Podcasts about discerning hearts

Fr. Mauritius Wilde explores how St. Benedict and the Desert Fathers teach us to recognize temptation and respond with the power of Scripture and the Holy Spirit. The post HR 18 – Fighting The Demons – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This final reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the Incarnation, the Eucharist, Mary, and the call to become weavers of hope. The post MH30 – Weavers of Hope – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Happy feast of St. Lawrence of Brindisi! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss St. Lawrence as the Apostolic Doctor of the Church. Other guests include Deacon Steven Greydanus with a review of the Odyssey, and Kris McGregor from Discerning Hearts to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Collect for the feast of St. Lawrence of Brindisi O God, who for the glory of your name and the salvation of souls bestowed on the Priest Saint Lawrence of Brindisi a spirit of counsel and fortitude, grant, we pray, that in the same spirit, we may know what must be done and, through his intercession, bring it to completion. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fr. Gallagher explores Rule Seven of the Discernment of Spirits and how God's grace remains present during spiritual desolation. The post The Seventh Rule – Discernment of Spirits w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers peace, dialogue, and the call to see the faces of those who suffer. The post MH29 – The Faces That Call Us to Peace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the call to disarm our words, speak truth with charity, and serve peace. The post MH28 – Disarming Words – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the civilization of love, digital connection, justice, fraternity, and the common good. The post MH27 – The Civilization of Love – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers digital attention, interior freedom, vulnerability, and the call to digital sobriety. The post MH26 – Interior Freedom in a Digital Age – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the dignity of work in a time of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The post MH25 – The Dignity of Work – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Begin a new series with Dr. Anthony Lilles as St. Bonaventure introduces the life, spirituality and enduring witness of St. Francis of Assisi. The post LOF1 – Introducing St. Francis Through St. Bonaventure – St. Francis of Assisi: His Life and Spirituality with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers education, digital life, and forming young hearts in truth, dignity, and freedom. The post MH24 – Education for a Discerning Heart – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers truth as a common good in the age of digital platforms, AI, and disinformation. The post MH23 – Truth as a Common Good – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers human limits, weakness, vulnerability, and the transforming power of grace. The post MH22 – Limits, Wounds and Grace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers care, human dignity, and what must not be lost in the age of artificial intelligence. The post MH21 – What Must Not Be Lost – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers how artificial intelligence can be disarmed through responsibility, transparency and human dignity. The post MH20 – Disarming AI – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Joseph Pearce explores G.K. Chesterton's The Man Who Was Thursday, revealing a masterful blend of mystery, paradox, faith, and divine providence. The post GWWL13 – G. K. Chesterton and The Man Who Was Thursday – Great Works in Western Literature with Joseph Pearce – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers what artificial intelligence can imitate, what it cannot be and why discernment matters. The post MH19 – What AI Can and Cannot Be – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde explores how St. Benedict's understanding of obedience begins with deep listening and leads to greater trust, freedom, and love. The post HR 17 – Listening to God’s Voice…Obedience – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the technocratic paradigm, efficiency, human dignity, and the measure of love. The post MH18 – When Efficiency Becomes the Measure – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers technological power, human dignity, and the need for discernment in daily digital life. The post MH5 – Who Holds the Power? – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the “new things” of our time, including artificial intelligence, digital life and the need for wisdom. The post MH4 – The New Things of Our Time – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the Social Doctrine of the Church as a living wisdom for discernment, action and joyful Christian witness. The post MH3 – A Living Wisdom for Discernment – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Reflecting on Pope Leo XIV's teaching, this episode considers Christ as the living stone and how every small act of cooperation with grace matters in God's work. The post MH2 – Cooperating with Grace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Reflecting on Pope Leo XIV's teaching, this episode considers Christ as the living stone and how every small act of cooperation with grace matters in God's work. The post MH2 – Cooperating with Grace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

In this opening episode, Kris McGregor begins a 30-day journey with Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas, reflecting on human dignity, the Tower of Babel and the call to build with God in the light of Christ. The post MH1 – Created by God in All Our Grandeur – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on how reading, listening, and lifelong learning help form a Benedictine community of wisdom and faith. The post HR 16 – The Value of Listening and Silence – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on how reading, listening, and lifelong learning help form a Benedictine community of wisdom and faith. The post HR 16 – The Value of Listening and Silence – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

What happens when a person sincerely seeks to grow closer to God, yet suddenly encounters discouragement, confusion, or unexpected obstacles? In Episode Four, Fr. Timothy Gallagher explores Rule Two of the Discernment of Spirits, revealing how the enemy seeks to hinder spiritual growth while God offers courage, peace, and strength to continue moving forward. A valuable teaching for personal prayer, parish formation, retreat groups, and anyone seeking to rise from good to better in the service of God. The post The Second Rule – Discernment of Spirits w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on how love, humility, and trust in God gradually transform fear in the Christian life. The post HR 15 – The Remedy For Fear Is Love – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on how love, humility, and trust in God gradually transform fear in the Christian life. The post HR 15 – The Remedy For Fear Is Love – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The 14 Rules for the Discernment of Spirits – The First Week Rules as formulated by St. Ignatius of Loyola Fr. Timothy Gallagher with Kris McGregor Episode Two: The life of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the foundational elements of the Spiritual Exercises In Episode Two of The Discernment of Spirits: Setting the Captives Free, Fr. ... Read more The post The Life of St. Ignatius – Discernment of Spirits w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's wisdom of sustainability, stewardship, and freedom from the endless pursuit of the latest things. The post HR 14 – In place of wanting the latest….sustainability – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's wisdom of sustainability, stewardship, and freedom from the endless pursuit of the latest things. The post HR 14 – In place of wanting the latest….sustainability – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Joseph Pearce explores Bram Stoker's Dracula, revealing themes of spiritual battle, evil, sacramental power, and Christian truth. The post GWWL12 – Bram Stoker – Dracula – Great Works in Western Literature with Joseph Pearce – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's wisdom for balancing spiritual ideals with human weakness, mercy, and grace. The post HR 13 – In place of idealistic spirituality…acknowledging one’s needs – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's wisdom for balancing spiritual ideals with human weakness, mercy, and grace. The post HR 13 – In place of idealistic spirituality…acknowledging one’s needs – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor reflect on the lifelong formation involved in recognizing spiritual consolation and desolation through the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola. The post SISL19 – Conclusion – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Kris McGregor speaks with Fr. Christopher Collins, SJ, author of The Three Moments of the Day, about the morning offering, the Eucharist and the evening examen as a daily path into the heart of Jesus. This conversation offers a rich invitation into Sacred Heart devotion, Ignatian spirituality and a deeper life of prayer. The post Fr. Christopher Collins S.J. – Three Moments of the Day on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Kris McGregor speaks with Fr. Christopher Collins, SJ, author of The Three Moments of the Day, about the morning offering, the Eucharist and the evening examen as a daily path into the heart of Jesus. This conversation offers a rich invitation into Sacred Heart devotion, Ignatian spirituality and a deeper life of prayer. The post Fr. Christopher Collins S.J. – Three Moments of the Day on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on humility, self-righteousness and the lifelong Benedictine call to seek God with trust and openness. The post HR 12 – In place of self-righteousness…seeking God – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Pray Day 1 of the Novena to the Holy Spirit, asking for the seven holy gifts, wisdom, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, childlike trust and holy fear of God. The post Day 1 Novena to the Holy Spirit – Discerning Hearts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on humility, self-righteousness and the lifelong Benedictine call to seek God with trust and openness. The post HR 12 – In place of self-righteousness…seeking God – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher continues the story of Bob to illustrate how the Ignatian spiritual exercises can reveal deeper wounds and foster healing. The post SISL18 – Image of God – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Joseph Pearce explores Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice and King Lear, revealing powerful themes of mercy, justice, pride, and redemption. The post GWWL11 – William Shakespeare – Merchant of Venice and King Lear – Great Works in Western Literature with Joseph Pearce – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on how St. Benedict's understanding of correction and reconciliation leads to healing and restored community life. The post HR 11 – In Place Of Relativism…Healing Consequences – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher explores the experience of spiritual dryness in prayer, highlighting it as a potential sign of growth rather than failure. The post SISL17 – A Need to Share – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's teaching that every guest is to be welcomed as Christ. The post HR 10 – Instead of circling around one's self, hospitality – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor explore the spiritual challenges faced during prayer, using Cathy's journey as a case study to illustrate how prayer evolves over time. The post SISL16 – Growth – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Joseph Pearce explores C.S. Lewis's The Pilgrim's Regress, a powerful allegory of conversion, desire, truth, and the journey to faith. The post GWWL10 – C.S. Lewis – Pilgrim’s Regress – Great Works in Western Literature with Joseph Pearce – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's teaching that true freedom comes from responsibility, trust and standing on one's own feet. The post HR 9 – Instead of leaning on others, standing on one’s own feet – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.