ken Huck – February 13, 2025 – Jerry Windley-Daoust “Imagine You Walked with Jesus: A Guide to Ignatian Contemplative Prayer” and Sister Josephine Garrett, CSFN “Wilderness Within: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation” proviene da Radio Maria.

Send us a textEpisode 240Speaker: James FinleyTopic: Humility a Path to Freedom Timeless Teaching 

Send us a textEpisode: 239Speaker: James FinleyTopic: Humility a Path to Freedom.Timeless Truth 

Join us as Pastor Tommy Moore guides us into the transformative practice of contemplative prayer - looking at God's beauty, yielding to His love, and resting in His presence. Discover how this intimate connection can reshape you from the inside out. To get connected visit https://www.midtownvineyardchurch.com/connect To Donate https://midtownvineyard.churchcenter.com/giving Download the church center app to stay in the loop https://churchcenter.com/setup To Donate https://midtownvineyard.churchcenter.com/giving Discover more at https://www.midtownvineyardchurch.com/ Find us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/midtownvineyard/# Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midtownvineyardmb

Send us a textEpisode 238Speaker: Nancy KellarTopic Baptism in the Holy Spirit Part 2 Timeless Teaching  Recorded in 2005 but still so true I was reminded of the Threefold blessing of the Spirit, iePersonal then Corporate then completed in a Global Blessing.Every BlessingArchie and Cathy 

Sometimes after doing a practice for a while, you may be invited to lead others in that practice. And leading contemplatively is its own practice. In this meditation, Kevin Driedger offers his approach to "The Practice of Leading Contemplative Prayer." Kevin lives on the Canadian prairies with his lovely wife June. He tries to bring a contemplative, compassionate, and creative spirit to everything he does.

Send us a textEpisode: 237Speaker: Sr Nancy KellarTopic: Baptism in the Holy Spirit.Recorded in 2005, this lets you hear the kind of questions people were asking each other about their awareness of God's presence and purpose in their lives. " Have you had a personal experience of Pentecost " I truly believe, that after reflection, most people would say yes, but at the time did not understand that it was the Spirit of God at work in and through them.Every BlessingArchie and CathyAgape Ministries  

Send us a textEpisode 236Speaker David Wells Topic: See I am doing a new thing Part 2 What thought our impression blessed you in this teaching?Every Blessing for 2025 Archie and Cathy 

Send us a textEpisode 235Speaker David Wells Topic: See I am doing a New Thing  (Isaiah 43:19)Timeless Teaching, was recorded in London 2018.

An advent examen on love

Sitting with Jesus in Joy

In contemplative prayer, we seek Jesus. As St. Teresa of Avila put it, contemplative prayer “is nothing else than a close sharing between friends.” The Catechism tells us this form of prayer is a gift, a covenant, and a communion. Further, it is a silent gaze “fixed on Jesus.” In this episode, Fr. Mike helps us better understand this intimate form of prayer. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2709-2724. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Send us a textEpisode 232Speaker: Richard Rohr Topic Looking sideways at  Christ.May we all be One  Every Blessing to EveryoneArchie and Cathy

In this series Fr. Donald Haggerty and Kris McGregor discuss the depths of prayer as explored by St. John of the Cross, the Mystical Doctor of the Church.  In this episode, they continue their conversation on that which leads to the experience of the Dark Nights often associated with St. John of the Cross The post SJC4 – Pure Faith in Contemplative Prayer – St. John of the Cross with Fr. Donald Haggerty – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Denise Dynes guides a contemplative prayer on peace for week 2 of advent. 

Send us a textEpisode 231 Speaker: Richard RohrTopic: Looking Sideways at Christ.Jesus at the Last Supper prayed that all God's children be one family.We now have thousands of denominations !  

Denise Dynes leads an advent contemplative prayer.

Send us a textEpisode 230 Speaker: Chisty WimberTopic : Making Disciples  Part 4.

On today's journey, we will introduce you to Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller of the Archdiocese of San Antonio and a book he wrote titled Transforming Prayer for Pilgrims.   During our journey, you will: Learn about its purpose. Discover how a specific prayer mentioned in the book has helped countless men and women in their spiritual journey. Be encouraged to begin or continue your journey of prayer, prayer that helps us be transformed. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “Embrace the cross rather than fearing where Jesus is leading me.” - Blessed Maria Concepcion Cabarera de Armida, also tenderly known as Blessed Conchita. Learn more at PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Journeys Help us spread hope! PilgrimCenterOfHope.org/Donate We are so grateful to this month's sponsors, Danny & Anna Rangel, who made this podcast episode possible. Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started.

Send us a textEpisode 228Speaker Christy WimberTopic: Making Disciples Part 2 .

Send us a textEpisode 227Speaker  Christy Wimber Topic Making Disciples Part 1 Recorded in 2018Christy Wimber planted Yorba Linda Vineyard in southern California in 2006.  But despite growing a flourishing congregation, she announced early in 2017 that she was closing the church. She recalls thinking, “I don't understand this. This is not what I want to do, but I do feel like this is the Lord.” Since receiving the message from God that “your assignment here is done”, Wimber has shifted focus to now training church planters. She aims to create a group of leaders who can plant and lead new churches.  Her track record of following the Lord's call to unchartered territories has led to an equity of trust and respect among her fellow leaders. Christy's call to include the privilege of discipleship is the full gospel and very refreshing. Just imagine being in that inner place where you experience the promise of Philippians 4: 6 and 7.  Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.  Then you will experience God's peace, transcending anything we can understand with reason and logic. Then the peace of God will be released in you, guarding your heart and mind, when you believe what Jesus believed.  Next 4 weeksWe will break down Christy 2 talks into four parts. The first two episodes 227 and 228  on the freedom  God is calling the Church into.the final two 229 and 230 on how we respond to this call to freedom  

Why did you write this book? The subtitle is “The Divine Gateway to Lecto Divina and Contemplative Prayer”. What is Lecto Divina? What is contemplative prayer? I'd like to drill down a bit into the 4 parts of Lecto Divina clarity The first is Lecto which means reading. What's going on here? The second is Meditetio, meaning meditation or reflection.  This is narrowing in a portion of the passage correct?  You caution against private revelation, why is that ? Third is oratio, where reading becomes praying, where you make the words your own. Tell us more about this step Fourth is contemplation. You say this is complicated, more difficult than what it may seem at first and something you grow into. What about contemplating is so difficult? In the section on how to use this book, you rely on teachings from the church fathers. Tell us a bit about who you're referring to when you say that and why you feel we should look to their advice? You talk about the difference between praise and worship vs prayer. What is the difference? Your book is a portion of the Psalms that are found in the Bible. What did you leave out and why? You made a new translation of the excerpts using the Hebrew, Greek (Septuagint), and Latin. First, why did you feel the need for a new translation rather than just using an existing one? Since the Psalms were originally written in Hebrew, explain what the Greek Septuagint is and why you took that into account. I don't know much about Latin, other than it used a lot in the Catholic Faith and I know you are catholic. What's unique about Latin, why has the Catholic Church used it and why did you consider it in your translation? You talk about how we should properly think about two references we see in the Psalms. One is our enemies, the other is images of fortifications like fortress, refuge and rock. Let's take one a time, first how should we think about our enemies when praying? Next how should we think about images of fortifications? You chose to use the word “Father” when the name of God, or tetragramtron is used.  For clarification, what is the tetragramatron, how has it been translated and spoken historically by Jewish believers as well as in modern Christian Bibles? Why did you decide to use the word “father” here. There's a lot debate among the Messianic faith, which is what I practice, on whether we can and should pronounce the name of God. What is the position of the Catholic faith and you personally on this issue? We consider the Psalms as literary poetry, but you said you intentionally chose in your translation to focus on the meaning and less on the poetry.  Am I correct in stating that and why did you take that approach? You suggest changing the tenses when reading the Psalms as well as inserting personal names where there are general references. Why ? I'd like to read a quote from John Cassian on pg 23 of the intro and get your thoughts on it With the breathing prayers and mediation you caution against Eastern or modern forms of meditation. What's the difference between good and bad meditation? I do my quiet time in the morning and when I tried the breathing prayers I found myself falling asleep a couple times. How can I avoid this other than getting a good nights rest? Finally in your intro you had some thoughts on journaling and provided blank pages in your book for journaling, specifically that it can be beneficial but you had some cautions as well. What's the best way to incorporate journaling into our prayers? At the end of your book you have a mood index where you have categorized the Psalm excerpts from the book based on feelings. I've heard a variety of opinions on how we as believers should think about and respond to our feelings, whether we should embrace them and be in touch with them, or alternatively redirect what we consider negative feelings and focus on being positive. This is particularly relevant when we're going through difficult circumstances and trying to heal through those circumstances. For me personally my wife separated from me and has stated her intent to divorce me and I've experienced deep sadness both during this time as well as in the past, so this issue of our feelings is one I'm very interested in. How do you think we should think about our feelings? The bulk of your book is in fact the Psalms themselves and not your thoughts about praying them. Would you mind walking us through the process we've discussed by selecting one of them Psalms and demonstrating how you might pray with that Psalm. How can others get your book and contact you? Any final thoughts?

Pastor Rich continues our Slow Motion series. We explore why contemplative prayer is one of the most important practices to remain close to God and faithfully live in the world.

Check out this awesome encore show from August 29, 2024! Father Rob Kroll joins Patrick to discuss Contemplation (4:03) What is Prayer? How do the three types of prayer, vocal, meditative and contemplative, connect with each other. (20:02) Rosemary - My mind is either blank many times or I start thinking about things going on in my day and get discouraged. (25:41) Break 1 How can you rest in the Lords presence by blanking your mind. (32:02) Carlos - First time practicing contemplation this morning.  Amazed at what he received from the Lord.  Glad you're talking about this today. Terri - When I try contemplative prayer, I almost feel like it's offensive to God like not giving it all. (39:13) Break 2 Monica - Has 8 kids.  Homeschooled.  Very busy and really longing to grow in prayer.  It started with sleeping, washing dishes, being with children and coming into union with God. (46:52)  Anna - Prayer also begins with what we do before or after prayer.  How much time to we spend being stimulated by the world? Resources: Fr. Thomas Merton, Contemplative Prayer https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/351723.Contemplative_Prayer CS Lewis, Letters to Malcolm: Chiefly on Prayer https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Malcolm-Chiefly-C-S-Lewis/dp/0156027666 Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M., Prayer Primer https://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/prayer-primer-igniting-a-fire-within Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M., Fire Within: St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and the Gospel—on Prayer​ https://ignatius.com/fire-within-fwp/ Fr. Jacques Philippe, Time for God https://scepterpublishers.org/products/copy-of-time-for-god?srsltid=AfmBOopzvCN9XxB6XBd3ZwdGmgZznUzCbOAdZHvTO-f_wu2_Duyi9qLe&variant=42370443542705 Peter Kreeft, Prayer for Beginners https://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/prayer-for-beginners Fr. Thomas Acklin and Fr. Boniface Hicks, Personal prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father's Love https://stpaulcenter.com/product/personal-prayer-a-guide-for-receiving-the-fathers-love/

Father Rob Kroll joins Patrick to discuss Contemplation (4:03) What is Prayer? How do the three types of prayer, vocal, meditative and contemplative, connect with each other. (20:02) Rosemary - My mind is either blank many times or I start thinking about things going on in my day and get discouraged. (25:41) Break 1 How can you rest in the Lords presence by blanking your mind. (32:02) Carlos - First time practicing contemplation this morning.  Amazed at what he received from the Lord.  Glad you're talking about this today. Terri - When I try contemplative prayer, I almost feel like it's offensive to God like not giving it all. (39:13) Break 2 Monica - Has 8 kids.  Homeschooled.  Very busy and really longing to grow in prayer.  It started with sleeping, washing dishes, being with children and coming into union with God. (46:52)  Anna - Prayer also begins with what we do before or after prayer.  How much time to we spend being stimulated by the world? Resources: Fr. Thomas Merton, Contemplative Prayer https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/351723.Contemplative_Prayer CS Lewis, Letters to Malcolm: Chiefly on Prayer https://www.amazon.com/Letters-Malcolm-Chiefly-C-S-Lewis/dp/0156027666 Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M., Prayer Primer https://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/prayer-primer-igniting-a-fire-within Fr. Thomas Dubay, S.M., Fire Within: St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and the Gospel—on Prayer​ https://ignatius.com/fire-within-fwp/ Fr. Jacques Philippe, Time for God https://scepterpublishers.org/products/copy-of-time-for-god?srsltid=AfmBOopzvCN9XxB6XBd3ZwdGmgZznUzCbOAdZHvTO-f_wu2_Duyi9qLe&variant=42370443542705 Peter Kreeft, Prayer for Beginners https://www.lighthousecatholicmedia.org/store/title/prayer-for-beginners Fr. Thomas Acklin and Fr. Boniface Hicks, Personal prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father's Love https://stpaulcenter.com/product/personal-prayer-a-guide-for-receiving-the-fathers-love/

Help Me Pick the Best Podcast Conversation of 2024!For the next two weeks, I'll replay the top-two most downloaded interviews for the second quarter oft his year. Then we'll have a survey for you to vote and choose a winner to move onto the semi-finals.The first quarter winner was Mattie Jackson-Smith! After we choose a winner from Q2, you can choose the finalist from the first half of the year by voting between the first two winners (Mattie Jackson-Smith and whoever wins Q2). At the end of the year, we'll let the two semi-finalist winners battle to become the inaugural Dr. Lee Warren Podcast Award winner! Let's listen to these amazing conversations and then honor our guests for sharing their stories and their wisdom with us.The nominees for Q2 are Pete Greig and Tara-Leigh Cobble! We will replay Pete's episode today and Tara-Leigh's next Wednesday, and then you can vote to see who goes head-to-head with Mattie in three weeks!(Remember: when we replay old episodes, the free books have already been given away)Pete Greig has been teaching us to pray for decades.What do you do when God seems far away? How do we learn to hear God? How do we pray when life hurts?These are BIG questions! And Pete's here to help us answer them.Pete's official bio and links:Pete Greig is the Senior Pastor of Emmaus Rd church, and the bewildered founder of 24-7 Prayer, an international, inter-denominational movement of prayer, mission and justice operating in more than 100 countries.Pete's books, which are available in various languages and formats, have won the following awards: + ‘Dirty Glory' - UK Christian Book of the year+ ‘How to Pray' - short-listed for the ECPA Christian Book of the Year® Award, 2021+ ‘How to Hear God' - Best Christian Life Book, 2022, Winner, Resources of the Year, 2023 in the Spiritual Growth category.+ ‘God on Mute' has been described as ‘a Christian classic' by the Archbishop of Canterbury.Pete's free, online resources include The Prayer Course - downloaded more than three million times, The Lectio Course, and Lectio365 - a daily devotional with more than 225,000 regular users.He and his wife Sammy are members of The Order of the Mustard Seed (OMS). They split their time between a barge on the River Wey near Guildford, England, and a cliff top retreat on the Isle of Wight where they host and mentor leaders from around the world. Pete is an Ambassador for the NGO Tearfund, a visiting lecturer for St Mellitus Theological College and one of the founding conveners of the Wildfires festival. Follow me @drleewarren on Instagram to keep up with the tournament as the year progresses!Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episodes and lots more content by clicking here. Visit one of our affiliate partners and consider using their products (we use them every day):Improve your gut health, support your immune system, and protect your brain with Pique!Other Helpful Links:Click here to access the Hope Is the First Dose playlist of hopeful, healing songs!Be sure to check out my new book, Hope Is the First Dose!Here's a free 5-day Bible study on YouVersion/BibleApp based on my new book!Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!All recent episodes with transcripts are available here! (00:01) - Introduction (00:52) - Inaugural Podcast Award Announcement (01:21) - Quarter Two Winner Selection (02:05) - Revisiting a Favorite Author: Pete Gregg (08:49) - Self-Brain Surgery School (16:59) - Facing Personal Challenges (18:36) - Journey from Prayer to Contemplation (21:17) - Understanding God's Will (22:36) - Navigating Dark Seasons in Faith (26:49) - How to Pray: A Simple Guide (28:56) - Embracing the Miraculous (30:37) - Unpacking the P-R-A-Y Model (31:37) - Centering and Rejoicing in God's Presence (34:21) - Transitioning from Warrior Prayers to Trusting God's Plan (46:17) - Bridging Neuroscience and Contemplative Prayer (56:06) - Impact of Prayer and Listening to God's Voice (56:48) - Finding Hope and Healing in Grief and Loss (59:55) - Trusting God Amidst Unanswered Questions (01:02:23) - Apostolic Blessing of Hope and Peace (01:04:08) - Reflecting on Profound Conversations with Pete Gregg