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In this special episode, Jim and Kirsten review the season and offer a way for us to turn to Gabriel Marcel for guidance on our own spiritual path. Resource Section: A transcript for this episode can be found here. A link to the Oneing article Kirsten mentions can be found here. An information sheet on Lectio practice can be found here. The book we will be using this season can be found here. Connect with us: This podcast is made possible, thanks to the generosity of our donors. If you would love to support the ongoing work of the Center for Action and Contemplation and the continued work of our podcasts, you can donate at https://cac.org/support-cac/podcasts/ Thank you!
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Got a question? Let us know!Where do you tend to lose your patience—at home, online, or in traffic? In this episode, we talk about how having a “long fuse” can help us respond differently when things get heated. It's not about pretending things don't bother us but learning how to stay steady in a culture that's quick to cancel and slow to forgive. We also unpack practical ways to grow in patience—with others and with ourselves.#MadeForMondays #Patience #CancelCulture #EmotionalHealth #FaithAndLife #GospelCulture #FruitOfTheSpirit #BelieversChurchWant a simple way to slow down and focus on Scripture each day? Lectio 365 is a great tool: https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/lectio-365/Stay Connected Website: https://believerschurch.org/ Believers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/believerschurch.va/ Believers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/believers_church/
Primera lectura: Hechos 14, 21b-27Salmo: 144Segunda lectura: Apocalipsis 21, 1-5aEvangelio: Juan 13, 31-33a. 34-35Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/sLxthEtDocumento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/XMfE2PfPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración02:47 Primera lectura05:42 Segunda lectura14:52 Evangelio27:53 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
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Primera lectura: Hechos 13, 14. 43-52Salmo: 99Segunda lectura: Apocalipsis 7, 9. 14b-17Evangelio: Juan 10, 27-30Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/TDo8YjHDocumento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/JfS41XbPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración01:31 Primera lectura04:49 Segunda lectura09:49 Evangelio29:09 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
Primera lectura: Hechos 5, 27b-32. 40b-41Salmo: 29Segunda lectura: Apocalipsis 5, 11-14Evangelio: Juan 21, 1-19Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/1fUTkQ8Documento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/T5Io1kuPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración01:23 Primera lectura05:43 Segunda lectura11:01 Evangelio24:58 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Gálatas 2.19b-20 Estou crucificado com Cristo. Por isso, já não sou eu que vivo; é Cristo que vive em mim. E a minha vida presente vivo-a por meio da fé no Filho de Deus que me amou e deu a sua vida por mim. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
Primera lectura: Hechos 5, 12-16Salmo: 117Segunda lectura: Apocalipsis 1, 9-11a. 12-13. 17-19Evangelio: Juan 20, 19-31Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/muHzJaTDocumento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/54H3abkPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración02:56 Primera lectura05:45 Segunda lectura09:34 Evangelio20:14 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Romanos 6.8-9 Se nós morremos com Cristo, acreditamos que também viveremos com ele. Sabemos que Cristo, por ter passado da morte à vida, já não morrerá. A morte nunca mais terá poder sobre ele. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Isaías 53.5 Mas ele foi trespassado por causa das nossas faltas, aniquilado por causa das nossas culpas. O castigo que nos devia redimir caiu sobre ele; ele recebeu os golpes e nós fomos poupados. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: João 13.12b-14 Compreendem o que eu acabo de vos fazer? Chamam-me Mestre e Senhor e têm toda a razão, porque o sou. Se eu, que sou Senhor e Mestre, vos lavei os pés, também de agora em diante devem lavar os pés uns aos outros. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
WELCOMEWelcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we discuss what it means to follow the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. This month, we are talking about what it means to be purposeful in prayer.WHAT IS PRAYEROur English word prayer derives from the Latin word precarious, which is fitting since we tend to most often pray in the precarious moments of life. But it is not just the precarious moments that cause us to pray. It is also those moments of wonder and awe that move us toward our Creator. A FEW FORMS OF PRAYERLiturgical - Wrote prayers such as scripture or written prayers passed through generations.Intercession - Praying on behalf of another person or for another person.Tongues/Praying in the Spirit - A gift of the Holy Spirit that we are directed has a time and place to be used (1 Cor.14:27).Worship (music or otherwise) - Adoration, confession, supplication, thanksgiving.Prophetic - Praying out what the Lord is speaking to you for someone else or people groups. WHAT WAS JESUS PATTERN OF PRAYER?Jesus modeled patterns and practices of prayer by prioritizing it in his life:At His baptism, He was praying (Luke 3:21-22)In the midst of popularity, He would withdraw and pray (Luke 5:16)Before major decisions, he would prayer, like when calling the disciples. (Luke 6:12)In times with his disciples, He prayed. (Luke 9:18)He would take close disciples away with Him to pray (Luke 9:28)Before Jesus was betrayed, He was praying (Luke 22:39-41)As Jesus was praying, His disciples asked Him to teach them to pray. (Luke 11:1)RWHERE TO START“Pray as you can, not as you can't” - Dom ChapmanPRAY THE LORDS PRAYER - Matthew 6:9-13PRAY THROUGH A PSALMJOURNAL YOUR PRAYERSPRACTICES FOR THE MONTH:1. SET A TIME AND A PLACE TO PRAY2. TRY A NEW PRAYER PRACTICE:Pray Scripture, Pray with others, Meditative Prayer, Read a book of prayers, Write your prayers, use Lectio 365 guided prayer, etc. 3. MID-DAY PRAYERPause in the middle of your day and prayer through the Lord's prayer. Matthew 6:9-13RESOURCES:Praying the Bible by Donald WhitneyPrayer: Finding the Hearts Home by Richard FosterHow to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete GriegPray Like Monks Live Like Fools by Tyler StatonA Praying Life by Paul E. MillerOld Paths New Power by Daniel HendersonEvery Moment Holy Volume I, II, III by Douglas Kaine McKelveyWith by Skye Jethani
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Isaías 50.4b-5 Cada manhã ele me faz estar atento para que eu aprenda como bom discípulo. O Senhor ensinou-me a escutar e eu não resisti nem recuei. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Salmos 71.5-6 Pois tu, Senhor, desde a juventude tu és minha esperança e confiança. Em ti encontro amparo, desde o ventre de minha mãe; desde o nascimento tu me sustentas! Louvar-te-ei para sempre! escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: João 12.8 Pobres, sempre haverá no vosso meio, mas a mim nem sempre hão de ter. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Marcos 14.22 Durante a ceia, Jesus pegou no pão, louvou a Deus, partiu-o, deu-o aos discípulos e disse: «Tomem. Isto é o meu corpo.» escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
Primera lectura: Hechos 10, 34a. 37-43Salmo: 117Segunda lectura: Colosenses 3, 1-4Evangelio: Juan 20, 1-9Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/FIhN58YDocumento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/fh35aayPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración01:41 Primera lectura06:29 Segunda lectura11:54 Evangelio21:04 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Ezequiel 37.27 Ali farei a minha morada e serei o seu Deus e eles serão o meu povo. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Jeremias 20.13 Cantai ao Senhor! Louvai ao Senhor! Ele vem em socorro do oprimido, e livra-o do poder dos maus. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Génesis 17.9 Deus acrescentou ainda: Mas tu, Abraão, deves também ser fiel à minha aliança, tu e os teus descendentes, para sempre. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: João 8.31b-32 Se obedecerem fielmente ao meu ensino, serão de facto meus discípulos. Conhecerão a verdade e ela vos tornará livres. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: João 8.28 Por isso Jesus tornou a dizer-lhes: Quando vocês levantarem ao alto o Filho do Homem , hão de descobrir quem eu sou, e que nada faço por minha própria vontade. Digo apenas aquilo que o Pai me ensinou. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
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lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Romanos 4.18 Mesmo quando já não havia esperança, Abraão acreditou e assim tornou-se pai de muitas nações, conforme o que Deus tinha dito: Assim será a tua descendência. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
Primera lectura: Isaías 50, 4-7Salmo: 21Segunda lectura: Filipenses 2, 6-11Evangelio: Lucas 22, 14 — 23, 56Guión para la Lectio divina comunitaria: https://buff.ly/u5XN29vDocumento con apuntes del comentario: https://buff.ly/QyYp3zFPágina web de la Parroquia Cristo Redentor: https://pacrired.org 00:00 Introducción00:35 Oración01:42 Primera lectura03:48 Segunda lectura10:46 Evangelio29:32 Bendición #Lectio #divina #meditación #pacrired #Saboreando #Palabra
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: João 11.27 Marta respondeu: «Sim, Senhor! Eu creio que tu és o Messias , o Filho de Deus, aquele que havia de vir ao mundo.» escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Salmos 7.2 Senhor, meu Deus, em ti confio; salva-me e livra-me de todos os que me perseguem! escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
lectio divina Agora, ao entrar em oração, faço uma pausa para ficar quieto, respirar devagar e recentrar os meus sentidos dispersos na presença de Deus. (pausa) leitura e silêncio Palavra: Salmos 34.19 O Senhor está perto dos que perderam a coragem; ele salva aqueles que já não têm esperança. escreve a tua oração (resume a tua Lectio numa palavra ou frase) Oramos para que este tempo com Deus te encoraje e inspire. Dá a ti próprio espaço para processar as tuas notas e a tua oração e sai apenas quando te sentires preparado.
We begin by recapping this year's seminary basketball tournament and deciding whether or not Fr. Garett is the right coach for the future of the St. Joseph Joey's basketball program. Then we share our reflections on a powerful passage from the Gospel of John recounting the Risen Lord's appearance to the disciples on the shore of the sea.
We're all here! It's not easy getting us all in the same room these days, with schedules, work, wildfires, and Brock going to Disneyland. But we did it. And we had a great conversation about our own spiritual rhythms and practices. It's not easy staying in tune with God when the world is in chaos and our lives are full of demands. But it's also not optional. How else will we survive these troubled times, and pass on healthy spiritual lives to our students?The goal: To be able to tell students, “Watch me, and do as I do.”Mentioned in this episode:Lectio 365https://www.24-7prayer.com/resource/lectio-365/Bible in One Year https://bibleinoneyear.orgDallas Willard Abraham Heschel DisneylandGive us a 5-star review on iTunes.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youth-ministry-sherpas-coast-to-coast/id1333665959We are proud members of the Download Youth Ministry Podcast Network https://www.downloadyouthministry.com Watch us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@youthministrysherpasC2C Follow us on Instagram!Email us at youthministrysherpas@gmail.com
Send us a textHave you ever felt like life is too noisy to hear God's voice? Have you wondered what you would feel if you slowed down, embraced the quiet, and deepened your relationship with God? In today's episode, Dr. Elaina Barron and Angie Elkins are diving into the contemplative life—what it means to truly be still and know that He is God. We'll explore practices like Lectio Divina, sharing resources such as John Mark Comer's Practicing the Way and the app Lectio 365 to help us embrace stillness and intentionality in our spiritual walk. Angie and Elaina delve into the concept of Holy Leisure—creating sacred moments to sit with God and receive His love. You'll hear personal stories and reflections of Elaina and Angie's own journey of resistance to this type of prayer and the freedom found in releasing control. This episode is an invitation to slow down, seek God's presence, and experience the sanctifying beauty of rest in Him. Together, let's uncover practical ways to create Holy Leisure in our lives, let go of control, and experience the transformative power of simply being in His presence. Let's take this journey of sanctification, one still moment at a time.SHOW LINKS: Connect with Angie Elkins Connect with Dr. Elaina Barron Practicing the WayLectio 365The Practice of the Presence of GodClick HERE to shop the Together Bible Study from Lifeway and Ben Mandrell
Drew leads us in a phenominal understanding of the Church's teaching and raising up of Mental prayer. Fr. Steve leads us in a Lectio meditation which begins at 33:20
What needs to change this year for you to flourish? The mistake most make is trying to fit God into already busy schedules. John and Allen offer a radical realignment for the new year. Rather than give God the margins of our kingdoms, we can choose a life centered in God and his Kingdom. Discover the beauty of a partnership model, one where you structure your days to be more deeply rooted in God.Show Notes: The Wild at Heart podcasts for how to consecrate your year and ask God for advance words are Is Your Soul Ready for 2024? (1.1.24) and Believing in God Isn't the Same as Having a Life in God (1.8.24). Other resources include the Wild at Heart Daily Prayer and Bedtime Prayer(Both available in the WAH app, link below), the Lectio 365 app, and the Pray As You Go app._______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website: WildAtHeart.org or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppEpisode Number 804Watch on YouTubeMore pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App
Join our hosts and Mike Nolan in this insightful episode of 'The Normal Christian Life,' where they delve deep into the transformative practice of Lectio Divina. Discover the traditional steps of this ancient form of prayer—Lectio, Meditatio, Oratio, and Contemplatio—and gain inspiration from personal stories and experiences that highlight how God speaks to us through scripture. Whether you're new to Lectio Divina or looking to deepen your practice, this discussion offers valuable insights and practical tips for encountering the Word of God in a relational and meaningful way. 00:00 Introduction and Series Overview 00:39 Deepening the Theme of Encounter 02:19 Steps of Lectio Divina 04:28 Personal Experiences with Lectio Divina 06:14 The Importance of Active Engagement 08:26 Contemplation and Meditation 09:22 Practical Tips for Praying with Scripture 11:51 The Power of Personal Encounter 13:22 Challenges and Overcoming Distractions 32:28 The Role of Discipline and Virtue 34:48 Valuing God's Word 40:32 Avoiding Judgments in Prayer 43:40 Understanding How God Speaks Through Scripture 44:16 Personal Experiences with Scripture and Prayer 46:38 The Role of Imagination in Spirituality 48:08 The Importance of Childlike Faith in Prayer 50:11 God's Initiative in Revelation 55:31 Hearing God's Voice in Everyday Life 01:05:45 Encouragement and Final Thoughts 01:15:58 Closing Prayer and Resources
Conviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cantor-del-camino--5555170/support.Oración de la Hora Intermedia de NONA del día de hoy, salmos de la Iglesia Católica del DOMINGO 15 DE DICIEMBRE, SEMANA 3 DEL TIEMPO DE ADVIENTO, SEMANA 3 DEL SALTERIO ♱ Liturgia de las HorasCANTOS ♱ CAMINO NEOCATECUMENAL
We live in a world full of chaos. There is so much pain, despair, and hatred. Join Pastor Johnathan as he unpacks the song "O Holy Night" and addresses a reason to rejoice in this season. NEXT STEPS: Today, I will begin an Advent reading plan on YouVersion or Lectio 365. This week, I will focus on my victory in Christ.
In this special episode, Jim and Kirsten review the season and offer a way for us to turn to T.S. Eliot's Four Quartets for guidance on our own spiritual path. Resource Section: A transcript for this episode can be found here. A transcript of the meditation within this episode is accessible here. An information sheet on Lectio practice can be found here. The book we will be using this season can be found here. A free version can be accessed online here. Connect with us: This podcast is made possible, thanks to the generosity of our donors. If you would love to support the ongoing work of the Center for Action and Contemplation and the continued work of our podcasts, you can donate at https://cac.org/support-cac/podcasts/ Thank you!
Revelation 12:11 says that “they triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” In today's episode, Stasi is joined by her dear friend Cyndi Fudickar, who bravely shares her story of brokenness, healing, and God's unshakable faithfulness—a conversation that will deeply resonate with each of us. Stasi and Cyndi explore the power of testimony—how our valleys and mountaintops can reveal God's heart and ignite hope in others. Friends, we hope this conversation encourages you with the truth that you are seen, cherished, and chosen by the One who meets you right where we are, with love that never fails. Listen in, be blessed, and feel His presence afresh today.…..SHOW NOTES:…..REGISTER — Ablaze: Setting Hearts on Fire for Jesus wildatheart.org/ablazeAblaze is an exclusive six-week online journey, beginning Tuesday, January 14, 2025For more information or to register, visit wildatheart.org/ablaze…..VERSES: Revelation 12:11 (NLT) — They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.John 15:14–17 (NLT) — You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you slaves, because a master doesn't confide in his slaves. Now you are my friends, since I have told you everything the Father told me. You didn't choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name. This is my command: Love each other.Ephesians 1:5-6 (NLT) — God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure. So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son.2 Thessalonians 1:2 (NLT) — May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.John 15:15 (NIV) — I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.…..RESOURCES:Song: The God Who Sees by Kathie Lee Gifford and Nicole C. Mullenhttps://spoti.fi/3YRNMOyWild at Heart App: https://wildatheart.org/appWild at Heart Prayers: https://wildatheart.org/prayPause App: https://www.pauseapp.com/Lectio 365: https://wahe.art/3Ckq7xGFind a Captivating Retreat near you: https://wahe.art/48LnpNFJohn Ortberg quote – "Everyone has a story. your story is important. Your story matters to god, and no one gets the story they want.”…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode – Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:Spotify Podcasts – https://spoti.fi/42SsOipApple Podcasts – https://apple.co/42E0oZ1 Google Podcasts – http://wahe.art/3M81kxLAmazon Music & Audible – https://amzn.to/3M9u6hJ
In this episode, Dave Wiedis and Laura Yoder sit down with Phil Carnuccio, Lead Pastor at Providence Church in West Chester. We talk about what intimacy with Jesus really means and looks like in all the different seasons of life, the unique challenges and invitation in marriage, how to model this for your kids, and more. Lectio 365: Lectio 365 AppDaily office day by day: Link on amazonDaily office relationships: link on amazonQuestions & Comments
In this week's episode, we reflect on suffering and love. We all have deep and tender places in our hearts where we suffer. Sometimes we feel alone in these sorrows and because of this, turn inwards into our pain. But the reality is, we are never alone in our suffering; God is always with us. We also reflect on fear in suffering, suffering in isolation vs suffering in communion, and how to allow God's light to shine into these sorrowful places. Heather's One Thing - The Liturgy of the Hours subscription from Word on Fire Heather's Other One Thing - Providential Co. (especially this Sacred Heart candle) Sister Miriam's One Thing - Magnificat (particularly a recent excerpt from Spe Salvi paragraphs 37-40) Sister Miriam's Other One Thing - Everyone who sent her birthday wishes and this tiny hands birthday card Michelle's One Thing - “Home: A Blessed Conversations Study on the Virtues of Mary” from Blessed is She and all the women in her small group Announcement: Friends, we are excited to announce our 2024 Advent Study will be the book Encountering Emmanuel by Heather Khym! Journal Questions: What suffering am I running from? Take some time to identify your current fears. How can you let these fears bring you into an encounter with Love Himself? Do I have a friend I can invite into my suffering? How can I be present to her suffering as well? How has Jesus transformed injury into compassion in my life? Discussion Questions: Are you suffering in communion or in isolation? How can you suffer more like Jesus in this season? What habits in your spiritual toolbox protect your heart in moments of suffering and desolation? How can you love well when your heart is broken? Quote to Ponder: “What really hurts is not so much suffering itself as the fear of suffering. If welcomed, trustingly and peacefully, suffering makes us grow. It matures and trains us, purifies us, teaches us to love unselfishly, makes us poor in heart, humble, gentle and compassionate toward our neighbor. Fear of suffering, on the other hand, hardens us in self protective defensive attitudes and often leads us to make irrational choices with disastrous consequences.” (Interior Freedom, Fr. Jacques Philippe) Scripture for Lectio: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance; a time to throw away stones, and a time to gather stones together; a time to embrace, and a time to refrain from embracing; a time to seek, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to throw away; a time to tear, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak; a time to love, and a time to hate; a time for war, and a time for peace” (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) Sponsor - Laura-Anne: The world wants you to believe that marriage is little more than an exchange of “I do.” But this Sacrament is worth preparing for—and commemorating—with intention. Laura-Anne is a Catholic wedding photographer and marriage mentor who will help you thrive during your engagement, capture heirloom-quality photos of your wedding, and prepare for a joy-filled marriage that reflects God's design. Because it's possible to plan a beautiful, thoughtful wedding reflective of both you and your fiance and, ultimately, surrender your desires for the day to the Lord… …all while preparing your heart for the Sacrament of Marriage. Laura-Anne's resources, like The Catholic Wedding Kit, will help you do just that. The Catholic Wedding Kit is the perfect crossover of intentional wedding planning and practical marriage prep. It's a collection of digital tools to guide you through every decision you need to make about your wedding and the why behind each one, helping you communicate, pray, and discern as a couple. A peaceful, prayerful engagement is within reach—learn more about The Catholic Wedding Kit and the rest of Laura-Anne's resources and photography services at laura-anne.ca or on Instagram @lauraannesmid Use code ABIDE for 15% off any digital resources. Other Resources from Laura-Anne you may like: The Wedding Mass Program Kit Catholic Wedding Photography Becoming Gold Marriage Podcast Timestamps: 00:00 - Laura-Anne 01:28 - Intro 02:20 - Welcome 06:57 - Scripture Verse and Guiding Quote 09:02 - Fear in Suffering 12:13 - Suffering in Communion 19:28 - Choosing to Love 27:41 - Transformation in Freedom 29:23 - Prayer 34:20 - Advent Study Announcement 36:13 - One Things
For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him (Philippians 2:13). Dr. W. Lee Warren shares from his book “Hope Is the First Dose: A Treatment Plan for Recovering from Trauma, Tragedy, and Other Massive Things” and The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast. Get the Election Prayer Guide here Find out more about the Lectio 365 app here “In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—for he grants sleep to those he loves.” Psalm 127:2 *Originally aired September 6, 2024* Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here