Podcasts about Lectio Divina

St. Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621) was a man known for his generosity. He was also well known for his writings on topics of spirituality, which were widely popular and were read by both Catholics and Protestants.  Links Article "St. Robert Bellarmine's Influence on the Writing of the Declaration of Independence":  https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=6607 Article: "St. Robert Bellarmine, Galileo and Heliocentricity":  https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/st-robert-bellarmine-galileo-and-heliocentricity/ Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. Robert Bellarmine (2011):  https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9554 Robert Bellarmine: Spiritual Writings - https://www.paulistpress.com/Products/2875-6/robert-bellarmine.aspx Way of the Fathers Podcast episode 4.13 - "Pelagianism and the Seeds of Calvinism" - https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/413-heresiespelagianism-and-seeds-calvinism/ SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/  

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When you hear the word “sabbath”, what do you think of? A day of full of rules about what you can and cannot do, or is it a day of things you get to do? Could it be that when we do less we are actually able to do more? On this week's show, Chad and Kurt welcome Mike Amos and Ross Knecht to discuss what God intended for Sabbath. In addition, the guys talk about the ancient practice of Lectio Divina (“Divine Reading” in Latin). Lectio Divina teaches that reading and reflecting on smaller portions of scripture can reap big benefits for our souls, and for those around us. Observing the Sabbath, Lectio Divina, and much more will be covered at the Soul Register now for Soul Transformation retreats put on by Further Still Ministries (beginning again) in 2027. (This is a repeat episode - enjoy!)

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Why does prayer sometimes feel dry?In today's homily, Fr. Patrick Lynch, MIC reminds us that Jesus is the source of Living Water, and the Holy Spirit leads us to the wellsprings of prayer.Drawing from the Church's ancient tradition of Lectio Divina—the "Ladder of Heaven" described by the monk Guigo II—we learn to deepen our relationship with Christ through four simple steps:

Sunday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time - A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I Trust In You…You Take Over” Become aware that He is with you, looking upon you with love, wanting to be heard deep within in your heart... The post Sunday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

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Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast with Matt and Erin! In Episode 305, we are continuing our sub-series on how different temperaments navigate healthy, holy conflict resolution. Today, we are putting the "Peaceful Phlegmatic" in the hot seat. Have you ever walked away from a difficult conversation feeling relieved that it's over, only to realize later that you never actually said what you needed to say? Phlegmatics possess an incredible superpower: they are naturally calm under pressure, patient, and excellent mediators. However, their deep aversion to rocking the boat can lead them to use "assuming goodwill" or quick compliance as an escape hatch to avoid the discomfort of real, arduous conversations.In this episode, Matt and Erin walk through the 4-part PACE framework (Pause, Assume Goodwill, Clarify, Engage) specifically tailored for Phlegmatics:• The difference between true, lasting peace and temporary emotional relief.• How Phlegmatics inadvertently confuse "processing" an emotion with completely suppressing or ignoring it.• Practical scripts and strategies for bringing your honest thoughts to the table during the Clarify phase.• Why a passive-aggressive "yes" hurts relationships, and how to practice the virtue of fortitude to build stable, reliable harmony.As St. Thomas Aquinas famously said, "The things that we love tell us what we are." Phlegmatics, do you love true relational peace, or are you settling for mere relief?If you enjoyed this episode, please drop a like, subscribe, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it!Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

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Unlock a deeper spiritual connection through Lectio Divina, the ancient Benedictine practice of prayer, in this episode of Teach Us to Pray. Fr. Larry Kaufmann guides you through the four essential, heart-centered steps—reading, meditation, prayer, and contemplation—designed to help you quiet the distractions of modern life, cultivate sacred silence, and learn the transformative art of listening to God.

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At the height of the Counter-Reformation, St. Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621) was one of the most influential apologists of the time. He openly debated with King James I of England, and his most famous book of apologetics was outlawed in England, but still became a best-seller. He was also responsible for an updated translation of the Vulgate which became the Church's official Latin Bible for centuries.  Links Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. Robert Bellarmine (2011): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9554&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2663992 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/    

Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast with Matt and Erin! In Episode 304, we are continuing our sub-series on how different temperaments navigate healthy, holy conflict resolution using the PACE Framework (Pause, Assume Goodwill, Clarify, Engage).Today, we are shifting into the introverted temperaments to focus on the Melancholic.Melancholics have a beautiful, rich interior life, but when it comes to conflict, their deep analytical minds can easily derail them. Instead of working toward unity, a melancholic might find themselves over-preparing, scripting imaginary arguments, and holding others to unspoken, black-and-white "ideals."In this episode, Matt and Erin break down:The Melancholic Profile: Understanding how slow-activating, long-lasting emotional responses can fuel long-term resentment.The "Should" Trap: How rigid ideals can become measuring sticks used to bludgeon relationships rather than build them.Maximizing the Pause: Why using the FACE Protocol (from Episode 300) and physical journaling is vital to break the rumination loop.Locus of Control in Communication: Learning to co-create ideals with others rather than manipulating them into conforming to yours.If you are a melancholic—or love someone who is—this episode offers highly practical, compassionate guardrails to help you stop rehearsing arguments and start restoring communion.If this episode helped you gain self-awareness, please like, subscribe, and share it with a friend!Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

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Bora ter Uma Conversa através da tradição sapiencial!? Para esta Lectio Divina escolhemos um trecho de Fílon de Alexandria, em sua obra "Sobre a Criação do Mundo" (§16-20), onde o filósofo judeu compara a obra da criação ao trabalho de um arquiteto que traz primeiro a cidade na alma antes de concretizá-la. O mundo das formas encontra seu lugar no Logos Divino, princípio de ordem, sentido e beleza.Então, antes de dar play, pegue aqui o arquivo do texto - https://drive.google.com/file/d/17CR9hwwFV6b7zl63YnZOEGk7KP-nsJ1A/Vamos lá!Música: Salmo 8| Site: https://umaconversa.com.br/| Apadrinhe: https://apoia.se/patraodoumaconversa| E-Mail: conversaconosco@gmail.com| Redes Sociais: @1Conversa

Sinead Strong is joined by Fr Owen Gorman of the Companions of the Gospel, who walks through the four stages of Lectio Divina and makes the case that Catholics urgently need two things — to believe, and to belong — and that walking in and out of Mass without speaking to anyone is not enough […] L'articolo Catholic Mothers: Family Matters – What Catholics Urgently Need – Sinéad Strong with Fr Owen Gorman & Iva Beranek proviene da Radio Maria.

Our meditation today is a Lectio Divina, which is Latin for Divine Reading.  This ancient form of meditation has 4 steps:  to read, to meditate, to pray, and to contemplate on a specific passage from Scripture.  The repetition of the passage followed each time by reflecton allows us to treat the Scripture as the Living Word of God, delving into a deeper meaning and understanding with each repetition and reflection.  This helps us to become one with the Scripture, turning this meditation into a powerful conversation with God.Today's Scripture is from Psalm 27:14"Wait for the Lord; be strong and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord."

Do you rush to "kiss and make up" after a fight just to keep the peace, only to find the same argument exploding a week later? If you hate the emotional heaviness of conflict and prefer to brush past the pain to get back to the good vibes, you might be dealing with the unique wiring of a Sanguine temperament.Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast with Matt and Erin! In Episode 303, we are continuing our sub-series on how different temperaments navigate healthy, holy conflict resolution. Today, we are pointing the spotlight at the joyful, popular, and peace-loving Sanguine.Using our 4-step conflict resolution framework, PACE (Pause, Assume Goodwill, Clarify, Engage), Matt and Erin break down exactly where Sanguines naturally shine—and where they hit major relational roadblocks.In this episode, you'll discover:• The Sanguine Trap: How the fast but short-lived intensity of Sanguine anger can trick you into thinking you're "over it" when resentment is actually building underneath.• The Vices of Inconstancy & Mollis: Why avoiding the "arduous" work of deep conversations leads to shallow reconciliation.• The "FACE" Method in the Pause: How external accountability and targeted journaling can slow down your thinking and keep you focused.• Scripting for Clarity: Powerful phrases (like "I might be wrong about this, but...") to inject your natural warmth into tough, fact-based dialogues.• St. Philip Neri's Secret: How the ultimate Sanguine saint modeled heroic forgiveness and holy joy without avoiding reality.Whether you are a Sanguine looking to move from superficial harmony to true relational depth, married to one, or coaching someone with a high-spirited personality, this episode offers practical, repeatable mindset strategies to move toward real unity.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Fr. Chris Walsh joins to discuss meditating on Sacred Scripture with Lectio Divina. (6:53) How do I get started with Lectio Divina and where is a good setting or place to practice it? Break 1 (32:22) Lucy - Reading the Psalms has helped me. (37:10) Dale - Today's Magnificat has a meditation from a saint in the 400's. He goes through analysis of Lectio Divina in today's gospel. (38:32) Rob - I'm part of a group that meets weekly to review the Sunday Gospel as Lectio Divina. We have been doing this for 20 years. (42:05) Rick - I am a deacon and the practice you are talking about is wonderful. I do it myself. I teach homiletics. Also, I tend to be a more visual person. Contemplating great artwork is a good thing to do as well. Father Chris Walsh recommends In Conversation with God by Francis Fernandez-Carvajal, The Catechism of The Catholic Church, the writings of the Saints and even Jesus of Nazareth by Pope Benedict 16 for Lectio Divina.

Dear friends,Welcome to Season 3, Episode 24 of the podcast!Rae starts this episode with a little update about life around Shekina Garden, as well as an invitation to our retreat in Northern Italy. Here's the invitation for a special opportunity coming up soon! We will be guiding our second pilgrimage retreat in Northern Italy, together with La Nuvola, from August 24-30, 2026. This will be five days and six nights together in a mountain retreat, spending time in nature, meditation, creative expression, and community while exploring the ways of Christ together. We hope you join us! You can find out all about it at https://www.shekinacommunity.com/2026-italy-pilgrimage-with-la-nuvola.Today's episode is a lectio divina meditation on 1 John 4: 7-13 with Rae. Each meditation we offer has three parts.First, Rae will offer some exercises to help you find quiet readiness for meditation.Second, she will guide you through the verses with lots of space for your own contemplation.And third, we encourage you to process your meditation by sharing your experience and thoughts— if you are meditating with others—or journaling or recording your experience in some way if you are meditating on your own. One of the ways we fund our community is through the support we receive on Patreon! If you want to join in, the link is http://patreon.com/shekinameditationpodcast or send a donation through http://shekinacommunity.com/donateWe also share about our grocery and supply deliveries to 19 families in need, here around our valley in Northern Thailand. We are looking for committed support for these monthly deliveries, which total between $400-500 USD per month. You can help out at https://donorbox.org/shekina-garden-social-projects.Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/shekinagardenWe are so thankful for your support,Much love,The Shekina Garden Community

St. Lawrence of Brindisi (1559-1619) was a Preacher, spiritual director, missionary, diplomat, confidant of princes and emperors, Papal Emissary, military chaplain, Provincial Vicar of the Capuchins, and Vicar General of the Franciscan order. Called the greatest preacher in the history of the Church, during his lifetime people treated him like a rockstar. He was also one of the most prominent Catholic apologists of his generation. Links Excerpt from The Image of Lutheranism: https://romanseraphicbooks.substack.com/p/st-lawrence-of-brindisi-vs-lutheranism Excerpt from The Mariale: https://www.franciscan-archive.org/laurentius/lau01005.html Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. Lawrence of Brindisi (2011): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9578&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2658399 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/  

Do you step into an argument determined to win, only to leave the other person completely silent while the root problem remains entirely unresolved? If you find yourself winning imaginary arguments in your head before a hard conversation even begins, you might be dealing with the unique wiring of a Choleric temperament.Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast with Matt and Erin! In Episode 302, we are kicking off a brand-new sub-series unpacking how different temperaments navigate healthy, holy conflict resolution. Today, we are pointing the spotlight at the powerful Choleric.Using our 4-step conflict resolution framework, PACE (Pause, Assume Goodwill, Clarify, Engage), Matt and Erin break down exactly where Cholerics excel head-on and where they naturally hit roadblocks.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why the "P" (Pause) is the ultimate hurdle for fast-acting Cholerics—and how to reframe it as a high-leverage "tactical pause."• How the vice of pertinacity (stubbornly clinging to your own position) turns a dialogue into a courtroom interrogation.• Mindset shifts to help you choose impact and excellence over simply "being right."• How Cholerics can step into their natural superpower of leadership by modeling radical ownership first.Whether you are a Choleric looking to grow in sanctity, married to one, or coaching someone with a high-will personality, this episode offers practical, repeatable mindset strategies to help you move from reaction to relationship.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 625: Lectio Divina and the Compassion of Christ   This week on Voices in My Head, I'm sharing a chapel service I recently led at Springfield Regional Medical Center. Using the spiritual practice of Lectio Divina and reflecting on Romans 12:9–21, I explore what it means to offer the gift of presence to those who are suffering, drawing inspiration from Henri Nouwen's A Spirituality of Caregiving. Along with prayer, scripture, and music—including a closing rendition of “Trust in God”—I invite you to join me in considering how God calls us to rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn, and walk alongside one another with compassion and grace. Connect with Rick Lee James Website: RickLeeJames.com Email: RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Streaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa Audiobook Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible): Audiobook Link Special Offer 10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkout RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Hosted by Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 625: Lectio Divina and the Compassion of ChristThis week on Voices in My Head, I'm sharing a chapel service I recently led at Springfield Regional Medical Center. Using the spiritual practice of Lectio Divina and reflecting on Romans 12:9–21, I explore what it means to offer the gift of presence to those who are suffering, drawing inspiration from Henri Nouwen's A Spirituality of Caregiving. Along with prayer, scripture, and music—including a closing rendition of “Trust in God”—I invite you to join me in considering how God calls us to rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn, and walk alongside one another with compassion and grace.Connect with Rick Lee JamesWebsite: RickLeeJames.comEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comListen / SubscribeSubscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts.Music & MerchBandcamp (music + merch): RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comStreaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqaAudiobookOut of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible):Audiobook LinkSpecial Offer10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkoutRickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comHosted byRick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

Have you ever used the "Ostrich Approach" to a difficult relationship, hid from a hard conversation, and ended up winning 50 different imaginary arguments inside your own head?Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast! In Episode 301, Matt and Erin are diving deeper into our conflict resolution series. Last week, we introduced the PACE framework (Pause, Assume Goodwill, Clarify, Engage). But the big question is: What actually happens inside that very first step—the Pause? Sometimes we abuse the pause to stew in resentment, or we skip it entirely and react out of unregulated emotion. To fix this, we are introducing a powerful new tool in this episode: The FACE Framework.When anger shows up, it's easy to give it a bad rap. But drawing from St. Thomas Aquinas and Catechism #1767, we unpack how anger is actually a morally neutral, complex passion made of two hidden components: Sorrow and Hope.To process your anger cleanly before reason kicks in, you have to FACE it:F – Find the Sorrow: What is the good thing you love that you perceive is being threatened or harmed?A – Assess the Story: Is your narrative a court-of-law fact, or are you editorializing?C – Challenge the Narrative: What fruits are you getting from this story, and how could the opposite be true?E – Examine the Hope: What do you want your anger to actually accomplish? (Restoring justice vs. seeking punishment).We walk through a highly relatable "Odd Couple" college roommate scenario featuring Brian (a highly ordered Melancholic) and Andy (a carefree Sanguine) to show RAs, ministry leaders, and coaches exactly how to accompany someone through a heated moment without falling into "story fondling."Whether you're dealing with a difficult coworker, a spouse, or navigating campus ministry, learning to purify your anger will completely transform your relationships.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

St. Lawrence of Brindisi (1559-1619) was one of the early Capuchins, the first Capuchin to be named a Doctor of the Church, and the third Franciscan so named, after St. Anthony of Padua, and St. Bonaventure. Just as the Discalced Carmelites were reformers within the Carmelite order, the Capuchins were reformers within the Franciscan order. St. Lawrence was also a popular preacher, a genius scholar, with a command of at least 10 languages, and the leading Catholic apologist of his day. Links Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. Lawrence of Brindisi (2011): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9578&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2658399 Was the Date for Christmas Originally a Pagan Holiday? Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/fzjIsL1FGEc?si=P6Yt8WvH-BEjQ3E0 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/    

Have you ever walked away from a heated argument filled with regret, wishing you had handled things differently? Or maybe you're someone who avoids conflict entirely, hoping it will just magically disappear?Welcome back to The Catholic Coaching Podcast! In this episode, Matt and Erin kick off an intensive series on healthy, holy conflict resolution. They introduce a powerful 4-part framework called PACE:Pause: Regulate yourself spiritually and emotionally before reacting.• Assume Goodwill: Drop the victim mindset and reframe your toxic internal narratives.• Clarify: Separate the raw facts from the stories you tell yourself.• Engage Toward Unity: Move past trying to "win" the argument and instead pursue mutual communion.Pulling wisdom from St. Thomas Aquinas and Catechism #1731, they explore how mastering your Internal Locus of Control allows you to claim your personal freedom, set clean boundaries, and see conflict not as a bug in relationships, but as a direct milestone toward Heaven.Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

In this interview, we hear from Erin Popova who is the Dean of Students of EnterMission. EnterMission is a guided gap year program that seeks to help students navigate life, faith, service, and their future. They partner with domestic and international partners to help their student discover how to live missionally wherever God takes them.

Who is Jesus, according to Jesus? We will answer that question by exploring seven scandalous claims he makes in the Gospel of John, known as the "I AM" statements.In John 15, Jesus declares, "I am the true vine." Often, we focus primarily on His command to "abide." We rightly understand that this passage holds a profound truth about our need to be rooted in Him as our ultimate source of rest and life. However, we sometimes overlook the fact that this text has just as much to say about what we produce. Because we are rooted in the vine, we inevitably "bear fruit" as we participate in the mission of God all around us.Ultimately, this is a message about rest and work—abiding and going. It challenges us to simultaneously dig deep into the source of life and reach out to offer that life to the world around us.

Have you ever felt like your fitness goals are walking a tightrope between vanity on one side and neglecting your health on the other?In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt sits down with Chase Crouse, co-founder of HiPurO Fit, to uncover a Theology of the Body-inspired approach to fitness and nutrition. Moving past secular fitness culture's obsession with endless "optimization" and look-at-me aesthetics, Chase re-frames physical discipline through the lens of St. John Paul II: pursuing self-mastery so that we can fully live out our vocations.We discuss:• The origin of HiPurO Fit and why Chase walked away from secular gym sales tactics.• How JP2's "Law of Gift" applies to what we eat and how we train ("You cannot give what you don't have").• Balancing physical sleep and recovery with spiritual devotions (and why you shouldn't try to be a monk if you're in an active vocation!).• The Catholic approach to nutrition: avoiding diet extremes and focusing on human integration.• The hilarious (and inspiring) story of a priest who literally got "too ripped" for his vestments.• The "Mustard Seed" approach to starting your health journey when you're at zero.If you are a parent, professional, or ministry leader struggling to find the energy to serve the people you love, this episode will help you shift from shame to a beautifully ordered view of the body God gave you.Connect with Chase & HiPurO Fit:Website & Free Trial: https://www.hypurofit.org/Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Have you ever wondered if prayer is meant to be more than just talking to God?In this episode of the Faithful & True Podcast, Dr. Mark Laaser and Randy Evert explore the practice of praying with Scripture and the powerful role of listening in prayer. Discover how quiet reflection, meditative prayer, and Lectio Divina can help deepen your relationship with God and create space to hear His voice in your recovery journey.#Prayer #FaithAndTrue #SpiritualGrowth #RecoveryJourney #ChristianRecovery #LectioDivina #FaithAndTruePodcast Send us Fan Mail

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 23 of the podcast!Ro and Rae start today's episode with a little update on life around Shekina Garden in Pai, as well as an invitation to our upcoming pilgrimage in Italy. If you want to skip to the meditation, it starts at 05:20.Today is the last day of Early Bird Registration for this special opportunity coming up soon! We will be guiding our second pilgrimage retreat in Northern Italy, together with La Nuvola, from August 24-30, 2026. This will be five days and six nights together in a mountain retreat, spending time in nature, meditation, creative expression, and community while exploring the ways of Christ together. We hope you join us! You can find out all about it at https://www.shekinacommunity.com/2026-italy-pilgrimage-with-la-nuvola.Today's episode is a lectio divina meditation on Isaiah 40: 3-8 with Neil. Each meditation we offer has three parts.First, Neil will offer some exercises to help you find quiet readiness for meditation.Second, he will guide you through the verses with lots of space for your own contemplation.And third, we encourage you to process your meditation by sharing your experience and thoughts— if you are meditating with others—or journaling or recording your experience in some way if you are meditating on your own. One of the ways we fund our community is through the support we receive on Patreon! If you want to join in, the link is http://patreon.com/shekinameditationpodcast or send a donation through http://shekinacommunity.com/donateWe also share about our grocery and supply deliveries to 19 families in need, here around our valley in Northern Thailand. We are looking for committed support for these monthly deliveries, which total between $400-500 USD per month. You can help out at https://donorbox.org/shekina-garden-social-projects.Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/shekinagardenWe are so thankful for your support,Much love,The Shekina Garden Community

St. John of the Cross (1542 - 1591) What St. Thomas Aquinas did for philosophy and systematic theology, St. John of the Cross did for mysticism. He brought mystical theology to a plateau, gleaning from the mystics who came before him, and making it accessible to those who want to follow in the contemplative life. Links Check out this Catholic Culture podcast about St. John of the Cross' poetry, including readings of some of his poems in Spanish and English:  https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/166-poetry-st-john-cross-w-carla-galdo/ Pope St. John Paul II Apostolic Letter, Maestro en la Fe (1990): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=5724&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2644080 Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. John of the Cross (2011): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9548&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2644080 The Collected Works of St. John of the Cross: https://www.icspublications.org/collections/homepage/products/the-collected-works-of-st-john-of-the-cross The song "Living Flame" on the album Held by Love by Songs in His Presence: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014C17NW/ SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/  

Why are 85% to 90% of Catholic kids walking away from the Church as adults—and what are the rare 15% of successful families doing differently? In this episode of The Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt sits down with Catholic psychologist, author, and EWTN radio host Dr. Greg Popcak to look at the groundbreaking research surrounding the "Liturgy of Domestic Church Life." If you've ever felt like your parenting is reduced to a "toolbox of manipulation techniques" to force external compliance, this conversation is the breath of fresh air you need. Dr. Greg breaks down how families can transition from behavior-focused parenting to a deeply relational, Trinitarian model that emphasizes warmth, mutual self-giving, and mentorship. We cover:

Pentecost Chapel Service Springfield Regional Medical Center   RICK LEE JAMES MAY 23, 2026 In this Pentecost-themed chapel service from Springfield Regional Medical Center, Chaplain Rick Lee James leads a gentle time of worship, prayer, and sacred listening through the ancient practice of Lectio Divina. Reflecting on Acts 2 and the coming of the Holy Spirit, this service invites patients, families, caregivers, and listeners alike to slow down, listen deeply, and consider what word, invitation, or stirring God might be speaking into their lives today. Featuring music including “Fire” and “I Then Shall Live,” this quiet reflection centers on hope, compassion, understanding, and the Spirit's power to bring people together across every difference.   Connect with Rick Lee James Website: RickLeeJames.com Email: RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Streaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa Audiobook Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible): Audiobook Link Special Offer 10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkout RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Hosted by Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast

Most of us were trained to read the Bible the way we were trained to lead — move fast, cover ground, extract what's useful, and get back to work. But what if that approach, by itself, is keeping you from the very transformation you're trying to produce in others?In this episode, I want to share a practice that has shaped my life for almost thirty years. A practice I cannot live without. It's called Lectio Divina — holy reading — and I believe it may be the single most important shift a Christian leader can make in their relationship with Scripture and with God.I'll take you through the history of this practice, the ancient monastic stream of reading that treated the Bible not as a text to be mastered but as a sacrament — a place of encounter with the living God. I'll share the four movements that structure it, and exactly what it looked like in my own devotional life this past week.This isn't theory. I'll be honest with you about the years I spent reading the Bible the way I approached leadership: achieve, produce, get it done. What that approach cost me — in my prayer life, my preaching, my soul — is something I wish someone had told me at 30.Lectio Divina interrupts the cycle of leading from information rather than formation. It doesn't just inform your sermons — it transforms the person preaching them. And it begins with something shockingly simple: slowing down long enough to let the Word read you.Reserve your spot at our upcoming Global Leaders Conference.September 30 – October 1, 202614th St. Salvation Army, NYC(Live Spanish Translation available)Register Now: https://ehd.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3421612Learn more about the EH Global Leader Conference 2026: emotionallyhealthy.org/conference

Hear the words spoken to the disciples be spoken to you today, "Don't Be Afraid." See Jesus all around you with Matthew 17:1-8 and this Lectio Divina practice. For more on the theme Don't Be Afraid, see page 140 of With God in Every Breath by Whitney R. Simpson.Send us a text!Support the showIf you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations:Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Breath, Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit and Fully Human, Fully DivineConnect with others who support the podcast at ExploringPeace.com/community Follow our host @WhitneyRSimpson and @ExploringPeaceMeditations Review the podcast, then share, like & listen! Since you always ask, here are some of Whitney's favorite yoga props. If you shop on Amazon, clicking through to our affiliate shop helps support these meditations. So, thanks!

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a loop—doing the exact things you want to stop doing, and failing to start the habits you actually want to build?In this final episode of our Discernment Series on the Catholic Coaching Podcast, Matt and Erin dive into the practical neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and Catholic theology (hello, St. Thomas Aquinas!) behind how to actually change and redirect your desires.Many of us feel stuck with our disordered attachments, but our minds are plastic and designed by God for virtue. Desire itself isn't the enemy; the secret is learning how to starve your lesser desires and intensify your desire for the highest goods.In this episode, Erin puts Matt in the hot seat for a raw, vulnerable live coaching session on overcoming his own desire for the esteem of others, shifting from a "slave mentality" to resting fully in the safety and security of God the Father's house.We break down a practical 6-step protocol to help you:• Identify and detach from disordered desires.• Interrupt the reward cycles and create distance from triggers (like social media or metrics).• Focus attention, build a new identity, and take small actions that rewrite your neural pathways.It's time to stop fighting with willpower alone and start cooperating with God's grace to rewrite your habits from the inside out!Send us Fan MailSupport the show____________________► Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the Metanoia Catholic YouTube Channel!► Discover How God Is Speaking to You In Prayer► Find out your temperament: Take the Free Quiz► Get the Conversation Starter Guide (FREE) ► Take the Quiz: WHAT TYPE OF COACH ARE YOU?► GET THE DAILY SEVEN JOURNAL!This interactive journal will help you transform your life from the inside out by teaching you how to grow in gratitude, set healthy goals, and gain mastery over your thoughts.► JOIN THE ACADEMY!Your online resource of classes, tools, and community to ramp up your growth and really change your life. Learn from the Metanoia Catholic coaches in webinars, live coaching calls, Lectio Divina, and more with your monthly membership.____________________► SUB...

Sunday of the Seventh Week of Eastertide – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I Trust ... Read more The post Sunday of the Seventh Week of Eastertide – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

St. John of the Cross (1542 - 1591) Arguably the most famous of the mystics, St. John of the Cross is well known for the concept of the "dark night of the soul." He was the "first friar" of the Discalced Carmelites, co-founder of the reform movement with St. Teresa of Avila, and one of the greatest Spanish poets of all time. Links Check out this Catholic Culture podcast about St. John of the Cross' poetry, including readings of some of his poems in Spanish and English:  https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/166-poetry-st-john-cross-w-carla-galdo/ Pope St. John Paul II Apostolic Letter, Maestro en la Fe (1990): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=5724&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2644080 Pope Benedict XVI General Address on St. John of the Cross (2011): https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?id=9548&repos=1&subrepos=0&searchid=2644080 The Collected Works of St. John of the Cross: https://www.icspublications.org/collections/homepage/products/the-collected-works-of-st-john-of-the-cross SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  https://jimpapandrea.wordpress.com/ Dr. Papandrea's latest book - Praying the Wisdom: Inspired Prayers for Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/praying-the-wisdom/ Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/