The Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:03:13 -0400 http://www.deacondavid.org en-us © 2026 The Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show yes efc29b69-71a4-5c84-945a-c7e6547599f6 Deacon Dave episodic false A Catholic Deacon and layperson discuss a variety of topics related to the Catholic faith.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Deacon, layperson, catholic, religion, christian, retreat Deacon Dave https://storage.buzzsprout.com/x7uk2cnistbcng3j1xrq8v9hv58k?.jpg The Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show http://www.deacondavid.org Deacon Dave Reaves Layperson Lisa Spiritual Friends: A Reflection on the Readings for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Spiritual Friends: A Reflection on the Readings for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the importance of spiritual mentorship and friendship, using a personal experience with a bald eagle as a metaphor for recognizing God's presence.

Key themes include:

Recognizing God's voice: Lisa shares how she initially disregarded a bird's call in her garden, only to realize later it was a bald eagle. She relates this to how often we fail to see God's presence or hear His voice in our own lives (0:00 - 0:52).
The role of spiritual mentors: Drawing from the prophet Ezekiel, who was called a "watchman," Lisa explains that spiritual friends act as watchmen, helping us stay grounded in truth and avoid the lies of the world (1:03 - 1:47).
Surrendering control: She discusses how attempting to "fix" others or situations often creates division. Instead, she emphasizes that mentors help us point others to Jesus and trust in the power of prayer and sacrifice (1:53 - 2:40).
The power of community: Citing the Gospel of Matthew, she highlights that gathering in the name of Jesus is a vital way to grow closer to Him and find healing for hardened hearts (2:41 - 3:49).
Personal testimony: Lisa reflects on her spiritual friendship with her friend Jack. By obeying God's prompting to pray for him, their connection grew, and she was able to support Jack in his faith journey until his recent passing (3:51 - 5:08).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the importance of spiritual mentorship and friendship, using a personal experience with a bald eagle as a metaphor for recognizing God's presence.

Key themes include:

Recognizing God's voice: Lisa shares how she initially disregarded a bird's call in her garden, only to realize later it was a bald eagle. She relates this to how often we fail to see God's presence or hear His voice in our own lives (0:00 - 0:52).
The role of spiritual mentors: Drawing from the prophet Ezekiel, who was called a "watchman," Lisa explains that spiritual friends act as watchmen, helping us stay grounded in truth and avoid the lies of the world (1:03 - 1:47).
Surrendering control: She discusses how attempting to "fix" others or situations often creates division. Instead, she emphasizes that mentors help us point others to Jesus and trust in the power of prayer and sacrifice (1:53 - 2:40).
The power of community: Citing the Gospel of Matthew, she highlights that gathering in the name of Jesus is a vital way to grow closer to Him and find healing for hardened hearts (2:41 - 3:49).
Personal testimony: Lisa reflects on her spiritual friendship with her friend Jack. By obeying God's prompting to pray for him, their connection grew, and she was able to support Jack in his faith journey until his recent passing (3:51 - 5:08).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19792657 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0400 323 full false Duped: A Reflection on the Readings for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Duped: A Reflection on the Readings for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection (0:00 - 6:36) explores the spiritual concept of feeling "duped" by God—a feeling of being overwhelmed when called to a task that feels outside one's comfort zone. The speaker shares personal experiences of resistance and eventual surrender to God's plan, illustrating that what initially feels like an impossible cross to bear can lead to deep, transformative growth.

Key themes from the video:

Biblical Perspective on being "Duped": The speaker discusses the prophet Jeremiah, who felt overwhelmed and isolated by his calling. She explains that in a biblical context, feeling "duped" often represents the struggle of being pushed beyond one's limits by God (0:07 - 1:42).
Personal Transformation: Reflecting on her own journey from 10 or 11 years ago, the speaker describes how she resisted God's nudges—specifically regarding a Cursillo weekend—because of her fear of interacting with strangers. She emphasizes that saying "yes" to these nudges, despite being overwhelmed, ultimately led her to experience God's love in a more profound, heartfelt way (1:47 - 4:56).
Renewing the Mind: Drawing on St. Paul and the example of St. Peter in the Gospel, the speaker notes the importance of aligning our human plans with God’s will. Even when we resist or think our plan is better, God invites us to "follow Him" rather than trying to lead (3:11 - 4:07).
Bearing the Cross: The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to reflect on where they are hesitant to say "yes" to God. She suggests that what feels like an overwhelming cross is often an invitation for God to work through us as an instrument, ultimately glorifying Him (5:05 - 6:36).

]]> This reflection (0:00 - 6:36) explores the spiritual concept of feeling "duped" by God—a feeling of being overwhelmed when called to a task that feels outside one's comfort zone. The speaker shares personal experiences of resistance and eventual surrender to God's plan, illustrating that what initially feels like an impossible cross to bear can lead to deep, transformative growth.

Key themes from the video:

Biblical Perspective on being "Duped": The speaker discusses the prophet Jeremiah, who felt overwhelmed and isolated by his calling. She explains that in a biblical context, feeling "duped" often represents the struggle of being pushed beyond one's limits by God (0:07 - 1:42).
Personal Transformation: Reflecting on her own journey from 10 or 11 years ago, the speaker describes how she resisted God's nudges—specifically regarding a Cursillo weekend—because of her fear of interacting with strangers. She emphasizes that saying "yes" to these nudges, despite being overwhelmed, ultimately led her to experience God's love in a more profound, heartfelt way (1:47 - 4:56).
Renewing the Mind: Drawing on St. Paul and the example of St. Peter in the Gospel, the speaker notes the importance of aligning our human plans with God’s will. Even when we resist or think our plan is better, God invites us to "follow Him" rather than trying to lead (3:11 - 4:07).
Bearing the Cross: The speaker concludes by encouraging viewers to reflect on where they are hesitant to say "yes" to God. She suggests that what feels like an overwhelming cross is often an invitation for God to work through us as an instrument, ultimately glorifying Him (5:05 - 6:36).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19738981 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 395 full false Not Why, but How: A Reflection on the Readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Not Why, but How: A Reflection on the Readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection by Layperson Lisa centers on the theme of surrender as a spiritual response to life's challenges, specifically drawing from the readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

Moving from "Why" to "How": Instead of questioning why difficult situations (like a closed door) happen, the speaker encourages us to ask God how He is calling us to respond and grow in virtue (0:50-1:23).
The Power of Prayer: Prayer is presented as the essential tool for developing the "interiority" needed to align our desires with God's Will. It helps us discern God's voice and build a relationship of trust (1:37-2:15).
Trusting in God's Wisdom: Citing the concept that God works all things for good for those who love Him, the speaker emphasizes that surrender requires humility and the confidence that God is using every struggle for our growth (2:32-3:22).
Recognizing Jesus as Messiah: In the final portion, the speaker challenges viewers to personally answer Jesus' question, "Who do you say that I am?" by affirming Him as the Messiah and the one we can fully rely on during trials (3:32-4:47).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa centers on the theme of surrender as a spiritual response to life's challenges, specifically drawing from the readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

Moving from "Why" to "How": Instead of questioning why difficult situations (like a closed door) happen, the speaker encourages us to ask God how He is calling us to respond and grow in virtue (0:50-1:23).
The Power of Prayer: Prayer is presented as the essential tool for developing the "interiority" needed to align our desires with God's Will. It helps us discern God's voice and build a relationship of trust (1:37-2:15).
Trusting in God's Wisdom: Citing the concept that God works all things for good for those who love Him, the speaker emphasizes that surrender requires humility and the confidence that God is using every struggle for our growth (2:32-3:22).
Recognizing Jesus as Messiah: In the final portion, the speaker challenges viewers to personally answer Jesus' question, "Who do you say that I am?" by affirming Him as the Messiah and the one we can fully rely on during trials (3:32-4:47).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19710987 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:00:00 -0400 289 full false Persevere: A Reflection on the Readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Persevere: A Reflection on the Readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the theme of perseverance in faith and prayer, using the story of the Canaanite woman (Matthew 15:21-28) to offer comfort for those feeling spiritually dry or distracted.

Key Takeaways:

Addressing Prayer Struggles: Lisa acknowledges that she has been struggling with focus and feeling "blah" during her prayer life recently (0:06-0:54). She reminds viewers that even when prayer feels dry, sterile, or unfruitful, all prayer is inherently fruitful. (4:03-4:43).
Lessons from the Canaanite Woman:
The apostles initially wanted to dismiss the woman out of annoyance, whereas Jesus ultimately honors her persistence (1:15-2:10).
Lisa shares a powerful insight from St. John Chrysostom: just as we will do anything to heal a physical ailment, we should be equally diligent about healing our souls (3:02-4:03).
She highlights a common misunderstanding: when Jesus mentions "dogs," he uses a word referring to a pet dog rather than a stray. This suggests a more playful, interactive dialogue between Jesus and the woman, demonstrating her great faith and endurance (4:47-6:20).
A Call to Action: The video concludes by asking viewers to reflect on where God is calling them to be faithful, endure, and persevere, even if they cannot immediately see the fruits of their efforts (6:38-6:59).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the theme of perseverance in faith and prayer, using the story of the Canaanite woman (Matthew 15:21-28) to offer comfort for those feeling spiritually dry or distracted.

Key Takeaways:

Addressing Prayer Struggles: Lisa acknowledges that she has been struggling with focus and feeling "blah" during her prayer life recently (0:06-0:54). She reminds viewers that even when prayer feels dry, sterile, or unfruitful, all prayer is inherently fruitful. (4:03-4:43).
Lessons from the Canaanite Woman:
The apostles initially wanted to dismiss the woman out of annoyance, whereas Jesus ultimately honors her persistence (1:15-2:10).
Lisa shares a powerful insight from St. John Chrysostom: just as we will do anything to heal a physical ailment, we should be equally diligent about healing our souls (3:02-4:03).
She highlights a common misunderstanding: when Jesus mentions "dogs," he uses a word referring to a pet dog rather than a stray. This suggests a more playful, interactive dialogue between Jesus and the woman, demonstrating her great faith and endurance (4:47-6:20).
A Call to Action: The video concludes by asking viewers to reflect on where God is calling them to be faithful, endure, and persevere, even if they cannot immediately see the fruits of their efforts (6:38-6:59).

]]> Buzzsprout-19683508 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400 418 full false Step Out of the Boat: A Reflection on the Readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Step Out of the Boat: A Reflection on the Readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time In this reflection on the readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Layperson Lisa discusses the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, drawing parallels between the biblical story of Peter walking on water and everyday life experiences (0:00 - 0:47).

Key themes include:

  • Embracing Discomfort: Lisa shares a personal anecdote about feeling awkward at a wedding reception where she didn't know anyone at her table. She explains how she chose to step out of her "boat"—her comfort zone—to introduce herself and engage with others, turning an uncomfortable situation into a positive experience (0:07 - 2:04).
  • Ministering in Daily Life: She notes that God often places us in uncomfortable situations to help us minister to others or receive ministry ourselves, such as her interaction with a woman who works in a secular environment with a permanent deacon (2:06 - 3:00).
  • Spiritual Growth: Lisa challenges the idea of "sloth" as mere laziness, redefining it as staying within our comfort zones instead of striving for more. She emphasizes that to grow, we must trust in God, say "yes" to His call, and push the limits of our comfort to glorify Him (3:14 - 5:36).
]]> In this reflection on the readings for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Layperson Lisa discusses the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, drawing parallels between the biblical story of Peter walking on water and everyday life experiences (0:00 - 0:47).

Key themes include:

  • Embracing Discomfort: Lisa shares a personal anecdote about feeling awkward at a wedding reception where she didn't know anyone at her table. She explains how she chose to step out of her "boat"—her comfort zone—to introduce herself and engage with others, turning an uncomfortable situation into a positive experience (0:07 - 2:04).
  • Ministering in Daily Life: She notes that God often places us in uncomfortable situations to help us minister to others or receive ministry ourselves, such as her interaction with a woman who works in a secular environment with a permanent deacon (2:06 - 3:00).
  • Spiritual Growth: Lisa challenges the idea of "sloth" as mere laziness, redefining it as staying within our comfort zones instead of striving for more. She emphasizes that to grow, we must trust in God, say "yes" to His call, and push the limits of our comfort to glorify Him (3:14 - 5:36).
]]> Buzzsprout-19683497 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400 335 full false Needs: A Reflection on the Readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Needs: A Reflection on the Readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection (0:00-5:54) by Layperson Lisa focuses on the readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, emphasizing the importance of prayer and trust in God.

Key Takeaways:

  • Trust in God’s Provision: The core message is that God knows our true needs better than we do ourselves. While we often pray for what we want, God answers with what we need (0:13-0:38).
  • The Power of Prayer: Prayer is presented as the essential way to build a relationship with God, much like spending quality time with a spouse or friend (0:49-1:14). It helps deepen our receptivity to God’s grace and love, preventing the "walls" we often build in our lives (2:10-3:22).
  • Jesus as Our Example: Drawing from the Gospel, Lisa notes how Jesus sought silence in a deserted place to be with the Father after hearing of his cousin John the Baptist’s death. This demonstrates the value of turning to God in our moments of grief and need (1:15-2:09).
  • Compassion in Action: Jesus’s heart was moved with compassion, which compelled him to heal and minister to the crowds. Lisa encourages us to be similarly moved to act for others, noting that time spent in prayer helps us act on that compassion without hesitation (3:39-5:19).

Call to Action:
Lisa invites viewers to make an intentional "yes" to spending quality time with God this week, whether that means a retreat, a day of prayer, or simply 15 minutes of quiet time (5:21-5:49).













]]> This reflection (0:00-5:54) by Layperson Lisa focuses on the readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, emphasizing the importance of prayer and trust in God.

Key Takeaways:

  • Trust in God’s Provision: The core message is that God knows our true needs better than we do ourselves. While we often pray for what we want, God answers with what we need (0:13-0:38).
  • The Power of Prayer: Prayer is presented as the essential way to build a relationship with God, much like spending quality time with a spouse or friend (0:49-1:14). It helps deepen our receptivity to God’s grace and love, preventing the "walls" we often build in our lives (2:10-3:22).
  • Jesus as Our Example: Drawing from the Gospel, Lisa notes how Jesus sought silence in a deserted place to be with the Father after hearing of his cousin John the Baptist’s death. This demonstrates the value of turning to God in our moments of grief and need (1:15-2:09).
  • Compassion in Action: Jesus’s heart was moved with compassion, which compelled him to heal and minister to the crowds. Lisa encourages us to be similarly moved to act for others, noting that time spent in prayer helps us act on that compassion without hesitation (3:39-5:19).

Call to Action:
Lisa invites viewers to make an intentional "yes" to spending quality time with God this week, whether that means a retreat, a day of prayer, or simply 15 minutes of quiet time (5:21-5:49).













]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19620951 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0400 353 full false I Don't Feel Like It: A Reflection on the Readings for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time I Don't Feel Like It: A Reflection on the Readings for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the themes of wisdom, perseverance, and maintaining a relationship with God, particularly in the face of spiritual challenges.

Key takeaways from the video:

The Lesson of King Solomon: Lisa discusses how Solomon was gifted with immense wisdom but eventually fell away from God due to the distractions of wealth, pleasure, and the influence of his many wives, who were pagan worshippers (0:06-1:32).
Overcoming "I Don't Feel Like It": Lisa shares her personal struggle with the temptation to prioritize her comfort over God's call—specifically in praying with others (1:44-2:42). She emphasizes the importance of nurturing a relationship with God and acting on obedience rather than fluctuating emotions (2:42-3:35).
The Role of Sacraments and Virtue: To combat spiritual complacency, Lisa highlights the necessity of living a sacramental life. This includes utilizing the Sacrament of Reconciliation and developing virtues like perseverance and endurance (3:35-4:10).
Wisdom, Knowledge, and Understanding: Reflecting on the second reading (Romans 8:28), she distinguishes between intellectual knowledge and heart-level understanding. She explains that true wisdom involves seeing the world from God's perspective and emphasizes that consistently saying "yes" to God's grace makes it easier to follow His call over time (4:10-6:51).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the themes of wisdom, perseverance, and maintaining a relationship with God, particularly in the face of spiritual challenges.

Key takeaways from the video:

The Lesson of King Solomon: Lisa discusses how Solomon was gifted with immense wisdom but eventually fell away from God due to the distractions of wealth, pleasure, and the influence of his many wives, who were pagan worshippers (0:06-1:32).
Overcoming "I Don't Feel Like It": Lisa shares her personal struggle with the temptation to prioritize her comfort over God's call—specifically in praying with others (1:44-2:42). She emphasizes the importance of nurturing a relationship with God and acting on obedience rather than fluctuating emotions (2:42-3:35).
The Role of Sacraments and Virtue: To combat spiritual complacency, Lisa highlights the necessity of living a sacramental life. This includes utilizing the Sacrament of Reconciliation and developing virtues like perseverance and endurance (3:35-4:10).
Wisdom, Knowledge, and Understanding: Reflecting on the second reading (Romans 8:28), she distinguishes between intellectual knowledge and heart-level understanding. She explains that true wisdom involves seeing the world from God's perspective and emphasizes that consistently saying "yes" to God's grace makes it easier to follow His call over time (4:10-6:51).

]]> Buzzsprout-19551114 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400 410 full false Weeds: A Reflection on the Readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Weeds: A Reflection on the Readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time In this reflection on the readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Layperson Lisa shares spiritual insights inspired by gardening and her personal life experiences:

The Parable of the Weeds: Lisa uses the metaphor of gardening to explain how weeds can easily entangle themselves with plants (0:13-0:44). She connects this to the gospel, noting that it is difficult to distinguish "weeds" from "wheat" when we do not prioritize our relationship with Jesus (0:56-1:34).
The Importance of Prayer: Reflecting on the second reading, she highlights the Holy Spirit’s role in our prayer life (1:35-2:22). She emphasizes that while brief moments of prayer are beneficial, it is essential to dedicate intentional, focused time to God to have a deeper, more intimate relationship with Jesus (3:30-5:24).
Detachment and Trust: Lisa discusses how we should handle situations beyond our control by practicing detachment and leaning into a deeper trust in God (5:54-6:26).
Final Invitation: She concludes by encouraging viewers to prioritize time with God, develop an awareness of the "weeds" in their own lives, and seek the "fruits" that come from a deepening relationship with Him (6:27-6:54).

]]> In this reflection on the readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Layperson Lisa shares spiritual insights inspired by gardening and her personal life experiences:

The Parable of the Weeds: Lisa uses the metaphor of gardening to explain how weeds can easily entangle themselves with plants (0:13-0:44). She connects this to the gospel, noting that it is difficult to distinguish "weeds" from "wheat" when we do not prioritize our relationship with Jesus (0:56-1:34).
The Importance of Prayer: Reflecting on the second reading, she highlights the Holy Spirit’s role in our prayer life (1:35-2:22). She emphasizes that while brief moments of prayer are beneficial, it is essential to dedicate intentional, focused time to God to have a deeper, more intimate relationship with Jesus (3:30-5:24).
Detachment and Trust: Lisa discusses how we should handle situations beyond our control by practicing detachment and leaning into a deeper trust in God (5:54-6:26).
Final Invitation: She concludes by encouraging viewers to prioritize time with God, develop an awareness of the "weeds" in their own lives, and seek the "fruits" that come from a deepening relationship with Him (6:27-6:54).

]]> Buzzsprout-19505346 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 413 full false Rest: A Reflection on the Readings for the 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time Rest: A Reflection on the Readings for the 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time This reflection by Layperson Lisa centers on the readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on the spiritual necessity of finding rest in Jesus.

Key themes from the reflection include:

Identity over performance: Lisa emphasizes that we often get caught up in worldly standards, sin, or shame (0:39-1:37). She reminds listeners that the Trinity dwells within our hearts, and our identity should be rooted in God's love rather than our accomplishments or secular expectations (1:37-2:05).
The importance of spiritual rest: Jesus calls those who are "labored and burdened" to come to him (2:10-2:18). Lisa explains that this "rest" is about being with Jesus rather than simply "doing" or performing service (2:18-2:48).
The role of forgiveness: A significant portion of the reflection addresses the burden of unforgiveness (3:13-3:45). Lisa notes that holding onto unforgiveness can block healing, and encourages viewers to ask for the grace and desire to forgive themselves and others (3:45-4:06).
Meekness and peace: True peace comes from resting in Jesus, which allows for a "calmness" (meekness) regardless of the external chaos in our lives (4:09-4:25).
Conclusion:
Lisa invites the audience to stop trying to consume worldly things to fill an inner void and instead "consume" Jesus—both through the Mass and by spending quiet, still time with him (4:26-4:58).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa centers on the readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on the spiritual necessity of finding rest in Jesus.

Key themes from the reflection include:

Identity over performance: Lisa emphasizes that we often get caught up in worldly standards, sin, or shame (0:39-1:37). She reminds listeners that the Trinity dwells within our hearts, and our identity should be rooted in God's love rather than our accomplishments or secular expectations (1:37-2:05).
The importance of spiritual rest: Jesus calls those who are "labored and burdened" to come to him (2:10-2:18). Lisa explains that this "rest" is about being with Jesus rather than simply "doing" or performing service (2:18-2:48).
The role of forgiveness: A significant portion of the reflection addresses the burden of unforgiveness (3:13-3:45). Lisa notes that holding onto unforgiveness can block healing, and encourages viewers to ask for the grace and desire to forgive themselves and others (3:45-4:06).
Meekness and peace: True peace comes from resting in Jesus, which allows for a "calmness" (meekness) regardless of the external chaos in our lives (4:09-4:25).
Conclusion:
Lisa invites the audience to stop trying to consume worldly things to fill an inner void and instead "consume" Jesus—both through the Mass and by spending quiet, still time with him (4:26-4:58).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19444483 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 311 full false Champions: A Reflection on the Readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Champions: A Reflection on the Readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time This reflection by Lisa, part of the Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show, offers spiritual guidance based on the readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The core message is overcoming fear, worry, and anxiety through faith and trust in God.

Key themes discussed:

Addressing Fear and Anxiety: Lisa notes that fear often begets more fear, creating a "snowball" effect. She emphasizes Jesus’ teaching to "fear no one" and the reminder that we are of great value, "worth more than many sparrows" (0:27-1:20).
The Power of Prayer: She encourages listeners to actively invite the Holy Spirit in when they feel overwhelmed, echoing the Psalm, "Lord, in your great love, answer me" (1:23-1:45).
Becoming a "Champion of God": Drawing from the prophet Jeremiah, who describes the Lord as a "mighty champion," Lisa explains that we are called to live as champions of God rather than living in defeat. This means opening ourselves to God's strength, comfort, and wisdom (2:36-3:36).
The Shift to Trust: A major realization from her recent retreat is that one does not need to constantly seek a "sign," specific feeling, or emotional manifestation of God’s presence. Instead, she highlights the importance of trust—knowing that God is always working, present, and loving us unconditionally, even when we don't feel it (4:04-5:58).

]]> This reflection by Lisa, part of the Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show, offers spiritual guidance based on the readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The core message is overcoming fear, worry, and anxiety through faith and trust in God.

Key themes discussed:

Addressing Fear and Anxiety: Lisa notes that fear often begets more fear, creating a "snowball" effect. She emphasizes Jesus’ teaching to "fear no one" and the reminder that we are of great value, "worth more than many sparrows" (0:27-1:20).
The Power of Prayer: She encourages listeners to actively invite the Holy Spirit in when they feel overwhelmed, echoing the Psalm, "Lord, in your great love, answer me" (1:23-1:45).
Becoming a "Champion of God": Drawing from the prophet Jeremiah, who describes the Lord as a "mighty champion," Lisa explains that we are called to live as champions of God rather than living in defeat. This means opening ourselves to God's strength, comfort, and wisdom (2:36-3:36).
The Shift to Trust: A major realization from her recent retreat is that one does not need to constantly seek a "sign," specific feeling, or emotional manifestation of God’s presence. Instead, she highlights the importance of trust—knowing that God is always working, present, and loving us unconditionally, even when we don't feel it (4:04-5:58).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19369900 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0400 360 full false C.H.A.N.G.E-A Reflection on the Readings for the Ascension of the Lord C.H.A.N.G.E-A Reflection on the Readings for the Ascension of the Lord In this video, "Layperson Lisa" offers a reflection on the readings for the Ascension of the Lord (0:00-0:05). To help navigate the challenges of transition, she introduces the acronym C.H.A.N.G.E. as a framework for responding to change:

C - Community (0:42-1:55): Apostles relied on one another as they were sent out to new missions. Community provides accountability, encouragement, and support when change feels overwhelming.
H - Holiness (1:55-2:37): Growing in holiness through prayer and a relationship with Jesus helps us determine how to respond to new situations in a way that glorifies God.
A - Awareness of Expectations (2:37-4:45): Unmet expectations often lead to negativity and resentment. We are encouraged to live in the "eternal now" and be present, letting go of the need to control the outcome.
N - Not My Will, but Yours (4:45-6:33): Trusting God’s plan—even when change is difficult—allows us to focus on His purpose rather than our own desires. This requires a dedicated prayer life.
G - Grace (6:33-7:43): God provides the necessary grace to be "equipped" for the calling He places on our lives. Resistance to change can block this grace; receptivity allows us to move forward.
E - Eucharist (7:43-10:02): Living a Eucharistic life means embracing sacrifice and humility. By emptying ourselves, we allow the Holy Spirit to guide us through life's transitions with courage and fortitude.

]]> In this video, "Layperson Lisa" offers a reflection on the readings for the Ascension of the Lord (0:00-0:05). To help navigate the challenges of transition, she introduces the acronym C.H.A.N.G.E. as a framework for responding to change:

C - Community (0:42-1:55): Apostles relied on one another as they were sent out to new missions. Community provides accountability, encouragement, and support when change feels overwhelming.
H - Holiness (1:55-2:37): Growing in holiness through prayer and a relationship with Jesus helps us determine how to respond to new situations in a way that glorifies God.
A - Awareness of Expectations (2:37-4:45): Unmet expectations often lead to negativity and resentment. We are encouraged to live in the "eternal now" and be present, letting go of the need to control the outcome.
N - Not My Will, but Yours (4:45-6:33): Trusting God’s plan—even when change is difficult—allows us to focus on His purpose rather than our own desires. This requires a dedicated prayer life.
G - Grace (6:33-7:43): God provides the necessary grace to be "equipped" for the calling He places on our lives. Resistance to change can block this grace; receptivity allows us to move forward.
E - Eucharist (7:43-10:02): Living a Eucharistic life means embracing sacrifice and humility. By emptying ourselves, we allow the Holy Spirit to guide us through life's transitions with courage and fortitude.

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19297779 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:00:00 -0400 601 full false Chain Walk- A Reflection on the Readings of the Most Holy Trinity Chain Walk- A Reflection on the Readings of the Most Holy Trinity This reflection by Layperson Lisa connects her recent experience on the Elie Chain Walk in Scotland to the spiritual celebration of the Most Holy Trinity.

Key Themes:

The Weight of Life: During her hike, Lisa encountered heavy chains used to help travelers navigate rocky coastal cliffs (0:45-1:15). She uses these chains as a metaphor for the burdens—such as doubt, pride, sin, and negative thoughts—that can weigh people down in their daily lives (1:20-3:05).
The Trinity Within: Lisa emphasizes that God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit dwell within us. We are described as "tabernacles" or "shrines" of the Trinity (2:10-2:22). She argues that by relying on this inner presence, believers can find the freedom to overcome life's metaphorical chains.
Discerning the Path: Reflecting on her hike, she recalls moments where she felt lost or scared on the cliffs until she trusted the guidance of her companion, Deacon Dave, who pointed out her footholds (3:30-4:45). Similarly, she encourages viewers to trust in God's guidance and seek His clarity when navigating the uncertainties of life (4:50-5:20).
Call to Reflection: Lisa invites viewers to reflect on what currently burdens them—such as unforgiveness, comparison, or divisiveness—and ask the Trinity for the freedom to break those chains and live authentically (5:25-6:11).

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa connects her recent experience on the Elie Chain Walk in Scotland to the spiritual celebration of the Most Holy Trinity.

Key Themes:

The Weight of Life: During her hike, Lisa encountered heavy chains used to help travelers navigate rocky coastal cliffs (0:45-1:15). She uses these chains as a metaphor for the burdens—such as doubt, pride, sin, and negative thoughts—that can weigh people down in their daily lives (1:20-3:05).
The Trinity Within: Lisa emphasizes that God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit dwell within us. We are described as "tabernacles" or "shrines" of the Trinity (2:10-2:22). She argues that by relying on this inner presence, believers can find the freedom to overcome life's metaphorical chains.
Discerning the Path: Reflecting on her hike, she recalls moments where she felt lost or scared on the cliffs until she trusted the guidance of her companion, Deacon Dave, who pointed out her footholds (3:30-4:45). Similarly, she encourages viewers to trust in God's guidance and seek His clarity when navigating the uncertainties of life (4:50-5:20).
Call to Reflection: Lisa invites viewers to reflect on what currently burdens them—such as unforgiveness, comparison, or divisiveness—and ask the Trinity for the freedom to break those chains and live authentically (5:25-6:11).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19297768 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:00:00 -0400 372 full false Nut Grass: A Reflection on the Readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter Nut Grass: A Reflection on the Readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter n this reflection for the 6th Sunday of Easter, the speaker uses the metaphor of removing invasive nut grass from her garden to discuss the nature of sin and spiritual life.

Key themes include:

Sin as Invasive Roots (1:30 - 3:20): Just as the complex, interwoven roots of the nut grass were difficult to remove and spread throughout her garden, the speaker describes how pride, selfishness, and sinful attachments weave themselves into every area of our lives, often without us realizing it.
The Ripple Effect (3:20 - 4:40): She reflects on how our private sins have negative consequences for the world around us, but emphasizes that our works of charity and love also create positive ripple effects.
The Role of Grace and Detachment (4:40 - 6:30): Drawing on St. John of the Cross, she discusses the importance of detachment from worldly opinions to better focus on God. She notes that the Holy Spirit acts as a "lens," allowing us to see God's work clearly in our lives.
Reconciliation (6:40 - 7:46): The speaker compares the Sacrament of Reconciliation to a weed spray that kills the "roots" of sin, allowing God to wash over us and restore our sanctifying grace, enabling us to become vessels filled with His love.

]]> n this reflection for the 6th Sunday of Easter, the speaker uses the metaphor of removing invasive nut grass from her garden to discuss the nature of sin and spiritual life.

Key themes include:

Sin as Invasive Roots (1:30 - 3:20): Just as the complex, interwoven roots of the nut grass were difficult to remove and spread throughout her garden, the speaker describes how pride, selfishness, and sinful attachments weave themselves into every area of our lives, often without us realizing it.
The Ripple Effect (3:20 - 4:40): She reflects on how our private sins have negative consequences for the world around us, but emphasizes that our works of charity and love also create positive ripple effects.
The Role of Grace and Detachment (4:40 - 6:30): Drawing on St. John of the Cross, she discusses the importance of detachment from worldly opinions to better focus on God. She notes that the Holy Spirit acts as a "lens," allowing us to see God's work clearly in our lives.
Reconciliation (6:40 - 7:46): The speaker compares the Sacrament of Reconciliation to a weed spray that kills the "roots" of sin, allowing God to wash over us and restore our sanctifying grace, enabling us to become vessels filled with His love.

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19173558 Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400 465 full false Unlock the Door to Your Heart: A Reflection for the Readings for Divine Mercy Sunday Unlock the Door to Your Heart: A Reflection for the Readings for Divine Mercy Sunday This reflection by Layperson Lisa, created for Divine Mercy Sunday, centers on the theme of unlocking the doors of our hearts to God. Drawing from the Gospel reading where the apostles were locked in a room, the video explores how fear, a desire for comfort, and self-doubt often cause us to lock ourselves away from our true purpose and relationship with God.

Key reflections include:

  • Prioritizing our relationship with God: Our primary apostolate is our relationship with God, which precedes our apostolate of action (0:33-1:01). Cultivating this requires sacrificing time and comfort.
  • Overcoming fear: We are called to greatness rather than comfort. Fear of being uncomfortable or failing to meet God's call can paralyze us, but we are encouraged to say "yes" even when it feels challenging (1:13-2:02, 6:47-7:06).
  • The power of Divine Mercy: Divine Mercy Sunday is an invitation to accept God's forgiveness and peace. Lisa emphasizes that through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we can find healing for our sins and freedom from the shame that prevents us from recognizing our identity as beloved children of God (3:13-4:19, 5:44-6:00).
  • Inviting God into the heart: The video concludes with a challenge to identify what is keeping our hearts locked and to turn the key, allowing God's supernatural peace, love, and joy to transform our lives (6:02-7:27).
]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa, created for Divine Mercy Sunday, centers on the theme of unlocking the doors of our hearts to God. Drawing from the Gospel reading where the apostles were locked in a room, the video explores how fear, a desire for comfort, and self-doubt often cause us to lock ourselves away from our true purpose and relationship with God.

Key reflections include:

  • Prioritizing our relationship with God: Our primary apostolate is our relationship with God, which precedes our apostolate of action (0:33-1:01). Cultivating this requires sacrificing time and comfort.
  • Overcoming fear: We are called to greatness rather than comfort. Fear of being uncomfortable or failing to meet God's call can paralyze us, but we are encouraged to say "yes" even when it feels challenging (1:13-2:02, 6:47-7:06).
  • The power of Divine Mercy: Divine Mercy Sunday is an invitation to accept God's forgiveness and peace. Lisa emphasizes that through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we can find healing for our sins and freedom from the shame that prevents us from recognizing our identity as beloved children of God (3:13-4:19, 5:44-6:00).
  • Inviting God into the heart: The video concludes with a challenge to identify what is keeping our hearts locked and to turn the key, allowing God's supernatural peace, love, and joy to transform our lives (6:02-7:27).
]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19113382 Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 446 full false Seeing Jesus: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Easter Seeing Jesus: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Easter This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the theme of seeing Jesus in our daily lives during the Easter season, drawing inspiration from the gospel account of the road to Emmaus and the life of St. Gianna Molla.

Key themes and reflections:

The Road to Emmaus (1:03 - 1:21): The disciples were walking away from Jerusalem, saddened by the events surrounding Jesus, and failed to recognize Him when He joined them. This serves as a metaphor for how we often miss Jesus' presence in our own lives.
Finding God in Daily Tasks (1:32 - 1:53): Drawing on the charism of St. Clare, the speaker encourages viewers to see Jesus in mundane tasks like chores, repairs, or manual labor. He is always present, but we must consciously choose to look for Him.
The Witness of St. Gianna Molla (0:18 - 0:48; 2:14 - 2:32): The speaker shares the story of St. Gianna Molla, a doctor who risked her life to protect her unborn child. Meeting St. Gianna's daughter, Gianna Emmanuela, reinforced the importance of being open to God's will, even during trials.
Opening Our Hearts (2:45 - 3:17): The video concludes with a call to remove spiritual blindness and open our hearts, which are described as the "eyes to our soul." By doing so, we can recognize Jesus' presence in every moment of every day.

]]> This reflection by Layperson Lisa explores the theme of seeing Jesus in our daily lives during the Easter season, drawing inspiration from the gospel account of the road to Emmaus and the life of St. Gianna Molla.

Key themes and reflections:

The Road to Emmaus (1:03 - 1:21): The disciples were walking away from Jerusalem, saddened by the events surrounding Jesus, and failed to recognize Him when He joined them. This serves as a metaphor for how we often miss Jesus' presence in our own lives.
Finding God in Daily Tasks (1:32 - 1:53): Drawing on the charism of St. Clare, the speaker encourages viewers to see Jesus in mundane tasks like chores, repairs, or manual labor. He is always present, but we must consciously choose to look for Him.
The Witness of St. Gianna Molla (0:18 - 0:48; 2:14 - 2:32): The speaker shares the story of St. Gianna Molla, a doctor who risked her life to protect her unborn child. Meeting St. Gianna's daughter, Gianna Emmanuela, reinforced the importance of being open to God's will, even during trials.
Opening Our Hearts (2:45 - 3:17): The video concludes with a call to remove spiritual blindness and open our hearts, which are described as the "eyes to our soul." By doing so, we can recognize Jesus' presence in every moment of every day.

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19113370 Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 196 full false Venice Venice In this video, Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa share highlights from their recent trip to Venice, Italy. The hosts discuss their experiences, spiritual reflections, and upcoming travel plans.

Trip Highlights & Cultural Experiences:

Cooking Class: The pair participated in a three-hour class where they handmade pasta and spinach-ricotta ravioli, and learned to make tiramisu (0:25-0:40).
Church Visits: They attended mass at St. Mark’s and visited other significant religious sites, including the churches of St. Simeon, St. Lucy, and St. Theodore (0:41-0:55, 4:58-5:17).
Venice History: They discuss the unique architecture of Venice, noting it is built on over 1,000-year-old foundations of stone and petrified wood within a former swamp (6:40-7:03).
Spiritual Reflections & Encounters:

Evangelization Moments: The hosts share stories of meaningful conversations they had with strangers—one at the airport and another during their cooking class—focused on the Catholic faith and the concept of "actual grace" (1:06-4:52).
Homily Takeaways: Deacon Dave reflects on the importance of rejoicing in God's goodness and grace, even during life's struggles, emphasizing that individuals are chosen by God regardless of their circumstances (7:56-8:45).
Upcoming Travels:

The hosts are excited for their next destinations, including Padua, Schio, and Milan, where they plan to visit the sites of various saints, including St. Anthony of Padua, St. Josephine Bakhita, and St. Ambrose (8:58-9:42).

]]> In this video, Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa share highlights from their recent trip to Venice, Italy. The hosts discuss their experiences, spiritual reflections, and upcoming travel plans.

Trip Highlights & Cultural Experiences:

Cooking Class: The pair participated in a three-hour class where they handmade pasta and spinach-ricotta ravioli, and learned to make tiramisu (0:25-0:40).
Church Visits: They attended mass at St. Mark’s and visited other significant religious sites, including the churches of St. Simeon, St. Lucy, and St. Theodore (0:41-0:55, 4:58-5:17).
Venice History: They discuss the unique architecture of Venice, noting it is built on over 1,000-year-old foundations of stone and petrified wood within a former swamp (6:40-7:03).
Spiritual Reflections & Encounters:

Evangelization Moments: The hosts share stories of meaningful conversations they had with strangers—one at the airport and another during their cooking class—focused on the Catholic faith and the concept of "actual grace" (1:06-4:52).
Homily Takeaways: Deacon Dave reflects on the importance of rejoicing in God's goodness and grace, even during life's struggles, emphasizing that individuals are chosen by God regardless of their circumstances (7:56-8:45).
Upcoming Travels:

The hosts are excited for their next destinations, including Padua, Schio, and Milan, where they plan to visit the sites of various saints, including St. Anthony of Padua, St. Josephine Bakhita, and St. Ambrose (8:58-9:42).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-19113365 Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 593 full false Hope in Reconciliation Hope in Reconciliation This reflection by Lisa, part of the Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show, focuses on hope and reconciliation during the fifth Sunday of Lent. She ties the liturgical readings to the Paschal Mystery—the life, suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus—and how the Sacrament of Reconciliation allows us to experience this resurrection in our own lives (0:26).

Key Highlights:

Ezekiel's Prophecy: Lisa connects the readings from Ezekiel about dry bones to how guilt, shame, and sin can drag people down, noting that God promises to breathe His spirit into us so we may live (0:40).
Mortal Sin and Mercy: She explains that while mortal sin severs our friendship with God, He is always searching for us like the prodigal father, waiting to embrace us with extravagant compassion and love in the sacrament (2:11-2:53).
Lazarus and Trust: Reflecting on the Gospel of Lazarus, she discusses Martha's hesitation to move the stone due to fear, contrasting it with the need for complete trust and confidence in God's power to resurrect us from our tombs (4:09-5:16).
Plenary Indulgences: Lisa highlights the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence at the St. Clare of Assisi Retreat Center during the year of St. Francis, which requires going to confession, receiving the Eucharist, praying for the Pope, and being detached from sin (6:35-7:22).
Conclusion:
Lent is encouraged as a time to encounter Jesus in the Sacrament of Reconciliation to remove burdens of pride or fear, ultimately calling us to live as resurrected people (8:16-8:45).

]]> This reflection by Lisa, part of the Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show, focuses on hope and reconciliation during the fifth Sunday of Lent. She ties the liturgical readings to the Paschal Mystery—the life, suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus—and how the Sacrament of Reconciliation allows us to experience this resurrection in our own lives (0:26).

Key Highlights:

Ezekiel's Prophecy: Lisa connects the readings from Ezekiel about dry bones to how guilt, shame, and sin can drag people down, noting that God promises to breathe His spirit into us so we may live (0:40).
Mortal Sin and Mercy: She explains that while mortal sin severs our friendship with God, He is always searching for us like the prodigal father, waiting to embrace us with extravagant compassion and love in the sacrament (2:11-2:53).
Lazarus and Trust: Reflecting on the Gospel of Lazarus, she discusses Martha's hesitation to move the stone due to fear, contrasting it with the need for complete trust and confidence in God's power to resurrect us from our tombs (4:09-5:16).
Plenary Indulgences: Lisa highlights the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence at the St. Clare of Assisi Retreat Center during the year of St. Francis, which requires going to confession, receiving the Eucharist, praying for the Pope, and being detached from sin (6:35-7:22).
Conclusion:
Lent is encouraged as a time to encounter Jesus in the Sacrament of Reconciliation to remove burdens of pride or fear, ultimately calling us to live as resurrected people (8:16-8:45).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18889507 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0400 36 full false S.I.N.: A Reflection on the Readings for the First Sunday in Lent. S.I.N.: A Reflection on the Readings for the First Sunday in Lent. This video reflects on the First Sunday in Lent's readings, focusing on the concept of sin (0:00).

The speaker explains how sin:

  • Darkens our intellect (0:18), making it difficult to make right choices and leading to rationalization (0:39).
  • Weakens our will (1:03), allowing passions and desires to overpower intellect and lead to bad choices (1:31).
  • Results from our concupiscent nature due to original sin (1:51).

The speaker introduces "S.I.N." as a way to combat sin:

  • S - Sacrifice (2:01): Giving up self-will to align with God's will, which helps temper disordered passions and strengthens our relationship with God (2:08). Sin, especially mortal sin, can sever this relationship (2:30).
  • I - Intentional (3:19): Reflecting on daily actions and identifying moments where one didn't embody Christian values, then striving to be more like Jesus (3:23).
  • N - Need Jesus (4:08): Emphasizing that Jesus is our ultimate necessity and we should cling to him, especially when tempted or in challenging situations (4:13).

The video concludes by encouraging viewers to consider what sins are hindering their relationship with God and how they can apply S.I.N. to strengthen it (4:59).

]]> This video reflects on the First Sunday in Lent's readings, focusing on the concept of sin (0:00).

The speaker explains how sin:

  • Darkens our intellect (0:18), making it difficult to make right choices and leading to rationalization (0:39).
  • Weakens our will (1:03), allowing passions and desires to overpower intellect and lead to bad choices (1:31).
  • Results from our concupiscent nature due to original sin (1:51).

The speaker introduces "S.I.N." as a way to combat sin:

  • S - Sacrifice (2:01): Giving up self-will to align with God's will, which helps temper disordered passions and strengthens our relationship with God (2:08). Sin, especially mortal sin, can sever this relationship (2:30).
  • I - Intentional (3:19): Reflecting on daily actions and identifying moments where one didn't embody Christian values, then striving to be more like Jesus (3:23).
  • N - Need Jesus (4:08): Emphasizing that Jesus is our ultimate necessity and we should cling to him, especially when tempted or in challenging situations (4:13).

The video concludes by encouraging viewers to consider what sins are hindering their relationship with God and how they can apply S.I.N. to strengthen it (4:59).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18720080 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 317 full false Interiority: A Reflection on the Readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Interiority: A Reflection on the Readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time This video emphasizes the importance of "interiority" (0:29), or one's inner self and disposition, as preparation for Lent. The speaker explains that while outward actions might change, true spiritual growth involves aligning both exterior and interior selves (1:19) with God's will.

The video highlights:
Addressing negative thoughts and vices: The speaker encourages viewers to identify their internal struggles (1:50) and the virtues that can replace them.
The example of gossip: The speaker shares a personal struggle with gossip (2:16) and how Lent can be a time to cultivate charity and uplift others (2:52).
Self-compassion: The speaker notes the importance of being gentle and compassionate with oneself (3:21), recognizing one's identity as a "beloved daughter of the most high king" (3:33).
Fasting and mortification: The video discusses fasting as a way to deepen one's relationship with God (4:06) and mortification as a means to deny one's own will and embrace God's will (4:27).
Growing in intimacy with God: By focusing on interior work, individuals can foster a more intimate relationship with God (4:54) and unify their will with His (5:26).

]]> This video emphasizes the importance of "interiority" (0:29), or one's inner self and disposition, as preparation for Lent. The speaker explains that while outward actions might change, true spiritual growth involves aligning both exterior and interior selves (1:19) with God's will.

The video highlights:
Addressing negative thoughts and vices: The speaker encourages viewers to identify their internal struggles (1:50) and the virtues that can replace them.
The example of gossip: The speaker shares a personal struggle with gossip (2:16) and how Lent can be a time to cultivate charity and uplift others (2:52).
Self-compassion: The speaker notes the importance of being gentle and compassionate with oneself (3:21), recognizing one's identity as a "beloved daughter of the most high king" (3:33).
Fasting and mortification: The video discusses fasting as a way to deepen one's relationship with God (4:06) and mortification as a means to deny one's own will and embrace God's will (4:27).
Growing in intimacy with God: By focusing on interior work, individuals can foster a more intimate relationship with God (4:54) and unify their will with His (5:26).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18694813 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500 404 full false HVAC and Scarves HVAC and Scarves Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa provide an update on the construction progress at their meeting space, focusing on the HVAC installation and insulation work (0:32). They use the progress of the building as a metaphor for spiritual growth, explaining how the flow of grace can be hindered by sin, much like pipes can get clogged (1:01).

Key updates and discussions include:
HVAC and Insulation (0:20-0:49): They show the large and small conduits for the HVAC system and discuss putting up more insulation and wood on the back of the building.
Construction Timeline (2:19-2:40): They mention that electricians were also on site and anticipate the building to be finished by summer, hoping for a blessing and fundraiser on November 21st, when Bishop Nest will be present.
Spiritual Parallels (1:01-2:11, 4:01-4:52): Dave and Lisa connect the physical construction to spiritual concepts, likening God to an "air handler" supplying grace and sin to "clogged pipes" or "scarves" that strangle spiritual life.
Patience and Virtue (5:30-6:37): They discuss patience as a virtue, noting that it's related to other virtues like docility, meekness, humility, mortification, and abandonment.
Upcoming Events (6:39-8:43): They promote a women's Cursillo in March, a Divine Mercy retreat, and mention that confirmation groups, pastoral councils, and Catholic campus ministries frequently use their retreat center. ODU students are also coming for service during spring break.

]]> Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa provide an update on the construction progress at their meeting space, focusing on the HVAC installation and insulation work (0:32). They use the progress of the building as a metaphor for spiritual growth, explaining how the flow of grace can be hindered by sin, much like pipes can get clogged (1:01).

Key updates and discussions include:
HVAC and Insulation (0:20-0:49): They show the large and small conduits for the HVAC system and discuss putting up more insulation and wood on the back of the building.
Construction Timeline (2:19-2:40): They mention that electricians were also on site and anticipate the building to be finished by summer, hoping for a blessing and fundraiser on November 21st, when Bishop Nest will be present.
Spiritual Parallels (1:01-2:11, 4:01-4:52): Dave and Lisa connect the physical construction to spiritual concepts, likening God to an "air handler" supplying grace and sin to "clogged pipes" or "scarves" that strangle spiritual life.
Patience and Virtue (5:30-6:37): They discuss patience as a virtue, noting that it's related to other virtues like docility, meekness, humility, mortification, and abandonment.
Upcoming Events (6:39-8:43): They promote a women's Cursillo in March, a Divine Mercy retreat, and mention that confirmation groups, pastoral councils, and Catholic campus ministries frequently use their retreat center. ODU students are also coming for service during spring break.

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18672370 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:00:00 -0500 538 full false Meek and Humble: A Reflection on the Readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Meek and Humble: A Reflection on the Readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time This video reflects on the readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on the virtues of humility and meekness (0:00).

  • Humility as a foundational virtue (0:39):
    • It counteracts pride, which is seen as the root of all sin.
    • Growing in humility helps individuals grow in other virtues, such as patience.
    • Patience involves bearing wrongs joyfully, without sorrow (1:05-1:20).
  • Meekness as a quiet strength (1:20):
    • It helps to temper anger and resentment, leading to a disposition of peace and calmness (1:30-2:10).
    • Meekness is not weakness but "quiet strength," allowing a peaceful disposition even amidst turmoil (2:14-2:22).
    • The speaker connects this to the idea of faith calming the storm, emphasizing trust in Jesus' presence (2:30-3:52).
  • Two aspects of humility (3:55):
    • Humility of the will: Bearing wrongs patiently and not letting humiliations stir the soul, which goes hand-in-hand with meekness to temper passions (3:58-5:21).
    • Humility of the intellect: Being aware of one's weaknesses without self-condemnation, and instead trusting in God's mercy and depending on Him for strength (5:31-6:17).

The video concludes by highlighting how sharing one's brokenness can glorify God, minister to others, and provide hope, emphasizing God's unchanging and infinite love (6:42-7:47). The speaker encourages viewers to invite Jesus to help them grow in meekness and humility to cultivate other virtues like patience and ultimately achieve union with God (7:51-8:20).









]]> This video reflects on the readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on the virtues of humility and meekness (0:00).

  • Humility as a foundational virtue (0:39):
    • It counteracts pride, which is seen as the root of all sin.
    • Growing in humility helps individuals grow in other virtues, such as patience.
    • Patience involves bearing wrongs joyfully, without sorrow (1:05-1:20).
  • Meekness as a quiet strength (1:20):
    • It helps to temper anger and resentment, leading to a disposition of peace and calmness (1:30-2:10).
    • Meekness is not weakness but "quiet strength," allowing a peaceful disposition even amidst turmoil (2:14-2:22).
    • The speaker connects this to the idea of faith calming the storm, emphasizing trust in Jesus' presence (2:30-3:52).
  • Two aspects of humility (3:55):
    • Humility of the will: Bearing wrongs patiently and not letting humiliations stir the soul, which goes hand-in-hand with meekness to temper passions (3:58-5:21).
    • Humility of the intellect: Being aware of one's weaknesses without self-condemnation, and instead trusting in God's mercy and depending on Him for strength (5:31-6:17).

The video concludes by highlighting how sharing one's brokenness can glorify God, minister to others, and provide hope, emphasizing God's unchanging and infinite love (6:42-7:47). The speaker encourages viewers to invite Jesus to help them grow in meekness and humility to cultivate other virtues like patience and ultimately achieve union with God (7:51-8:20).









]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18620093 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 503 full false Scaffolding to Holiness Scaffolding to Holiness Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa discuss the progress of their new building's scaffolding and draw parallels between building scaffolding and growing spiritually (0:00-0:35). They highlight that both require hard work, multiple components, and community (0:41-3:08).

Here are the key takeaways from their discussion:

  • Spiritual Growth as Scaffolding (0:49-1:21): Just as scaffolding needs many pieces (metal, wood) to build higher, spiritual life requires various elements like virtues, different forms of prayer (Mass, silence, Divine Mercy Chaplet, rosaries), and continuous effort to "go higher."
  • Hard Work in Virtue (1:54-2:34): They emphasize that spiritual growth is hard work. Using St. Francis de Sales as an example, who took 12 years to overcome anger and cultivate meekness, they illustrate that God provides opportunities for growth, which often involve significant effort.
  • Importance of Community (2:34-3:08): The hosts stress that community is crucial for progress. They note that the scaffolding work went much faster when more people were helping, likening it to spiritual life where community support can accelerate growth and prevent isolation.
  • Faith and Trust in God (5:11-6:26): They discuss how growing in virtue and holiness strengthens faith and dependency on God, which helps in calming life's storms. Lisa mentions St. Thérèse and her confidence in God through faith, hope, and love, emphasizing that God wants us to rise from mistakes with His help rather than self-condemn.
  • Avoiding Self-Criticism (6:28-7:15): They advise against beating oneself up over mistakes, identifying it as a form of pride that shifts focus away from God. Instead, they encourage learning from errors and allowing God to use those experiences for positive change.
]]> Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa discuss the progress of their new building's scaffolding and draw parallels between building scaffolding and growing spiritually (0:00-0:35). They highlight that both require hard work, multiple components, and community (0:41-3:08).

Here are the key takeaways from their discussion:

  • Spiritual Growth as Scaffolding (0:49-1:21): Just as scaffolding needs many pieces (metal, wood) to build higher, spiritual life requires various elements like virtues, different forms of prayer (Mass, silence, Divine Mercy Chaplet, rosaries), and continuous effort to "go higher."
  • Hard Work in Virtue (1:54-2:34): They emphasize that spiritual growth is hard work. Using St. Francis de Sales as an example, who took 12 years to overcome anger and cultivate meekness, they illustrate that God provides opportunities for growth, which often involve significant effort.
  • Importance of Community (2:34-3:08): The hosts stress that community is crucial for progress. They note that the scaffolding work went much faster when more people were helping, likening it to spiritual life where community support can accelerate growth and prevent isolation.
  • Faith and Trust in God (5:11-6:26): They discuss how growing in virtue and holiness strengthens faith and dependency on God, which helps in calming life's storms. Lisa mentions St. Thérèse and her confidence in God through faith, hope, and love, emphasizing that God wants us to rise from mistakes with His help rather than self-condemn.
  • Avoiding Self-Criticism (6:28-7:15): They advise against beating oneself up over mistakes, identifying it as a form of pride that shifts focus away from God. Instead, they encourage learning from errors and allowing God to use those experiences for positive change.
]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18618313 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500 448 full false At Soap n Suds At Soap n Suds Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa share insights from a laundromat, relating their task of washing linens for a retreat center to the less glamorous but essential aspects of spiritual work (0:01-0:31). They discuss how seemingly mundane chores like laundry, cleaning, and gardening are crucial for creating an environment where people can encounter Christ (1:09).

The video draws parallels between the laundry process and spiritual life:

  • Spin cycle (2:40): Represents life's turmoil, where Jesus "washes everything away with his grace."
  • Dryer (3:38): Symbolizes a "time of reflection" and drawing closer to the Lord.
  • OxyClean (4:03): Compared to reconciliation, whitening the soul and removing stains.
  • Dual action tabs/concentrated cleaner (4:21): Analogized to the sacraments, providing "concentrated grace" through practices like weekly Mass, holy days, and daily prayer.

They conclude by emphasizing that Jesus is in control even when life feels chaotic, helping to reorder things and press out what is not of Him (3:18).

]]> Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa share insights from a laundromat, relating their task of washing linens for a retreat center to the less glamorous but essential aspects of spiritual work (0:01-0:31). They discuss how seemingly mundane chores like laundry, cleaning, and gardening are crucial for creating an environment where people can encounter Christ (1:09).

The video draws parallels between the laundry process and spiritual life:

  • Spin cycle (2:40): Represents life's turmoil, where Jesus "washes everything away with his grace."
  • Dryer (3:38): Symbolizes a "time of reflection" and drawing closer to the Lord.
  • OxyClean (4:03): Compared to reconciliation, whitening the soul and removing stains.
  • Dual action tabs/concentrated cleaner (4:21): Analogized to the sacraments, providing "concentrated grace" through practices like weekly Mass, holy days, and daily prayer.

They conclude by emphasizing that Jesus is in control even when life feels chaotic, helping to reorder things and press out what is not of Him (3:18).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18601984 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 312 full false Fear: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity on the Epiphany of the Lord Fear: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity on the Epiphany of the Lord This video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord, focusing on the concept of fear.

The speaker contrasts two types of fear:

Worldly Fear (Herod's Fear): Herod's fear is characterized by a desire to maintain power and control, leading to envy and a destructive impulse when he hears of the new "king of the Jews" (0:22-1:12).
Fear of the Lord (Magi's Fear): This is described as a gift of the Holy Spirit, manifesting as awe, reverence, resulting in generosity, and obedience (1:55-3:00). The Magi demonstrate this by paying homage to Jesus, being generous with their gifts, and obeying the dream to avoid returning to Herod (1:38-3:24).
The video emphasizes that "fear of the Lord" is not about being scared, but about a deep reverence for God. It encourages listeners to strengthen this gift through:

Prayer and Silence: Lifting hearts, minds, and souls to God in prayer, particularly in silence, is crucial for strengthening this gift (3:30-4:28).
Obedience and Being a Gift of Self: Obedience means emptying oneself of selfish ways to allow God to fill them, becoming a vessel for His will and being a "gift of self" rather than being selfish (4:30-5:30). Saying "yes" to God's calling, even when it's inconvenient, strengthens this gift (5:38-6:26).
The reflection concludes by encouraging viewers to commit to spending time in silence, lifting their hearts to God, and asking for a strengthening of the "fear of the Lord" to foster obedience and generosity (6:33-7:01).

]]> This video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord, focusing on the concept of fear.

The speaker contrasts two types of fear:

Worldly Fear (Herod's Fear): Herod's fear is characterized by a desire to maintain power and control, leading to envy and a destructive impulse when he hears of the new "king of the Jews" (0:22-1:12).
Fear of the Lord (Magi's Fear): This is described as a gift of the Holy Spirit, manifesting as awe, reverence, resulting in generosity, and obedience (1:55-3:00). The Magi demonstrate this by paying homage to Jesus, being generous with their gifts, and obeying the dream to avoid returning to Herod (1:38-3:24).
The video emphasizes that "fear of the Lord" is not about being scared, but about a deep reverence for God. It encourages listeners to strengthen this gift through:

Prayer and Silence: Lifting hearts, minds, and souls to God in prayer, particularly in silence, is crucial for strengthening this gift (3:30-4:28).
Obedience and Being a Gift of Self: Obedience means emptying oneself of selfish ways to allow God to fill them, becoming a vessel for His will and being a "gift of self" rather than being selfish (4:30-5:30). Saying "yes" to God's calling, even when it's inconvenient, strengthens this gift (5:38-6:26).
The reflection concludes by encouraging viewers to commit to spending time in silence, lifting their hearts to God, and asking for a strengthening of the "fear of the Lord" to foster obedience and generosity (6:33-7:01).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18572702 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 425 full false A Heart Like Yours: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of Go A Heart Like Yours: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of Go The video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, emphasizing the Christian belief in becoming adopted children of God through the Holy Spirit (0:07). The speaker highlights Mary's heart, which was "inflamed with the Holy Spirit," and encourages listeners to cultivate a similar heart through consecration to Jesus through Mary, as discussed in "33 Days to Morning Glory" (0:33-0:57).

The reflection also ties into the new year and a class on patience, using a personal anecdote about driving to Mass to illustrate how God provides opportunities to grow in virtues like patience (1:27-3:09). The speaker stresses the importance of not reacting negatively to frustrating situations and allowing God's peace to dwell in one's heart (2:47-3:09, 3:54-4:02).

Finally, the video encourages dedicating 2026 to a deeper prayer life, emphasizing the need for silence and solitude to allow God to speak and guide personal growth in virtues (4:08-5:21).

]]> The video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, emphasizing the Christian belief in becoming adopted children of God through the Holy Spirit (0:07). The speaker highlights Mary's heart, which was "inflamed with the Holy Spirit," and encourages listeners to cultivate a similar heart through consecration to Jesus through Mary, as discussed in "33 Days to Morning Glory" (0:33-0:57).

The reflection also ties into the new year and a class on patience, using a personal anecdote about driving to Mass to illustrate how God provides opportunities to grow in virtues like patience (1:27-3:09). The speaker stresses the importance of not reacting negatively to frustrating situations and allowing God's peace to dwell in one's heart (2:47-3:09, 3:54-4:02).

Finally, the video encourages dedicating 2026 to a deeper prayer life, emphasizing the need for silence and solitude to allow God to speak and guide personal growth in virtues (4:08-5:21).

]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18572694 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 323 full false Set Apart: A Reflection on the Readings for the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time Set Apart: A Reflection on the Readings for the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time The video "Set Apart: A Reflection on the Readings for the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time" by Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show reflects on the readings for the second Sunday in ordinary time, focusing on Jesus's baptism and the call to holiness.

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

  • Sanctifying Grace (0:24-0:36): The Holy Spirit descends upon us at baptism, granting us sanctifying grace, which calls us to a life of holiness and makes us more like God.
  • Called to be Set Apart (0:50-1:08): Similar to how Jesus is the Son of God, we are called to be set apart from the world, living in it but not being "of this world," but rather "of the supernatural world of God."
  • Vessels of Light and Hope (1:23-1:37): In difficult times, we are reminded to be vessels of light, hope, and God's love to others.
  • Holiness as Disposition and Obedience (1:42-2:09): Drawing from St. Thérèse of Lisieux, holiness is described as a disposition where our hearts, souls, and wills align with God, and it involves obedience to His will.
  • Humility and Dependence on God (2:33-3:28): Holiness also means acknowledging our smallness and weakness, allowing God to carry us, as our strength comes through Christ. This calls for a great dependency on God and openness to growth in virtues.
  • Growth in Prudence (3:37-4:38): The speaker shares a personal experience of growing in prudence, a virtue that helps us discern and act on what is good, particularly in communication like texts and emails.
  • Strengthening Sanctifying Grace (4:42-5:00): Sanctifying grace is strengthened through prayer, acts of sacrifice, and acts of charity or love.
  • Embracing God's Will (5:38-5:57): Being holy involves making an act of will towards what God desires, even when it means sacrificing our own desires. This practice makes it easier over time and helps us grow in virtue, allowing us to joyfully and easily do what is good.
  • Call to Love (6:26-6:35): Ultimately, we are called to a life of holiness and love to all we encounter, striving to be like Jesus.
]]> The video "Set Apart: A Reflection on the Readings for the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time" by Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show reflects on the readings for the second Sunday in ordinary time, focusing on Jesus's baptism and the call to holiness.

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

  • Sanctifying Grace (0:24-0:36): The Holy Spirit descends upon us at baptism, granting us sanctifying grace, which calls us to a life of holiness and makes us more like God.
  • Called to be Set Apart (0:50-1:08): Similar to how Jesus is the Son of God, we are called to be set apart from the world, living in it but not being "of this world," but rather "of the supernatural world of God."
  • Vessels of Light and Hope (1:23-1:37): In difficult times, we are reminded to be vessels of light, hope, and God's love to others.
  • Holiness as Disposition and Obedience (1:42-2:09): Drawing from St. Thérèse of Lisieux, holiness is described as a disposition where our hearts, souls, and wills align with God, and it involves obedience to His will.
  • Humility and Dependence on God (2:33-3:28): Holiness also means acknowledging our smallness and weakness, allowing God to carry us, as our strength comes through Christ. This calls for a great dependency on God and openness to growth in virtues.
  • Growth in Prudence (3:37-4:38): The speaker shares a personal experience of growing in prudence, a virtue that helps us discern and act on what is good, particularly in communication like texts and emails.
  • Strengthening Sanctifying Grace (4:42-5:00): Sanctifying grace is strengthened through prayer, acts of sacrifice, and acts of charity or love.
  • Embracing God's Will (5:38-5:57): Being holy involves making an act of will towards what God desires, even when it means sacrificing our own desires. This practice makes it easier over time and helps us grow in virtue, allowing us to joyfully and easily do what is good.
  • Call to Love (6:26-6:35): Ultimately, we are called to a life of holiness and love to all we encounter, striving to be like Jesus.
]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18572683 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 396 full false Love: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity on the Baptism of the Lord Love: A Reflection on the Readings for the Solemnity on the Baptism of the Lord The video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord, emphasizing the constant presence of God within us due to our baptism (0:09). The speaker highlights that we are "shrines of the Trinity" and that God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit dwell within our hearts, going everywhere we go (0:26).

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

  • God's Indwelling Love: Despite feelings of unworthiness or being unloved, our baptism bestows "sanctifying grace" that helps us to be like God and to be set apart (0:48).
  • Overcoming Doubt and Brokenness: The speaker acknowledges that we can sometimes live as if we are unloved, which is displeasing to God. The devil often tries to instill doubt and feelings of unworthiness, but God can work with our brokenness when we open our hearts to Him (1:30).
  • Emptying Ourselves for God: The concept of "empty me of me" is introduced, suggesting that by emptying ourselves of pride and selfishness, we become vessels through whom God can flow (2:27).
  • The Delight of Prayer: Spending time with God in prayer is described as delightful to Him, as it unites our hearts with His. There's no need for an agenda or performance; simply being present to Him is pleasing (3:14).
  • Detachment and Becoming Like God: The speaker suggests that spending more time with God helps us detach from worldly things, tap into sanctifying grace, and become vessels of love, joy, and peace (3:45).
  • God's Unconditional Love: The video concludes by reiterating God's immense and personal love for each of us, as if we were the only one in the world. The crucifix serves as a reminder of Jesus' sacrifice born out of this profound love, even knowing all our sins (4:38). The speaker encourages listeners to ask God directly how much He loves them and to disregard any thoughts that are not loving and beautiful (5:23).









]]> The video reflects on the readings for the Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord, emphasizing the constant presence of God within us due to our baptism (0:09). The speaker highlights that we are "shrines of the Trinity" and that God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit dwell within our hearts, going everywhere we go (0:26).

Key takeaways from the reflection include:

  • God's Indwelling Love: Despite feelings of unworthiness or being unloved, our baptism bestows "sanctifying grace" that helps us to be like God and to be set apart (0:48).
  • Overcoming Doubt and Brokenness: The speaker acknowledges that we can sometimes live as if we are unloved, which is displeasing to God. The devil often tries to instill doubt and feelings of unworthiness, but God can work with our brokenness when we open our hearts to Him (1:30).
  • Emptying Ourselves for God: The concept of "empty me of me" is introduced, suggesting that by emptying ourselves of pride and selfishness, we become vessels through whom God can flow (2:27).
  • The Delight of Prayer: Spending time with God in prayer is described as delightful to Him, as it unites our hearts with His. There's no need for an agenda or performance; simply being present to Him is pleasing (3:14).
  • Detachment and Becoming Like God: The speaker suggests that spending more time with God helps us detach from worldly things, tap into sanctifying grace, and become vessels of love, joy, and peace (3:45).
  • God's Unconditional Love: The video concludes by reiterating God's immense and personal love for each of us, as if we were the only one in the world. The crucifix serves as a reminder of Jesus' sacrifice born out of this profound love, even knowing all our sins (4:38). The speaker encourages listeners to ask God directly how much He loves them and to disregard any thoughts that are not loving and beautiful (5:23).









]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18572677 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 369 full false Follow: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Follow: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time The video, "Follow: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time," features Layperson Lisa reflecting on the Gospel reading for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (0:00). She shares a personal anecdote about a challenging decision to leave her full-time job to volunteer at the St. Clair of Assisi Retreat Center, a choice she initially resisted due to fear (0:07-0:49).

Key takeaways from her reflection include:

  • Divine Calling (0:50-1:28): Lisa recounts how a specific Bible passage, "They left their nets and followed him," resonated deeply during adoration, affirming God's call for her to abandon her livelihood and follow Him, much like the apostles Simon, Andrew, John, and James did.
  • Fortitude and Trust (1:42-2:58): The reflection emphasizes the importance of fortitude, the courage to do what God asks, and to rely on Him rather than oneself. Lisa mentions St. Thérèse of Lisieux's "little way" and total abandonment to God, highlighting that God allows things to happen to draw us closer to Him.
  • Discipleship in Action (2:59-4:31): After gathering His apostles, Jesus went out to heal, teach, and preach. Lisa asserts that all believers are called to be disciples, sharing Jesus with others, being a light in the darkness, offering an attentive ear to those in need, teaching about Jesus, and preaching the good news of God's love and the importance of prayer.
  • Strengthening Fortitude (4:32-5:06): The video concludes by encouraging viewers to ask Jesus for a strengthening of their fortitude, a gift received at baptism, to overcome obstacles that prevent them from fully following Him, and to spread His kingdom as teachers, preachers, and healers.









]]> The video, "Follow: A Reflection on the Readings for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time," features Layperson Lisa reflecting on the Gospel reading for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (0:00). She shares a personal anecdote about a challenging decision to leave her full-time job to volunteer at the St. Clair of Assisi Retreat Center, a choice she initially resisted due to fear (0:07-0:49).

Key takeaways from her reflection include:

  • Divine Calling (0:50-1:28): Lisa recounts how a specific Bible passage, "They left their nets and followed him," resonated deeply during adoration, affirming God's call for her to abandon her livelihood and follow Him, much like the apostles Simon, Andrew, John, and James did.
  • Fortitude and Trust (1:42-2:58): The reflection emphasizes the importance of fortitude, the courage to do what God asks, and to rely on Him rather than oneself. Lisa mentions St. Thérèse of Lisieux's "little way" and total abandonment to God, highlighting that God allows things to happen to draw us closer to Him.
  • Discipleship in Action (2:59-4:31): After gathering His apostles, Jesus went out to heal, teach, and preach. Lisa asserts that all believers are called to be disciples, sharing Jesus with others, being a light in the darkness, offering an attentive ear to those in need, teaching about Jesus, and preaching the good news of God's love and the importance of prayer.
  • Strengthening Fortitude (4:32-5:06): The video concludes by encouraging viewers to ask Jesus for a strengthening of their fortitude, a gift received at baptism, to overcome obstacles that prevent them from fully following Him, and to spread His kingdom as teachers, preachers, and healers.









]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-18572661 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 307 full false Reflection on Corpus Christi in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on Corpus Christi in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738696 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 446 full false Reflection on Saint Peter & Paul in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on Saint Peter & Paul in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738690 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 331 full false Reflection on the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738682 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 493 full false Reflection on the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738679 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 350 full false Reflection on the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738675 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 499 full false Reflection on the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738668 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 383 full false Reflection on the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738664 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 321 full false Reflection on the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Reflection on the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17738656 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 566 full false Reflection on Readings from 20th Sunday Cycle C in Ordinary Time by Layperson Lisa Reflection on Readings from 20th Sunday Cycle C in Ordinary Time by Layperson Lisa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-17712908 Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:00:00 -0400 348 full false What Do a Praying Mantis and a Blue Heron Have in Common? What Do a Praying Mantis and a Blue Heron Have in Common? Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15583123 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1459 full false Are you the Bread of Life? Are you the Bread of Life? Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15583118 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1598 full false Spiritual Mentors Program - Relationships Spiritual Mentors Program - Relationships Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15529095 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2927 full false Spiritual Mentors Program - Grief Spiritual Mentors Program - Grief Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15529078 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2783 full false Camino Day 42 - Row Row Row Your Boat Camino Day 42 - Row Row Row Your Boat Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297826 Sat, 20 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 280 full false Camino Norte Day 41 - Madrid Camino Norte Day 41 - Madrid Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297821 Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 661 full false Camino Norte Day 40 - 535 Miles Camino Norte Day 40 - 535 Miles Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297818 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 763 full false Camino Day 39 - Tattoo Camino Day 39 - Tattoo Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297814 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 739 full false Camino Norte Day 38 - What's Up Camino Norte Day 38 - What's Up Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297809 Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 614 full false Camino Norte Day 37 - Shortcuts Camino Norte Day 37 - Shortcuts Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297804 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 763 full false Camino Norte Day 36 - Slate Roofs Camino Norte Day 36 - Slate Roofs Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297799 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 640 full false Camino Norte Day 35 - Be Pentecost Camino Norte Day 35 - Be Pentecost Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297802 Sat, 13 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 689 full false Camino Norte Day 34 - Be Pentecost Camino Norte Day 34 - Be Pentecost Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297795 Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 689 full false Camino Norte Day 33 - By Popular Demand Camino Coleen Camino Norte Day 33 - By Popular Demand Camino Coleen Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297793 Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 692 full false Camino Norte Day 32 - Hills Hills HIlls Camino Norte Day 32 - Hills Hills HIlls Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297788 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 574 full false Camino Norte Day 31 - Boring!!! Camino Norte Day 31 - Boring!!! Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15297781 Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false Camino Norte Day 30 - Surprise Ending! Camino Norte Day 30 - Surprise Ending! 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]]> Buzzsprout-10800462 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 498 full false Camino Norte Day 5 - Living Water Camino Norte Day 5 - Living Water Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15188255 Sat, 08 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 385 full false Defects of Character - 6 Defects of Character - 6 Step 6...

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]]> Buzzsprout-10800447 Sat, 08 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 370 full false Camino Norte Day 4 - A Time to Sow, A Time to Reap Camino Norte Day 4 - A Time to Sow, A Time to Reap Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15188234 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 438 full false Time to Share - 5 Time to Share - 5 We are continuing on with our series - Step 5!

]]> We are continuing on with our series - Step 5!

]]> Buzzsprout-10800434 Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 399 full false Camino Norte Day 3 - 1st Day of Walking Camino Norte Day 3 - 1st Day of Walking Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15188231 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 489 full false Make An Inventory - 4 Make An Inventory - 4 We are continuing with Step 4...

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]]> Buzzsprout-10800416 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 415 full false Camino Norte Day 2 - San Sebastian Camino Norte Day 2 - San Sebastian Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15188230 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 340 full false Make A Decision - 3 Make A Decision - 3 In this episode, we talk about step 3 of the process

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]]> Buzzsprout-10800401 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 340 full false Camino Norte Day 1 - The Journey Begins Camino Norte Day 1 - The Journey Begins Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-15188226 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 144 full false God Can Restore Us - 2 God Can Restore Us - 2 In this episode, we talk about Step 2 in the addiction process

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]]> Buzzsprout-10800384 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 304 full false POWERLESS - 1 POWERLESS - 1 In this episode, we talk about the first 12 in overcoming an addiction.  This series is also for our students in the Spiritual Mentors Program

]]> In this episode, we talk about the first 12 in overcoming an addiction.  This series is also for our students in the Spiritual Mentors Program

]]> Buzzsprout-10800359 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 275 full false Catholic Social Teaching Days 1-30 Catholic Social Teaching Days 1-30 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14642055 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0500 4450 full false Catholic Social Teaching Day 1 Catholic Social Teaching Day 1 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460365 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 561 full false Be Healed Day 29 Be Healed Day 29 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460123 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 357 full false Be Healed Day 28 Be Healed Day 28 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460107 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 322 full false Be Healed Day 27 Be Healed Day 27 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460101 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 677 full false Be Healed Day 26 Be Healed Day 26 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460095 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Be Healed Day 25 Be Healed Day 25 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460094 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 386 full false Be Healed Day 24 Be Healed Day 24 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460090 Sat, 24 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 386 full false Be Healed Day 23 Be Healed Day 23 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460085 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 429 full false Be Healed Day 22 Be Healed Day 22 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460083 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 338 full false Be Healed Day 21 Be Healed Day 21 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460081 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 311 full false Be Healed Day 20 Be Healed Day 20 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460079 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 465 full false Be Healed Day 19 Be Healed Day 19 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460077 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 271 full false Be Healed Day 18 Be Healed Day 18 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460071 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 296 full false Be Healed Day 17 Be Healed Day 17 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459917 Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 326 full false Be Healed Day 16 Be Healed Day 16 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459915 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Be Healed Day 15 Be Healed Day 15 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459910 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 285 full false Be Healed Day 14 Be Healed Day 14 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459907 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 261 full false Be Healed Day 13 Be Healed Day 13 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459902 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 472 full false Be Healed Day 12 Be Healed Day 12 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459896 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 349 full false Be Healed Day 11 Be Healed Day 11 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459884 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Be Healed Day 10 Be Healed Day 10 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459876 Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 337 full false Be Healed Day 9 Be Healed Day 9 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459872 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 323 full false Be Healed Day 8 Be Healed Day 8 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14459867 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 363 full false Be Healed Day 29 Be Healed Day 29 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14460116 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 357 full false Be Healed Day 7 Be Healed Day 7 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368619 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 303 full false Be Healed Day 6 Be Healed Day 6 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368618 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 359 full false Be Healed Day 5 Be Healed Day 5 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368617 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 338 full false Be Healed 04 Be Healed 04 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368613 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 409 full false Be Healed Day 3 Be Healed Day 3 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368609 Sat, 03 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 429 full false Be Healed Day 2 Be Healed Day 2 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368605 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 280 full false Be Healed Day 1 Be Healed Day 1 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368602 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 331 full false Identity Day 29 Identity Day 29 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368551 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 199 full false Identity Day 28 Identity Day 28 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368549 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 277 full false Identity Day 27 Identity Day 27 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368545 Sat, 27 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 196 full false Identity Day 26 Identity Day 26 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368494 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 295 full false Identity Day 25 Identity Day 25 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14368490 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 384 full false Identity Day 24 Identity Day 24 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14309590 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 327 full false Identity Day 23 Identity Day 23 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14309586 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 327 full false Identity Day 22 Identity Day 22 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14309585 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 327 full false Identity Day 21 Identity Day 21 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300941 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 243 full false Identity Day 20 Identity Day 20 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300926 Sat, 20 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 243 full false Identity Day 19 Identity Day 19 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300873 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 18 Identity Day 18 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300871 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 17 Identity Day 17 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300867 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 16 Identity Day 16 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300777 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 15 Identity Day 15 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300774 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 14 Identity Day 14 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300771 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Identity Day 13 Identity Day 13 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14300765 Sat, 13 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 282 full false Identity Day 12 Identity Day 12 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14297307 Fri, 12 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 282 full false Identity Day 11 Identity Day 11 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223583 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 281 full false Identity Day 10 Identity Day 10 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223597 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 347 full false Identity Day 9 Identity Day 9 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223574 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 272 full false Identity Day 8 Identity Day 8 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223588 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 325 full false Identity Day 7 Identity Day 7 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223550 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 377 full false Identity Day 6 Identity Day 6 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223507 Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 389 full false Identity Day 5 Identity Day 5 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223531 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 424 full false Identity Day 4 Identity Day 4 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223492 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 363 full false Identity Day 3 Identity Day 3 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223485 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 338 full false Identity Day 2 Identity Day 2 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223482 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 376 full false Identity Day 1 Identity Day 1 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14223477 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 369 full false Silence in a Year Day 365 The End Silence in a Year Day 365 The End Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037725 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 361 full false Prayer Day 31-CCC Part 4 Prayer Day 31-CCC Part 4 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14014909 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 344 full false Silence in a Year Day 364 Person Departing Silence in a Year Day 364 Person Departing Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037722 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Prayer Day 30-CCC Part 3 Prayer Day 30-CCC Part 3 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14014905 Sat, 30 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 329 full false Silence in a Year Day 363 Mary's Silence Silence in a Year Day 363 Mary's Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037720 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 292 full false Prayer Day 29-CCC Part 2 Prayer Day 29-CCC Part 2 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14014898 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 292 full false Silence in a Year Day 362 Human Dough Silence in a Year Day 362 Human Dough Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037713 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 300 full false Prayer Day 28 CCC–Part 4–Christian Prayer Part 1 Prayer Day 28 CCC–Part 4–Christian Prayer Part 1 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013978 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 368 full false Silence in a Year Day 361 Kolbe Silence in a Year Day 361 Kolbe Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037697 Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 356 full false Prayer Day 27 Scripture Prayer Day 27 Scripture Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013969 Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 348 full false Silence in a Year Day 360 Portal of Death Silence in a Year Day 360 Portal of Death Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037681 Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 300 full false Prayer Day 26 Wisdom from the Saints Prayer Day 26 Wisdom from the Saints Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013950 Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 425 full false Silence in a Year Day 359 Simple and Serene Silence in a Year Day 359 Simple and Serene Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037674 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Prayer Day 25 How God Communicates Prayer Day 25 How God Communicates Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013938 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 336 full false Silence in a Year Day 358 Calvary Silence in a Year Day 358 Calvary Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037670 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Prayer Day 24 Efficacious Prayer Prayer Day 24 Efficacious Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013929 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 152 full false Silence in a Year Day 357 Rebel Against Death Silence in a Year Day 357 Rebel Against Death Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037666 Sat, 23 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 299 full false Prayer Day 23 Extemporaneous Prayer Prayer Day 23 Extemporaneous Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013916 Sat, 23 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 364 full false Silence in a Year Day 356 Life Has Changed Not Ended Silence in a Year Day 356 Life Has Changed Not Ended Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037659 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 294 full false Prayer Day 22 The Examen Prayer Day 22 The Examen Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013912 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 252 full false Prayer Day 21 The Mass: The Perfect Prayer Prayer Day 21 The Mass: The Perfect Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013877 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 227 full false Silencer in a Year Day 355 Work It Out Silencer in a Year Day 355 Work It Out Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037656 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 302 full false Silence in a Year Day 354 Makes Present Silence in a Year Day 354 Makes Present Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037647 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 286 full false Prayer Day 20 Be Scrappy Prayer Day 20 Be Scrappy Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013864 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 244 full false Silencer in a Year Day 353 Grannie Reaves Silencer in a Year Day 353 Grannie Reaves Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037642 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 281 full false Prayer Day 19 Experiencing God in Prayer Prayer Day 19 Experiencing God in Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013793 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 193 full false Silence in a Year Day 352 Funerals Silence in a Year Day 352 Funerals Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037638 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 322 full false Prayer Day 18 Winning the Battle of Prayer Episode 2 Prayer Day 18 Winning the Battle of Prayer Episode 2 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013785 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 248 full false Prayer Day 18 Winning the Battle of Prayer Episode 1 Prayer Day 18 Winning the Battle of Prayer Episode 1 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013760 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 286 full false Silence in a Year Day 351 Traumatized by Death Silence in a Year Day 351 Traumatized by Death Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037634 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 282 full false Prayer Day 17 Resolving–authentic encounter. Part Two Prayer Day 17 Resolving–authentic encounter. Part Two Part Two of Two

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]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013711 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 277 full false Day 17 Prayer Resolving–authentic encounter. Part One Day 17 Prayer Resolving–authentic encounter. Part One Part one of two

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]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013706 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 308 full false Silence in a Year Day 350 Death Silence in a Year Day 350 Death Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037627 Sat, 16 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Prayer Day 16 Resting–tastes Prayer Day 16 Resting–tastes Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013698 Sat, 16 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 333 full false Silence in a Year Day 349 Anticipating Eternity Silence in a Year Day 349 Anticipating Eternity Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037615 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 276 full false Prayer Day 15 Responding–engages Prayer Day 15 Responding–engages Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013687 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 296 full false Silence in a Year Day 348 Abandon Yourself Silence in a Year Day 348 Abandon Yourself Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037607 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 299 full false Prayer Day 14 Reflecting–finds Prayer Day 14 Reflecting–finds Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013680 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 230 full false Silence in a Year Day 347 Comfort Silence in a Year Day 347 Comfort Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037602 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 313 full false Prayer Day 13 Reading–seeks Prayer Day 13 Reading–seeks Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013666 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 340 full false Silence in a Year Day 346 Better Life Silence in a Year Day 346 Better Life Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037560 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 278 full false Prayer Day 12 Making a Solemn Commitment to God Prayer Day 12 Making a Solemn Commitment to God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013663 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 277 full false SIY Day 345 The Path of Love SIY Day 345 The Path of Love Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14026042 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0500 213 full false Prayer Day 11 Distractions Prayer Day 11 Distractions Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013600 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 288 full false Silence in a Year Day 344 Brother Vincent Marie Silence in a Year Day 344 Brother Vincent Marie Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037553 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 300 full false Prayer Day 10 Essential Elements for Progress in Prayer Prayer Day 10 Essential Elements for Progress in Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013594 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 390 full false SIY Day 343 The Road to Eternity SIY Day 343 The Road to Eternity Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14026050 Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 260 full false Prayer Day 9 Sacred Prayer Day 9 Sacred Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013574 Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 260 full false Silence in a Year Day 342 Breathe God In Silence in a Year Day 342 Breathe God In Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037544 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 293 full false Prayer Day 8 Discovery Prayer Prayer Day 8 Discovery Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013532 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 178 full false SIY Day 341 The One You Love SIY Day 341 The One You Love Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14025104 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 323 full false Prayer Day7-What is Prayer? Prayer Day7-What is Prayer? Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013525 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 283 full false Silence in a Year Day 340 Sterile Despair Silence in a Year Day 340 Sterile Despair Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037534 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Prayer Day 6 Thirst and Drink Prayer Day 6 Thirst and Drink Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013334 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 340 full false SIY Day 339 I shall see God SIY Day 339 I shall see God Don't let the audio fool you, it is day 339!  Sorry for the error!

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]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14025099 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 235 full false Day 5 Prayer Your Desire for God, God’s Desire for you Day 5 Prayer Your Desire for God, God’s Desire for you Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013321 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 374 full false Silence in a Year Day 338 Psalm 39 Silence in a Year Day 338 Psalm 39 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037525 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 331 full false Day 4 Prayer Jesus as Role Model Day 4 Prayer Jesus as Role Model Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013307 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 314 full false SIY Day 337 Deeper SIY Day 337 Deeper Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14025082 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 323 full false Day 3 Prayer The Difference Day 3 Prayer The Difference Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013300 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 304 full false Silence in a Year Day 336 Modern Existence Silence in a Year Day 336 Modern Existence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037514 Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 311 full false Day 2 Prayer Introduction Day 2 Prayer Introduction Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14013286 Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 334 full false SIY Day 335 Media SIY Day 335 Media Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14020483 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 279 full false Day 1 Prayer: Forward Day 1 Prayer: Forward Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14012915 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 293 full false Silence in a Year Day 334 Restless Silence in a Year Day 334 Restless Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037508 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 296 full false SIY Day 333 Empty Noise SIY Day 333 Empty Noise Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14020518 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 202 full false Silence in a Year Day 332 Crushing Silence in a Year Day 332 Crushing Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037502 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 308 full false SIY Day 331 Holy Detachment SIY Day 331 Holy Detachment Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14020493 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 157 full false Silence n a Year Day 330 Give Back Silence n a Year Day 330 Give Back Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037491 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:00:00 -0500 310 full false Silence in a Year Day 328 Back To Identity Silence in a Year Day 328 Back To Identity Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14037478 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:00:00 -0500 304 full false SIY Day 329 King Money SIY Day 329 King Money Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14020508 Sat, 25 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 254 full false Silence in a Year Day 327 Mother Theresa Silence in a Year Day 327 Mother Theresa Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14014882 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 294 full false Silence in a Year Day 326 Poverty Silence in a Year Day 326 Poverty Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-14014878 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 294 full false SIY Day 325 Battle SIY Day 325 Battle Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966834 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 172 full false SIY Day 324 The Gaze of Jesus SIY Day 324 The Gaze of Jesus Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966824 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 318 full false SIY Day 323 The One SIY Day 323 The One Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966817 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 313 full false SIY Day 322 Restless SIY Day 322 Restless Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966812 Sat, 18 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 288 full false SIY Day 321 Poverty SIY Day 321 Poverty Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966789 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 380 full false SIY Day 320 Silence is Victorious SIY Day 320 Silence is Victorious Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966798 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 313 full false SIY 319 Power of Prayer SIY 319 Power of Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966449 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:00:00 -0500 252 full false SIY Day 318 Silence and Kindness SIY Day 318 Silence and Kindness Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966417 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 307 full false SIY Day 317 Two Kinds of Horror SIY Day 317 Two Kinds of Horror Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13966386 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:00:00 -0500 307 full false Silence in a Year Day 316 OT Power of Prayer Silence in a Year Day 316 OT Power of Prayer Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13929571 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Silence in a Year Day 315 Psalm 22 Silence in a Year Day 315 Psalm 22 Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13929569 Sat, 11 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 310 full false Silence in a Year Day 314 Forgiveness Silence in a Year Day 314 Forgiveness Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13929566 Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Silence in a Year Day 313 Like a 3 Year Old Child Silence in a Year Day 313 Like a 3 Year Old Child Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13929562 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 296 full false Silence in a Year Day 312 Gossip & Slander Silence in a Year Day 312 Gossip & Slander Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13929559 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 314 full false Silence in a Year Day 311 What Fruit are You Producing? Silence in a Year Day 311 What Fruit are You Producing? Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13906443 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 293 full false Silence in a Year Day 310 War is Unacceptable Silence in a Year Day 310 War is Unacceptable Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13906438 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 348 full false Silence in a Year Day 309 Look at Oneself Silence in a Year Day 309 Look at Oneself Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13906435 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 307 full false Silence in a Year Day 308 Field Hospital Silence in a Year Day 308 Field Hospital Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13906434 Sat, 04 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0400 310 full false Silence in a Year Day 307 Pit of Darkness Silence in a Year Day 307 Pit of Darkness Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13906431 Sat, 04 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0400 308 full false Silence in a Year Day 306 Poverty Silence in a Year Day 306 Poverty Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13891686 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 393 full false Silence in a Year Day 305 Believe in the Gospel Silence in a Year Day 305 Believe in the Gospel Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13885784 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 309 full false SIY Day 304 Drawing Souls to God SIY Day 304 Drawing Souls to God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13861381 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 288 full false SIY Day 303 Field Hospital SIY Day 303 Field Hospital Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13861374 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 221 full false SIY Day 302 Human Battles SIY Day 302 Human Battles Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13861345 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 182 full false SIY Day 301 Die on this Hill SIY Day 301 Die on this Hill Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13861362 Sat, 28 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 341 full false Silence in a Year Day 300 Subterfuge Silence in a Year Day 300 Subterfuge Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817961 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 293 full false Silence in a Year Day 299 Heaven's Patience Silence in a Year Day 299 Heaven's Patience Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817960 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 445 full false Silence in a Year Day 298 Useless Plants Silence in a Year Day 298 Useless Plants Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817958 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 262 full false Silence in a Year Day 297 Genuine Action Silence in a Year Day 297 Genuine Action Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817954 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 312 full false Silence in a Year Day 296 God's Eye Silence in a Year Day 296 God's Eye Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817952 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 393 full false Silence in a Year Day 295 Impossible to Compromise Silence in a Year Day 295 Impossible to Compromise Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817950 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 311 full false Silence in a Year Day 294 Rooted in God Silence in a Year Day 294 Rooted in God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817947 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 318 full false Silence in a Year Day 293 Man Wants to do it on His Own Silence in a Year Day 293 Man Wants to do it on His Own Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817944 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:00:00 -0400 281 full false Silence in a Year Day 292 - Combat Against Injustice Silence in a Year Day 292 - Combat Against Injustice Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817941 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:00:00 -0400 260 full false Silence in a Year Day 291 Fashioning Hearts Silence in a Year Day 291 Fashioning Hearts Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13817939 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:00:00 -0400 269 full false Silence in a Year Day 290 Control Silence in a Year Day 290 Control Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13777713 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 266 full false Silence in a Year Day 289 Silence is Not a Form of Passivity Silence in a Year Day 289 Silence is Not a Form of Passivity Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13777708 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 254 full false Silence in a Year Day 288 - Prayer is the Fragrance of Incense Silence in a Year Day 288 - Prayer is the Fragrance of Incense Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13777706 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 305 full false Silence in a Year Day 287 - Man Must Be Silence in a Year Day 287 - Man Must Be Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13732306 Sat, 14 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 347 full false Silence in a Year Day 286 - Grandeur Lines in Humility Silence in a Year Day 286 - Grandeur Lines in Humility Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13732303 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 344 full false Silence in a Year Day 285 - He Will Never Let You Go Silence in a Year Day 285 - He Will Never Let You Go Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13732297 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 330 full false Silence in a Year Day 284 - God Does Not Will Evil Silence in a Year Day 284 - God Does Not Will Evil Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13732292 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 350 full false Silence in a Year Day 283 - Expression of Immense Love Silence in a Year Day 283 - Expression of Immense Love Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13726238 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 393 full false Silence in a Year Day 282 - Great Interior Strength Silence in a Year Day 282 - Great Interior Strength Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13726223 Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 355 full false Silence in a Year Day 281 - Clad in the Armor Silence in a Year Day 281 - Clad in the Armor Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13726221 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 349 full false Silence in a Year Day 280 - Resistance and Combat Silence in a Year Day 280 - Resistance and Combat Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13726214 Sat, 07 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400 347 full false Silence in a Year Day 279 - Horrors Perpetrated by Man Silence in a Year Day 279 - Horrors Perpetrated by Man Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13726204 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 311 full false Silence in a Year Day 278 For the Sake of the Church Silence in a Year Day 278 For the Sake of the Church Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13696024 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 314 full false Silence in a Year Day 277 God Can Be Touched Silence in a Year Day 277 God Can Be Touched Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13696017 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 364 full false Silence in a Year Day 276 God Does Not Will Evil Silence in a Year Day 276 God Does Not Will Evil Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13696012 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 467 full false Silence in a year Day 275 No One But God Silence in a year Day 275 No One But God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13696009 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 450 full false Silence in a Year Day 274 Gigantic Force Silence in a Year Day 274 Gigantic Force Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13682881 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 476 full false Silence in a Year Day 273 Immensity of the Heavens Silence in a Year Day 273 Immensity of the Heavens Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13682872 Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 501 full false Silence in a Year Day 272 Evil Has No Reason Silence in a Year Day 272 Evil Has No Reason Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13682866 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 568 full false Silence in a Year Day 271 Positive Attitude Silence in a Year Day 271 Positive Attitude Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565491 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 398 full false Silence in a Year Day 270 Privileged Moment Silence in a Year Day 270 Privileged Moment Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565485 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false Silence in a Year Day 269 Absence of Disorder Affections Silence in a Year Day 269 Absence of Disorder Affections Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565477 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 526 full false Silence in a Year Day 268 Controlling the Tongue Silence in a Year Day 268 Controlling the Tongue Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565466 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 451 full false Silence in a Year Day 267 Cell Phones Silence in a Year Day 267 Cell Phones Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565380 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 581 full false Silence in a Year Day 266 Meaning of the Offertory Silence in a Year Day 266 Meaning of the Offertory Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565374 Sat, 23 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 495 full false Silence in a Year Day 265 Silence Animates Speech Silence in a Year Day 265 Silence Animates Speech Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565354 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 396 full false Silence in a Year Day 264 Adoration of God Silence in a Year Day 264 Adoration of God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565349 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 531 full false Silence in a Year Day 263 Truly Deep Silence in a Year Day 263 Truly Deep Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565337 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 396 full false Silence in a Year Day 262 Grasped by the Heart Silence in a Year Day 262 Grasped by the Heart Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565320 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 494 full false Silence in a Year Day 261 Praiseworthy Practice Silence in a Year Day 261 Praiseworthy Practice Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565315 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 492 full false Silence in a Year Day 260 In the West Silence in a Year Day 260 In the West Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565309 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 496 full false Silence in a Year Day 259 Divine Liturgy Silence in a Year Day 259 Divine Liturgy Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565293 Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 423 full false Silence in a Year Day 258 Prayers is a Conversation Silence in a Year Day 258 Prayers is a Conversation Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565286 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 463 full false Silence in a Year Day 257 Fraternal Communion Silence in a Year Day 257 Fraternal Communion Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565277 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 588 full false Silence in a Year Day 256 Community's Celebration of Itself Silence in a Year Day 256 Community's Celebration of Itself Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565254 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 403 full false Silence in a Year Day 255 Word That Comes to Us Silence in a Year Day 255 Word That Comes to Us Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13565239 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 406 full false Silence in a Year Day 254 - Rising of the Son Silence in a Year Day 254 - Rising of the Son Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514685 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 422 full false Silence in a Year Day 253 - A Pure Victim Silence in a Year Day 253 - A Pure Victim Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514682 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 483 full false Silence in a Year Day 252 - Taking Place Silence in a Year Day 252 - Taking Place Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514681 Sat, 09 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 343 full false Silence in a Year Day 251 - Out of Love Silence in a Year Day 251 - Out of Love Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514678 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 378 full false Silence in a Year Day 250 - Attitude of the Soul Silence in a Year Day 250 - Attitude of the Soul Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514674 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false Silence in a Year Day 249 - Love that Reconciles Silence in a Year Day 249 - Love that Reconciles Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514672 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 394 full false Silence in a Year Day 248 - Soul to Breathe Silence in a Year Day 248 - Soul to Breathe Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514668 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 449 full false Silence in a Year Day 247 - Woven of Silence Silence in a Year Day 247 - Woven of Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514664 Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 490 full false Silence in the Year Day 246 - Incomprehensible Silence in the Year Day 246 - Incomprehensible Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13514660 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false SIY 245 Instruction from his mouth echo SIY 245 Instruction from his mouth echo Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446099 Sat, 02 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 442 full false SIY 244 He is the All exegetes SIY 244 He is the All exegetes Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446095 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false SIY 243 Howl with the Wolves inebriated SIY 243 Howl with the Wolves inebriated Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446090 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 521 full false SIY 242 Sub missa Acoustic SIY 242 Sub missa Acoustic Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446087 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 503 full false SIY 241 Rediscover Silence Exhausted SIY 241 Rediscover Silence Exhausted Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446081 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 423 full false SIY 240 Deprived of Mystery banality SIY 240 Deprived of Mystery banality Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446078 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false SIY 239 Exceed All Beauty Mysticism SIY 239 Exceed All Beauty Mysticism Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446073 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false SIY 238 Preached by His Silence United SIY 238 Preached by His Silence United Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446071 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 501 full false SIY 237 We want to see Jesus! Invocation SIY 237 We want to see Jesus! Invocation Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446068 Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 550 full false SIY 236 Fear Veneration and Reverence Approach SIY 236 Fear Veneration and Reverence Approach Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446063 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 576 full false SIY 235 Access to God Egalitarian SIY 235 Access to God Egalitarian Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13446051 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 485 full false Silence in a Year Day 234 Abandonement and Trust gesture Silence in a Year Day 234 Abandonement and Trust gesture Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384373 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 524 full false Silence in a Year Day 233 Fear and Trembling Worthy Silence in a Year Day 233 Fear and Trembling Worthy Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13385042 Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 537 full false Silence in a Year Day 232 Entrance into the Spiritual Life Yoke Silence in a Year Day 232 Entrance into the Spiritual Life Yoke Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13385057 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 491 full false Silence in a Year day 231 He takes the initiative exalt Silence in a Year day 231 He takes the initiative exalt Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13385011 Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 601 full false Silence in a Year Day 230 Leaving the Profane World Silence in a Year Day 230 Leaving the Profane World Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384929 Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 583 full false Silence in a Year Day 229 Him Who is Adored Believers Silence in a Year Day 229 Him Who is Adored Believers Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384718 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 544 full false Silence in a Year Day 228 Listen to Me in Silence Silence in a Year Day 228 Listen to Me in Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384701 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 557 full false Silence in a Year Day 227 Divine Majesty Kadosh Silence in a Year Day 227 Divine Majesty Kadosh Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384673 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 517 full false Silence in a Year Day 226 Friendship with God Radical Silence in a Year Day 226 Friendship with God Radical Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384637 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 536 full false Silence in a Year Day 225 Spoiled Children Self importance Silence in a Year Day 225 Spoiled Children Self importance Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384615 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 560 full false Silence in a Year Day 224 Precious Treasures Transcedence Silence in a Year Day 224 Precious Treasures Transcedence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384415 Sat, 12 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 460 full false Silence in a Year Day 223 Secularized Mentality Pride Silence in a Year Day 223 Secularized Mentality Pride Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13384399 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 282 full false Silence in a Year Day 222 She lived in Silence Eloquence Silence in a Year Day 222 She lived in Silence Eloquence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281953 Thu, 10 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 428 full false Silence in a Year Day 221 Strong Woman Motto Silence in a Year Day 221 Strong Woman Motto Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281946 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 355 full false Silence in a Year Day 220 Contemplative Spirit Example Silence in a Year Day 220 Contemplative Spirit Example Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281943 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 543 full false Silence in a Year Day 219 Remain Faithful for Eternity fiat Silence in a Year Day 219 Remain Faithful for Eternity fiat Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281926 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 525 full false Silence in a Year Day 218 Remain Faithful for Eternity obedience Silence in a Year Day 218 Remain Faithful for Eternity obedience Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281918 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 408 full false Silence in a Year Day 217 Entirely Absorbed Hides Silence in a Year Day 217 Entirely Absorbed Hides Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13346722 Sat, 05 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 350 full false Silence in a Year Day 216 Dwelling of God Destiny Silence in a Year Day 216 Dwelling of God Destiny Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281903 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 488 full false Silence in a Year Day 215 Rejecting the Truth blasphemy Silence in a Year Day 215 Rejecting the Truth blasphemy Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281899 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 416 full false Silence in a Year Day 214 Walking Toward the Truth docile Silence in a Year Day 214 Walking Toward the Truth docile Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281896 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 451 full false Silence in a Year Day 213 Attentive to the Holy Spirit vivified Silence in a Year Day 213 Attentive to the Holy Spirit vivified Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281888 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 407 full false Silence in a Year Day 212 Free as the Wind regenerating Silence in a Year Day 212 Free as the Wind regenerating Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281885 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 383 full false Silence in a Year Day 211 The Multitude Came Together Reawaken Silence in a Year Day 211 The Multitude Came Together Reawaken Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281844 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 438 full false Silence in a Year Day 210 Christ's Prayer Depths Silence in a Year Day 210 Christ's Prayer Depths Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13254017 Sat, 29 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 510 full false Silence in a Year Day 209 Silence of Nazareth Study Silence in a Year Day 209 Silence of Nazareth Study Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253989 Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 533 full false Silence in a Year Day 208 Evil, Vice and Death Storms Silence in a Year Day 208 Evil, Vice and Death Storms Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13254012 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 486 full false Silence in a Year Day 207 Concealment of God Void Silence in a Year Day 207 Concealment of God Void Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253986 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 508 full false Silence in a Year Day 206 Shouting and Excitement Rejection Silence in a Year Day 206 Shouting and Excitement Rejection Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253982 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 514 full false Silence in a Year Day 205 Nobody Can Understand Him Abandoned Silence in a Year Day 205 Nobody Can Understand Him Abandoned Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253973 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 480 full false Silence in a Year Day 204 Follow Me Serves Silence in a Year Day 204 Follow Me Serves Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253969 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 512 full false Silence in a Year Day 203 Rise to Life Victorious Silence in a Year Day 203 Rise to Life Victorious Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253956 Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 435 full false Silence in a Year Day 202 Silence of His Death Anguish Silence in a Year Day 202 Silence of His Death Anguish Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13253949 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 421 full false Silence in a Year Day 201 Love is Not Expressed in Words Silence in a Year Day 201 Love is Not Expressed in Words Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13241399 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 449 full false Silence in a Year Day 200 Nocturnal Silence Silence in a Year Day 200 Nocturnal Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13241392 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 454 full false Silence in a Year Day 199 Reserves of Silence Silence in a Year Day 199 Reserves of Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13241388 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 412 full false Silence in a Year Day 198 Blood of the Martyrs Silence in a Year Day 198 Blood of the Martyrs Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13229665 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 450 full false Silence in a Year Day 197 Not of This World Silence in a Year Day 197 Not of This World Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13229662 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 471 full false Silence in a Year Day 196 Silence is Inhabited by the Silent Speech of God Silence in a Year Day 196 Silence is Inhabited by the Silent Speech of God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13214287 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 450 full false Silence in a Year Day 195 Enter the Unfathomable Silence in a Year Day 195 Enter the Unfathomable Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13214284 Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 462 full false Silence in a Year Day 194 - The Silence of the Father is the Silence of the Son Silence in a Year Day 194 - The Silence of the Father is the Silence of the Son Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13214278 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 447 full false Silence in Year Day 193 Inseparably United to the Father Silence in Year Day 193 Inseparably United to the Father Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13190563 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 462 full false Silence in a Year Day 192 A Small Anticipation of the Eternal Silence Silence in a Year Day 192 A Small Anticipation of the Eternal Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13190485 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 622 full false Silence in a Year Day 191 Vision of God Silence in a Year Day 191 Vision of God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13190522 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 506 full false Silence in a Year Day 190 The Spirit Himself Intercedes for Us Silence in a Year Day 190 The Spirit Himself Intercedes for Us Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13186538 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 425 full false Silence in a Year Day 220 Contemplative Spirit Example Silence in a Year Day 220 Contemplative Spirit Example Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13281931 Sat, 08 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 543 full false Silence in a Year Day 189 Totally Possessed by God Silence in a Year Day 189 Totally Possessed by God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13182686 Sat, 08 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 494 full false Silence in a Year Day 188 Aestheticism of Silence Silence in a Year Day 188 Aestheticism of Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126369 Fri, 07 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 365 full false Silence in a Year Day 187 Charred by God's Silence Silence in a Year Day 187 Charred by God's Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126360 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 423 full false SMP Intro to Evangelical Catholic SMP Intro to Evangelical Catholic This episode is specifically for people from the spiritual mentors program being invited to join a new 12 week program called Reach More. If you are interested, it is okay that you have not been through the mentor program. Just reach out to Deacon Dave for more information.

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]]> Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13168695 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:00:00 -0400 396 full false Silence in a Year Day 186 Beauty of Christ Silence in a Year Day 186 Beauty of Christ Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126353 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 446 full false Silence in a Year Day 185 Profoundly and Personally Silence in a Year Day 185 Profoundly and Personally Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126349 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 421 full false Silence in a Year Day 184 Joy in the Holy Spirit Silence in a Year Day 184 Joy in the Holy Spirit Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126348 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 388 full false Silence in a Year Day 183 Turn to God in Order to Survive Silence in a Year Day 183 Turn to God in Order to Survive Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126338 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 338 full false Silence in a Year Day 182 The City of the Mind Silence in a Year Day 182 The City of the Mind Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126328 Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 475 full false Silence in a Year Day 181 Roped to Others Silence in a Year Day 181 Roped to Others Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126316 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 518 full false Silence in a Year Day 180 Paths of Light Silence in a Year Day 180 Paths of Light Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13126307 Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 418 full false Silence in a Year Day 179 Silence in Heaven Silence in a Year Day 179 Silence in Heaven Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13121229 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 330 full false Silence in a Year Day 178 Believe in God's Love Silence in a Year Day 178 Believe in God's Love Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057644 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 566 full false Silence in a Year Day 177 Heaven is the Heart of God Silence in a Year Day 177 Heaven is the Heart of God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057637 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 483 full false Silence in a Year Day 176 Speech Does Not Exists Silence in a Year Day 176 Speech Does Not Exists Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057566 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 470 full false Silence in A Year Day 175 Without Expecting Anything in Return Silence in A Year Day 175 Without Expecting Anything in Return Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057558 Sat, 24 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 374 full false Silence in a Year Day 174 The Meaning of God's Silence Silence in a Year Day 174 The Meaning of God's Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057550 Fri, 23 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 365 full false Silence in a Year Day 173 As Close as Possible Silence in a Year Day 173 As Close as Possible Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057545 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 570 full false Silence in a Year Day 172 External Manifestations Silence in a Year Day 172 External Manifestations Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057328 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 446 full false Silence in a Year Day 171 Tears Shed Silence in a Year Day 171 Tears Shed Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057300 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 401 full false Silence in a Year Day 170 Opens the Heart Silence in a Year Day 170 Opens the Heart Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057286 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 469 full false Silence in a Year Day 169 Love That Has No Limit Silence in a Year Day 169 Love That Has No Limit Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13057278 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 423 full false Silence in a Year Day 168 Renunciation of Power Silence in a Year Day 168 Renunciation of Power Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000106 Sat, 17 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 585 full false Silence in a Year Day 167God Hears Silence in a Year Day 167God Hears Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000136 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 425 full false Holy Land 20 Tel Aviv Sun Sets on Holy Land 2023 Trip Holy Land 20 Tel Aviv Sun Sets on Holy Land 2023 Trip Buzzsprout-12811049 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 383 full false Silence in a Year Day 166 Interpretation of God's Silence Silence in a Year Day 166 Interpretation of God's Silence Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000097 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 513 full false Holy Land 19 Jaffa Swallowed by the Whale Holy Land 19 Jaffa Swallowed by the Whale Buzzsprout-12811047 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 407 full false Silence in a Year Day 165 Seek to be with God Silence in a Year Day 165 Seek to be with God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000069 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Holy Land 18 Ark of the Covenant Old & New Holy Land 18 Ark of the Covenant Old & New Buzzsprout-12811044 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 346 full false Silence in a Year Day 164 Capable of Singing the Praise of God Silence in a Year Day 164 Capable of Singing the Praise of God Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000045 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 481 full false Holy Land 17 Garden of Gethsemane Deep Prayer Holy Land 17 Garden of Gethsemane Deep Prayer Buzzsprout-12811039 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 450 full false Silence in a Year Day 163 God Has Sealed My Heart in His Heart Silence in a Year Day 163 God Has Sealed My Heart in His Heart Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000043 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 419 full false Holy Land 16 Church of Emmaus Lack of Faith Holy Land 16 Church of Emmaus Lack of Faith Buzzsprout-12811035 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 399 full false Silence in a Year Day 162 Secret Language Silence in a Year Day 162 Secret Language Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-13000035 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false Holy Land 15 Tattoos Yes We Did! Holy Land 15 Tattoos Yes We Did! Buzzsprout-12811030 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 234 full false Silence in a Year Day 161 God is Our Joy Silence in a Year Day 161 God is Our Joy Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-12999754 Sat, 10 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 420 full false Holy Land 14 The Dead Sea Salt & Minerals Holy Land 14 The Dead Sea Salt & Minerals Buzzsprout-12811024 Sat, 10 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 262 full false Silence in a Year Day 160 Communication Other Than By Words Silence in a Year Day 160 Communication Other Than By Words Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-12999751 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 440 full false Holy Land 12 Caiaphas House The Cistern Holy Land 12 Caiaphas House The Cistern Buzzsprout-12811013 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 375 full false Silence in a Year Day 159 Not a Human Word Silence in a Year Day 159 Not a Human Word Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-12999747 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 406 full false Holy Land 11 The Upper Room Holy Land 11 The Upper Room Buzzsprout-12811003 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 334 full false Silence in a Year Day 158 God's Words Cannot Be Heard Silence in a Year Day 158 God's Words Cannot Be Heard Buzzsprout-12922396 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 461 full false Holy Land 10 Pool of Bethseda Holy Land 10 Pool of Bethseda Buzzsprout-12811000 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 415 full false Silence in a Year Day 157 Simple Reflection Silence in a Year Day 157 Simple Reflection Buzzsprout-12922392 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 497 full false Holy Land 9 The Southern Wall - No Climbing Please Holy Land 9 The Southern Wall - No Climbing Please Buzzsprout-12810994 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 245 full false Silence in a Year Day 156 Glory of Silence Silence in a Year Day 156 Glory of Silence Buzzsprout-12922390 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 655 full false Holy Land 8 The Way of The Cross Holy Land 8 The Way of The Cross Buzzsprout-12810991 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 359 full false Silence in a Year Day 155 Parasitical Noise Silence in a Year Day 155 Parasitical Noise Buzzsprout-12922384 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 440 full false Silence in a Year Day 154 Watching the Horizon Silence in a Year Day 154 Watching the Horizon Buzzsprout-12922383 Sat, 03 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 478 full false Silence in a Year Day 153 Noise That We Drag Behind Silence in a Year Day 153 Noise That We Drag Behind Buzzsprout-12922380 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 443 full false Silence in a Year Day 152 Rushing River Silence in a Year Day 152 Rushing River Buzzsprout-12922366 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 451 full false Silence in a Year Day 151 Invasive Noise Silence in a Year Day 151 Invasive Noise Buzzsprout-12922361 Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 477 full false Silence in a Year Day 150 Enemies of Peace Silence in a Year Day 150 Enemies of Peace Buzzsprout-12922353 Tue, 30 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 351 full false Silence in a Year Day 149 Interior Castle Silence in a Year Day 149 Interior Castle Buzzsprout-12922351 Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 352 full false Silence in a Year Day 148 Soundtrack of Our Everyday Routine Silence in a Year Day 148 Soundtrack of Our Everyday Routine Buzzsprout-12922342 Sun, 28 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 395 full false Silence in a Year Day 147 Silence Keeps Us Silence in a Year Day 147 Silence Keeps Us Buzzsprout-12922331 Sat, 27 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Silence in a Year Day 146 Riches of Silence Silence in a Year Day 146 Riches of Silence Buzzsprout-12899481 Fri, 26 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Silence in a Year Day 145 Summit of the Silence Silence in a Year Day 145 Summit of the Silence Buzzsprout-12899471 Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 350 full false Silence in a Year Day 144 Labor of Thought Silence in a Year Day 144 Labor of Thought Buzzsprout-12898845 Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 349 full false Silence in a Year Day 143 Keep Quiet Silence in a Year Day 143 Keep Quiet Buzzsprout-12895043 Tue, 23 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 317 full false Silence in a Year Day 142 Rushes Into Nothingness Silence in a Year Day 142 Rushes Into Nothingness Buzzsprout-12891773 Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 316 full false Holy Land 2023 - The Visitation - Leaping in the Womb Holy Land 2023 - The Visitation - Leaping in the Womb Buzzsprout-12810990 Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 229 full false Silence in a Year Day 141 Case of True Amnesia Silence in a Year Day 141 Case of True Amnesia Buzzsprout-12829849 Sun, 21 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 541 full false Holy Land 2023 - Shepherd's Field - In the Cave Holy Land 2023 - Shepherd's Field - In the Cave Buzzsprout-12810984 Sun, 21 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 248 full false Silence in a Year Day 140 Symptom of Doubt Silence in a Year Day 140 Symptom of Doubt Buzzsprout-12829842 Sat, 20 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 373 full false Holy Land 2023 - Bethlehem - The Cave of Saint Jerome Holy Land 2023 - Bethlehem - The Cave of Saint Jerome Buzzsprout-12810982 Sat, 20 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 404 full false Silence in a Year Day 139 People Wander Away Silence in a Year Day 139 People Wander Away Buzzsprout-12829838 Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 399 full false Holy Land 2023 - Jericho - Submerged in the Jordan Holy Land 2023 - Jericho - Submerged in the Jordan Buzzsprout-12810980 Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 413 full false Silence in a Year Day 138 Unknown God Silence in a Year Day 138 Unknown God Buzzsprout-12829835 Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 437 full false Holy Land 2023 - Live from the Sea of Galilee - Walking on Water Holy Land 2023 - Live from the Sea of Galilee - Walking on Water Buzzsprout-12810975 Wed, 17 May 2023 08:00:00 -0400 331 full false Silence in a Year Day 137 Pastoral and Missionary Depth Silence in a Year Day 137 Pastoral and Missionary Depth Buzzsprout-12829829 Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 424 full false Silence in a Year Day 136 Lack of Respect Silence in a Year Day 136 Lack of Respect Buzzsprout-12829821 Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 478 full false Holy Land 2023 - Mount Tabor - 2 Mile Walk Uphill Holy Land 2023 - Mount Tabor - 2 Mile Walk Uphill Buzzsprout-12810977 Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 338 full false Silence in a Year Day 135 Tend the Fire Silence in a Year Day 135 Tend the Fire There is a lot to cover in this episode. One of the main points is not to be so theological and to meet people in their heart. We can so often gain knowledge but we miss the importance of this knowledge moving to our heart which can ultimately move our soul. It is not good enough to just know things but they must become a part of who we are.

]]> There is a lot to cover in this episode. One of the main points is not to be so theological and to meet people in their heart. We can so often gain knowledge but we miss the importance of this knowledge moving to our heart which can ultimately move our soul. It is not good enough to just know things but they must become a part of who we are.

]]> Buzzsprout-12829819 Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 537 full false Holy Land 2023 - Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth - Just Say Yes! Holy Land 2023 - Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth - Just Say Yes! Buzzsprout-12810969 Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 225 full false Silence in a Year Day 134 Unprecedented Grace Silence in a Year Day 134 Unprecedented Grace The Lord provides us with all the grace we need to live our lives according to His Will. Often, in times of silence, the Lord will purify our hearts and minds. 

]]> The Lord provides us with all the grace we need to live our lives according to His Will. Often, in times of silence, the Lord will purify our hearts and minds. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12828957 Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 450 full false Silence in a Year Day 133 Live Abundantly Silence in a Year Day 133 Live Abundantly What does it mean to live abundantly in spite of the responsibilities we have in life. No matter how busy we are, we can always make time for the silence which is where we find God. In spending this quiet time, we are able to see Him more clearly even in the daily tasks of life.

]]> What does it mean to live abundantly in spite of the responsibilities we have in life. No matter how busy we are, we can always make time for the silence which is where we find God. In spending this quiet time, we are able to see Him more clearly even in the daily tasks of life.

]]> Buzzsprout-12828803 Sat, 13 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 466 full false Silence in a Year Day 132 Toward the Heights Silence in a Year Day 132 Toward the Heights In this episode, we talk about our spiritual journey towards God. Sometimes we reach plateaus in this journey. These times allow for reflection of the journey completed and preparation for the next ascent. Everything is in God's time.

]]> In this episode, we talk about our spiritual journey towards God. Sometimes we reach plateaus in this journey. These times allow for reflection of the journey completed and preparation for the next ascent. Everything is in God's time.

]]> Buzzsprout-12828783 Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 510 full false Silence in a Year Day 131 Shadow of Silence Silence in a Year Day 131 Shadow of Silence Buzzsprout-12682215 Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 443 full false Silence in a Year Day 130 The Light and the Truth Silence in a Year Day 130 The Light and the Truth Buzzsprout-12682211 Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 496 full false Silence in a Year Day 129 Take Refuge Silence in a Year Day 129 Take Refuge Buzzsprout-12682208 Tue, 09 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 499 full false Silence in a Year Day 128 Great Silence Silence in a Year Day 128 Great Silence Buzzsprout-12682203 Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 442 full false Silence in a Year Day 127 Nestling in Silence Silence in a Year Day 127 Nestling in Silence Buzzsprout-12682193 Sun, 07 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 487 full false Silence in a Year Day 126 Stripped Naked in God Silence in a Year Day 126 Stripped Naked in God Buzzsprout-12682184 Sat, 06 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 357 full false Silence in a Year Day 125 Love God Above All Else Silence in a Year Day 125 Love God Above All Else Buzzsprout-12682178 Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 471 full false Silence in a Year Day 124 All Life is Mysterious Silence in a Year Day 124 All Life is Mysterious Buzzsprout-12682173 Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 396 full false Silence in a Year Day 123 A Distance That Must Be Traveled Silence in a Year Day 123 A Distance That Must Be Traveled Buzzsprout-12682169 Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 436 full false Silence in a Year Day 122 Temples of God Silence in a Year Day 122 Temples of God Buzzsprout-12682166 Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 369 full false Silence in a Year Day 121 Beautiful Dwelling Places Silence in a Year Day 121 Beautiful Dwelling Places Buzzsprout-12682161 Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 439 full false Silence in a Year Day 120 Be Like Children Silence in a Year Day 120 Be Like Children Buzzsprout-12682155 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 383 full false Silence in a Year Day 119 Eternal Minute Silence in a Year Day 119 Eternal Minute Buzzsprout-12682151 Sat, 29 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 461 full false Silence in a Year Day 118 Being Like God Silence in a Year Day 118 Being Like God Buzzsprout-12682147 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 449 full false Silence in a Year Day 117 Give Yourself to God Silence in a Year Day 117 Give Yourself to God Buzzsprout-12682140 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 533 full false Silence in a Year Day 116 Silence is a Form of Charity Silence in a Year Day 116 Silence is a Form of Charity Buzzsprout-12682135 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 484 full false Silence in a Year - Day 115 There is a Snare Silence in a Year - Day 115 There is a Snare Buzzsprout-12682132 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 423 full false Silence in a Year Day 114 Words That We Do Not Say Silence in a Year Day 114 Words That We Do Not Say Buzzsprout-12682128 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 501 full false Silence in a Year Day 113 The Wall That Protects Silence in a Year Day 113 The Wall That Protects Buzzsprout-12682124 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 516 full false Silence in a Year Day 112 Violence of the Waves Silence in a Year Day 112 Violence of the Waves Buzzsprout-12671529 Sat, 22 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 444 full false Silence in a Year Day 111 - Innumerable Errors of My Previous Life Silence in a Year Day 111 - Innumerable Errors of My Previous Life Buzzsprout-12671513 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 471 full false Silence in a Year Day 110 Dust in the Wind Silence in a Year Day 110 Dust in the Wind Buzzsprout-12616500 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 418 full false Silence in a Year Day 109 Dikes That Protect Humanity Silence in a Year Day 109 Dikes That Protect Humanity Buzzsprout-12616493 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 422 full false Silence in a Year Day 108 Stop All the Turmoil Silence in a Year Day 108 Stop All the Turmoil Buzzsprout-12616488 Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 448 full false Silence in a Year Day 107 Thirsty for God Silence in a Year Day 107 Thirsty for God Buzzsprout-12616483 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 405 full false Silence in a Year Day 106 Place of the Greatest Silence Silence in a Year Day 106 Place of the Greatest Silence Buzzsprout-12616478 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 444 full false Silence in a Year Day 105 Experience of God Silence in a Year Day 105 Experience of God Buzzsprout-12616475 Sat, 15 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 430 full false Silence in a Year Day 104 Land of Temptation Silence in a Year Day 104 Land of Temptation Buzzsprout-12616472 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 430 full false Silence in a Year Day 103 The Place of the Absolute Silence in a Year Day 103 The Place of the Absolute Buzzsprout-12616466 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 416 full false Silence in a Year Day 102 For Everything There is a Season Silence in a Year Day 102 For Everything There is a Season Buzzsprout-12616459 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 429 full false Silence in a Year Day 101 Meeting of Two Silences Silence in a Year Day 101 Meeting of Two Silences Buzzsprout-12616453 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 511 full false Silence in a Year Day 100 Love is Always Humble Silence in a Year Day 100 Love is Always Humble Buzzsprout-12497536 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 522 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 47 - Resurrection Grace in Suffering - Day 47 - Resurrection Buzzsprout-12529862 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 855 full false Silence in a Year Day 99 Greatest Love Silence in a Year Day 99 Greatest Love Buzzsprout-12497531 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 523 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 46 - The Hope of Eternity Grace in Suffering - Day 46 - The Hope of Eternity Buzzsprout-12529856 Sat, 08 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 795 full false Silence in a Year Day 98 Beautiful Reward Silence in a Year Day 98 Beautiful Reward Buzzsprout-12497500 Sat, 08 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 466 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 45 - Sitting with Jesus Grace in Suffering - Day 45 - Sitting with Jesus Buzzsprout-12529849 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 957 full false Silence in a Year Day 97 Silence of Love is Love in Silence Silence in a Year Day 97 Silence of Love is Love in Silence Buzzsprout-12497495 Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 490 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 44 - Reconciliation Grace in Suffering - Day 44 - Reconciliation Buzzsprout-12529842 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 875 full false Silence in a Year Day 96 Silence is a Paradise Silence in a Year Day 96 Silence is a Paradise Buzzsprout-12497490 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 442 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 43 - The Last Supper Grace in Suffering - Day 43 - The Last Supper Buzzsprout-12529812 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 823 full false Silence in a Year Day 95 Silence and Hope Silence in a Year Day 95 Silence and Hope Buzzsprout-12497485 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 42 - Holy Spirit Grace in Suffering - Day 42 - Holy Spirit Buzzsprout-12529775 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 882 full false Silence in a Year Day 94 Pure But Frail Silence in a Year Day 94 Pure But Frail Buzzsprout-12497480 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 416 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 41 - Scripture Grace in Suffering - Day 41 - Scripture Buzzsprout-12529772 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 661 full false Silence in a Year Day 93 True Glory Silence in a Year Day 93 True Glory Buzzsprout-12497471 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 40 - Serving Others Grace in Suffering - Day 40 - Serving Others Buzzsprout-12529768 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 660 full false Silence in a Year Day 92 Live in the Revelation Silence in a Year Day 92 Live in the Revelation Buzzsprout-12497468 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 366 full false Silence in a Year Day 91 Become One With Silence in a Year Day 91 Become One With Buzzsprout-12497463 Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 473 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 39 - Prayer Grace in Suffering - Day 39 - Prayer Prayer is a powerful tool for those who are suffering. And this works two ways. We can offer prayers for the one who is suffering but we can also ask the one who is suffering to pray for us. In many ways, prayer changes each one of us regardless of whether or not God answers our prayers for healing.

]]> Prayer is a powerful tool for those who are suffering. And this works two ways. We can offer prayers for the one who is suffering but we can also ask the one who is suffering to pray for us. In many ways, prayer changes each one of us regardless of whether or not God answers our prayers for healing.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481660 Sat, 01 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 760 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 38 - Community Grace in Suffering - Day 38 - Community Community is so valuable in helping people through their suffering. Those who suffer are not a burden when they ask for help. In fact, grace is unleashed when we ask for help from others. The greatest of gifts are then opened and the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are an instrumental part of this. Essentially, we encounter Christ in one another.

]]> Community is so valuable in helping people through their suffering. Those who suffer are not a burden when they ask for help. In fact, grace is unleashed when we ask for help from others. The greatest of gifts are then opened and the corporal and spiritual works of mercy are an instrumental part of this. Essentially, we encounter Christ in one another.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481658 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 932 full false Silence in a Year Day 90 Furnace of His Love Silence in a Year Day 90 Furnace of His Love Today Cardinal Sarah talks about how Christ assumed human form to confront us with his absolute love. I have been confronted by a human being but not confronted with Love. It is hard to comprehend that, but it is true.

Cardinal Sarah goes on to say that God’s only power is to love in silence. That brings me to immediately think the passion of Jesus, where he remained silent even when he was being questioned by Pilot. That was the silence of his love, the love that bore our sins and died for our transgressions.

But that is not all, Cardinal Sarah then talks about how St. Augustine and St. John of the Cross went through their own desert experience where they encounter God’s love; they were confronted by God’s love in this silence.

Take away: When you arevconfronted by God, are you like I used to be and ran away? Or do you allow him to walk with you during your desert experience allowing him to love you through your struggles?

Where in your life do you need God to confront you?



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about how Christ assumed human form to confront us with his absolute love. I have been confronted by a human being but not confronted with Love. It is hard to comprehend that, but it is true.

Cardinal Sarah goes on to say that God’s only power is to love in silence. That brings me to immediately think the passion of Jesus, where he remained silent even when he was being questioned by Pilot. That was the silence of his love, the love that bore our sins and died for our transgressions.

But that is not all, Cardinal Sarah then talks about how St. Augustine and St. John of the Cross went through their own desert experience where they encounter God’s love; they were confronted by God’s love in this silence.

Take away: When you arevconfronted by God, are you like I used to be and ran away? Or do you allow him to walk with you during your desert experience allowing him to love you through your struggles?

Where in your life do you need God to confront you?



]]> Buzzsprout-12416512 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 658 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 37 - Miracles and Suffering Grace in Suffering - Day 37 - Miracles and Suffering Jesus worked many miracles through His ministry while here on earth. He continues to do the same today. However, it will always remain a mystery as to why God chooses to heal some people in this time and others He does not. We are ultimately all healed through the death and resurrection of Jesus who is our hope. While we may not always receive that one big miracle, there are many smaller miracles that occur when we embrace our suffering.

]]> Jesus worked many miracles through His ministry while here on earth. He continues to do the same today. However, it will always remain a mystery as to why God chooses to heal some people in this time and others He does not. We are ultimately all healed through the death and resurrection of Jesus who is our hope. While we may not always receive that one big miracle, there are many smaller miracles that occur when we embrace our suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481654 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 750 full false Silence in a Year 89 Everything Disappears Silence in a Year 89 Everything Disappears Today Cardinal Sarah talks about how in the presence of God, everything disappears, that nothing compares to the silence of Heaven. When he says silence of Heaven, I see this to mean the Heaven that God created in my heart. Where he and I meet daily, hopefully more than once a day, to exchange joys and sorrows.

Heaven, to me is anywhere where God is present. It can be in nature, it can be in our loved once, but it most importantly resides in the silence of our hearts. If we have come to the point in our lives where we can silence the distractions of this world and how it tries to entice us into doing things that are not holy, that my friends if HEAVEN.

Heaven to me is peace, joy and love..that is God!

Take away: Do you allow yourself to disappear in the presence of God in your heart? If so, please consider sharing your thoughts with us in the comments section below. If not, what is preventing you from it? (you don’t have to share those if you don’t want to) But do share them with God, he can help you though.

 



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about how in the presence of God, everything disappears, that nothing compares to the silence of Heaven. When he says silence of Heaven, I see this to mean the Heaven that God created in my heart. Where he and I meet daily, hopefully more than once a day, to exchange joys and sorrows.

Heaven, to me is anywhere where God is present. It can be in nature, it can be in our loved once, but it most importantly resides in the silence of our hearts. If we have come to the point in our lives where we can silence the distractions of this world and how it tries to entice us into doing things that are not holy, that my friends if HEAVEN.

Heaven to me is peace, joy and love..that is God!

Take away: Do you allow yourself to disappear in the presence of God in your heart? If so, please consider sharing your thoughts with us in the comments section below. If not, what is preventing you from it? (you don’t have to share those if you don’t want to) But do share them with God, he can help you though.

 



]]> Buzzsprout-12416511 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 392 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 36 - Beauty in Suffering Grace in Suffering - Day 36 - Beauty in Suffering It may be hard to imagine that suffering can be beautiful. Even more so, there is an intimacy that can be found as we unite our sufferings with those of Christ. AJ and Deacon Dave share stories that exemplify this point. Often, suffering does not look beautiful, but just like God, we must look into the heart of the person. When we do, we are able to enter into the sufferings of others.

]]> It may be hard to imagine that suffering can be beautiful. Even more so, there is an intimacy that can be found as we unite our sufferings with those of Christ. AJ and Deacon Dave share stories that exemplify this point. Often, suffering does not look beautiful, but just like God, we must look into the heart of the person. When we do, we are able to enter into the sufferings of others.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481650 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 561 full false Silence in a Year Day 88 Magnificent Silence of God Silence in a Year Day 88 Magnificent Silence of God Today Cardinal Sarah talks about the fact that silence nourishes the heart. When I think of nourishment I think about sustenance and being sustained. Often when were hear sustenance we think about food but here the food that Cardinal Sarah is talking about is the love of God.

As we mentioned yesterday, it renders us speechless because speech is not required.

Cardinal Sarah goes as far as to say that not even the sweet sound of the Gospel, can express the magnificent silence of God.

I feel that is why I am so comfortable in adoration now. I feel his love regardless of what brokenness I bring to him that day. He holds and loves me, most often times without even having to say a word. For me it is the calmness and feeling that fills my heart that tells me that God is present.

Take away: Are you allowing God to nourish you in the silence of your heart?  Are you sitting close to him in silence to allow him to nourish you? If not, what is preventing you from it?



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about the fact that silence nourishes the heart. When I think of nourishment I think about sustenance and being sustained. Often when were hear sustenance we think about food but here the food that Cardinal Sarah is talking about is the love of God.

As we mentioned yesterday, it renders us speechless because speech is not required.

Cardinal Sarah goes as far as to say that not even the sweet sound of the Gospel, can express the magnificent silence of God.

I feel that is why I am so comfortable in adoration now. I feel his love regardless of what brokenness I bring to him that day. He holds and loves me, most often times without even having to say a word. For me it is the calmness and feeling that fills my heart that tells me that God is present.

Take away: Are you allowing God to nourish you in the silence of your heart?  Are you sitting close to him in silence to allow him to nourish you? If not, what is preventing you from it?



]]> Buzzsprout-12416505 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 491 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 35 - Joy Grace in Suffering - Day 35 - Joy Joy is the permanent disposition of a disciple of Jesus. In this episode, we distinguish the difference between happiness and joy. Suffering and joy may seem like a contradiction being said in the same sentence. But on the cross, Jesus found great joy in dying on the cross for our salvation. We can also find joy in the midst of our suffering.

]]> Joy is the permanent disposition of a disciple of Jesus. In this episode, we distinguish the difference between happiness and joy. Suffering and joy may seem like a contradiction being said in the same sentence. But on the cross, Jesus found great joy in dying on the cross for our salvation. We can also find joy in the midst of our suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481649 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 810 full false Silence in a Year Day 87 Enveloped in a Power of Love Silence in a Year Day 87 Enveloped in a Power of Love Today I hear Cardinal Sarah talk about how when we advance in the mysteries of God the more, we tend to lose our speech, we become mute. Because in this intimate relationship no words are required. Cardinal Sarah goes on to say that we disappear in this greatest of silence.

This is very true for me; I have become so comfortable in sitting in silence with him that I lose tract of time. This type of relationship you are comfortable sitting in silence because no words are required.

I have a friend who told be about a couple friend of his, they had been married for many years and when they hosted dinner it was like an orchestrated event as they worked together in the kitchen either prepping or cleaning up. Each new what they had to do and the task was completed without a word.

Our live with God could be that way, if we allowed God to orchestrate and we completed daily tasks in a mute state because words were not necessary. We know what God wants from us, because he currently does not NEED any thing from us. That kind of relationship would be the so desperately needed peace and joy in our lives, the one we all truly want.

Take Away: How does God speak to you? Can you sit with him in silence with the love and presence of his peace that renders you speechless? If not ask for his divine assistance to help you accomplish this.



]]> Today I hear Cardinal Sarah talk about how when we advance in the mysteries of God the more, we tend to lose our speech, we become mute. Because in this intimate relationship no words are required. Cardinal Sarah goes on to say that we disappear in this greatest of silence.

This is very true for me; I have become so comfortable in sitting in silence with him that I lose tract of time. This type of relationship you are comfortable sitting in silence because no words are required.

I have a friend who told be about a couple friend of his, they had been married for many years and when they hosted dinner it was like an orchestrated event as they worked together in the kitchen either prepping or cleaning up. Each new what they had to do and the task was completed without a word.

Our live with God could be that way, if we allowed God to orchestrate and we completed daily tasks in a mute state because words were not necessary. We know what God wants from us, because he currently does not NEED any thing from us. That kind of relationship would be the so desperately needed peace and joy in our lives, the one we all truly want.

Take Away: How does God speak to you? Can you sit with him in silence with the love and presence of his peace that renders you speechless? If not ask for his divine assistance to help you accomplish this.



]]> Buzzsprout-12416500 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 34 - Healing Grace in Suffering - Day 34 - Healing Healing is something we all hope for when we have a suffering, and this is always a possibility. Ultimately, God wants to heal our souls which are at the very center of where God resides. In this episode, we talk about the mystery of healing and how God's divine providence and will may not always lead to a healing.

]]> Healing is something we all hope for when we have a suffering, and this is always a possibility. Ultimately, God wants to heal our souls which are at the very center of where God resides. In this episode, we talk about the mystery of healing and how God's divine providence and will may not always lead to a healing.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481645 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 778 full false Silence in a Year Day 86 He Must Increase and I Must Decrease Silence in a Year Day 86 He Must Increase and I Must Decrease In this paragraph Cardinal Sarah quotes St. Augustine “All voice must decrease in the measure that one advances in the knowledge of Christ.” And the scripture passage from John 3:30 immediately came to mind: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” Said by St. John the Baptist.

This does not mean that we as a person lose our value to God and that we lose our identity. It is the opposite.

As we put God at the center of our whole being, our value increases because if we are one with God, we will increase with him. However, we do not want to think that anyone or anything is more important than us.

We allow the voice in our head to tell us that there is nothing better than us. That is the voice of the evil one, the voice in our head that does not reach our heart which is where God waits for us.

This takes me back to the litany of HUMILITY. The part that says “that others may become holier than I, provided that I may become as holy as I should”.

The voice of God should the loudest voice that we hear. The voice of despair, criticism, anger can be drowned out by God’s voice.

Remembering and accepting God’s voice as he tells me “Alicia you are my beloved child”.

Take away: What voice are you allowing to speak to your heart? Is it God’s voice? If not, why?



]]> In this paragraph Cardinal Sarah quotes St. Augustine “All voice must decrease in the measure that one advances in the knowledge of Christ.” And the scripture passage from John 3:30 immediately came to mind: “He must increase, but I must decrease.” Said by St. John the Baptist.

This does not mean that we as a person lose our value to God and that we lose our identity. It is the opposite.

As we put God at the center of our whole being, our value increases because if we are one with God, we will increase with him. However, we do not want to think that anyone or anything is more important than us.

We allow the voice in our head to tell us that there is nothing better than us. That is the voice of the evil one, the voice in our head that does not reach our heart which is where God waits for us.

This takes me back to the litany of HUMILITY. The part that says “that others may become holier than I, provided that I may become as holy as I should”.

The voice of God should the loudest voice that we hear. The voice of despair, criticism, anger can be drowned out by God’s voice.

Remembering and accepting God’s voice as he tells me “Alicia you are my beloved child”.

Take away: What voice are you allowing to speak to your heart? Is it God’s voice? If not, why?



]]> Buzzsprout-12416497 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 471 full false Grace in Suffering- Day 33 - Hope in Suffering Grace in Suffering- Day 33 - Hope in Suffering Jesus leaves the garden. Although He is taken away (arrested), He went willingly. He conformed His will to God because it was necessary for our salvation. We can do the same. We can conform our will to God and leave the Garden to willingly take up our crosses. Crosses that are made lighter by Jesus becoming human, suffering for us and showing us how to suffering for ourselves and others. The resurrection brings us hope. Hope for an eternal life with God.

]]> Jesus leaves the garden. Although He is taken away (arrested), He went willingly. He conformed His will to God because it was necessary for our salvation. We can do the same. We can conform our will to God and leave the Garden to willingly take up our crosses. Crosses that are made lighter by Jesus becoming human, suffering for us and showing us how to suffering for ourselves and others. The resurrection brings us hope. Hope for an eternal life with God.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481642 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 511 full false Silence in a Year Day 85 School of the Holy Spirit Silence in a Year Day 85 School of the Holy Spirit In today’s reading Cardinal Sarah talks about spiritual faculties, and he refers to St. John of the Cross. St. John of the Cross defines faculties as: Faculties of the soul are merely qualities or properties, modes through which the soul acts. Faculties explain well the changes of consciousness, the essentially different kinds of consciousness, and the variations in capacities or powers, all proceeding from the same soul.

Yes, a really deep definition but what I get from this is that St. John of the Cross is saying is that though my faculties are qualities and properties of who I am, but great faculties come from the soul and those come as a gift from God.

The Spirit of God dwells in us and if we allow that dwelling to become fruitful, then we will have faculties pleasing to God. Those fruits are evident to those around us.

How would you define the spiritual faculties that St. John of the Cross is referring to? 

Romans 8:11 says “If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit dwelling in you.”

Take away: What are you good/bad facilities, how can you covert the bad into the good with the Help of God in the silence of your heart?



]]> In today’s reading Cardinal Sarah talks about spiritual faculties, and he refers to St. John of the Cross. St. John of the Cross defines faculties as: Faculties of the soul are merely qualities or properties, modes through which the soul acts. Faculties explain well the changes of consciousness, the essentially different kinds of consciousness, and the variations in capacities or powers, all proceeding from the same soul.

Yes, a really deep definition but what I get from this is that St. John of the Cross is saying is that though my faculties are qualities and properties of who I am, but great faculties come from the soul and those come as a gift from God.

The Spirit of God dwells in us and if we allow that dwelling to become fruitful, then we will have faculties pleasing to God. Those fruits are evident to those around us.

How would you define the spiritual faculties that St. John of the Cross is referring to? 

Romans 8:11 says “If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also, through his Spirit dwelling in you.”

Take away: What are you good/bad facilities, how can you covert the bad into the good with the Help of God in the silence of your heart?



]]> Buzzsprout-12416495 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 491 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 32 - Faith During Suffering Grace in Suffering - Day 32 - Faith During Suffering Faith is the belief of things unseen. Our faith teaches us that suffering has great power as demonstrated by the cross of Christ. It is easy to doubt when suffering becomes a part of our human experience. It is exactly in this suffering that our faith can grow to greater depths. It can also be an instrument by which others can grow in their faith as well.

]]> Faith is the belief of things unseen. Our faith teaches us that suffering has great power as demonstrated by the cross of Christ. It is easy to doubt when suffering becomes a part of our human experience. It is exactly in this suffering that our faith can grow to greater depths. It can also be an instrument by which others can grow in their faith as well.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481640 Sat, 25 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 636 full false Silence in a Year Day 84 Self Giving Love Silence in a Year Day 84 Self Giving Love Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say love talks about burnt offerings and about meek, humble, and silent love. The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord comes to mind, no one has ever been as meek, humble and self-giving than our Blessed Mother. The three-letter word “Yes” says it all, she then gave everything of herself to care and love God’s Son. I could only dream of having an ounce of that self-giving love that Mary has.

Can we ever have enough self-giving love for God? Maybe not completely in this life but we can try with the help of our Blessed Mother as our intercessor.

The prayers that we say with humility and meekness in the silent of our hearts, will get to Jesus faster than if we light that incense then waiting for the fire to rise to the heavens.

Hebrews 10:8, say’s “Sacrifices and offerings, holocausts and sin offerings, you neither desired nor delighted in." All Jesus wants is our total and complete self, to do the will of the father. That can only be done with humility and meekness.

Take away: I challenge you to reflect, do you humbly and meekly accept God’s will as Mary did? If not, what is holding you back? Sit with God in the silence of your heart and ask him to help you if your answer was no.



]]> Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say love talks about burnt offerings and about meek, humble, and silent love. The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord comes to mind, no one has ever been as meek, humble and self-giving than our Blessed Mother. The three-letter word “Yes” says it all, she then gave everything of herself to care and love God’s Son. I could only dream of having an ounce of that self-giving love that Mary has.

Can we ever have enough self-giving love for God? Maybe not completely in this life but we can try with the help of our Blessed Mother as our intercessor.

The prayers that we say with humility and meekness in the silent of our hearts, will get to Jesus faster than if we light that incense then waiting for the fire to rise to the heavens.

Hebrews 10:8, say’s “Sacrifices and offerings, holocausts and sin offerings, you neither desired nor delighted in." All Jesus wants is our total and complete self, to do the will of the father. That can only be done with humility and meekness.

Take away: I challenge you to reflect, do you humbly and meekly accept God’s will as Mary did? If not, what is holding you back? Sit with God in the silence of your heart and ask him to help you if your answer was no.



]]> Buzzsprout-12416491 Sat, 25 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 438 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 31 - The Gospel of Suffering Grace in Suffering - Day 31 - The Gospel of Suffering JP II refers to the Gospel of Suffering. What this means is the Good News of Suffering. As we look at the meaning of suffering in the light of Christ, we understand that it was through the cross that Jesus redeemed the world. From this, we can see the value of suffering. Those who are sick and dying are powerful, like Jesus on the cross powerful. A privileged vocation. An election to something special.

]]> JP II refers to the Gospel of Suffering. What this means is the Good News of Suffering. As we look at the meaning of suffering in the light of Christ, we understand that it was through the cross that Jesus redeemed the world. From this, we can see the value of suffering. Those who are sick and dying are powerful, like Jesus on the cross powerful. A privileged vocation. An election to something special.

]]> Buzzsprout-12481633 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 810 full false Silence in a Year Day 83 Says Nothing and Consents Silence in a Year Day 83 Says Nothing and Consents Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say love consumes without burning and yet says nothing is the greatest Love. He goes on to say that that same love without words consents.

Consent means to give permission or to agree to allowing something to happen or to do something.

When we give God permission to enter into our daily lives of struggles and challenges we consent to his will. We don’t have to say anything, we can simple open our hearts up to him and allow him to abide in us.

Jesus consented to die on the cross for love of me, that is “The Greatest Love”. John 15:13 says it best “no one has greater love than to lay down his live for his friends”.

Giving God the love he gives me is the best way I can consent to his presence in my life.

This day’s reflection immediately brought me back to the many funerals I have had the honor of attending. Funerals are difficult and we don’t ever know what to say. I have learned that saying nothing are the best words. Being present amid the loss is a great gift to the family. The family opens themselves up to the pain that comes with each condolence as it arises memories of their loved one.

A hug or handshake can bring lots of comfort to those that grieve.

I feel that this is the silent love that Cardinal Sarah is talking about. True love is not flowery words or outlandish gestures. It is being present when needed the most!

Silent presence is very powerful.



]]> Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say love consumes without burning and yet says nothing is the greatest Love. He goes on to say that that same love without words consents.

Consent means to give permission or to agree to allowing something to happen or to do something.

When we give God permission to enter into our daily lives of struggles and challenges we consent to his will. We don’t have to say anything, we can simple open our hearts up to him and allow him to abide in us.

Jesus consented to die on the cross for love of me, that is “The Greatest Love”. John 15:13 says it best “no one has greater love than to lay down his live for his friends”.

Giving God the love he gives me is the best way I can consent to his presence in my life.

This day’s reflection immediately brought me back to the many funerals I have had the honor of attending. Funerals are difficult and we don’t ever know what to say. I have learned that saying nothing are the best words. Being present amid the loss is a great gift to the family. The family opens themselves up to the pain that comes with each condolence as it arises memories of their loved one.

A hug or handshake can bring lots of comfort to those that grieve.

I feel that this is the silent love that Cardinal Sarah is talking about. True love is not flowery words or outlandish gestures. It is being present when needed the most!

Silent presence is very powerful.



]]> Buzzsprout-12416490 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 392 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 30 - Salvation Grace in Suffering - Day 30 - Salvation Buzzsprout-12471803 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 519 full false Silence in a Year Day 82 Song of the Heavens Silence in a Year Day 82 Song of the Heavens On Day 75 we talked about noise, on day 77 we talked about sound, yesterday we talked about melody and today is song, and yet the title of the book is “The Power of Silence”. The first time I read the book I thought, okay Cardinal Sarah help me connect the dots?

It was only after reading the book for the third time did, I connect the dots. I came to the understanding that the most beautiful song is the song of God’s love for me, and I hear the song loudest in the deepest recesses of my heart.

Today, Cardinal Sarah points to St. John of the Cross and one of St. John’s many quotes about God’s love says, “Silence is God’s First Language”. I immediately thought about the moment I held my children for the first time. We looked into each other’s eyes and w/o words God’s love spoke.

God’s love does not require words, just presence! Sitting in silence with him in my heart is the best song I will ever hear!

When did you first hear God’s love song for you? What was it like?

Take away: Are you speaking God’s love language? I challenge you to look into God’s eyes and hear is love in silence.



]]> On Day 75 we talked about noise, on day 77 we talked about sound, yesterday we talked about melody and today is song, and yet the title of the book is “The Power of Silence”. The first time I read the book I thought, okay Cardinal Sarah help me connect the dots?

It was only after reading the book for the third time did, I connect the dots. I came to the understanding that the most beautiful song is the song of God’s love for me, and I hear the song loudest in the deepest recesses of my heart.

Today, Cardinal Sarah points to St. John of the Cross and one of St. John’s many quotes about God’s love says, “Silence is God’s First Language”. I immediately thought about the moment I held my children for the first time. We looked into each other’s eyes and w/o words God’s love spoke.

God’s love does not require words, just presence! Sitting in silence with him in my heart is the best song I will ever hear!

When did you first hear God’s love song for you? What was it like?

Take away: Are you speaking God’s love language? I challenge you to look into God’s eyes and hear is love in silence.



]]> Buzzsprout-12416487 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 492 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 29 - Sharing in the Suffering of Christ Grace in Suffering - Day 29 - Sharing in the Suffering of Christ Buzzsprout-12471780 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 753 full false Silence in a Year Day 81 Throne of God Silence in a Year Day 81 Throne of God Today Cardinal Sarah relates the melody with incense ascending in silence. Incense makes no noise, but it is obviously present. I am one of those people who loves incense and the smell, to me is all about being at church. When you see the smoke of incense rising, I imagine my prayers being lifted to heaven into the hears and heart of God. As Cardinal Sarah says, “melody for the heart of God.”

This may be why when I pray, my habit is too lite a candle, most of the time it is scented because I want to smell something that brings be back to the presence of God, just like the incense.

I think the same can be said for prayers, this same melody can be used in prayer, think about the rhythm of the Our Father, or the Hail Mary, especially when praying the rosary. The sense of comfort that these prayers bring to a me when I am in adoration stays with me the rest of the day.

My sense of smell and hearing goes into overdrive and takes over your brain for the day.

Incense is used in many ways during mass. Deacon:

Incense was used in ancient times as the smoke of the incense was a sign of God’s constant guiding presence to the people.

Let the melody of God’s love bringing you closer to him and prayer in the silence of your heart.



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah relates the melody with incense ascending in silence. Incense makes no noise, but it is obviously present. I am one of those people who loves incense and the smell, to me is all about being at church. When you see the smoke of incense rising, I imagine my prayers being lifted to heaven into the hears and heart of God. As Cardinal Sarah says, “melody for the heart of God.”

This may be why when I pray, my habit is too lite a candle, most of the time it is scented because I want to smell something that brings be back to the presence of God, just like the incense.

I think the same can be said for prayers, this same melody can be used in prayer, think about the rhythm of the Our Father, or the Hail Mary, especially when praying the rosary. The sense of comfort that these prayers bring to a me when I am in adoration stays with me the rest of the day.

My sense of smell and hearing goes into overdrive and takes over your brain for the day.

Incense is used in many ways during mass. Deacon:

Incense was used in ancient times as the smoke of the incense was a sign of God’s constant guiding presence to the people.

Let the melody of God’s love bringing you closer to him and prayer in the silence of your heart.



]]> Buzzsprout-12416480 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 448 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 28 - Redemption Grace in Suffering - Day 28 - Redemption Buzzsprout-12471769 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 626 full false Silence in a Year Day 80 Depth of the Human Soul Silence in a Year Day 80 Depth of the Human Soul I feel that this is a continuation for yesterday, yesterday we talked about letting God in. Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say that once we let God in, we then must collaborate with him.

Last week we talked about monologue and the one-way conversations we tend to want to have with God and others. I see collaboration as the opposite of monologue. Unless you work completely alone on a desert island, I would venture to guess that you at will have to collaborate with others.

When my kids were young, there was not much collaboration going on (no doubt they would agree), where I said what was going to be done and “most” of the time they did it. But now that they are adults the collaboration process had to change.

The same could be said about the collaboration we have with God in our hearts. We spend time with him, we listen to the prompting of the Holy Spirit. Collaboration takes understanding the other person, we must understand God, and understand him by getting to know him. I come to God in prayer asking him for help/advise when I am struggling with a particular situation. When I sit with God, we collaborate because we have the same common goal, for me to share in eternal happiness with him. If he was not concerned about me, he would not call me to prayer, to share is love with me.

Take away: Do you collaborate with God or do you have your own agenda and execute it without consulting with God in the silence of your heart, during prayer?



]]> I feel that this is a continuation for yesterday, yesterday we talked about letting God in. Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say that once we let God in, we then must collaborate with him.

Last week we talked about monologue and the one-way conversations we tend to want to have with God and others. I see collaboration as the opposite of monologue. Unless you work completely alone on a desert island, I would venture to guess that you at will have to collaborate with others.

When my kids were young, there was not much collaboration going on (no doubt they would agree), where I said what was going to be done and “most” of the time they did it. But now that they are adults the collaboration process had to change.

The same could be said about the collaboration we have with God in our hearts. We spend time with him, we listen to the prompting of the Holy Spirit. Collaboration takes understanding the other person, we must understand God, and understand him by getting to know him. I come to God in prayer asking him for help/advise when I am struggling with a particular situation. When I sit with God, we collaborate because we have the same common goal, for me to share in eternal happiness with him. If he was not concerned about me, he would not call me to prayer, to share is love with me.

Take away: Do you collaborate with God or do you have your own agenda and execute it without consulting with God in the silence of your heart, during prayer?



]]> Buzzsprout-12370298 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 459 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 27 - Our Own Walk to Calvary Grace in Suffering - Day 27 - Our Own Walk to Calvary Buzzsprout-12471748 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 642 full false Silence in a Year Day 79 How do we let God enter into us? Silence in a Year Day 79 How do we let God enter into us? You come one with God when you strive to live your life for the love of God, without expectations. God does not disappoint as humans do.

We always have expectations from one another and are disappointed when those expectations are not met. However, when entering in a union with someone else there should be no expectations because it should be out of love that you enter into that union willing the good of the other expecting nothing in return.

With that, uniting ourselves with God in silence, bringing our brokenness to him in our heart, we experience love not disappointment.

Take away: Today Cardinal Sarah asks the question, “How do we let God enter into us?”, encourage you to reflect on that question, how do you let God in?



]]> You come one with God when you strive to live your life for the love of God, without expectations. God does not disappoint as humans do.

We always have expectations from one another and are disappointed when those expectations are not met. However, when entering in a union with someone else there should be no expectations because it should be out of love that you enter into that union willing the good of the other expecting nothing in return.

With that, uniting ourselves with God in silence, bringing our brokenness to him in our heart, we experience love not disappointment.

Take away: Today Cardinal Sarah asks the question, “How do we let God enter into us?”, encourage you to reflect on that question, how do you let God in?



]]> Buzzsprout-12370294 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 439 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 26 - The Paschal Mystery Grace in Suffering - Day 26 - The Paschal Mystery Buzzsprout-12466308 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 816 full false Silence in a Year Day 78 The Holy Spirit Penetrates the Innermost Region of the Soul Silence in a Year Day 78 The Holy Spirit Penetrates the Innermost Region of the Soul I am hearing Cardinal Sarah talk about the fact that if we do not let God penetrate our innermost regions of the soul for me this means my heart, then we can not her him and if we cannot hear him then he cannot get in to transform us.

Webster defines penetrate as “successful in forcing something in”.

God does not force himself into our hearts. He was there from the day he created us and lives in our hearts whether we acknowledge him or not.

As I reflect on what Cardinal Sarah was trying to say here, it reminded me of when I was trying to teach my children how to ride a bike. They were afraid of falling so they built a wall around their mind where the fear lived and no reassurance from me would dispel that fear. We practiced every day and every day the fear was being penetrated (even only a little bit) with confidence and skill, one day the wall was penetrated completely and fall to the ground.

The same can be said for our heart where God lives. Often, we have built a wall around our fear and the one who is trying to penetrate that wall is God.

It takes practice and perseverance to hear the voice of God in our hearts. He is trying to tell us that we are safe with him and if we fall and hurt ourselves, he will be there to pick us up and care for us.

Take away: Ask the listeners to examine their hearts for any walls that God is waiting patiently to penetrate. If there are any walls, ask God to help bring the walls down, because only through God’s help will the walls be penetrated.

Today is the last day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you pray for these women that they allow the love of God to penetrate their hearts, that he take residence in that heart and they take him with them when they leave today.



]]> I am hearing Cardinal Sarah talk about the fact that if we do not let God penetrate our innermost regions of the soul for me this means my heart, then we can not her him and if we cannot hear him then he cannot get in to transform us.

Webster defines penetrate as “successful in forcing something in”.

God does not force himself into our hearts. He was there from the day he created us and lives in our hearts whether we acknowledge him or not.

As I reflect on what Cardinal Sarah was trying to say here, it reminded me of when I was trying to teach my children how to ride a bike. They were afraid of falling so they built a wall around their mind where the fear lived and no reassurance from me would dispel that fear. We practiced every day and every day the fear was being penetrated (even only a little bit) with confidence and skill, one day the wall was penetrated completely and fall to the ground.

The same can be said for our heart where God lives. Often, we have built a wall around our fear and the one who is trying to penetrate that wall is God.

It takes practice and perseverance to hear the voice of God in our hearts. He is trying to tell us that we are safe with him and if we fall and hurt ourselves, he will be there to pick us up and care for us.

Take away: Ask the listeners to examine their hearts for any walls that God is waiting patiently to penetrate. If there are any walls, ask God to help bring the walls down, because only through God’s help will the walls be penetrated.

Today is the last day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you pray for these women that they allow the love of God to penetrate their hearts, that he take residence in that heart and they take him with them when they leave today.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370289 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Grace in Suffering - Day 25 - Saving Nature of Jesus' Suffering Grace in Suffering - Day 25 - Saving Nature of Jesus' Suffering Buzzsprout-12466305 Sat, 18 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400 785 full false Silence in a Year Day 77 Silent Music Silence in a Year Day 77 Silent Music Today Cardinal Sarah asks the question “How can we express in concrete words a “silent music?”

I immediately thought about Angels in heaven but not as a harp like Cardinal Sarah talks about but like church bells. A call to worship or during the Eucharist. The bells telling us it is time to wake up, still our hearts and quiet our minds because something important is happening or going to happen. Sometimes I need that wake-up call. Maybe I should buy myself a small bell and keep it on the table next to my prayer chair. Ring it when my mind begins to wonder during my Jesus time.

Take away:

Today is the third day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you please pray for these women so that they can hear the sound of angels signing during their time in adoration.



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah asks the question “How can we express in concrete words a “silent music?”

I immediately thought about Angels in heaven but not as a harp like Cardinal Sarah talks about but like church bells. A call to worship or during the Eucharist. The bells telling us it is time to wake up, still our hearts and quiet our minds because something important is happening or going to happen. Sometimes I need that wake-up call. Maybe I should buy myself a small bell and keep it on the table next to my prayer chair. Ring it when my mind begins to wonder during my Jesus time.

Take away:

Today is the third day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you please pray for these women so that they can hear the sound of angels signing during their time in adoration.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370284 Sat, 18 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 430 full false Silence in a Year Day 76 Face to Face Silence in a Year Day 76 Face to Face Today, Cardinal Sarah talks about how we as humans will avoid the battle what will ensue in the face-to-fact encounter with God. Why? Because we think that we will lose our self, our identity if we become silent and sit in silence with God.

From my many years on Active Duty in the Marine Corps, the strongest and successful leaders prided themselves in keeping the unit operating in harmony. Confrontation was not something they entered freely and without long contemplation. When entering a battle to resolve conflict the result had to be worth any potential lose.

That is truly the opposite of what will happen because the result is worth the lose of our earthly identity which will replace it, the identity of being a child of God.

There is no battle on this earth that we can fit alone and if we do think like that we have already lost; John chapter 15 says, “I can do nothing without God”. The fact of the matter is, it is not if we will experience a spiritual battle but “when” we do, dawning the Armor of God is our best defense.

Take away; Sit and medicate on Ephesians chapter 6 10-18; it tells us about the amor of God, consider how you can employ this armor when the time of battle presents itself.

Today is the second day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you please pray for these women as they battle for find their identity as beloved children of God.



]]> Today, Cardinal Sarah talks about how we as humans will avoid the battle what will ensue in the face-to-fact encounter with God. Why? Because we think that we will lose our self, our identity if we become silent and sit in silence with God.

From my many years on Active Duty in the Marine Corps, the strongest and successful leaders prided themselves in keeping the unit operating in harmony. Confrontation was not something they entered freely and without long contemplation. When entering a battle to resolve conflict the result had to be worth any potential lose.

That is truly the opposite of what will happen because the result is worth the lose of our earthly identity which will replace it, the identity of being a child of God.

There is no battle on this earth that we can fit alone and if we do think like that we have already lost; John chapter 15 says, “I can do nothing without God”. The fact of the matter is, it is not if we will experience a spiritual battle but “when” we do, dawning the Armor of God is our best defense.

Take away; Sit and medicate on Ephesians chapter 6 10-18; it tells us about the amor of God, consider how you can employ this armor when the time of battle presents itself.

Today is the second day of the Women’s Cursillo weekend. I ask that you please pray for these women as they battle for find their identity as beloved children of God.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370276 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 554 full false Grace in Suffering Day 24 Garden of Gethsemane Grace in Suffering Day 24 Garden of Gethsemane Jesus experienced immense pressure and despair in the Garden of Gethsemane. He knew everything that was going to happen. His apostles - his friends - were not even able to stay awake with him. He must have felt so alone. Just like us, he prayed to God “if it is possible, let this cup pass from me”, but He was able to surrender it to God, “yet, not as I will, but as you will”.

]]> Jesus experienced immense pressure and despair in the Garden of Gethsemane. He knew everything that was going to happen. His apostles - his friends - were not even able to stay awake with him. He must have felt so alone. Just like us, he prayed to God “if it is possible, let this cup pass from me”, but He was able to surrender it to God, “yet, not as I will, but as you will”.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365499 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 803 full false Silence in a Year Day 75 The Fire of Silence Silence in a Year Day 75 The Fire of Silence Today Cardinal Sarah says that there is no silence in schools and wonders how you can read or even concentrate in all that noise.

This reflection made me immediately to think about my daughter. My daughter is an avid reader, wonder where she got that from . From the time she was young she carried multiple books with her everywhere we went, because “you never know when you may have an opportunity to read”, like in a line at the grocery store, yes true story. Well, after a while I would catch her sitting in the middle of the room reading, during a family gathering. What I did not know until many years later was that she sat with her fingers in her ears, she was trying to drown out the noise. After many years of practice, she no longer puts her fingers in her ears but can read undisturbed in the middle of a crowd. This is how she learned to read in a loud cafeteria or classroom. So, the answer to Cardinal Sarah question would be, practice, as my daughter did.

It comes from practice and will, how about that in our prayer life, in sitting with God in the silence of our hearts, in the middle of a loud department store. Yes, it can be done, through faithful practice.

In Jeremiah 7 people could not hear God and Jeremiah says “This is the nation that does not listen to the voice of the LORD, its God, or take correction. Faithfulness has disappeared; the word itself is banished from their speech.” They could not hear God because they were allowing the noise of the world to harden their hearts.

Cardinal Sarah also talks about how the mastery of silence is like a fragile flame in a raging ocean.

Take away; Once you have mastered the gift of silent with God, how can you keep that flame alive in the midst of the noise in your life?

Today a group of women will be arriving at the retreat center to attend this weekend’s Cursillo. I ask that you please pray for these women that they are able to silence the noise in their heart, that they be open to the Holy Spirit in whatever why it may move them.



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah says that there is no silence in schools and wonders how you can read or even concentrate in all that noise.

This reflection made me immediately to think about my daughter. My daughter is an avid reader, wonder where she got that from . From the time she was young she carried multiple books with her everywhere we went, because “you never know when you may have an opportunity to read”, like in a line at the grocery store, yes true story. Well, after a while I would catch her sitting in the middle of the room reading, during a family gathering. What I did not know until many years later was that she sat with her fingers in her ears, she was trying to drown out the noise. After many years of practice, she no longer puts her fingers in her ears but can read undisturbed in the middle of a crowd. This is how she learned to read in a loud cafeteria or classroom. So, the answer to Cardinal Sarah question would be, practice, as my daughter did.

It comes from practice and will, how about that in our prayer life, in sitting with God in the silence of our hearts, in the middle of a loud department store. Yes, it can be done, through faithful practice.

In Jeremiah 7 people could not hear God and Jeremiah says “This is the nation that does not listen to the voice of the LORD, its God, or take correction. Faithfulness has disappeared; the word itself is banished from their speech.” They could not hear God because they were allowing the noise of the world to harden their hearts.

Cardinal Sarah also talks about how the mastery of silence is like a fragile flame in a raging ocean.

Take away; Once you have mastered the gift of silent with God, how can you keep that flame alive in the midst of the noise in your life?

Today a group of women will be arriving at the retreat center to attend this weekend’s Cursillo. I ask that you please pray for these women that they are able to silence the noise in their heart, that they be open to the Holy Spirit in whatever why it may move them.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370268 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 365 full false Grace in Suffering Day 23 Jesus’s Humanity Grace in Suffering Day 23 Jesus’s Humanity While Jesus was fully divine, he was also fully human. Jesus was like us in ALL things except sin. He came into the world in the most humble way and was totally dependent on his human parents. His experience of human physical needs, human emotions and human suffering allows Him to fully understand our suffering.

]]> While Jesus was fully divine, he was also fully human. Jesus was like us in ALL things except sin. He came into the world in the most humble way and was totally dependent on his human parents. His experience of human physical needs, human emotions and human suffering allows Him to fully understand our suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365495 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 535 full false Silence in a Year Day 74 Fury of Senseless Noise Silence in a Year Day 74 Fury of Senseless Noise Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say that our world if full of noise, night and day is a constant stream of noise and there is no getting away from it. This constant noise can lead to false sense of tranquility. It is like having a one-way conversation with the world, It is talking to you and you have no way of getting a word in edge wise.

I have had a one-way conversation with Jesus several occasions, many more than I care to admit. It has happened with I am not happy with something in my life, and I am Telling Jesus how upset I am. A one-way conversation is not prayer, prayers is a two-way conversation.

Have you ever had a one-way conversation with someone? How did it turn out?

I have, I said what I needed to say, then I walked away. After some time of reflection, I would think to myself, well that did not solve my problem or answer my question, what a waste of time. Well, what did I expect, I was not listening.

This reminds me of a recent experience I had at the grocery store. I had my ear buds in my ears and a lady was speaking to me, but I could not hear her. She tapped me on the shoulder and said, “excuse me, did you hear me?” boy, I sure was embarrassed, she was asking for help to get an item from a shelf too high for her to reach.

Does this happen when God is talking to us? I can often become deaf to what God is trying to tell me because I allow the noise of the world to distract me. I need to remember to remove my ear buds and listen to his call.

Take away: Is your prayer live a monologue or a dialog?



]]> Today I hear Cardinal Sarah say that our world if full of noise, night and day is a constant stream of noise and there is no getting away from it. This constant noise can lead to false sense of tranquility. It is like having a one-way conversation with the world, It is talking to you and you have no way of getting a word in edge wise.

I have had a one-way conversation with Jesus several occasions, many more than I care to admit. It has happened with I am not happy with something in my life, and I am Telling Jesus how upset I am. A one-way conversation is not prayer, prayers is a two-way conversation.

Have you ever had a one-way conversation with someone? How did it turn out?

I have, I said what I needed to say, then I walked away. After some time of reflection, I would think to myself, well that did not solve my problem or answer my question, what a waste of time. Well, what did I expect, I was not listening.

This reminds me of a recent experience I had at the grocery store. I had my ear buds in my ears and a lady was speaking to me, but I could not hear her. She tapped me on the shoulder and said, “excuse me, did you hear me?” boy, I sure was embarrassed, she was asking for help to get an item from a shelf too high for her to reach.

Does this happen when God is talking to us? I can often become deaf to what God is trying to tell me because I allow the noise of the world to distract me. I need to remember to remove my ear buds and listen to his call.

Take away: Is your prayer live a monologue or a dialog?



]]> Buzzsprout-12370264 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 527 full false Grace in Suffering Day 22 Our True Purpose Grace in Suffering Day 22 Our True Purpose God wants to draw us into a deeper and more intimate relationship with Him. While we search for purpose in our lives, our suffering and our service, remembering God’s ultimate purpose for us can help us find meaning in our suffering and all that we do.

]]> God wants to draw us into a deeper and more intimate relationship with Him. While we search for purpose in our lives, our suffering and our service, remembering God’s ultimate purpose for us can help us find meaning in our suffering and all that we do.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365490 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 834 full false Silence in a Year Day 73 Alone with the Alone Silence in a Year Day 73 Alone with the Alone What I hear Cardinal Sarah tell me on this day is that if I want to pray, I must withdraw to a remote place wo that I can be alone with the ALONE. Of course he is talking about God..in the silence of my heart. He talks about this will bring us peace and joy however our self-centeredness prevents us from this. Asceticism means severe self-indulgence and avoidance of all forms of self-indulgence, which is not bad in of itself, however, we as humans tend to go overboard, and we do not always practice moderation well. Removing temptations from our daily life may be the only option we have when tempted with self-indulgence. We are tempted because we do not see self-indulgence binge watching tv when we can be doing chores, or social media when we should be working. Those may be the worst kinds of indulgences that take over our lives. These types of indulgences keep us from strengthening our relationship with God in the silence of our hearts.

Take Away: Are there things in your life that you over indulge in, if so, ask God to enter into your heart and help you get rid of those things.



]]> What I hear Cardinal Sarah tell me on this day is that if I want to pray, I must withdraw to a remote place wo that I can be alone with the ALONE. Of course he is talking about God..in the silence of my heart. He talks about this will bring us peace and joy however our self-centeredness prevents us from this. Asceticism means severe self-indulgence and avoidance of all forms of self-indulgence, which is not bad in of itself, however, we as humans tend to go overboard, and we do not always practice moderation well. Removing temptations from our daily life may be the only option we have when tempted with self-indulgence. We are tempted because we do not see self-indulgence binge watching tv when we can be doing chores, or social media when we should be working. Those may be the worst kinds of indulgences that take over our lives. These types of indulgences keep us from strengthening our relationship with God in the silence of our hearts.

Take Away: Are there things in your life that you over indulge in, if so, ask God to enter into your heart and help you get rid of those things.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370254 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 413 full false Grace in Suffering Day 21 The Book of Job Grace in Suffering Day 21 The Book of Job The story of Job - a righteous man who lost his family and possessions and then endured extreme physical ailments – can be troubling. However, Job is an example of faithfulness. He never turned away from God. While Job questioned God, his “humility returned”, and he came to realize that God’s ways were beyond his understanding.

]]> The story of Job - a righteous man who lost his family and possessions and then endured extreme physical ailments – can be troubling. However, Job is an example of faithfulness. He never turned away from God. While Job questioned God, his “humility returned”, and he came to realize that God’s ways were beyond his understanding.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365483 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 611 full false Silence in a Year Day 72 Union of the Soul Silence in a Year Day 72 Union of the Soul Cardinal Sarah says that “This is the silence of eternity, the union of the soul with God.”

First thing that came to mind was the mansion mentioned in John chapter 14 and how that mansion could me my heart. The room that can, should be filled with God but isn’t always. Being in union with God means being one with God and aligning my will with his, regardless of my expectations. We become one with God when we participate in the sacraments where we have a person encounter with him. That is what it means to participate, not just simple go to go, but be one with God in that moment, then take him with you when you go home.

What I understand Cardinal Sarah to mean is that we can encounter God every day in the silence of our hearts allowing him to simple love us. We become one with God when we find and see God in ALL things.

Take away; Cardinal Sarah talks about mortifying ourselves, adoring and loving him to become one with him. I challenge you to pick one of these three things and practicing that act for Love of God. Maybe even make it part of your Lenten practice.



]]> Cardinal Sarah says that “This is the silence of eternity, the union of the soul with God.”

First thing that came to mind was the mansion mentioned in John chapter 14 and how that mansion could me my heart. The room that can, should be filled with God but isn’t always. Being in union with God means being one with God and aligning my will with his, regardless of my expectations. We become one with God when we participate in the sacraments where we have a person encounter with him. That is what it means to participate, not just simple go to go, but be one with God in that moment, then take him with you when you go home.

What I understand Cardinal Sarah to mean is that we can encounter God every day in the silence of our hearts allowing him to simple love us. We become one with God when we find and see God in ALL things.

Take away; Cardinal Sarah talks about mortifying ourselves, adoring and loving him to become one with him. I challenge you to pick one of these three things and practicing that act for Love of God. Maybe even make it part of your Lenten practice.



]]> Buzzsprout-12370250 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 368 full false Grace in Suffering Day 20 When We Can’t Understand Grace in Suffering Day 20 When We Can’t Understand Often the purpose of our suffering remains a mystery to us. Jesus showed us the power of divine love and how powerful suffering can be. As Richard Rohr said, let our wounds become sacred wounds. It was said of St John Paul II that “he found the strength to transform his righteous rage into a fiery, divine love. The pain he encountered opened an immense spiritual depth in him.” His strength was Jesus. 

]]> Often the purpose of our suffering remains a mystery to us. Jesus showed us the power of divine love and how powerful suffering can be. As Richard Rohr said, let our wounds become sacred wounds. It was said of St John Paul II that “he found the strength to transform his righteous rage into a fiery, divine love. The pain he encountered opened an immense spiritual depth in him.” His strength was Jesus. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12365476 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 722 full false Silence in a Year Day 71 Interior Peace Silence in a Year Day 71 Interior Peace Today Cardinal Sarah talks about many of the Saints experienced the intense love of God. The further they ascended in his presence the mor intense it got.

The extreme size and scale of God’s love is unbelievable, but we can be immersed in his love or in disappear because we are afraid of that immensity, and we doubt it sometimes. Exodus chapter 17 is about Moses and the in the desert “the people grumbled against Moses” why because they did not have water. They could not fathom why Moses had taken them out into the desert to suffer, but in God’s immensity and love for his people he instructed Moses and there you go, they had water.

For me, walking into the kitchen I can find my glass of water. Sometimes the distractions of this world lead me into another room, and I never get my glass of water. But it was more than water that God gave them. He was trying to show them how extreme his love is!

God’s love and power cannot be measured. We get so wrapped up in the grand things in life, and the prayers that were not answered, that we fail to see the miracles in our daily life. We grumble about what wasn’t done and fail to see what was.

When I come to him with a sincere heart I can easily get lost in that grand space of his love!

Take away; Do you see how immense God’s love is for you in the simple things in life, like providing water?



]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about many of the Saints experienced the intense love of God. The further they ascended in his presence the mor intense it got.

The extreme size and scale of God’s love is unbelievable, but we can be immersed in his love or in disappear because we are afraid of that immensity, and we doubt it sometimes. Exodus chapter 17 is about Moses and the in the desert “the people grumbled against Moses” why because they did not have water. They could not fathom why Moses had taken them out into the desert to suffer, but in God’s immensity and love for his people he instructed Moses and there you go, they had water.

For me, walking into the kitchen I can find my glass of water. Sometimes the distractions of this world lead me into another room, and I never get my glass of water. But it was more than water that God gave them. He was trying to show them how extreme his love is!

God’s love and power cannot be measured. We get so wrapped up in the grand things in life, and the prayers that were not answered, that we fail to see the miracles in our daily life. We grumble about what wasn’t done and fail to see what was.

When I come to him with a sincere heart I can easily get lost in that grand space of his love!

Take away; Do you see how immense God’s love is for you in the simple things in life, like providing water?



]]> Buzzsprout-12370247 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 433 full false Grace in Suffering Day 19 Our Desire to Understand Grace in Suffering Day 19 Our Desire to Understand As humans we have a need to understand the meaning of suffering. Knowing there is a purpose makes it a bit easier to deal with suffering. Mary may not have known the exact purpose for her son’s suffering, but she was able to trust God and knew He had a purpose for it. While most answers to the meaning of suffering are inadequate, St John Paul II encourages us to look to Jesus. “Divine love is the ultimate meaning for everything that exists.” 

]]> As humans we have a need to understand the meaning of suffering. Knowing there is a purpose makes it a bit easier to deal with suffering. Mary may not have known the exact purpose for her son’s suffering, but she was able to trust God and knew He had a purpose for it. While most answers to the meaning of suffering are inadequate, St John Paul II encourages us to look to Jesus. “Divine love is the ultimate meaning for everything that exists.” 

]]> Buzzsprout-12365471 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 652 full false Silence in a Year Day 70 Estranged from this World Silence in a Year Day 70 Estranged from this World In this paragraph Cardinal Sarah is talking about being our true homeland and that is with God and when we are in the presence of God in our hearts we are separated from this earth.

This reminds me of John 14 where Jesus comforts his disciples and tells them “My Father’s house has many rooms”, this passage is common at funerals to remind us that we inherit eternal life through Jesus at Calvary. Our homeland is not on earth, we are simply passing through, with the ultimate goal is to dwell with God for eternity in his Homeland. We meet this homeland at mass, where heaven and earth are united.

I remember the first time I expected the feeling of being one with God. It was after a long time of feeling unworthy and not feeling the presence of God in my heart. No matter how much I tried and how much I longed for the feeling it just wasn’t there. Anyway, I was attending morning Mass at St. Gregory several times a week before going to work. I had a vision of the Blessed Mother in the garden of Our Lady of Guadalupe. I heard her calling to me and telling me that God was with me in my trials. I felt so much peace at that moment. I feel like that is what Cardinal Sarah is trying to tell us. That when we feel that joy we don’t ever want to go back to the emptiness that we feel when we think only of this world.

Take away; Are you living for this world or are you striving to reach your ultimate homeland to dwell with God for all eternity?



]]> In this paragraph Cardinal Sarah is talking about being our true homeland and that is with God and when we are in the presence of God in our hearts we are separated from this earth.

This reminds me of John 14 where Jesus comforts his disciples and tells them “My Father’s house has many rooms”, this passage is common at funerals to remind us that we inherit eternal life through Jesus at Calvary. Our homeland is not on earth, we are simply passing through, with the ultimate goal is to dwell with God for eternity in his Homeland. We meet this homeland at mass, where heaven and earth are united.

I remember the first time I expected the feeling of being one with God. It was after a long time of feeling unworthy and not feeling the presence of God in my heart. No matter how much I tried and how much I longed for the feeling it just wasn’t there. Anyway, I was attending morning Mass at St. Gregory several times a week before going to work. I had a vision of the Blessed Mother in the garden of Our Lady of Guadalupe. I heard her calling to me and telling me that God was with me in my trials. I felt so much peace at that moment. I feel like that is what Cardinal Sarah is trying to tell us. That when we feel that joy we don’t ever want to go back to the emptiness that we feel when we think only of this world.

Take away; Are you living for this world or are you striving to reach your ultimate homeland to dwell with God for all eternity?



]]> Buzzsprout-12370245 Sat, 11 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 439 full false Grace in Suffering Day 18 Trust Grace in Suffering Day 18 Trust Suffering can challenge our level of trust, especially our trust in God. However, suffering can be an opportunity to allow our trust to reach a new level with those close to us, with those in our community and with God. We can help each other grow in trust and therefore faith in God.

]]> Suffering can challenge our level of trust, especially our trust in God. However, suffering can be an opportunity to allow our trust to reach a new level with those close to us, with those in our community and with God. We can help each other grow in trust and therefore faith in God.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365467 Sat, 11 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 624 full false Grace in Suffering Day 17 Surrender Grace in Suffering Day 17 Surrender Suffering can easily bring us to a point where we feel like giving up. Surrender is not giving up, but rather giving over to God. God is already present in our suffering. Realizing this, we can be encouraged to surrender and thus allow God to be fully immersed in our suffering. In surrender, the fruits of the Holy Spirit such as joy and peace are present.

]]> Suffering can easily bring us to a point where we feel like giving up. Surrender is not giving up, but rather giving over to God. God is already present in our suffering. Realizing this, we can be encouraged to surrender and thus allow God to be fully immersed in our suffering. In surrender, the fruits of the Holy Spirit such as joy and peace are present.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365463 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 656 full false Silence in a Year Day 69 Fearsome Shores Silence in a Year Day 69 Fearsome Shores Cardinal Sarah says, I do not think it possible to approach God’s majesty without trembling in dread and astonishment.  This brings to mind the gift of Fear of the Lord, which is being aware of the awe and wonder, the astonishment that is our Powerful God.  Fear of the Lord creates a deep reverence in our hearts towards God.    I think Cardinal Sarah  touches on fear vs fear of the Lord.  Silence can frighten us, because it may take us places we are scared to go, memories, past experiences, etc.  but for me, I think God brings these things to the surface so that He can heal them.  In silence we can grow in the gift of Fear of the Lord, grow in a greater awe of our God, a greater reverence of Him.  Love drowns out fear, so when we grow in Fear of the Lord, our fears of the world dissipate.

]]> Cardinal Sarah says, I do not think it possible to approach God’s majesty without trembling in dread and astonishment.  This brings to mind the gift of Fear of the Lord, which is being aware of the awe and wonder, the astonishment that is our Powerful God.  Fear of the Lord creates a deep reverence in our hearts towards God.    I think Cardinal Sarah  touches on fear vs fear of the Lord.  Silence can frighten us, because it may take us places we are scared to go, memories, past experiences, etc.  but for me, I think God brings these things to the surface so that He can heal them.  In silence we can grow in the gift of Fear of the Lord, grow in a greater awe of our God, a greater reverence of Him.  Love drowns out fear, so when we grow in Fear of the Lord, our fears of the world dissipate.

]]> Buzzsprout-12275532 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 548 full false Grace in Suffering Day 16 The Brave Little Soul Grace in Suffering Day 16 The Brave Little Soul The Brave Little Soul described by John Alessi volunteers to go into the world and suffer to unlock love for the good of all humanity. People gave their hearts while caring for the Brave Little Soul and lives were changed forever. The world was a better place.

]]> The Brave Little Soul described by John Alessi volunteers to go into the world and suffer to unlock love for the good of all humanity. People gave their hearts while caring for the Brave Little Soul and lives were changed forever. The world was a better place.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365452 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 492 full false Silence in a Year Day 68 Silence Enables Man Silence in a Year Day 68 Silence Enables Man Cardinal Sarah describes how man find it difficult to be in silence and that used to be true for me. Not hard to be alone or without noise but to be alone in my head. Then silence was forced upon me when my children left the nest, and with a husband who works all the time, I was home alone, and it was REALLY quiet. I lived with the TV or radio on, anything to drawn out the silence. That is until one Lent I gave up noise. That was not easy but so rewarding. I learned to embrace the silence and I love it!
Cardinal Sarah used the analogy of the skiff being pushed into a shore that is still feared, feared because of it was on unfamiliar land. That is what silence was for me until I became familiar with the land and realized how beautiful it was. Because I was not alone on that skiff, Jesus is with me.
Jeremiah 17 says “I, the Lord, alone probe the mind and test the heart,” Jeremiah is challenging us to get out in the skiff and allow the Lord to transform our hearts, especially during the scariest time of our lives.
Take away; if God were to probe your mind and test your heart, what would he find? Would he find you fitting the silence because it was difficult for you, or would he find you embracing it. Embrace it..it is beautiful.

]]> Cardinal Sarah describes how man find it difficult to be in silence and that used to be true for me. Not hard to be alone or without noise but to be alone in my head. Then silence was forced upon me when my children left the nest, and with a husband who works all the time, I was home alone, and it was REALLY quiet. I lived with the TV or radio on, anything to drawn out the silence. That is until one Lent I gave up noise. That was not easy but so rewarding. I learned to embrace the silence and I love it!
Cardinal Sarah used the analogy of the skiff being pushed into a shore that is still feared, feared because of it was on unfamiliar land. That is what silence was for me until I became familiar with the land and realized how beautiful it was. Because I was not alone on that skiff, Jesus is with me.
Jeremiah 17 says “I, the Lord, alone probe the mind and test the heart,” Jeremiah is challenging us to get out in the skiff and allow the Lord to transform our hearts, especially during the scariest time of our lives.
Take away; if God were to probe your mind and test your heart, what would he find? Would he find you fitting the silence because it was difficult for you, or would he find you embracing it. Embrace it..it is beautiful.

]]> Buzzsprout-12275485 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 455 full false Grace in Suffering Day 15 Despair Grace in Suffering Day 15 Despair Despair can leave us feeling that nothing will ever change and can cause us to lose hope. Jesus is our eternal hope. One way to regain our hope and pull ourselves out of despair is to reach out to others as Mother Teresa did. Even during her time of darkness, she saw Jesus in those she served.

]]> Despair can leave us feeling that nothing will ever change and can cause us to lose hope. Jesus is our eternal hope. One way to regain our hope and pull ourselves out of despair is to reach out to others as Mother Teresa did. Even during her time of darkness, she saw Jesus in those she served.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365441 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 531 full false Silence in a Year Day 67 Another Look at Man Silence in a Year Day 67 Another Look at Man Cardinal Sarah talks about how we need to stop encountering ourselves to make God present, no longer hear ourselves, to hear God speak to us.  We need to continuously empty ourselves.  We are own worst enemy, our own obstacle to living a life of grace.  As I prepare to help lead a retreat, I am thinking of how can we remove the obstacles that prevent us growing closer to Christ.  I think we need to ask Him out loud in prayer, Jesus, what do you need to empty me of so I can grow closer to you.  I think of Peter walking out to Jesus on the water.  Peter is looking at Jesus, keeping his eyes on him and walking towards Jesus.  But then the obstacle of fear comes, Peter looses focus and starts sinking and panicking.  Fear is such a huge obstacle that prevents us from living out our faith fully.  The noise of the world, through news, through chatter, through gossip are all obstacles.  Keeping our eyes on Christ allows us to fill up our world with His Presence.  What obstacles are keeping you from growing closer to Christ?

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about how we need to stop encountering ourselves to make God present, no longer hear ourselves, to hear God speak to us.  We need to continuously empty ourselves.  We are own worst enemy, our own obstacle to living a life of grace.  As I prepare to help lead a retreat, I am thinking of how can we remove the obstacles that prevent us growing closer to Christ.  I think we need to ask Him out loud in prayer, Jesus, what do you need to empty me of so I can grow closer to you.  I think of Peter walking out to Jesus on the water.  Peter is looking at Jesus, keeping his eyes on him and walking towards Jesus.  But then the obstacle of fear comes, Peter looses focus and starts sinking and panicking.  Fear is such a huge obstacle that prevents us from living out our faith fully.  The noise of the world, through news, through chatter, through gossip are all obstacles.  Keeping our eyes on Christ allows us to fill up our world with His Presence.  What obstacles are keeping you from growing closer to Christ?

]]> Buzzsprout-12275483 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 499 full false Grace in Suffering Day 14 Fear Grace in Suffering Day 14 Fear Buzzsprout-12365617 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 580 full false Silence in a Year Day 66 Wonderous Habits Silence in a Year Day 66 Wonderous Habits  Cardinal Sarah talks about the homilies of Isaac the Syrian who wrote to love silence above all things, because it brings near to fruit that the tongue cannot express.  Silence allows us to grow in humility.  Being present to God without words is a beautiful prayer!  Cardinal Sarah says in the silence of humiliation and self mortification, the turmoil of the flesh is tamed.  I was listening to a talk about feedback which really resonated with me recently.  Someone made a comment that better communication was needed.  I was offended by this feedback because I had made an effort and reached out to this person several times asking for information in order to provide effective communication.  The person who was speaking about feedback that you found untrue, as I had in this situation, said just to accept it humbly.  That what is important is our response, whether we feel the feedback is wrong or right, to accept it humbly.  This speaker’s point has helped me recognize I need to tame my response,  and be humble not defensive as the turmoil with me flesh would cause me to do.  

]]>  Cardinal Sarah talks about the homilies of Isaac the Syrian who wrote to love silence above all things, because it brings near to fruit that the tongue cannot express.  Silence allows us to grow in humility.  Being present to God without words is a beautiful prayer!  Cardinal Sarah says in the silence of humiliation and self mortification, the turmoil of the flesh is tamed.  I was listening to a talk about feedback which really resonated with me recently.  Someone made a comment that better communication was needed.  I was offended by this feedback because I had made an effort and reached out to this person several times asking for information in order to provide effective communication.  The person who was speaking about feedback that you found untrue, as I had in this situation, said just to accept it humbly.  That what is important is our response, whether we feel the feedback is wrong or right, to accept it humbly.  This speaker’s point has helped me recognize I need to tame my response,  and be humble not defensive as the turmoil with me flesh would cause me to do.  

]]> Buzzsprout-12275475 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 521 full false Silence in a Year Day 65 Lord, Teach us to Pray Silence in a Year Day 65 Lord, Teach us to Pray Cardinal Sarah tells us that prayer consists of listening to God speak silently with us.  Christ is the Master who can teach us to pray and to pray is to love and to be present to Jesus.  When we are present to Jesus, and He is present to us, that is solitude, a oneness with Him.  He calls us to pray unceasingly.  Often, I find solitude sitting outside, enjoying the sounds of nature, the beauty of God’s creation, watching the clouds in the sky, the birds glide through the sky, the breeze making the water move.  Jesus is present in nature, and I am present to Him.

]]> Cardinal Sarah tells us that prayer consists of listening to God speak silently with us.  Christ is the Master who can teach us to pray and to pray is to love and to be present to Jesus.  When we are present to Jesus, and He is present to us, that is solitude, a oneness with Him.  He calls us to pray unceasingly.  Often, I find solitude sitting outside, enjoying the sounds of nature, the beauty of God’s creation, watching the clouds in the sky, the birds glide through the sky, the breeze making the water move.  Jesus is present in nature, and I am present to Him.

]]> Buzzsprout-12365567 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 532 full false Grace in Suffering Day 13 Anger Grace in Suffering Day 13 Anger Anger is a natural response to challenges that occur in our lives. It is OK to be angry and to take our anger to God.  He knows our pain and understands. He can protect us from being consumed by our anger. He will forgive us if we blame Him and He will help us forgive ourselves and others.

]]> Anger is a natural response to challenges that occur in our lives. It is OK to be angry and to take our anger to God.  He knows our pain and understands. He can protect us from being consumed by our anger. He will forgive us if we blame Him and He will help us forgive ourselves and others.

]]> Buzzsprout-12279415 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 720 full false Grace in Suffering Day 12 Loneliness Grace in Suffering Day 12 Loneliness Suffering can cause isolation. Loneliness can develop if we feel no one else understands what we are enduring or if our suffering hinders or prevents us from engaging in activities as we normally would. We can increase our feeling of loneliness if we shut others out, especially God. Isolation does not have to be lonely if we allow God to be present with us.

]]> Suffering can cause isolation. Loneliness can develop if we feel no one else understands what we are enduring or if our suffering hinders or prevents us from engaging in activities as we normally would. We can increase our feeling of loneliness if we shut others out, especially God. Isolation does not have to be lonely if we allow God to be present with us.

]]> Buzzsprout-12279114 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 646 full false Silence in a Year Day 64 The Lord at Our Side Silence in a Year Day 64 The Lord at Our Side Cardinal Sarah talks about connection between prayer and the Word. The key here is word with a capital W. First question for me would be, what does connection mean? “A relationship in which a person, thing or idea is linked or associated with something else.” So, there is connection between us to God in prayer.
We are linked to God through Sacraments, and through prayer. The connection if through interaction with him. We speak, He speaks, not necessarily in words, it’s more like a feeling of peace in my heart.
Cardinal Sarah also talks about “imagining the Lord at our side” when we reflect on his Word.
Being able to relate scripture to current life situations helps understand and imagine the Lord at my side. However, the only way I can do that is to empty myself of the external noise and unite myself with God.
Take away: How do you connect with God? What is your link?

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about connection between prayer and the Word. The key here is word with a capital W. First question for me would be, what does connection mean? “A relationship in which a person, thing or idea is linked or associated with something else.” So, there is connection between us to God in prayer.
We are linked to God through Sacraments, and through prayer. The connection if through interaction with him. We speak, He speaks, not necessarily in words, it’s more like a feeling of peace in my heart.
Cardinal Sarah also talks about “imagining the Lord at our side” when we reflect on his Word.
Being able to relate scripture to current life situations helps understand and imagine the Lord at my side. However, the only way I can do that is to empty myself of the external noise and unite myself with God.
Take away: How do you connect with God? What is your link?

]]> Buzzsprout-12275505 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 455 full false Grace in Suffering Day 11 Suffering of Others Grace in Suffering Day 11 Suffering of Others Entering the suffering of others can be uncomfortable and even painful. So why would we want to enter the suffering of others? St Pope John Paul II said, “The distinctive mark of the Christian, today more than ever, must be love for the poor, the weak, the suffering.” We are called to love. And in our loving care for those suffering, through God, they have the power to transform us and the world. 

]]> Entering the suffering of others can be uncomfortable and even painful. So why would we want to enter the suffering of others? St Pope John Paul II said, “The distinctive mark of the Christian, today more than ever, must be love for the poor, the weak, the suffering.” We are called to love. And in our loving care for those suffering, through God, they have the power to transform us and the world. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12279101 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 598 full false Silence in a Year Day 63 In the Presence of the Eternal Silence in a Year Day 63 In the Presence of the Eternal Cardinal Sarah says if we remain ourselves, we are full of noise, conceit and anger.  One way to surrender more fully to God, is to prostrate ourselves.  Lay down in front of the Tabernacle, lay down in front of Jesus in the Monstrance on our faces and surrender fully to Him.  This posture is one that I often take during Adoration, to lay down at His feet.  I have prayerful experiences while in this posture.  One was Jesus was standing in front of me and I laid down prostrate at His feet, grabbing His ankles with my head touching His feet, just telling Him I give You my whole self.   He grabbed my hands and had me stand up so He could embrace me.  I think sometimes when we are struggling and are having a hard time surrendering a situation to Jesus, taking on this posture can help us do it.  We are opening ourselves up to surrendering to Him through prostrating ourselves.   What do you need to fully surrender to Jesus?

]]> Cardinal Sarah says if we remain ourselves, we are full of noise, conceit and anger.  One way to surrender more fully to God, is to prostrate ourselves.  Lay down in front of the Tabernacle, lay down in front of Jesus in the Monstrance on our faces and surrender fully to Him.  This posture is one that I often take during Adoration, to lay down at His feet.  I have prayerful experiences while in this posture.  One was Jesus was standing in front of me and I laid down prostrate at His feet, grabbing His ankles with my head touching His feet, just telling Him I give You my whole self.   He grabbed my hands and had me stand up so He could embrace me.  I think sometimes when we are struggling and are having a hard time surrendering a situation to Jesus, taking on this posture can help us do it.  We are opening ourselves up to surrendering to Him through prostrating ourselves.   What do you need to fully surrender to Jesus?

]]> Buzzsprout-12275456 Sat, 04 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 382 full false Grace in Suffering Day 10 Allowing Others into Our Suffering Grace in Suffering Day 10 Allowing Others into Our Suffering Letting others know we are suffering is very different from letting them INTO our suffering. Allowing people into our suffering may mean being vulnerable with them. Vulnerability does not mean weakness or loss of dignity. Our dignity is found completely in Jesus. So, our suffering obtains its full value by letting God and others into it. 

]]> Letting others know we are suffering is very different from letting them INTO our suffering. Allowing people into our suffering may mean being vulnerable with them. Vulnerability does not mean weakness or loss of dignity. Our dignity is found completely in Jesus. So, our suffering obtains its full value by letting God and others into it. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12279089 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 644 full false Silence in a Year Day 62 Master Interior Silence Silence in a Year Day 62 Master Interior Silence Today Cardinal Sarah talks about renunciation and asceticism. In other words, self-discipline and avoidance from the things that keep us from being with God. How often do we want to indulge in things of this world to make us feel better?
During Lent we are called to abstain from eating meat on Fridays, we can also deny ourselves from something that we enjoy and lift that sacrifice up for God. But, it shouldn’t only be during Lent, we should deny ourselves from the things that separate us from God, such as sin.
Cardinal Sarah also states that if man does not mortify himself, he remains outside of God.
The most common definition of mortification is embarrassment and shame. However, that is not what Cardinal Sarah is talking about. He means subduing one’s bodily desires, the desires of the flesh which separate us from the love of God.
Why is mortification so hard? For me because I want what I want, and I often forget the consequences of those earthly desires. You see it on tv, you can have the best, newest and most expensive things, but does it really fulfill your desires. Maybe for the moment but the love of God can fulfill that desire for ever.
Take way; What keeps you outside of God? How can you practice self-discipline in order to enter into the silence of your heart with God?

]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about renunciation and asceticism. In other words, self-discipline and avoidance from the things that keep us from being with God. How often do we want to indulge in things of this world to make us feel better?
During Lent we are called to abstain from eating meat on Fridays, we can also deny ourselves from something that we enjoy and lift that sacrifice up for God. But, it shouldn’t only be during Lent, we should deny ourselves from the things that separate us from God, such as sin.
Cardinal Sarah also states that if man does not mortify himself, he remains outside of God.
The most common definition of mortification is embarrassment and shame. However, that is not what Cardinal Sarah is talking about. He means subduing one’s bodily desires, the desires of the flesh which separate us from the love of God.
Why is mortification so hard? For me because I want what I want, and I often forget the consequences of those earthly desires. You see it on tv, you can have the best, newest and most expensive things, but does it really fulfill your desires. Maybe for the moment but the love of God can fulfill that desire for ever.
Take way; What keeps you outside of God? How can you practice self-discipline in order to enter into the silence of your heart with God?

]]> Buzzsprout-12275448 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 419 full false Grace in Suffering Day 9 Embracing our Suffering Grace in Suffering Day 9 Embracing our Suffering If we can acknowledge our suffering (say it) and own our suffering (admit it is now part of our lives), we can then begin to work on embracing our suffering. This process may look different for each of us, but if we are able to lean into our suffering, it becomes possible to ask God how He wants us to use this suffering.

]]> If we can acknowledge our suffering (say it) and own our suffering (admit it is now part of our lives), we can then begin to work on embracing our suffering. This process may look different for each of us, but if we are able to lean into our suffering, it becomes possible to ask God how He wants us to use this suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12304445 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 627 full false Silence in a Year Day 61 Closely United to Jesus Silence in a Year Day 61 Closely United to Jesus Cardinal Sarah talks about how during Liturgical Feasts we often are not allowing Christ to dwell in our hearts.  He mentions a passage from the Imitation Christ talking about getting our hearts ready.  I feel like this is how we are called to prepare for Mass so that Christ can fully dwell in our hearts.  We are called to make our bodies an abode for Him.  To make ourselves a home for Him in our hearts, minds and souls–fully united!  So that He satisfies all our wants and needs.

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about how during Liturgical Feasts we often are not allowing Christ to dwell in our hearts.  He mentions a passage from the Imitation Christ talking about getting our hearts ready.  I feel like this is how we are called to prepare for Mass so that Christ can fully dwell in our hearts.  We are called to make our bodies an abode for Him.  To make ourselves a home for Him in our hearts, minds and souls–fully united!  So that He satisfies all our wants and needs.

]]> Buzzsprout-12275442 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 472 full false Silence in a Year Day 60 A Grand Reception Silence in a Year Day 60 A Grand Reception Rituals were created for us to grow closer to God, but often we allow them to become routine rather than intentional. 
Cardinal Sarah talks about the “ritual” in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Everyone was so excited but at the end of the day, yet Jesus was not offered a place to sleep in the city. Cardinal Sarah goes further by saying that Jerusalem did not understand the profound significance of the visit. It brought to mind the “rituals” that we are part of during the sacraments and I think do we know why we do what we do or are we just participating with the crowd like that Palm Sunday when everyone was so excited and yet did not understand.

What significant rituals do you find most confusing?

I hear people talk about why we sit, stand, and kneel during mass. They each have a purpose and the posture required to show reverence for the particular part of the mass.

I ask myself, am I loyal to Jesus even when there is so much commotion and activity in my life?

Take away: Do you know why you do what you do? If not, there are resources to answer your questions. Why do we do what we do? Is it just a process or are we getting something out of what we do?



]]> Rituals were created for us to grow closer to God, but often we allow them to become routine rather than intentional. 
Cardinal Sarah talks about the “ritual” in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Everyone was so excited but at the end of the day, yet Jesus was not offered a place to sleep in the city. Cardinal Sarah goes further by saying that Jerusalem did not understand the profound significance of the visit. It brought to mind the “rituals” that we are part of during the sacraments and I think do we know why we do what we do or are we just participating with the crowd like that Palm Sunday when everyone was so excited and yet did not understand.

What significant rituals do you find most confusing?

I hear people talk about why we sit, stand, and kneel during mass. They each have a purpose and the posture required to show reverence for the particular part of the mass.

I ask myself, am I loyal to Jesus even when there is so much commotion and activity in my life?

Take away: Do you know why you do what you do? If not, there are resources to answer your questions. Why do we do what we do? Is it just a process or are we getting something out of what we do?



]]> Buzzsprout-12275318 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500 383 full false Grace in Suffering Day 8 Sharing our Suffering Grace in Suffering Day 8 Sharing our Suffering There are many reasons it can be difficult to share our suffering with others. Perhaps we don’t want to be a burden to others, we don’t want to feel vulnerable, we think our suffering is not significant, or we try to “protect” people from our suffering. However, sharing our suffering with others can have value for us and them. 

]]> There are many reasons it can be difficult to share our suffering with others. Perhaps we don’t want to be a burden to others, we don’t want to feel vulnerable, we think our suffering is not significant, or we try to “protect” people from our suffering. However, sharing our suffering with others can have value for us and them. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12231552 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 477 full false Silence in a Year Day 59 Support is Necessary Silence in a Year Day 59 Support is Necessary Being inundated with God's Love allows us to be flooded with His Love.  When we are flooded with His Love, we become His vessel, pouring out God's Love.  Spending time with God's Word helps us to grow closer to Him, grow in intimacy with Him.  When we take the time to really dive into His Word, to use imaginative prayer, picturing ourselves alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, we can more effectively hear Him speak to us.  We become more open to hearing His Voice, more open to receiving His Love.

]]> Being inundated with God's Love allows us to be flooded with His Love.  When we are flooded with His Love, we become His vessel, pouring out God's Love.  Spending time with God's Word helps us to grow closer to Him, grow in intimacy with Him.  When we take the time to really dive into His Word, to use imaginative prayer, picturing ourselves alongside Jesus, witnessing His miracles, we can more effectively hear Him speak to us.  We become more open to hearing His Voice, more open to receiving His Love.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231577 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 370 full false Grace in Suffering Day 7 Owning Our Own Personal Suffering Grace in Suffering Day 7 Owning Our Own Personal Suffering We may pretend to be OK, because we WANT to be OK, because we don’t want to dwell on our troubles or because we think there are so many “greater” issues in the world. Instead of minimizing our suffering, we should work towards acknowledging it and owning it. By doing this and by not comparing our suffering to that of others or to that of Jesus, we can ask God how He wants us to use our suffering.

]]> We may pretend to be OK, because we WANT to be OK, because we don’t want to dwell on our troubles or because we think there are so many “greater” issues in the world. Instead of minimizing our suffering, we should work towards acknowledging it and owning it. By doing this and by not comparing our suffering to that of others or to that of Jesus, we can ask God how He wants us to use our suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231550 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 464 full false Silence in a Year Day 58 Divine Liberation Silence in a Year Day 58 Divine Liberation What struck me the most about this reflection is where Cardinal Sarah says “silence is a divine liberation that unifies man and places him at the center of himself, in the depths of God’s Mysteries.” The depths being the depths of God, because when you become one with Him, the things of this world do not matter. Jesus died to liberate us from ourselves. We are our own worst enemy, and when we turn into God, he frees us from ourselves. Being in silence with God in our hearts is not restricting, it is much the opposite. He frees me from the storms raging around me, to save me from myself and show me that if I allow myself to be to totally and completely reliant on him, my soul will be saved.

]]> What struck me the most about this reflection is where Cardinal Sarah says “silence is a divine liberation that unifies man and places him at the center of himself, in the depths of God’s Mysteries.” The depths being the depths of God, because when you become one with Him, the things of this world do not matter. Jesus died to liberate us from ourselves. We are our own worst enemy, and when we turn into God, he frees us from ourselves. Being in silence with God in our hearts is not restricting, it is much the opposite. He frees me from the storms raging around me, to save me from myself and show me that if I allow myself to be to totally and completely reliant on him, my soul will be saved.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231573 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 609 full false Grace in Suffering Day 6 Acknowledging our Suffering: Denial Grace in Suffering Day 6 Acknowledging our Suffering: Denial Denial can serve a purpose especially when we are first faced with difficult news. Often, we need time to process what has happened while we figure out how to move forward. Over time, we need to move out of denial so that it does not block us from God’s grace or cause us additional suffering.

]]> Denial can serve a purpose especially when we are first faced with difficult news. Often, we need time to process what has happened while we figure out how to move forward. Over time, we need to move out of denial so that it does not block us from God’s grace or cause us additional suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231546 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 616 full false Silence in a Year Day 57 Perfect Silence of God Silence in a Year Day 57 Perfect Silence of God When I reflect on this paragraph, I hear Cardinal Sarah express the great gift of the Eucharist. I immediately thought about the video “The Veil Removed”. If you have not watched it, I encourage you to do so. I see Jesus on the altar reciting the Words of Consecration as He offers Himself to us in the form of bread and wine, notice the drop of blood that falls into the chalice from the cross. In today’s gospel Mt 4 it says, “One does not live on bread alone, but by every word that comes forth from the mouth of God”. The Blessed Sacrament nourishes our body and it became the food that feeds our soul so we could live with Him forever. Mary at the foot of the altar fills my heart even more each time I watch the video. Mary encourages us, begs us to come with her. To come to the foot of the Cross, the Cross of Salvation, where her Son died for us. She prays that we can be as close to Him as she is, in love and self-sacrifice. Cardinal Sarah emphasizes that it is “necessary to plant our life firmly on three great realities: the Cross, the Host, and the Virgin."

]]> When I reflect on this paragraph, I hear Cardinal Sarah express the great gift of the Eucharist. I immediately thought about the video “The Veil Removed”. If you have not watched it, I encourage you to do so. I see Jesus on the altar reciting the Words of Consecration as He offers Himself to us in the form of bread and wine, notice the drop of blood that falls into the chalice from the cross. In today’s gospel Mt 4 it says, “One does not live on bread alone, but by every word that comes forth from the mouth of God”. The Blessed Sacrament nourishes our body and it became the food that feeds our soul so we could live with Him forever. Mary at the foot of the altar fills my heart even more each time I watch the video. Mary encourages us, begs us to come with her. To come to the foot of the Cross, the Cross of Salvation, where her Son died for us. She prays that we can be as close to Him as she is, in love and self-sacrifice. Cardinal Sarah emphasizes that it is “necessary to plant our life firmly on three great realities: the Cross, the Host, and the Virgin."

]]> Buzzsprout-12231572 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 546 full false Grace in Suffering Day 5 The Beam Grace in Suffering Day 5 The Beam Jeff Cavins in his book When You Suffer describes a beam which is 25 feet long, 1 foot wide and 1 foot tall. He provides several scenarios for the placement of this beam and what might motivate us to walk across this beam. It brings up questions about fear, faith, trust, and sacrifice.

]]> Jeff Cavins in his book When You Suffer describes a beam which is 25 feet long, 1 foot wide and 1 foot tall. He provides several scenarios for the placement of this beam and what might motivate us to walk across this beam. It brings up questions about fear, faith, trust, and sacrifice.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231538 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 652 full false Silence in a Year Day 56 Nourished Abundantly Silence in a Year Day 56 Nourished Abundantly Cardinal Sarah talks about devoting time with Jesus to be nourished ABUNDANTLY. Meaning in large quantities/plentifully
Mt 6:21 says “where your treasure is, that is where your heart is” I have mentioned in earlier episodes that I was not always so devoted to prayer. My time was spent being a taxi for my children driving them from activity to activity and when not doing that I was working. Not a good excuse but that is what I told myself. It was during Lent that I would try to do better but not always successful. However, as my relationship with God grew my devotion also grew and He showed me that He was always with me, giving me courage to do things I never thought I could do, like a podcast where I shared my faith with you. He became my Light in the darkness; Is chapter 58 says “Then light shall rise for you in the darkness, and the gloom shall become for you like midday; Then the LORD will guide you always”. St Augustine said “since love grows within so beauty grows. For love is the beauty of the soul” Do you feel God’s beauty and love in the silence of your heart?
How much time do we devote to God? If you knew that God would bless you abundantly would the time you spent with Jesus grow? He already did, by dying on a cross to save us from death. Now consider how much time you spend devoted to your hobbies?

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about devoting time with Jesus to be nourished ABUNDANTLY. Meaning in large quantities/plentifully
Mt 6:21 says “where your treasure is, that is where your heart is” I have mentioned in earlier episodes that I was not always so devoted to prayer. My time was spent being a taxi for my children driving them from activity to activity and when not doing that I was working. Not a good excuse but that is what I told myself. It was during Lent that I would try to do better but not always successful. However, as my relationship with God grew my devotion also grew and He showed me that He was always with me, giving me courage to do things I never thought I could do, like a podcast where I shared my faith with you. He became my Light in the darkness; Is chapter 58 says “Then light shall rise for you in the darkness, and the gloom shall become for you like midday; Then the LORD will guide you always”. St Augustine said “since love grows within so beauty grows. For love is the beauty of the soul” Do you feel God’s beauty and love in the silence of your heart?
How much time do we devote to God? If you knew that God would bless you abundantly would the time you spent with Jesus grow? He already did, by dying on a cross to save us from death. Now consider how much time you spend devoted to your hobbies?

]]> Buzzsprout-12231571 Sat, 25 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 416 full false Grace in Suffering Day 4 Why This? Grace in Suffering Day 4 Why This? Day 4: Why Me? Why This?

It is natural to ask why me and why this, especially when we are blindsided by the difficult circumstances in our lives. It is OK to ask these questions and to take these questions to God. It seems impossible to make sense of suffering and in particular of evil – suffering that is the result of something that someone else has done to us. Looking to Jesus and his own questioning of God in the Garden of Gethsemane, may we begin to shift our questions to how we can grow closer to God and how God wants us to use our suffering.

]]> Day 4: Why Me? Why This?

It is natural to ask why me and why this, especially when we are blindsided by the difficult circumstances in our lives. It is OK to ask these questions and to take these questions to God. It seems impossible to make sense of suffering and in particular of evil – suffering that is the result of something that someone else has done to us. Looking to Jesus and his own questioning of God in the Garden of Gethsemane, may we begin to shift our questions to how we can grow closer to God and how God wants us to use our suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231540 Sat, 25 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 614 full false Silence in a Year Day 55 Love Demands the Maximum Silence in a Year Day 55 Love Demands the Maximum Today Cardinal Sarah narrates a visit that St. Teresa of Calcutta had by Angelo Comastri who is now the Cardinal Archbishop of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. When the priest first called requesting to visit St. Teresa, he was told no, because she did not have time. He went anyway, was again told that St. Teresa was too busy to see him. He was persistent and eventually St. Teresa came out to see him. He was a new priest and wanted St. Teresa to pray for him.
She asked him a question that surprised him, how much time did you spend in prayer each day? He began to rattle of everything he did:  Mass, Rosary, Divine Mercy…
He was surprised when St. Teresa told him that that was not enough. He thought she would have told him to do acts of charity, but she told him, he need to pray more, to give God the maximum.  
Without God present in our hearts through prayer, all the actions that we do are meaningless.
St Teresa’s giving was not of monetary donations but of her love and time for those around her.  She once said, “Do ordinary things with extraordinary love.”
She also said, “Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do, but how much love we put into action that we do.”
Matthew chapter 25 says “Truly I tell you, whatever you do for the least of my brothers you do for me.” But we can do nothing without the help of God. And how do we ask for the help, in prayer.
Take away: how much time do you spend in prayer?

]]> Today Cardinal Sarah narrates a visit that St. Teresa of Calcutta had by Angelo Comastri who is now the Cardinal Archbishop of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. When the priest first called requesting to visit St. Teresa, he was told no, because she did not have time. He went anyway, was again told that St. Teresa was too busy to see him. He was persistent and eventually St. Teresa came out to see him. He was a new priest and wanted St. Teresa to pray for him.
She asked him a question that surprised him, how much time did you spend in prayer each day? He began to rattle of everything he did:  Mass, Rosary, Divine Mercy…
He was surprised when St. Teresa told him that that was not enough. He thought she would have told him to do acts of charity, but she told him, he need to pray more, to give God the maximum.  
Without God present in our hearts through prayer, all the actions that we do are meaningless.
St Teresa’s giving was not of monetary donations but of her love and time for those around her.  She once said, “Do ordinary things with extraordinary love.”
She also said, “Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do, but how much love we put into action that we do.”
Matthew chapter 25 says “Truly I tell you, whatever you do for the least of my brothers you do for me.” But we can do nothing without the help of God. And how do we ask for the help, in prayer.
Take away: how much time do you spend in prayer?

]]> Buzzsprout-12231567 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 495 full false Grace in Suffering Day 3 Why is there Suffering? Grace in Suffering Day 3 Why is there Suffering? Why does an all loving, all powerful and all-knowing God allow suffering? While God is not the cause of suffering, He did allow suffering to enter the world. God is love and He wanted to share that love with us. In order for us to respond to that love, we need the freedom God gave us in order to choose love. Through that freedom, sin entered the world. According to St Pope John Paul II, suffering is inseparable from man’s earthly experience, and it remains and will remain a question and challenge for humanity. St Pope John Paul II also says “But in order to perceive the true answer to the ‘why’ of suffering, we must look to the revelation of divine love, the ultimate source of the meaning of everything that exists.” God asks us to trust that He can bring meaning to our suffering even if we do not see the meaning in this life.

]]> Why does an all loving, all powerful and all-knowing God allow suffering? While God is not the cause of suffering, He did allow suffering to enter the world. God is love and He wanted to share that love with us. In order for us to respond to that love, we need the freedom God gave us in order to choose love. Through that freedom, sin entered the world. According to St Pope John Paul II, suffering is inseparable from man’s earthly experience, and it remains and will remain a question and challenge for humanity. St Pope John Paul II also says “But in order to perceive the true answer to the ‘why’ of suffering, we must look to the revelation of divine love, the ultimate source of the meaning of everything that exists.” God asks us to trust that He can bring meaning to our suffering even if we do not see the meaning in this life.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231535 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 600 full false Grace in Suffering Day 2 The Causes of Suffering Grace in Suffering Day 2 The Causes of Suffering Day 2: Forms, Causes and Reactions to Suffering
Suffering comes in many forms and there is so much suffering where we feel we have no control. However, there are causes of suffering in which we do have some control. For example, the way we respond to our suffering can easily cause us additional pain. If we are able to effectively process our pain and work through the natural responses of anger, denial, withdrawal, etc. then we have the opportunity to reduce the level of suffering we experience.

]]> Day 2: Forms, Causes and Reactions to Suffering
Suffering comes in many forms and there is so much suffering where we feel we have no control. However, there are causes of suffering in which we do have some control. For example, the way we respond to our suffering can easily cause us additional pain. If we are able to effectively process our pain and work through the natural responses of anger, denial, withdrawal, etc. then we have the opportunity to reduce the level of suffering we experience.

]]> Buzzsprout-12237785 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 483 full false Silence in a Year Day 54 Swallowed up in God Silence in a Year Day 54 Swallowed up in God Today Cardinal Sarah talks about being swallowed up in God. And boy, how I sure fall short, I find myself being swallowed up by the world around me. I picture myself walking into a dark cave or falling into a dark pit and there is no way out. But the more time I spend with God the more I feel his presence surround me. We have talked about adoration many times since we began but not enough! Sitting in front of the Blessed Sacrament and thinking about how much God loves me is the best place to be.
Take Away: Do you allow Christ to surround you and allow yourself to be swallowed up by his love?

]]> Today Cardinal Sarah talks about being swallowed up in God. And boy, how I sure fall short, I find myself being swallowed up by the world around me. I picture myself walking into a dark cave or falling into a dark pit and there is no way out. But the more time I spend with God the more I feel his presence surround me. We have talked about adoration many times since we began but not enough! Sitting in front of the Blessed Sacrament and thinking about how much God loves me is the best place to be.
Take Away: Do you allow Christ to surround you and allow yourself to be swallowed up by his love?

]]> Buzzsprout-12231564 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 393 full false Grace in Suffering Day 1 What is the Root of Suffering? Grace in Suffering Day 1 What is the Root of Suffering?
All of us suffer and all suffering matters. At times we may feel that our suffering is not significant compared to what others might be enduring, but the pain caused by all forms of suffering is real. Whether our suffering is internal (mind/soul) or external (body), we can use that suffering. Saint Pope John Paul II endured many forms of suffering throughout his life and gave us an example of how to transform suffering.

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All of us suffer and all suffering matters. At times we may feel that our suffering is not significant compared to what others might be enduring, but the pain caused by all forms of suffering is real. Whether our suffering is internal (mind/soul) or external (body), we can use that suffering. Saint Pope John Paul II endured many forms of suffering throughout his life and gave us an example of how to transform suffering.

]]> Buzzsprout-12237779 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 591 full false Silence in a Year Day 53 I Thirst Silence in a Year Day 53 I Thirst Cardinal Sarah talks about St. Teresa of Calcutta and describes her humility and devotion to prayer. In the Missionaries of Charity chapel is inscribed “I thirst”.
What does it mean to thirst for the love of God? For me it means not being able to get enough, to keep wanting more. The saints are great examples of what is meant to be completely in the presence of God. She was filled with God in her service to the poor not only by giving them drink but by giving them Jesus in each action she took to care for their needs. Sadly, I fill myself with other things and when God is ready to provide this heavenly water, I have no room.
Take away: How do you thirst for God? And when Jesus says “I thirst” how are you satisfying him?

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about St. Teresa of Calcutta and describes her humility and devotion to prayer. In the Missionaries of Charity chapel is inscribed “I thirst”.
What does it mean to thirst for the love of God? For me it means not being able to get enough, to keep wanting more. The saints are great examples of what is meant to be completely in the presence of God. She was filled with God in her service to the poor not only by giving them drink but by giving them Jesus in each action she took to care for their needs. Sadly, I fill myself with other things and when God is ready to provide this heavenly water, I have no room.
Take away: How do you thirst for God? And when Jesus says “I thirst” how are you satisfying him?

]]> Buzzsprout-12231560 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 525 full false Psalm 150 - Virtuosity Psalm 150 - Virtuosity Buzzsprout-12136038 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 239 full false Silence in a Year Day 52 No Greater Love Silence in a Year Day 52 No Greater Love Today I hear Cardinal Sarah talk about the fact that if our hearts rest in Jesus, we would relieve ourselves from our “miserable human sentiments” and “and have the sentiments of Jesus”. Philippians 2:4-5 says “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interest of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which was in Christ Jesus”.
With Jesus in our hearts, we can love like Jesus, and we forget about what the world tells us about love.
The love that Jesus felt when he died for us.
Sirach chapter 2 says “Be sincere of heart and steadfast, incline your ear and receive the word of understanding, undisturbed in time of adversity. Wait on God, with patience, cling to him, forsake him not; thus will you be wise in all your ways.” To me St. Teresa of Calcutta modeled the love of God when she cared for the poorest of the poor.
Take away: You don’t have to go across the world to give of yourself, expressing the sentiments of Jesus starts in our own home. How do you express the sentiments of Jesus to the people around you?

]]> Today I hear Cardinal Sarah talk about the fact that if our hearts rest in Jesus, we would relieve ourselves from our “miserable human sentiments” and “and have the sentiments of Jesus”. Philippians 2:4-5 says “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interest of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which was in Christ Jesus”.
With Jesus in our hearts, we can love like Jesus, and we forget about what the world tells us about love.
The love that Jesus felt when he died for us.
Sirach chapter 2 says “Be sincere of heart and steadfast, incline your ear and receive the word of understanding, undisturbed in time of adversity. Wait on God, with patience, cling to him, forsake him not; thus will you be wise in all your ways.” To me St. Teresa of Calcutta modeled the love of God when she cared for the poorest of the poor.
Take away: You don’t have to go across the world to give of yourself, expressing the sentiments of Jesus starts in our own home. How do you express the sentiments of Jesus to the people around you?

]]> Buzzsprout-12231557 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 396 full false Psalm 149 - Comfy Couch Psalm 149 - Comfy Couch Buzzsprout-12136035 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 284 full false Silence in a Year Day 51 Journey toward Silence Silence in a Year Day 51 Journey toward Silence On this day, Cardinal Sarah talks about a mysterious journey that leans to silence.
Journey – an act of traveling from one place to another.
Often when we hear mystery, we think of something scary, but I don’t think that is what Cardinal Sarah was talking about.
During a mystery movie you often hear eerie music, and everything is quick when the detectives are getting closer to find their answer. I feel that as I get closer to God, the mystery of his love is more apparent to me and though the music is not eerie it is more peaceful, and it renders me speechless.
The journey to God in our heart may be mysterious but not because it is scary but because we don’t always want to let go of control.
Take Away: Since you began working on your journey to God in silence, how are you doing? Are you making progress, Great be proud of that. If not, what changes can you make to get closer to God in the silence of your heart.

]]> On this day, Cardinal Sarah talks about a mysterious journey that leans to silence.
Journey – an act of traveling from one place to another.
Often when we hear mystery, we think of something scary, but I don’t think that is what Cardinal Sarah was talking about.
During a mystery movie you often hear eerie music, and everything is quick when the detectives are getting closer to find their answer. I feel that as I get closer to God, the mystery of his love is more apparent to me and though the music is not eerie it is more peaceful, and it renders me speechless.
The journey to God in our heart may be mysterious but not because it is scary but because we don’t always want to let go of control.
Take Away: Since you began working on your journey to God in silence, how are you doing? Are you making progress, Great be proud of that. If not, what changes can you make to get closer to God in the silence of your heart.

]]> Buzzsprout-12231555 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 473 full false Psalm 148 - Praise Psalm 148 - Praise Buzzsprout-12136030 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 353 full false Silence in a Year Day 50 Intimate Communion Silence in a Year Day 50 Intimate Communion Cardinal Sarah describes how St. John leaned into the heart of Jesus.  He allowed God to work in his heart and their hearts beat as one. 1 Cor chapter 3 says “Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” If God dwells in you, then his heart is in your heart they are one.
Jesus calls us to do the same, to lean into Him, to allow Him to hold on to us, to be in intimate proximity of Him.  What is your physical proximity to God in your heart? Can you get closer to him?

]]> Cardinal Sarah describes how St. John leaned into the heart of Jesus.  He allowed God to work in his heart and their hearts beat as one. 1 Cor chapter 3 says “Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?” If God dwells in you, then his heart is in your heart they are one.
Jesus calls us to do the same, to lean into Him, to allow Him to hold on to us, to be in intimate proximity of Him.  What is your physical proximity to God in your heart? Can you get closer to him?

]]> Buzzsprout-12208044 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 588 full false Psalm 147 - Ice Sculpture Psalm 147 - Ice Sculpture Buzzsprout-12136025 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 316 full false Silence in a Year Day 49 Welcoming the Divine Powers Silence in a Year Day 49 Welcoming the Divine Powers Through our Baptism we receive the same ability as Jesus had.  His divine powers live within us.  Often, we allow them to lie dormant, not aware they even exist.  The heavens are open above us, we have the ability to be vessels for signs and wonders, just like the Apostles.  When we graft our hearts to God’s, we become more aware of His Presence around us, within us.  We hear His voice more consistently, more clearly.  We become stronger in faith by taking risks that come with trusting Him on a new level.  When I see God glorified because I trusted Him, and I surrendered to Him, to act as His vessel, it is a very humbling experience.  It is a very powerful experience.

]]> Through our Baptism we receive the same ability as Jesus had.  His divine powers live within us.  Often, we allow them to lie dormant, not aware they even exist.  The heavens are open above us, we have the ability to be vessels for signs and wonders, just like the Apostles.  When we graft our hearts to God’s, we become more aware of His Presence around us, within us.  We hear His voice more consistently, more clearly.  We become stronger in faith by taking risks that come with trusting Him on a new level.  When I see God glorified because I trusted Him, and I surrendered to Him, to act as His vessel, it is a very humbling experience.  It is a very powerful experience.

]]> Buzzsprout-12208042 Sat, 18 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 441 full false Psalm 146 - Meek Psalm 146 - Meek Buzzsprout-12136023 Sat, 18 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 430 full false Silence in a Year Day 48 Mysteries of the Heart Silence in a Year Day 48 Mysteries of the Heart Have you ever had to travel away from home, maybe to a country that did not speak English and you found yourself not being able to communicate with the local people? Even in the same country words and symbols may not represent the same thing. This can cause confusion and disorientation. Effective communication and patience are key in situations such as this. The same can be said for the communication for the brain and the heart. We know what we want to say, and we say it, yet the heart that is receiving our words is not receiving them with an open heart. In today’s gospel, Mk 8, Jesus says “whoever wishes to come after Me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” That is my intent every morning when I get up and head to my prayer chair with my cup of coffee and then it happens, my brain gets distracted with the things of this world and the long list of things that need to get done and there begins the tug of war. My heart knows what it wants but my brain wants something else. Cardinal Sarah talks about how it is hard to a line human love to God’s love. I wonder, is it possible to love like God does? Maybe not, or maybe so, that would require that my heart must control my brain and not the other way around. Because God’s love flows from my heart, my heart must be in control. This will be a daily power struggle that can put me in a state of confusion, but with God in my heart, and my total surrender to him will provide clarity to what my heart needs, and that is God’s love. Is there confusion between your heart and your brain? Are they in line with God’s Love?

]]> Have you ever had to travel away from home, maybe to a country that did not speak English and you found yourself not being able to communicate with the local people? Even in the same country words and symbols may not represent the same thing. This can cause confusion and disorientation. Effective communication and patience are key in situations such as this. The same can be said for the communication for the brain and the heart. We know what we want to say, and we say it, yet the heart that is receiving our words is not receiving them with an open heart. In today’s gospel, Mk 8, Jesus says “whoever wishes to come after Me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.” That is my intent every morning when I get up and head to my prayer chair with my cup of coffee and then it happens, my brain gets distracted with the things of this world and the long list of things that need to get done and there begins the tug of war. My heart knows what it wants but my brain wants something else. Cardinal Sarah talks about how it is hard to a line human love to God’s love. I wonder, is it possible to love like God does? Maybe not, or maybe so, that would require that my heart must control my brain and not the other way around. Because God’s love flows from my heart, my heart must be in control. This will be a daily power struggle that can put me in a state of confusion, but with God in my heart, and my total surrender to him will provide clarity to what my heart needs, and that is God’s love. Is there confusion between your heart and your brain? Are they in line with God’s Love?

]]> Buzzsprout-12208039 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 454 full false Psalm 145 - Knots Psalm 145 - Knots Buzzsprout-12136021 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 272 full false Silence in a Year Day 47 Understand with your Heart Silence in a Year Day 47 Understand with your Heart Cardinal Sarah quotes Isaiah, Seeing they do not see, and hearing they do not hear, nor do they understand…For this people’s heart has grown dull.  The influence of the world, struggles that we try to take care of ourselves can all cause our hearts to be hardened and dull.  This has happened to me.  I was going through a period of time when I felt very angry.  I didn't understand what was going on with me.  Everything bothered me.  I thought I should just go back to my old ways of not caring about anything.  I felt my heart harden.  I knew that is not what Jesus wanted for me, but yet I felt it was easier to dull myself from pain others were causing me. I had a wonderful experience during Adoration.  I had an understanding that wounds from long ago were causing this anger and I felt Jesus say, I am bringing the anger to the surface so I can rid you of it.  I am the wound vac that will heal you of this.  He allowed me to renounce the anger and be delivered from it.  Since then, I have not had such problems with anger, my eyes and ears are more open to seeing and hearing Jesus.  

]]> Cardinal Sarah quotes Isaiah, Seeing they do not see, and hearing they do not hear, nor do they understand…For this people’s heart has grown dull.  The influence of the world, struggles that we try to take care of ourselves can all cause our hearts to be hardened and dull.  This has happened to me.  I was going through a period of time when I felt very angry.  I didn't understand what was going on with me.  Everything bothered me.  I thought I should just go back to my old ways of not caring about anything.  I felt my heart harden.  I knew that is not what Jesus wanted for me, but yet I felt it was easier to dull myself from pain others were causing me. I had a wonderful experience during Adoration.  I had an understanding that wounds from long ago were causing this anger and I felt Jesus say, I am bringing the anger to the surface so I can rid you of it.  I am the wound vac that will heal you of this.  He allowed me to renounce the anger and be delivered from it.  Since then, I have not had such problems with anger, my eyes and ears are more open to seeing and hearing Jesus.  

]]> Buzzsprout-12208033 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 582 full false Psalm 144 - Greatness Psalm 144 - Greatness Buzzsprout-12136017 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 414 full false Silence in a Year Day 46 Silence of the Eyes Silence in a Year Day 46 Silence of the Eyes Cardinal Sarah talks about how images are drugs that we can no longer do without because they are everywhere.  It makes me think of how often we are more present to the screens around us than God’s Presence or the people that God puts along our path to encounter.  We are assaulted by images everywhere we go.  At restaurants there are sporting events on the screens around us, we go to the gym and there are various screens turned to random channels.  We eat dinner with our families with the news on.  We go to get our car serviced and the news is blaring there too.  We constantly are scrolling, checking social media and texts, and playing mindless games on our little screens.  We can’t help it, it has become part of our society, part of our lives, it is hard to give it up.  Images have assaulted our society.  God calls us to close our eyes, to shut off the devices, to unplug and be more present to Him in the Abyss of His Love.  Some of my deepest times of prayer were in Spain when I would close my eyes and contemplate God.  Since I don’t understand Spanish, I think I was able to fall deeper into the personal abyss that Cardinal Sarah talks about.  One time, when I received Jesus in the Eucharist, I don’t know what happened other than I had closed my eyes, my mind went blank, I had a deep sense of peace that was only disturbed by the proclamation of the word Oremos!  Once I opened my eyes, it took me a while to figure out where I was.  But the opportunity for that interior silence allowed me a deeper solitude with God.

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about how images are drugs that we can no longer do without because they are everywhere.  It makes me think of how often we are more present to the screens around us than God’s Presence or the people that God puts along our path to encounter.  We are assaulted by images everywhere we go.  At restaurants there are sporting events on the screens around us, we go to the gym and there are various screens turned to random channels.  We eat dinner with our families with the news on.  We go to get our car serviced and the news is blaring there too.  We constantly are scrolling, checking social media and texts, and playing mindless games on our little screens.  We can’t help it, it has become part of our society, part of our lives, it is hard to give it up.  Images have assaulted our society.  God calls us to close our eyes, to shut off the devices, to unplug and be more present to Him in the Abyss of His Love.  Some of my deepest times of prayer were in Spain when I would close my eyes and contemplate God.  Since I don’t understand Spanish, I think I was able to fall deeper into the personal abyss that Cardinal Sarah talks about.  One time, when I received Jesus in the Eucharist, I don’t know what happened other than I had closed my eyes, my mind went blank, I had a deep sense of peace that was only disturbed by the proclamation of the word Oremos!  Once I opened my eyes, it took me a while to figure out where I was.  But the opportunity for that interior silence allowed me a deeper solitude with God.

]]> Buzzsprout-12208026 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 586 full false Psalm 143 - Blessed Psalm 143 - Blessed Buzzsprout-12135922 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 312 full false Silence in a Year Day 45 Dictatorship of the Image Silence in a Year Day 45 Dictatorship of the Image Our society is overloaded with images.  Cardinal Sarah talks about our how eyelids remain incessantly open and are forced to look at a dictatorship of images that detest silence.  What works for me is to close my eyes so that I can more clearly hear and see God.  Sometimes during Mass, when I am feeling distracted, I will close my eyes during the homily so that I can just focus on the teaching that is being proclaimed.  Sometimes when I am in prayer and closing my eyes, I will see images from God–Pieta image.  When we are practicing our EM school prophetic word, I will close my eyes to more clearly see an image or hear a word from God.  But when my eyes are open, it is harder for me to be open to receiving the message of God.  He calls us to see the brilliance of the stars He has created around us, are you taking the time to see them?



]]> Our society is overloaded with images.  Cardinal Sarah talks about our how eyelids remain incessantly open and are forced to look at a dictatorship of images that detest silence.  What works for me is to close my eyes so that I can more clearly hear and see God.  Sometimes during Mass, when I am feeling distracted, I will close my eyes during the homily so that I can just focus on the teaching that is being proclaimed.  Sometimes when I am in prayer and closing my eyes, I will see images from God–Pieta image.  When we are practicing our EM school prophetic word, I will close my eyes to more clearly see an image or hear a word from God.  But when my eyes are open, it is harder for me to be open to receiving the message of God.  He calls us to see the brilliance of the stars He has created around us, are you taking the time to see them?



]]> Buzzsprout-12208023 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 488 full false Psalm 142 - Windshield Psalm 142 - Windshield Buzzsprout-12135919 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 397 full false Silence in a Year Day 44 Detached from the Divine Wisdom Silence in a Year Day 44 Detached from the Divine Wisdom Cardinal Sarah is speaking specifically to the point that we have lost our awareness of the seriousness of sin and much of this has to do with the inundation of what we talked about in the last episode. Our eyes no longer can find restful areas of darkness. In fact, we have become so use to the light that darkness, that quiet time with God, can feel uncomfortable! I was driving home the other day, and it seemed really odd as I was only a few miles from my house. Everything was so dark and did not seem right. I quickly realized there was a power outage. It seemed almost uncomfortable to be driving through this dark are that is normally lit at night. Getting away from the light and the noise and spending time with God, allows us to see who we are in the light of God. This light is often convicting 

and purifying. I love adoration in the dark where the only thing that is lit is the monstrance. There, the silence and darkness are very comfortable.



]]> Cardinal Sarah is speaking specifically to the point that we have lost our awareness of the seriousness of sin and much of this has to do with the inundation of what we talked about in the last episode. Our eyes no longer can find restful areas of darkness. In fact, we have become so use to the light that darkness, that quiet time with God, can feel uncomfortable! I was driving home the other day, and it seemed really odd as I was only a few miles from my house. Everything was so dark and did not seem right. I quickly realized there was a power outage. It seemed almost uncomfortable to be driving through this dark are that is normally lit at night. Getting away from the light and the noise and spending time with God, allows us to see who we are in the light of God. This light is often convicting 

and purifying. I love adoration in the dark where the only thing that is lit is the monstrance. There, the silence and darkness are very comfortable.



]]> Buzzsprout-12208020 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 568 full false Psalm 141 - Hope Psalm 141 - Hope Buzzsprout-12135916 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 344 full false Silence in a Year Day 43 Purity of Heart Silence in a Year Day 43 Purity of Heart In this segment, Cardinal Sarah is talking about the onslaught to purity of heart through our sight. I immediately think of Time Square in New York City, where is it just flashing lights and signs everywhere.  We were recently in Madrid Spain over the summer and in the busy downtown district it was exactly the same! So much noise through our eyes! There is a subversive vibe to everything we watch especially with sexual overtones. Pornography is rampant in our country. We are often dazzled by what we see and we feel like we are having a heightened experience, but the reality is we are being consumed by the noise which attempts in many different ways to drowned out the voice of God VISUALLY. Our inner dwelling place is being contaminated by this onslaught of imagery that is made available to us. There seems to be a serious lack of chastity and self-control which is increased by our desires to take in what is visually appealing. The subtlety with which sexuality is being exploited is no longer that subtle. We are creating a society that objectives other human beings for self gratification versus the beauty by which God has created them.

]]> In this segment, Cardinal Sarah is talking about the onslaught to purity of heart through our sight. I immediately think of Time Square in New York City, where is it just flashing lights and signs everywhere.  We were recently in Madrid Spain over the summer and in the busy downtown district it was exactly the same! So much noise through our eyes! There is a subversive vibe to everything we watch especially with sexual overtones. Pornography is rampant in our country. We are often dazzled by what we see and we feel like we are having a heightened experience, but the reality is we are being consumed by the noise which attempts in many different ways to drowned out the voice of God VISUALLY. Our inner dwelling place is being contaminated by this onslaught of imagery that is made available to us. There seems to be a serious lack of chastity and self-control which is increased by our desires to take in what is visually appealing. The subtlety with which sexuality is being exploited is no longer that subtle. We are creating a society that objectives other human beings for self gratification versus the beauty by which God has created them.

]]> Buzzsprout-12208014 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 567 full false Psalm 140 - Rebuke Psalm 140 - Rebuke Buzzsprout-12135912 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 375 full false Grace in Suffering Prelude Grace in Suffering Prelude Buzzsprout-12231596 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 342 full false Silence in a Year Day 42 Surrender Wordlessly Silence in a Year Day 42 Surrender Wordlessly Layperson Lisa calls me Docile Deacon Dave Delights Deos. It truly does delight God when we spend time in silence just listening to Him and letting Him fill us with His Wisdom and Knowledge. Cardinal Sarah mentions that God is the Potter and we are the clay and that he can mold us if we do not put up obstacles or refusals. We can even create obstacles and refusals even in the midst of trying to enter into silence with distractions, cell phones, to do lists, etc. We need to settle ourselves down in order to let God form us. Otherwise, our clay will become hard and rigid. We need to allow ourselves to be immersed in our baptismal waters each time we enter into silence with God so he can mold us, mold our conscience. God has often formed my conscience in the silence of time with God to a new level - He has convicted my heart.

]]> Layperson Lisa calls me Docile Deacon Dave Delights Deos. It truly does delight God when we spend time in silence just listening to Him and letting Him fill us with His Wisdom and Knowledge. Cardinal Sarah mentions that God is the Potter and we are the clay and that he can mold us if we do not put up obstacles or refusals. We can even create obstacles and refusals even in the midst of trying to enter into silence with distractions, cell phones, to do lists, etc. We need to settle ourselves down in order to let God form us. Otherwise, our clay will become hard and rigid. We need to allow ourselves to be immersed in our baptismal waters each time we enter into silence with God so he can mold us, mold our conscience. God has often formed my conscience in the silence of time with God to a new level - He has convicted my heart.

]]> Buzzsprout-12208008 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 570 full false Psalm 139 - Rescue Me Psalm 139 - Rescue Me Buzzsprout-12135904 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 276 full false Silence in a Year Day 41 Withdraw to the Desert Silence in a Year Day 41 Withdraw to the Desert Jesus frequently withdrew from the crowd and went away by himself to pray and be with Father God. He would go into the desert without food or water and many times alone. Have you ever had to be alone, hungry, and thirsty? I have and it was not fun. The thirst and hunger pain consumed my thoughts, and I could not concentrate on anything else. But eventually there came a point where those thoughts went away. I had to become comfortable with my surroundings before I could control my feelings. But unlike me, Jesus went willingly, I would not go into the desert empty handed willingly. Why? Because I think of my physical state and not my spiritual state. We are called to withdraw during Lent and enter the desert with Jesus, fasting and praying with the sole intention of converting our hearts and making them one with God. But if we enter this desert thinking about how uncomfortable we will be, we run the risk of losing the true results that will come in the end, the conversion of our soul and the intimacy that we gain with God. Withdrawing with Jesus into His desert we have no want or need for food or drink as he feeds us with his word. I look forward for opportunities to withdraw from my environment and reconnect with Jesus each day. I find that my Lenten preparations are much more fruitful because I do not see entering the desert alone, I have Jesus with me and we withdraw together.  How do you withdraw from exterior distractions and reconnect with Jesus? Do you go willingly or avoid it at all cost? If you avoid it, why?



]]> Jesus frequently withdrew from the crowd and went away by himself to pray and be with Father God. He would go into the desert without food or water and many times alone. Have you ever had to be alone, hungry, and thirsty? I have and it was not fun. The thirst and hunger pain consumed my thoughts, and I could not concentrate on anything else. But eventually there came a point where those thoughts went away. I had to become comfortable with my surroundings before I could control my feelings. But unlike me, Jesus went willingly, I would not go into the desert empty handed willingly. Why? Because I think of my physical state and not my spiritual state. We are called to withdraw during Lent and enter the desert with Jesus, fasting and praying with the sole intention of converting our hearts and making them one with God. But if we enter this desert thinking about how uncomfortable we will be, we run the risk of losing the true results that will come in the end, the conversion of our soul and the intimacy that we gain with God. Withdrawing with Jesus into His desert we have no want or need for food or drink as he feeds us with his word. I look forward for opportunities to withdraw from my environment and reconnect with Jesus each day. I find that my Lenten preparations are much more fruitful because I do not see entering the desert alone, I have Jesus with me and we withdraw together.  How do you withdraw from exterior distractions and reconnect with Jesus? Do you go willingly or avoid it at all cost? If you avoid it, why?



]]> Buzzsprout-12158348 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 443 full false Psalm 138 - Marvelous Works Psalm 138 - Marvelous Works Buzzsprout-12135898 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 536 full false Silence in a Year Day 40 The Unshakeable Church Silence in a Year Day 40 The Unshakeable Church Have you ever played the game Jenga? This game is a tower of stacked blocks where each player takes turns removing blocks from the middle of the tower without allowing the tower to topple over. It calls for thought, patience and understanding the foundation. Players are not allowed to remove blocks from the top of the tower only from the middle. So, each player works to pull blocks without the tower, hoping that it does not fall over because if it does, they lose the game. So, imagine that tower being your heart and the blocks and the glue that keeps that tower together is your relationship with God. Each distraction such as anger, pride, resentment pulls a block from your heart leaving holes in it, allowing your heart to crash to the ground. Only when you mend your foundation through the grace and relationship with God can you put the pieces of your heart back. Each piece can be labeled by humility, prayer, service, kindness. Putting the pieces of your relationship with God together requires total surrender to God and aligning your will with His. Understanding the foundation that our faith was built on…on love of God and Neighbor. Take away; What does your foundation look like? What is it lacking?

 



]]> Have you ever played the game Jenga? This game is a tower of stacked blocks where each player takes turns removing blocks from the middle of the tower without allowing the tower to topple over. It calls for thought, patience and understanding the foundation. Players are not allowed to remove blocks from the top of the tower only from the middle. So, each player works to pull blocks without the tower, hoping that it does not fall over because if it does, they lose the game. So, imagine that tower being your heart and the blocks and the glue that keeps that tower together is your relationship with God. Each distraction such as anger, pride, resentment pulls a block from your heart leaving holes in it, allowing your heart to crash to the ground. Only when you mend your foundation through the grace and relationship with God can you put the pieces of your heart back. Each piece can be labeled by humility, prayer, service, kindness. Putting the pieces of your relationship with God together requires total surrender to God and aligning your will with His. Understanding the foundation that our faith was built on…on love of God and Neighbor. Take away; What does your foundation look like? What is it lacking?

 



]]> Buzzsprout-12158345 Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 452 full false Psalm 137 - Revive Psalm 137 - Revive Buzzsprout-12135887 Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 347 full false Silence in a Year Day 39 Adoration of God Silence in a Year Day 39 Adoration of God Cardinal Sarah reflects on the powerful prayer of our Pope Emeritus Benedict 16th. He refers to the term adoration - deep love and respect and worship. For me, adoration is a very important part of my faith where I spend time with God just giving Him thanks and praise. But I am often reminded that in these same moments, He is gazing on me, spending time with me in this very intentional way. I was at adoration right after a penance service this past Advent and beautiful advent piano music was being played. I find myself captured within the silence of the melody as I looked upon the Lord - it was crazy powerful and the Lord spoke to me in this silence - He said, “Love on my people, David.” I knew exactly what He meant as He was reinforcing something He had been telling me for months amidst the noise of my everyday life. But in that time, on that night, in the precious silence of the melody, I heard HIM in a real and substantive way. In His own way, He was calling me to be a pillar like we discussed yesterday in very simple ways to everyone I meet. God knows what charisms I have, He knows what charisms you have - we just have to let Him use them.

]]> Cardinal Sarah reflects on the powerful prayer of our Pope Emeritus Benedict 16th. He refers to the term adoration - deep love and respect and worship. For me, adoration is a very important part of my faith where I spend time with God just giving Him thanks and praise. But I am often reminded that in these same moments, He is gazing on me, spending time with me in this very intentional way. I was at adoration right after a penance service this past Advent and beautiful advent piano music was being played. I find myself captured within the silence of the melody as I looked upon the Lord - it was crazy powerful and the Lord spoke to me in this silence - He said, “Love on my people, David.” I knew exactly what He meant as He was reinforcing something He had been telling me for months amidst the noise of my everyday life. But in that time, on that night, in the precious silence of the melody, I heard HIM in a real and substantive way. In His own way, He was calling me to be a pillar like we discussed yesterday in very simple ways to everyone I meet. God knows what charisms I have, He knows what charisms you have - we just have to let Him use them.

]]> Buzzsprout-12158339 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 593 full false Psalm 136 - 3 P's Psalm 136 - 3 P's Buzzsprout-12135883 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 336 full false Silence in a Year Day 38:Supporting Pillars Silence in a Year Day 38:Supporting Pillars In this section, Cardinal Sarah continues to talk about those whose sole mission is to pray as pillars of the church. In this context, those who pray are supporting the work of the church and its mission through their constant intercession with God. This made me think of the many ways we are all called to be pillars in different aspects of our life. As a son, father, deacon, business owner, I am called to be a pillar. In reflecting on this, I can look at times in my life where I was a very shaky pillar at best and the primary cause of this was the lack of a prayer foundation in my life. There was too much self reliance and frankly not any God reliance. I thought my strength came from myself instead of from God. I did not realize that the foundation is built on spending time with God in silence. When I started to spend more time in prayer, the cement inside my pillar became stronger through the presence of Christ. I have a lot of cracks in my pillar, but God actually uses these visible cracks to help heal other people. Through more real prayer time, God has shown me I am not defined by my mistakes but by Him. I have especially learned that being a praying pillar is the best thing I can do for situations I have no control over. I have to let Jesus take care of those things I have no control over so they don’t take control over me. I used to spend a lot of time regretting the past or wishing I could of done things differently. Things I now have no control over because they are in the past. Through spending time in silence, God keeps me focused on the present because that is exactly where He is.

]]> In this section, Cardinal Sarah continues to talk about those whose sole mission is to pray as pillars of the church. In this context, those who pray are supporting the work of the church and its mission through their constant intercession with God. This made me think of the many ways we are all called to be pillars in different aspects of our life. As a son, father, deacon, business owner, I am called to be a pillar. In reflecting on this, I can look at times in my life where I was a very shaky pillar at best and the primary cause of this was the lack of a prayer foundation in my life. There was too much self reliance and frankly not any God reliance. I thought my strength came from myself instead of from God. I did not realize that the foundation is built on spending time with God in silence. When I started to spend more time in prayer, the cement inside my pillar became stronger through the presence of Christ. I have a lot of cracks in my pillar, but God actually uses these visible cracks to help heal other people. Through more real prayer time, God has shown me I am not defined by my mistakes but by Him. I have especially learned that being a praying pillar is the best thing I can do for situations I have no control over. I have to let Jesus take care of those things I have no control over so they don’t take control over me. I used to spend a lot of time regretting the past or wishing I could of done things differently. Things I now have no control over because they are in the past. Through spending time in silence, God keeps me focused on the present because that is exactly where He is.

]]> Buzzsprout-12158335 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 418 full false Psalm 135 - His Mercy Psalm 135 - His Mercy Buzzsprout-12135878 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Silence in a Year Day 37 Behind the Scenes Silence in a Year Day 37 Behind the Scenes Those called to the contemplative life, often live behind the scenes.  Contemplative nuns are silently praying for the world throughout each day, but most of the world does not even know of their vocation.  Who are the people in our lives, that work behind the scenes?  Let's give thanks and praise to God for them and the love they have for the Body of Christ through their humble acts of love.  By having contemplative time each day, we become more aware of encountering Jesus in our daily lives, especially through others.  

]]> Those called to the contemplative life, often live behind the scenes.  Contemplative nuns are silently praying for the world throughout each day, but most of the world does not even know of their vocation.  Who are the people in our lives, that work behind the scenes?  Let's give thanks and praise to God for them and the love they have for the Body of Christ through their humble acts of love.  By having contemplative time each day, we become more aware of encountering Jesus in our daily lives, especially through others.  

]]> Buzzsprout-12158330 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 443 full false Psalm 134 - God's Will Psalm 134 - God's Will Buzzsprout-12135876 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 342 full false Silence in a Year Day 36 Strut like a Peacock Silence in a Year Day 36 Strut like a Peacock I may be aging myself when I say that I have been fouled by a door-to-door salesman. No, they do not do that anymore, but they did when I was less experienced. These nifty salesmen would talk all about how great their product was, how it would change your life. They got you full line and sinker. You would agree to purchase the product, sign on the dotted line. The salesman would leave your house as happy as a clam. After they left you would turn on the light and read the entire document that you agreed upon only to realize that you did not see the fine print. The print that is hard to see with the naked eye. You realize that you have been fooled and you did not see the full picture. The salesman was only showing and telling you what you wanted to hear. How often do we portray a picture of ourselves that we want others to see? Maybe because we are embarrassed or ashamed of what people may see. It takes more effort to be someone that we are not than to work on improving our weaknesses. God wants our whole being, the good, the bad, and the ugly because he can work in each one of those areas. And let’s be honest, God sees it all, so who are we really fouling, only ourselves. I find that when I feel good on the inside, the outside falls into place. I watched my father fix cars when I was growing up and the first thing he did was take it apart and figure out what was broken, he fixed the inside then put it back together, more often than not, the outside did not look any different than before the inside was fixed, but after it was fixed the car ran smoothly. On day 13 we talked about friendship and the love of our Friend Jesus and how it is unconditional. Allow your Friend, Jesus, to work in the silence of your heart and mend what needs to be mended, so everyone around you can see the full picture of who you are, a loving and kind child of God.

]]> I may be aging myself when I say that I have been fouled by a door-to-door salesman. No, they do not do that anymore, but they did when I was less experienced. These nifty salesmen would talk all about how great their product was, how it would change your life. They got you full line and sinker. You would agree to purchase the product, sign on the dotted line. The salesman would leave your house as happy as a clam. After they left you would turn on the light and read the entire document that you agreed upon only to realize that you did not see the fine print. The print that is hard to see with the naked eye. You realize that you have been fooled and you did not see the full picture. The salesman was only showing and telling you what you wanted to hear. How often do we portray a picture of ourselves that we want others to see? Maybe because we are embarrassed or ashamed of what people may see. It takes more effort to be someone that we are not than to work on improving our weaknesses. God wants our whole being, the good, the bad, and the ugly because he can work in each one of those areas. And let’s be honest, God sees it all, so who are we really fouling, only ourselves. I find that when I feel good on the inside, the outside falls into place. I watched my father fix cars when I was growing up and the first thing he did was take it apart and figure out what was broken, he fixed the inside then put it back together, more often than not, the outside did not look any different than before the inside was fixed, but after it was fixed the car ran smoothly. On day 13 we talked about friendship and the love of our Friend Jesus and how it is unconditional. Allow your Friend, Jesus, to work in the silence of your heart and mend what needs to be mended, so everyone around you can see the full picture of who you are, a loving and kind child of God.

]]> Buzzsprout-12158325 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 460 full false Psalm 133 -House of the Lord Psalm 133 -House of the Lord Buzzsprout-12135872 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 309 full false Silence in a Year Day 35 Silent Ones are the Most Useful Silence in a Year Day 35 Silent Ones are the Most Useful A balance of silence and speech is necessary. Too much talking can lead to ineffective listening. Often when we talk too much, we fail to effectively listen and not just hear words, but understand the meaning of the conversation. Have you ever spoken to someone, and they look at you and say, Excuse me what did you just say? Or they say, sure, and they did not comprehend a word you said. As a working mother, it was not always easy to balance my time with my family and my work and still have time for self-care. My self-care always seemed to come last, and my prayer life was part of that self-care time. I would pray in the car running around taking the children where they needed to go. I thought that putting prayer on my schedule was offensive to God. I would pray when I could and figured God would understand. Don’t get me wrong I do think he understands and knows where our heart is. But imagine if God only half listened to our prayers or not at all. Anyway, I was participating in a training session and a military chapel came in to speak to us, I remember him saying that NO God would not be offended if you put prayer on your schedule, He would accept that with open arms. After that day, I added prayer time to my schedule, allowed a balance in my life. I further broke down that balance with conversation prayer and silent pray on the day that my mother passed away. I had no words in my most painful loss and had no words to tell God how much I was hurting, just sitting with him brought me more peace than had I had a conversation with him. I new then that I would rather just sit and listen that do the talking. How do you or can you balance your silence with God in your heart? 



]]> A balance of silence and speech is necessary. Too much talking can lead to ineffective listening. Often when we talk too much, we fail to effectively listen and not just hear words, but understand the meaning of the conversation. Have you ever spoken to someone, and they look at you and say, Excuse me what did you just say? Or they say, sure, and they did not comprehend a word you said. As a working mother, it was not always easy to balance my time with my family and my work and still have time for self-care. My self-care always seemed to come last, and my prayer life was part of that self-care time. I would pray in the car running around taking the children where they needed to go. I thought that putting prayer on my schedule was offensive to God. I would pray when I could and figured God would understand. Don’t get me wrong I do think he understands and knows where our heart is. But imagine if God only half listened to our prayers or not at all. Anyway, I was participating in a training session and a military chapel came in to speak to us, I remember him saying that NO God would not be offended if you put prayer on your schedule, He would accept that with open arms. After that day, I added prayer time to my schedule, allowed a balance in my life. I further broke down that balance with conversation prayer and silent pray on the day that my mother passed away. I had no words in my most painful loss and had no words to tell God how much I was hurting, just sitting with him brought me more peace than had I had a conversation with him. I new then that I would rather just sit and listen that do the talking. How do you or can you balance your silence with God in your heart? 



]]> Buzzsprout-12158321 Sat, 04 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 524 full false Psalm 132 - Unity Psalm 132 - Unity Buzzsprout-12135859 Sat, 04 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 322 full false Silence in a Year Day 34: Place Trust in God Silence in a Year Day 34: Place Trust in God So often I put my trust either in myself or in the hands of the world as if it is going to get me somewhere - and it does, but it is not eternal. Cardinal Sarah points directly to the idea that we should fall into the arms of God because he is all we really need. That all things should point directly toward God and an ever deepening relationship with Him. I was recently meeting with a group of men and this is exactly what God placed on my heart to tell them! We meet every few weeks and we go through what we did or did not do in our spiritual lives but often it feels like we are going through a menu and checking boxes. In the silence of my heart during this meeting, I could feel God saying to tell these men what He really wants is a DEEP RELATIONSHIP with each one of them. He does not care about all the things we do but the quality time that we spend with Him in reflection and recollection. This is what brings about conversion in our hearts - a real and substantive change that only God can make within who we are. We continued to talk about the barometer by which we can measure this change - it can often be measured in very little ways where our response has become one of love, one of silence, one of detachment, one of God Himself. I had someone say they are working on their relationship with God. I said that is good but what is really required is just to be open - it is God that does the work with us.

]]> So often I put my trust either in myself or in the hands of the world as if it is going to get me somewhere - and it does, but it is not eternal. Cardinal Sarah points directly to the idea that we should fall into the arms of God because he is all we really need. That all things should point directly toward God and an ever deepening relationship with Him. I was recently meeting with a group of men and this is exactly what God placed on my heart to tell them! We meet every few weeks and we go through what we did or did not do in our spiritual lives but often it feels like we are going through a menu and checking boxes. In the silence of my heart during this meeting, I could feel God saying to tell these men what He really wants is a DEEP RELATIONSHIP with each one of them. He does not care about all the things we do but the quality time that we spend with Him in reflection and recollection. This is what brings about conversion in our hearts - a real and substantive change that only God can make within who we are. We continued to talk about the barometer by which we can measure this change - it can often be measured in very little ways where our response has become one of love, one of silence, one of detachment, one of God Himself. I had someone say they are working on their relationship with God. I said that is good but what is really required is just to be open - it is God that does the work with us.

]]> Buzzsprout-12158320 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 529 full false Silence in a Year Day 33 Respect for Others Silence in a Year Day 33 Respect for Others It is very easy for me to want to talk and often hard for me to just remain silent. Today Cardinal Sarah is reminding me that prudence in speech, prudence in the situations I place myself, are so very important to the spiritual life. It is easy for us to offend our soul or the soul of others - to disrupt the flow of grace. More times than not it is better to remain silent within a conversation, to redirect the course of the conversation through the quiet wisdom of the Holy Spirit. To not enter into something that will not bear fruit although it seems very enticing to do so. It immediately reminds me of the forbidden fruit. Through spending time with God in silence, our souls are tuned to prudence and turning away from these situations of temptation. Many are very subtle but they harm our souls and the souls of others. Just the other night I was in a conversation at church that started to turn toward what another person was doing. It did not really matter that the comments seemed justified - there was not fruit in the conversation. The silence of the Spirit said “Walk Away” - and so I did with a gentle hand on the shoulder saying, Let’s move on before we begin to gossip. Many times have I failed at this, but God continues to give me the prudence to respond only to that which is fruitful

]]> It is very easy for me to want to talk and often hard for me to just remain silent. Today Cardinal Sarah is reminding me that prudence in speech, prudence in the situations I place myself, are so very important to the spiritual life. It is easy for us to offend our soul or the soul of others - to disrupt the flow of grace. More times than not it is better to remain silent within a conversation, to redirect the course of the conversation through the quiet wisdom of the Holy Spirit. To not enter into something that will not bear fruit although it seems very enticing to do so. It immediately reminds me of the forbidden fruit. Through spending time with God in silence, our souls are tuned to prudence and turning away from these situations of temptation. Many are very subtle but they harm our souls and the souls of others. Just the other night I was in a conversation at church that started to turn toward what another person was doing. It did not really matter that the comments seemed justified - there was not fruit in the conversation. The silence of the Spirit said “Walk Away” - and so I did with a gentle hand on the shoulder saying, Let’s move on before we begin to gossip. Many times have I failed at this, but God continues to give me the prudence to respond only to that which is fruitful

]]> Buzzsprout-12158319 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 453 full false Psalm 130 - Signal Hill Psalm 130 - Signal Hill Buzzsprout-12135850 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 290 full false Silence in a Year-Day 32-Practice What You Teach Silence in a Year-Day 32-Practice What You Teach It is one thing to tell others how to live their lives according to the Truth Who is Jesus, but we too must live out OUR lives in this same way. What goes on in the secret of our hearts is always known to Jesus. What is silent in our hearts and goes maybe unknown to others, Jesus knows. As the silent presence of God is immersed into who we are, we become more aware and are convicted in our own heart in those times where we know we have fallen short of what God is calling us to. For me, now spending more time with God, this produces a hurt…an ache that is unlike what I felt earlier in my spiritual life. There is a connection with the presence of God that goes beyond words yet produces a response deep within my soul. More now than ever, when I am tempted to not practice what I preach, I can hear His voice in the silence of my soul saying, What AM I calling you to do David? When we speak of “being convicted”, it refers to a deeply held belief that we have strayed away from. These convictions always correct me and then point me to the sacrament of reconciliation - back to the love of the Father.

]]> It is one thing to tell others how to live their lives according to the Truth Who is Jesus, but we too must live out OUR lives in this same way. What goes on in the secret of our hearts is always known to Jesus. What is silent in our hearts and goes maybe unknown to others, Jesus knows. As the silent presence of God is immersed into who we are, we become more aware and are convicted in our own heart in those times where we know we have fallen short of what God is calling us to. For me, now spending more time with God, this produces a hurt…an ache that is unlike what I felt earlier in my spiritual life. There is a connection with the presence of God that goes beyond words yet produces a response deep within my soul. More now than ever, when I am tempted to not practice what I preach, I can hear His voice in the silence of my soul saying, What AM I calling you to do David? When we speak of “being convicted”, it refers to a deeply held belief that we have strayed away from. These convictions always correct me and then point me to the sacrament of reconciliation - back to the love of the Father.

]]> Buzzsprout-12158313 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 486 full false Psalm 129 - Rescue Me Psalm 129 - Rescue Me Buzzsprout-11988580 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 243 full false Silence in a Year - Day 31 - Great Turmoil Silence in a Year - Day 31 - Great Turmoil Cardinal Sarah strikes hard at a critical point in the church today - the desire to change the Truth as found in Jesus Christ and handed down through the Magisterium of the Church. This is creating great turmoil on a variety of different fronts. As I reflected on this, this great turmoil likely starts in the heart of each person and is then fed by the noise of the world that seeks to inflame these agendas that are contrary to the One Truth. Before I really had a relationship with God, my understanding of right and wrong was certainly jaded. My conscience had not been fully formed. Since converting to Catholicism, the forming of my conscience has been a slow and gradual process which I have increasingly participated in over the course of the last 28 years. Gradually the light of Christ continues to illuminate areas in my life that were previously darkened. It would be easy to turn away from this process and back to the relativism of the world but there comes a point where this is not an option. This is the case for me. It does not mean there are not struggles, but it does mean there is no going back. I would also emphasize that in our vigor to exercise and bring others to the truth, we must proceed with a pastoral understanding - even more so, an understanding that even for us it is a long journey and a process. One that is only found in spending quality time with Jesus Himself in silence.

]]> Cardinal Sarah strikes hard at a critical point in the church today - the desire to change the Truth as found in Jesus Christ and handed down through the Magisterium of the Church. This is creating great turmoil on a variety of different fronts. As I reflected on this, this great turmoil likely starts in the heart of each person and is then fed by the noise of the world that seeks to inflame these agendas that are contrary to the One Truth. Before I really had a relationship with God, my understanding of right and wrong was certainly jaded. My conscience had not been fully formed. Since converting to Catholicism, the forming of my conscience has been a slow and gradual process which I have increasingly participated in over the course of the last 28 years. Gradually the light of Christ continues to illuminate areas in my life that were previously darkened. It would be easy to turn away from this process and back to the relativism of the world but there comes a point where this is not an option. This is the case for me. It does not mean there are not struggles, but it does mean there is no going back. I would also emphasize that in our vigor to exercise and bring others to the truth, we must proceed with a pastoral understanding - even more so, an understanding that even for us it is a long journey and a process. One that is only found in spending quality time with Jesus Himself in silence.

]]> Buzzsprout-12135817 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 364 full false Psalm 128 - We are Blessed! Psalm 128 - We are Blessed! Buzzsprout-11988577 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 295 full false Silence in a Year - Day 30 - Noise Has Acquired Nobility Silence in a Year - Day 30 - Noise Has Acquired Nobility Some of the greatest examples I have received in my life have been in the silence - without words. I was on a retreat one time and we were having adoration and there was this one lady that just lingered and gazed at the blessed sacrament for quite a bit longer after everyone had left. This was eight years ago and I have never forgotten that moment because she spoke to me in the silence of that moment as I looked at her gazing upon Jesus Himself. There was something deep within her gaze that was just captivating. I could see how important God was in her life. I do not know what she was thinking. I never said a word to her about it for the entire weekend. But God spoke to me through her that night. We all have these moments where silence reclaims its nobility from the noise of the world. These moments often go to the very depth of who God has created each one of us to be.

]]> Some of the greatest examples I have received in my life have been in the silence - without words. I was on a retreat one time and we were having adoration and there was this one lady that just lingered and gazed at the blessed sacrament for quite a bit longer after everyone had left. This was eight years ago and I have never forgotten that moment because she spoke to me in the silence of that moment as I looked at her gazing upon Jesus Himself. There was something deep within her gaze that was just captivating. I could see how important God was in her life. I do not know what she was thinking. I never said a word to her about it for the entire weekend. But God spoke to me through her that night. We all have these moments where silence reclaims its nobility from the noise of the world. These moments often go to the very depth of who God has created each one of us to be.

]]> Buzzsprout-12135811 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 428 full false Psalm 127 - Step Out Psalm 127 - Step Out Buzzsprout-11988573 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 238 full false Silence in a Year - Day 29 - Silent Lips Silence in a Year - Day 29 - Silent Lips We go to God with praise and thanksgiving for using us as a vessel to do good works on His behalf. The whole process of doing good should help us grow in sanctification and not in pride and ego - therefore, keeping silent is an effective way to internalize what God is doing through us. But this battle may still rage on even in the interior of who we are. There is what we present to people and what we still feel in our hearts

]]> We go to God with praise and thanksgiving for using us as a vessel to do good works on His behalf. The whole process of doing good should help us grow in sanctification and not in pride and ego - therefore, keeping silent is an effective way to internalize what God is doing through us. But this battle may still rage on even in the interior of who we are. There is what we present to people and what we still feel in our hearts

]]> Buzzsprout-12135748 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 442 full false Psalm 126 - Share Jesus Psalm 126 - Share Jesus Buzzsprout-11988571 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 223 full false Psalm 125 - Surround Us Psalm 125 - Surround Us Buzzsprout-11988565 Sat, 28 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 273 full false Silence in a Year - Day 28 - Safe Haven Silence in a Year - Day 28 - Safe Haven Buzzsprout-11975042 Sat, 28 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 300 full false Psalm 124 - God Rescues Us Psalm 124 - God Rescues Us Buzzsprout-11988557 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 261 full false Silence in a Year - Day 27 - The Tongue is Fire Silence in a Year - Day 27 - The Tongue is Fire Seems like we have this disordered desire to be heard which is often vanity and the disordered desire to comment on the actions/words of others which often brings no value to the situation - in fact, it lessens instead of increasing. Imagine prayer time where we do all the talking where we are asking God to conform things to our will. I have certainly been guilty of this in the past. More listening to God in silence changes our conversation with Him to something that is fruitful.

]]> Seems like we have this disordered desire to be heard which is often vanity and the disordered desire to comment on the actions/words of others which often brings no value to the situation - in fact, it lessens instead of increasing. Imagine prayer time where we do all the talking where we are asking God to conform things to our will. I have certainly been guilty of this in the past. More listening to God in silence changes our conversation with Him to something that is fruitful.

]]> Buzzsprout-11975033 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 341 full false Psalm 123 - Keep Your Eyes on the Lord Psalm 123 - Keep Your Eyes on the Lord Buzzsprout-11988554 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 191 full false Silence in a Year - Day 26 - A Heart That Listens Silence in a Year - Day 26 - A Heart That Listens Things of the world tend to influence us to become more selfish and less selfless. Time spent in silence with God does exactly the opposite. We become more selfless and our true identity is revealed instead of being covered up by the noise of the world. Silence forms our conscience in a way that helps us to see the beauty God has created in all people and things and to reorder are thinking toward love - willing the good of the other,

]]> Things of the world tend to influence us to become more selfish and less selfless. Time spent in silence with God does exactly the opposite. We become more selfless and our true identity is revealed instead of being covered up by the noise of the world. Silence forms our conscience in a way that helps us to see the beauty God has created in all people and things and to reorder are thinking toward love - willing the good of the other,

]]> Buzzsprout-11975027 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 362 full false Psalm 122 - Peace Be With You Psalm 122 - Peace Be With You Buzzsprout-11988519 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 226 full false Silence in a Year - Day 25 - God's Watchful Eye Silence in a Year - Day 25 - God's Watchful Eye Cardinal Sarah talks about silence being our greatest freedom. Through God’s attentiveness to all we do, He is constantly inviting us to experience the fullness of freedom which is time with him in hte silence. As I reflect on this reading this morning, the sun is rising but glistening off the clouds which are moving quickly by in the silence. Yet the message is one of great power - the power of God to move all things, His desire to move all things, especially each one of us. We are not too small for God to keep a watchful eye on us.

]]> Cardinal Sarah talks about silence being our greatest freedom. Through God’s attentiveness to all we do, He is constantly inviting us to experience the fullness of freedom which is time with him in hte silence. As I reflect on this reading this morning, the sun is rising but glistening off the clouds which are moving quickly by in the silence. Yet the message is one of great power - the power of God to move all things, His desire to move all things, especially each one of us. We are not too small for God to keep a watchful eye on us.

]]> Buzzsprout-11975025 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 332 full false Psalm 121 - God is My Shade Psalm 121 - God is My Shade Buzzsprout-11988516 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 289 full false Silence in a Year - Day 24 - Sacred Dimension Silence in a Year - Day 24 - Sacred Dimension Buzzsprout-11975020 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 360 full false Psalm 120 - Where Do I Spend Most of My Time? Psalm 120 - Where Do I Spend Most of My Time? Buzzsprout-11988511 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 235 full false Silence in a Year - Day 23 - Resistance Movement Silence in a Year - Day 23 - Resistance Movement Interior rest and harmony are found in silence. Cardinal Sarah provides beautiful examples of how the very outpouring of nature is done in silence from the baby’s womb to an underground river. As I sit in my prayer room reflecting on the reading for today, I glance at my statues of the many different saints in the quietness of this room. And each statue, without sayings word, brings to mind a story of how their lives continue to echo throughout the ages because of the presence of God. I imagine Saint Padre Pio or Saint John Vianny as they sit in the silence of the confessional as penitents approach and because of their own interior silence could see the souls of those seeking to reconcile with God. This is truly a harmony with God that cannot be found in the noise.

]]> Interior rest and harmony are found in silence. Cardinal Sarah provides beautiful examples of how the very outpouring of nature is done in silence from the baby’s womb to an underground river. As I sit in my prayer room reflecting on the reading for today, I glance at my statues of the many different saints in the quietness of this room. And each statue, without sayings word, brings to mind a story of how their lives continue to echo throughout the ages because of the presence of God. I imagine Saint Padre Pio or Saint John Vianny as they sit in the silence of the confessional as penitents approach and because of their own interior silence could see the souls of those seeking to reconcile with God. This is truly a harmony with God that cannot be found in the noise.

]]> Buzzsprout-11975019 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 374 full false Psalm 119 - Precepts Psalm 119 - Precepts Buzzsprout-11988501 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 890 full false Silence in a Year - Day 22 - Know How to Wait Silence in a Year - Day 22 - Know How to Wait Seems like we are always on the go looking for the next new thing. We are always in a hurry and we can be this same way when spending time with God. We need to practice waiting. Maybe pick the longest line at the grocery store. It is amazing what God can reveal to us when we slow down experience our surroundings.

]]> Seems like we are always on the go looking for the next new thing. We are always in a hurry and we can be this same way when spending time with God. We need to practice waiting. Maybe pick the longest line at the grocery store. It is amazing what God can reveal to us when we slow down experience our surroundings.

]]> Buzzsprout-11975012 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 372 full false Psalm 118 - Procession Psalm 118 - Procession Buzzsprout-11988496 Sat, 21 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 329 full false Silence in a Year - Day 21 - Noise Wearies Us Silence in a Year - Day 21 - Noise Wearies Us In our world today, noise seems to be the new standard that we cannot do without. Everywhere we go, we have to have the TV or radio on so there is something in the background. It is like a drug we cannot live without which make it difficult to enter silence because of the shock

]]> In our world today, noise seems to be the new standard that we cannot do without. Everywhere we go, we have to have the TV or radio on so there is something in the background. It is like a drug we cannot live without which make it difficult to enter silence because of the shock

]]> Buzzsprout-11975003 Sat, 21 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 306 full false Psalm 117 - His Mercy is Strong Psalm 117 - His Mercy is Strong Buzzsprout-11988492 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 254 full false Silence in a Year - Day 20 - Charity is Born of Silence Silence in a Year - Day 20 - Charity is Born of Silence Our ability to love in a world full of noise and difficulty first starts with US spending time with God in silence. Learning to hear his voice in the quiet so that when the storms of life ensue, we can still hear HIM. In hearing His Voice, we will respond or act in charity producing the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives and the lives of those around us.

]]> Our ability to love in a world full of noise and difficulty first starts with US spending time with God in silence. Learning to hear his voice in the quiet so that when the storms of life ensue, we can still hear HIM. In hearing His Voice, we will respond or act in charity producing the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives and the lives of those around us.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935454 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 334 full false Psalm 116 - You Don't Have to Earn His Love Psalm 116 - You Don't Have to Earn His Love Buzzsprout-11988490 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 275 full false Silence in a Year - Day 19 - Silence Before Activity Silence in a Year - Day 19 - Silence Before Activity From Cardinal Sarah's book , The Power of Silence. he states, “within silence there is a demand placed on each one of us.” “Interior silence is the end of judgements, passions, desires.” This is only deepened when we spend more time with God. In this episode, we talk about the importance of thinking before acting, especially in any situation where we are having some level of difficulty. It is in that silence, we are the voice of God who directs us in how to respond, if at all.

]]> From Cardinal Sarah's book , The Power of Silence. he states, “within silence there is a demand placed on each one of us.” “Interior silence is the end of judgements, passions, desires.” This is only deepened when we spend more time with God. In this episode, we talk about the importance of thinking before acting, especially in any situation where we are having some level of difficulty. It is in that silence, we are the voice of God who directs us in how to respond, if at all.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935452 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 347 full false Psalm 115 - Not to Us Psalm 115 - Not to Us Buzzsprout-11988488 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 311 full false Silence in a Year - Day 18 - A Silent Space Silence in a Year - Day 18 - A Silent Space In this episode, we talk about that place where we get away to spend time with God. And spending time with God is not about how many things we get done but the quality of the time we spend with Him. With God, less is more. He seeks intimacy with us, and He does not want us to be exiled from His Love.

]]> In this episode, we talk about that place where we get away to spend time with God. And spending time with God is not about how many things we get done but the quality of the time we spend with Him. With God, less is more. He seeks intimacy with us, and He does not want us to be exiled from His Love.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935449 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 367 full false Psalm 114 - Eternal Answer Psalm 114 - Eternal Answer Buzzsprout-11988483 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 251 full false Silence in a Year - Day 17 - Divine Love Silence in a Year - Day 17 - Divine Love Divine love pulls us into God’s embrace making us holy through the revealing of HIS holiness. It is this love that saves us. Inside this love, greater things about who we are and what we need to work on is revealed. As I grow closer to God there are more things that are revealed that need to be reconciled. We must allow God to enter our innermost closets. This allows us to be sanctified and this reveals any false truths we may be holding on to, especially about our identity!

]]> Divine love pulls us into God’s embrace making us holy through the revealing of HIS holiness. It is this love that saves us. Inside this love, greater things about who we are and what we need to work on is revealed. As I grow closer to God there are more things that are revealed that need to be reconciled. We must allow God to enter our innermost closets. This allows us to be sanctified and this reveals any false truths we may be holding on to, especially about our identity!

]]> Buzzsprout-11935441 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 381 full false Psalm 113 - From the Rising of the Sun to Its Setting Psalm 113 - From the Rising of the Sun to Its Setting Buzzsprout-11988480 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 272 full false Silence in a Year - Day 16 - Harmonizing Action Silence in a Year - Day 16 - Harmonizing Action Buzzsprout-11935437 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 295 full false Psalm 112 - Light in the Darkness Psalm 112 - Light in the Darkness Buzzsprout-11988475 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 318 full false Silence in a Year - Day 15 - Advance in Humility Silence in a Year - Day 15 - Advance in Humility Our spiritual growth is directly proportional to our growth in humility. It is very easy for God's work in and through us to become OUR work. Spending time in silence with God, maybe praying the Litany of Humility, gives us a renewed perspective that God IS the source of all good things we do. Spending time with God helps us to recognize that our growth in the Spirit must be cultivated, which is our word of the day.

]]> Our spiritual growth is directly proportional to our growth in humility. It is very easy for God's work in and through us to become OUR work. Spending time in silence with God, maybe praying the Litany of Humility, gives us a renewed perspective that God IS the source of all good things we do. Spending time with God helps us to recognize that our growth in the Spirit must be cultivated, which is our word of the day.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935434 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 397 full false Psalm 111 - We are Special Psalm 111 - We are Special Buzzsprout-11988467 Sat, 14 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 365 full false Silence in a Year - Day 14 - Interior Attitude Silence in a Year - Day 14 - Interior Attitude In today's episode, we hear about Martha and Mary and how Mary has chosen the better part by sitting at the feet of Jesus. Martha was doing things in preparation to feed Jesus. However, she was a bit upset that Mary was not helping - this is where the rub is! Martha had lost her peace of heart. How often can this happen to any of us when it does not feel like others are carrying their own weight. Ultimately, the Lord is calling us to do all things with Him in mind and this includes enjoying the Fruit of the Spirit.

]]> In today's episode, we hear about Martha and Mary and how Mary has chosen the better part by sitting at the feet of Jesus. Martha was doing things in preparation to feed Jesus. However, she was a bit upset that Mary was not helping - this is where the rub is! Martha had lost her peace of heart. How often can this happen to any of us when it does not feel like others are carrying their own weight. Ultimately, the Lord is calling us to do all things with Him in mind and this includes enjoying the Fruit of the Spirit.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935427 Sat, 14 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 345 full false Psalm 110 - Already Seated at the Right Hand Psalm 110 - Already Seated at the Right Hand Buzzsprout-11988460 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 301 full false Silence in a Year - Day 13 - God is the Friend of Silence Silence in a Year - Day 13 - God is the Friend of Silence Life is so full of noise. We are often not present to God, neighbor or self. I would say that slowing down is a friend to silence. And busy is a friend to noise. We can walk right by a person and not pick up on “the silence” of a person we are right next to or talking to because we are too busy or self-absorbed – but this is exactly where God is in the silence of the person. God often places these people into our heart and mind. 

]]> Life is so full of noise. We are often not present to God, neighbor or self. I would say that slowing down is a friend to silence. And busy is a friend to noise. We can walk right by a person and not pick up on “the silence” of a person we are right next to or talking to because we are too busy or self-absorbed – but this is exactly where God is in the silence of the person. God often places these people into our heart and mind. 

]]> Buzzsprout-11935422 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 358 full false Psalm 109 - Being Judged by Others Psalm 109 - Being Judged by Others Buzzsprout-11974973 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 358 full false Silence in a Year - Day 12 - Silent Reflection Silence in a Year - Day 12 - Silent Reflection The big takeaway from this section is that silence is the manifestation of presence. And I would like to make a special point here – we should enter the silence without expectation. Trying not to qualify the level of presence at any given time. It is better to just “be” with an open heart. We may not “experience” and physical sensations, yet we are “stilling” our hearts.

]]> The big takeaway from this section is that silence is the manifestation of presence. And I would like to make a special point here – we should enter the silence without expectation. Trying not to qualify the level of presence at any given time. It is better to just “be” with an open heart. We may not “experience” and physical sensations, yet we are “stilling” our hearts.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935419 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 405 full false Psalm 108 - Keep Praising God Psalm 108 - Keep Praising God Buzzsprout-11974968 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 232 full false Silence in a Year - Day 11 - Absolute Silence Silence in a Year - Day 11 - Absolute Silence Buzzsprout-11935411 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 281 full false Psalm 107 - Lean on God Psalm 107 - Lean on God Buzzsprout-11974963 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 335 full false Silence in a Year - Day 10 - True Presence Silence in a Year - Day 10 - True Presence The source and summit of our faith is the Eucharist which is the true and real presence of Jesus - Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. Each time we receive Jesus, we are incorporated into HIM! During the Liturgy of the Eucharist, the bread and wine are transubstantiated into the Body and Blood of Jesus Himself. This is a powerful reality whereby the complete openness of our heart is so important to our spiritual lives. 

]]> The source and summit of our faith is the Eucharist which is the true and real presence of Jesus - Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. Each time we receive Jesus, we are incorporated into HIM! During the Liturgy of the Eucharist, the bread and wine are transubstantiated into the Body and Blood of Jesus Himself. This is a powerful reality whereby the complete openness of our heart is so important to our spiritual lives. 

]]> Buzzsprout-11935403 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 361 full false Psalm 106 - Have Patience with God Psalm 106 - Have Patience with God Buzzsprout-11974957 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500 411 full false Silence in a Year - Day 9 - Being Immersed Silence in a Year - Day 9 - Being Immersed When we are immersed in Jesus, we realize that being a disciple is not something we do, but it is who we are. Jesus wants to immerse Himself into every aspect of or life because He knows this will help us to BE Jesus to the world. The word for today is "immersion."

]]> When we are immersed in Jesus, we realize that being a disciple is not something we do, but it is who we are. Jesus wants to immerse Himself into every aspect of or life because He knows this will help us to BE Jesus to the world. The word for today is "immersion."

]]> Buzzsprout-11935397 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 313 full false Psalm 105 - Power in the Name of Jesus Psalm 105 - Power in the Name of Jesus Buzzsprout-11974948 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 407 full false Silence in a Year - Day 8 - God Achieves Everything Silence in a Year - Day 8 - God Achieves Everything God achieves everything but it is done when we wait for him in silence and recollection. The development of grace usually comes from silence. Think about the decisions we make that are important – we take time to consider them in silence. We do not rush to decision making and when we do it often does not turn out well. The Sacraments, for example, make visible what is invisible. Silent yet with great power. Any external transformation produces great noise like the waves crashing against the rocks in Portugal. But the silent power of God transforming our hearts wells up in silence. I have felt this way many times during adoration. The word of the day is "Transformation."

]]> God achieves everything but it is done when we wait for him in silence and recollection. The development of grace usually comes from silence. Think about the decisions we make that are important – we take time to consider them in silence. We do not rush to decision making and when we do it often does not turn out well. The Sacraments, for example, make visible what is invisible. Silent yet with great power. Any external transformation produces great noise like the waves crashing against the rocks in Portugal. But the silent power of God transforming our hearts wells up in silence. I have felt this way many times during adoration. The word of the day is "Transformation."

]]> Buzzsprout-11939167 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 371 full false Psalm 104 - Meditation Psalm 104 - Meditation Buzzsprout-11974940 Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 376 full false Silence in a Year - Day 7 - The Word is Not Just a Sound Silence in a Year - Day 7 - The Word is Not Just a Sound Jesus is the Word made flesh. In this episode we talk about the person of Jesus and how His life is the ultimate example of how we too are to live. He is the Logos. He poured Himself into our humanity elevating who we are as well. We talk about the power of speech as a double-edged sword. Are we speaking the Word which is Jesus OR are we speaking the word which is not of God? The word of the day is "Logos."

]]> Jesus is the Word made flesh. In this episode we talk about the person of Jesus and how His life is the ultimate example of how we too are to live. He is the Logos. He poured Himself into our humanity elevating who we are as well. We talk about the power of speech as a double-edged sword. Are we speaking the Word which is Jesus OR are we speaking the word which is not of God? The word of the day is "Logos."

]]> Buzzsprout-11939182 Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 348 full false Psalm 103 - Gifts Psalm 103 - Gifts Buzzsprout-11939203 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 372 full false Silence in a Year - Day 6 - Leave Your Inner Turmoil Silence in a Year - Day 6 - Leave Your Inner Turmoil We must leave our inner turmoil in order to find God. Even in the greatest of commotion, we can remain silent because of the depth of our relationship with God. I thought of an “opposite analogy” whereby when we are going through a period of sadness, we do not hear what is going on around us – everything else seems to stop. The same is true even in the everyday busyness of life. God can keep us keenly aware of His presence during the commotion and reminding us of how much He loves us – His voice speaks from within. The word of the day is "turmoil."

]]> We must leave our inner turmoil in order to find God. Even in the greatest of commotion, we can remain silent because of the depth of our relationship with God. I thought of an “opposite analogy” whereby when we are going through a period of sadness, we do not hear what is going on around us – everything else seems to stop. The same is true even in the everyday busyness of life. God can keep us keenly aware of His presence during the commotion and reminding us of how much He loves us – His voice speaks from within. The word of the day is "turmoil."

]]> Buzzsprout-11935144 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 307 full false Psalm 102 - Shadow Psalm 102 - Shadow Buzzsprout-11939202 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 349 full false Silence in a Year - Day 5 - True Desert is Within Us Silence in a Year - Day 5 - True Desert is Within Us Jesus would often withdraw to the desert. This was so he could spend time in prayer with the Father. Often we have deserts in our life that we did not choose, but Jesus is still there and He awaits us in our perceived loneliness or isolation - where we find Him is a place of solitude and peace. Our word of the day is "desert."

]]> Jesus would often withdraw to the desert. This was so he could spend time in prayer with the Father. Often we have deserts in our life that we did not choose, but Jesus is still there and He awaits us in our perceived loneliness or isolation - where we find Him is a place of solitude and peace. Our word of the day is "desert."

]]> Buzzsprout-11935142 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 348 full false Psalm 101 - Integrity Psalm 101 - Integrity Buzzsprout-11939193 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 302 full false Silence in a Year - Day 4 - Through Sacred Scripture Silence in a Year - Day 4 - Through Sacred Scripture Welcome to Day 4  of Silence in a Year. The word for today is solitude. Solitude is different than being alone or lonely. Solitude is quiet, peaceful one on one time WITH God. It is important for us to recognize the need to withdraw during times of difficulty to hear the voice of God or to draw into deeper relationship with him by actually placing ourselves in the scriptures.

]]> Welcome to Day 4  of Silence in a Year. The word for today is solitude. Solitude is different than being alone or lonely. Solitude is quiet, peaceful one on one time WITH God. It is important for us to recognize the need to withdraw during times of difficulty to hear the voice of God or to draw into deeper relationship with him by actually placing ourselves in the scriptures.

]]> Buzzsprout-11935124 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 349 full false Silence in a Year - Day 3 - Discover God in Silence Silence in a Year - Day 3 - Discover God in Silence Hello and welcome to day 3 on The Power of Silence. The word for today is discover. Webster defines discover as “the action or process of finding/locating/uncovering” something. How do we discover God in the silence of our heart? Well, let me answer that question with another question; How do you discover a friend? You would spend time with them, getting to know them, their likes/dislikes, what their hobbies are and what the two of you have in common. This creates a bond between the two of you and the longer you spend time together the more you will discover interesting facts about your new friend. So, that is how we discover God in our hearts. We do that by discovering God in the Sacraments by attending Mass, Adoration, Reconciliation. We discover God and who his Son is through his Word, in Scripture and prayer. We discover God through community when we love our neighbor as ourselves. 

Word of the Day is "Discover"

]]> Hello and welcome to day 3 on The Power of Silence. The word for today is discover. Webster defines discover as “the action or process of finding/locating/uncovering” something. How do we discover God in the silence of our heart? Well, let me answer that question with another question; How do you discover a friend? You would spend time with them, getting to know them, their likes/dislikes, what their hobbies are and what the two of you have in common. This creates a bond between the two of you and the longer you spend time together the more you will discover interesting facts about your new friend. So, that is how we discover God in our hearts. We do that by discovering God in the Sacraments by attending Mass, Adoration, Reconciliation. We discover God and who his Son is through his Word, in Scripture and prayer. We discover God through community when we love our neighbor as ourselves. 

Word of the Day is "Discover"

]]> Buzzsprout-11935122 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 309 full false Psalm 100-Serve the Lord with Gladness Psalm 100-Serve the Lord with Gladness Buzzsprout-11865809 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 361 full false Silence in a Year - Day 2 - God Abides Silence in a Year - Day 2 - God Abides Hello and welcome to day 2 on The Power of Silence. The word for today is love and I would like to start today with a question: Do you know love? If you do, you know God because God is Love. Love lives in the silence of our heart and if that is where love is, that is exactly where God will live, if you make room for Him. We are all created in the image and likeness of God. God created and adopted us all as His children and He wants to know us intimately and that means being one with us.

God abides in our innermost being – one in being with us is the implication. First recognition of this was in the vine and the branches scripture.  The Lord wants intimacy with us.

Word of the Day - Love

]]> Hello and welcome to day 2 on The Power of Silence. The word for today is love and I would like to start today with a question: Do you know love? If you do, you know God because God is Love. Love lives in the silence of our heart and if that is where love is, that is exactly where God will live, if you make room for Him. We are all created in the image and likeness of God. God created and adopted us all as His children and He wants to know us intimately and that means being one with us.

God abides in our innermost being – one in being with us is the implication. First recognition of this was in the vine and the branches scripture.  The Lord wants intimacy with us.

Word of the Day - Love

]]> Buzzsprout-11935099 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 292 full false Psalm 99-Exalt Psalm 99-Exalt Buzzsprout-11865807 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 531 full false Silence in a Year - Day 1 - The Voice of God is Silence Silence in a Year - Day 1 - The Voice of God is Silence Have you ever heard someone say, God told me, Or I heard God say, or maybe God spoke to me? And did you wonder, well how does that happen? And why have I not heard God speak to me? Does God love you more than me that He speaks to you and not me? To those questions I would say, Yes! God loves us ALL totally and unconditionally. And yes, He speaks to all of us. But are you listening with an open heart and peaceful heart? Are you listening only when you want something from God or when things do not go as planned. 

Word of the Day - Image

]]> Have you ever heard someone say, God told me, Or I heard God say, or maybe God spoke to me? And did you wonder, well how does that happen? And why have I not heard God speak to me? Does God love you more than me that He speaks to you and not me? To those questions I would say, Yes! God loves us ALL totally and unconditionally. And yes, He speaks to all of us. But are you listening with an open heart and peaceful heart? Are you listening only when you want something from God or when things do not go as planned. 

Word of the Day - Image

]]> Buzzsprout-11935088 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 330 full false Psalm 98-Victory Psalm 98-Victory Buzzsprout-11865802 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 297 full false Psalm 97-Rememberance Psalm 97-Rememberance Buzzsprout-11865801 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 360 full false Psalm 96-Sing to the Lord! Psalm 96-Sing to the Lord! Buzzsprout-11865796 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 438 full false Psalm 95-Creator Psalm 95-Creator Buzzsprout-11865793 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 340 full false Psalm 94-Inheritance Psalm 94-Inheritance Buzzsprout-11865550 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 369 full false Psalm 93-Roar Psalm 93-Roar Buzzsprout-11865545 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 369 full false Deacon Dave Homily 4th Week of Advent Cycle A 2022 Deacon Dave Homily 4th Week of Advent Cycle A 2022 Buzzsprout-11935040 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0500 539 full false Psalm 92--First Fruits Psalm 92--First Fruits Buzzsprout-11865542 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 396 full false Silence in a Year - A Child is Born Silence in a Year - A Child is Born In this episode, Deacon Dave completed the second of two podcasts leading up to Silence in a Year starting on January 1, 2023. Deacon Dave reflects on the birth of Jesus and the two homilies he heard today.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave completed the second of two podcasts leading up to Silence in a Year starting on January 1, 2023. Deacon Dave reflects on the birth of Jesus and the two homilies he heard today.

]]> Buzzsprout-11929392 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 01:00:00 -0500 284 full false Psalm 91-Shelter and Refuge Psalm 91-Shelter and Refuge Buzzsprout-11865509 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 354 full false Psalm 90-God's Time Psalm 90-God's Time Buzzsprout-11865501 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 325 full false Psalm 89-Covenant Psalm 89-Covenant Buzzsprout-11865496 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 547 full false Psalm 88-Soul Filled with Troubles Psalm 88-Soul Filled with Troubles Buzzsprout-11865488 Thu, 22 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 320 full false Psalm 87-Springs Psalm 87-Springs Buzzsprout-11865485 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 321 full false Psalm 86-Devoted Psalm 86-Devoted Buzzsprout-11865483 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 353 full false Psalm 85-Pardoned Psalm 85-Pardoned Buzzsprout-11865479 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 322 full false Silence in a Year Why? Silence in a Year Why? In this episode, we introduce the Silence in a Year for 2023. We talk about the format for each day which includes a word of the day, reflection on the reading, stories, reflection question and a closing prayer. Please join us as we begin this journey!

]]> In this episode, we introduce the Silence in a Year for 2023. We talk about the format for each day which includes a word of the day, reflection on the reading, stories, reflection question and a closing prayer. Please join us as we begin this journey!

]]> Buzzsprout-11890611 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 300 full false Psalm 84- Dwells Psalm 84- Dwells Buzzsprout-11865476 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 374 full false Psalm 83 -Silence Psalm 83 -Silence Buzzsprout-11865472 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 355 full false Psalm 82: Rescue the Lowly Psalm 82: Rescue the Lowly Buzzsprout-11865446 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 466 full false Psalm 81: Burden Psalm 81: Burden Buzzsprout-11865417 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 301 full false Memorial of Saint John of the Cross Memorial of Saint John of the Cross Buzzsprout-11811762 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 692 full false Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr Buzzsprout-11811776 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 568 full false Feast of Our Lady of Guadeloupe Feast of Our Lady of Guadeloupe Buzzsprout-11811756 Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 584 full false Third Sunday of Advent Third Sunday of Advent Buzzsprout-11811751 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 717 full false Saturday Second Week of Advent Saturday Second Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11811746 Sat, 10 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 471 full false Friday Second Week of Advent Friday Second Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11811741 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 471 full false Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Buzzsprout-11811738 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 621 full false Wednesday Second Week of Advent Wednesday Second Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11811730 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 495 full false Tuesday Second Week of Advent Tuesday Second Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11764004 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 701 full false Monday Second Week of Advent Monday Second Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763999 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 642 full false Second Sunday of Advent Second Sunday of Advent Buzzsprout-11763998 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 702 full false Saturday First Week of Advent Saturday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763996 Sat, 03 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 685 full false Friday First Week of Advent Friday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763994 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 495 full false Thursday First Week of Advent Thursday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763993 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 335 full false Wednesday First Week of Advent Wednesday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763992 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 533 full false Tuesday First Week of Advent Tuesday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763989 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 672 full false Monday First Week of Advent Monday First Week of Advent Buzzsprout-11763983 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 546 full false First Sunday of Advent First Sunday of Advent Buzzsprout-11763980 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 461 full false Deacon Dave Homily First Sunday of Advent 2022 Deacon Dave Homily First Sunday of Advent 2022 Buzzsprout-11765441 Sat, 26 Nov 2022 20:00:00 -0500 542 full false Psalm 80 - Edith Psalm 80 - Edith Buzzsprout-11718091 Sat, 26 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 469 full false Psalm 79 -Devotion Psalm 79 -Devotion Buzzsprout-11718082 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 463 full false Psalm 78 - Parable Psalm 78 - Parable Buzzsprout-11707324 Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 689 full false Psalm 77 - Console Psalm 77 - Console Buzzsprout-11707163 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 557 full false Psalm 76 - Sank Psalm 76 - Sank Buzzsprout-11707155 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 428 full false Psalm 75 - Call Upon His Name Psalm 75 - Call Upon His Name Buzzsprout-11707128 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 359 full false Psalm 74 - Foes Psalm 74 - Foes Buzzsprout-11707126 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 570 full false Psalm 73 - Slippery Psalm 73 - Slippery Buzzsprout-11694593 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 424 full false Psalm 72 - Rule Psalm 72 - Rule Buzzsprout-11694589 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 438 full false Psalm 71 - Depend Psalm 71 - Depend Buzzsprout-11694585 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 471 full false Psalm 70 - Remembrance Psalm 70 - Remembrance Buzzsprout-11694570 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 379 full false Psalm 69 -Walking on Water Psalm 69 -Walking on Water Buzzsprout-11676171 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 558 full false Psalm 68 - Procession Psalm 68 - Procession Buzzsprout-11676155 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 693 full false Psalm 67 - Souls Psalm 67 - Souls Buzzsprout-11676149 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 524 full false Psalm 66 - Bloodmoon Psalm 66 - Bloodmoon Buzzsprout-11676143 Sat, 12 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 509 full false Psalm 65 - Hope Psalm 65 - Hope Buzzsprout-11640870 Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 469 full false Psalm 64 - Overwhelmed Psalm 64 - Overwhelmed Buzzsprout-11640862 Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 494 full false Psalm 63 - Thirst Psalm 63 - Thirst Buzzsprout-11640851 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 495 full false Psalm 62 - Words Have Power Psalm 62 - Words Have Power Buzzsprout-11640845 Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 609 full false Psalm 61 - Prayer Psalm 61 - Prayer Buzzsprout-11640841 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 476 full false Psalm 60 - Lean Psalm 60 - Lean Buzzsprout-11568349 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 598 full false Psalm 59 -Dogs Psalm 59 -Dogs Buzzsprout-11568344 Sat, 05 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 565 full false Psalm 58 - Transactional Psalm 58 - Transactional Buzzsprout-11568331 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 636 full false Psalm 57 - Provider Psalm 57 - Provider Buzzsprout-11568329 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 582 full false Psalm 56 - Tears Psalm 56 - Tears Buzzsprout-11568283 Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 404 full false Psalm 55 - Grief Psalm 55 - Grief Buzzsprout-11568277 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 677 full false Psalm 54 - Gratitude Psalm 54 - Gratitude Buzzsprout-11568271 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 444 full false Psalm 53 - Stress Psalm 53 - Stress Buzzsprout-11560766 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 587 full false Psalm 52 - Power Corrupts Psalm 52 - Power Corrupts Buzzsprout-11560764 Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 622 full false Psalm 51 - Contrite ❤️ Psalm 51 - Contrite ❤️ Buzzsprout-11560755 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 669 full false Psalm 50 - Obedience Psalm 50 - Obedience Buzzsprout-11560749 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 660 full false Psalm 49 - Real Treasure Psalm 49 - Real Treasure Buzzsprout-11560741 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 682 full false Psalm 48 - Wounds Psalm 48 - Wounds Buzzsprout-11560731 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 624 full false Psalm 47 - Sing Praise Psalm 47 - Sing Praise Buzzsprout-11539579 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 608 full false Psalm 46 - Be Still Psalm 46 - Be Still Buzzsprout-11539576 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 745 full false Psalm 45 - Annointed & Appointed Psalm 45 - Annointed & Appointed Buzzsprout-11539571 Sat, 22 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 745 full false Psalm 44 - Divine Silence Psalm 44 - Divine Silence Buzzsprout-11539566 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 669 full false Psalm 43 - Confess Psalm 43 - Confess Buzzsprout-11445773 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 673 full false Psalm 42 - Vessel Psalm 42 - Vessel Buzzsprout-11445772 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 606 full false Psalm 41 - Opportunity Psalm 41 - Opportunity Buzzsprout-11445766 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 728 full false Psalm 40 - Thanks & Praise Psalm 40 - Thanks & Praise Buzzsprout-11445761 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 567 full false Deacon Dave Homily 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C Deacon Dave Homily 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C Buzzsprout-11510084 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400 498 full false Psalm 39 - Breath Psalm 39 - Breath Buzzsprout-11445752 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 569 full false Psalm 38 - Ripple Psalm 38 - Ripple Buzzsprout-11445743 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 582 full false Psalm 37 - Trials Psalm 37 - Trials Buzzsprout-11445736 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 592 full false Psalm 36 - Can't Do It On My Own Psalm 36 - Can't Do It On My Own Buzzsprout-11445726 Thu, 13 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 513 full false Psalm 35 - Betrayal Psalm 35 - Betrayal Buzzsprout-11445721 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 677 full false Psalm 34 - Magnify Psalm 34 - Magnify Buzzsprout-11427414 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 546 full false Psalm 33 - Creator Psalm 33 - Creator Buzzsprout-11427411 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 589 full false Psalm 32 - Reconciliation Psalm 32 - Reconciliation Buzzsprout-11427410 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 456 full false Psalm 31 - Junk Psalm 31 - Junk Buzzsprout-11427404 Sat, 08 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 594 full false Psalm 30 - Complacency Psalm 30 - Complacency Buzzsprout-11427397 Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 362 full false Psalm 29 - Power Psalm 29 - Power Buzzsprout-11427389 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 388 full false Psalm 28 - Signs Psalm 28 - Signs Buzzsprout-11427385 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 406 full false Psalm 27 - Light Psalm 27 - Light Buzzsprout-11427382 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 527 full false Psalm 26 - Integrity Psalm 26 - Integrity Buzzsprout-11427323 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400 397 full false Psalm 25 - My Soul Psalm 25 - My Soul Buzzsprout-11382665 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 728 full false Psalm 24 - Choose God Psalm 24 - Choose God Buzzsprout-11382662 Sat, 01 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 653 full false Psalm 23 - Shepherd Psalm 23 - Shepherd Buzzsprout-11382655 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 510 full false Psalm 22 - Crucified Psalm 22 - Crucified Buzzsprout-11382650 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 565 full false Psalm 21 - Heart's Desire Psalm 21 - Heart's Desire Buzzsprout-11382642 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 380 full false Psalm 20 - Victory Psalm 20 - Victory Buzzsprout-11382636 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 369 full false Psalm 19 -Truth Psalm 19 -Truth Buzzsprout-11382632 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 437 full false Psalm 18 - Rescue Psalm 18 - Rescue Buzzsprout-11355715 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 875 full false Psalm 17 - Hear the Holy Spirit Psalm 17 - Hear the Holy Spirit Buzzsprout-11355711 Sat, 24 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 496 full false Psalm 16 - False Gods Psalm 16 - False Gods Buzzsprout-11355706 Fri, 23 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Psalm 15 - Despite the Cost Psalm 15 - Despite the Cost Buzzsprout-11355702 Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 480 full false Psalm 14 - Wicked & Just Psalm 14 - Wicked & Just Buzzsprout-11355641 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 437 full false Psalm 13 - Abandoned Psalm 13 - Abandoned Buzzsprout-11209653 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 395 full false Psalm 12 - Let the Truth Prevail Psalm 12 - Let the Truth Prevail Buzzsprout-11209652 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 349 full false Psalm 11 - Foundation Psalm 11 - Foundation Buzzsprout-11209643 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 258 full false Psalm 10 - Why Are You Letting This Happen God? Psalm 10 - Why Are You Letting This Happen God? Buzzsprout-11045271 Sat, 17 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 377 full false Psalm 9 - Let God Be Your Stronghold Psalm 9 - Let God Be Your Stronghold Buzzsprout-11045267 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 451 full false Psalm 8 - Small Yet Royal Psalm 8 - Small Yet Royal Buzzsprout-11045261 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 427 full false Psalm 7 - Look in Mirror Psalm 7 - Look in Mirror Buzzsprout-11045259 Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false Psalm 6 - Under Attack! Psalm 6 - Under Attack! Buzzsprout-11045256 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 408 full false Psalm 5 - Abundance of Mercy Psalm 5 - Abundance of Mercy Buzzsprout-11045254 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 409 full false Psalm 4 - Hard of Heart Psalm 4 - Hard of Heart Buzzsprout-11045250 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 319 full false Psalm 3 - Shield Psalm 3 - Shield Buzzsprout-11045245 Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 248 full false Psalm 2 - Messianic Overtones Psalm 2 - Messianic Overtones Buzzsprout-11013414 Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 324 full false Psalm 1 - Good or Evil Psalm 1 - Good or Evil Buzzsprout-11013408 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 308 full false Camino Day 37 - Avila Camino Day 37 - Avila Buzzsprout-11271811 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false Camino Day 36 - Shopping Camino Day 36 - Shopping Buzzsprout-11264036 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 478 full false Camino Day 35 - Big Picture Camino Day 35 - Big Picture Buzzsprout-11261056 Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 703 full false Camino Day 34 - Butofumiero Camino Day 34 - Butofumiero Buzzsprout-11253976 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 665 full false Camino Day 33 - Rocks Camino Day 33 - Rocks Buzzsprout-11250114 Sat, 03 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 465 full false Camino Day 32 - Green Prickly Thing Camino Day 32 - Green Prickly Thing Buzzsprout-11243505 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 424 full false Camino Day 31 - Hills Camino Day 31 - Hills Buzzsprout-11237549 Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 419 full false Camino Day 30 - Donkey Camino Day 30 - Donkey Buzzsprout-11230525 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 427 full false Camino Day 29 - Holy Cow Camino Day 29 - Holy Cow Buzzsprout-11223273 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 466 full false Camino Day 28 - White Horse Camino Day 28 - White Horse Buzzsprout-11216799 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 400 full false Camino Day 27 - Geese Camino Day 27 - Geese Buzzsprout-11213347 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 358 full false Camino Day 26 - Apple Camino Day 26 - Apple Buzzsprout-11208351 Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 465 full false Camino Day 25 - Barriers Camino Day 25 - Barriers Buzzsprout-11203316 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 516 full false Camino Day 24 - Baked Goods Camino Day 24 - Baked Goods Buzzsprout-11196252 Thu, 25 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 492 full false Camino Day 23 - Canyoning Camino Day 23 - Canyoning Buzzsprout-11189125 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400 562 full false Camino Day 22 - Lollipop Camino Day 22 - Lollipop Buzzsprout-11180879 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 510 full false Camino Day 21 - Baggage Camino Day 21 - Baggage Buzzsprout-11173003 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 519 full false Camino Day 20 - Hot & Bothered Camino Day 20 - Hot & Bothered Buzzsprout-11169931 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 552 full false Camino Day 19 - Step by Step Camino Day 19 - Step by Step Buzzsprout-11167249 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 369 full false Camino Day 18 - Monstrance Camino Day 18 - Monstrance Buzzsprout-11160889 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 588 full false Camino Day 17 - Stretching Camino Day 17 - Stretching Buzzsprout-11155806 Thu, 18 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 411 full false Camino Day 16 - Wrong Turn Camino Day 16 - Wrong Turn Buzzsprout-11148739 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 462 full false Camino Day 15 - Hidden Treasures Camino Day 15 - Hidden Treasures Buzzsprout-11141977 Tue, 16 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 472 full false Camino Day 14 - Butterfly Camino Day 14 - Butterfly Buzzsprout-11134827 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 451 full false Camino Day 13 - Boring! Camino Day 13 - Boring! Buzzsprout-11131498 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 422 full false Camino Day 12 - Gnat Attack Camino Day 12 - Gnat Attack Buzzsprout-11128556 Sat, 13 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 369 full false Camino Day 11 - Blue Pants? Camino Day 11 - Blue Pants? Buzzsprout-11123146 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 370 full false Camino Day 10 - Rainbow 🌈 Camino Day 10 - Rainbow 🌈 Buzzsprout-11115631 Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 418 full false Camino Day 9 -Into the Darkness Camino Day 9 -Into the Darkness Buzzsprout-11108928 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 503 full false Camino Day 8 - Sunrise Camino Day 8 - Sunrise Buzzsprout-11101234 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 541 full false Camino Day 7 - The Desert 🏜 Camino Day 7 - The Desert 🏜 Buzzsprout-11094194 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 526 full false Camino Day 6 - Welcome Camino Day 6 - Welcome Buzzsprout-11090930 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 453 full false Camino Day 5 - A Rash of Things Camino Day 5 - A Rash of Things Buzzsprout-11087709 Sat, 06 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 600 full false Camino Day 4 - Keeping Priorities Camino Day 4 - Keeping Priorities Buzzsprout-11082956 Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 452 full false Camino Day 3 - Lost in Pamplona Camino Day 3 - Lost in Pamplona Buzzsprout-11077081 Thu, 04 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 414 full false Camino Day 2 - Fork in the Road Camino Day 2 - Fork in the Road Buzzsprout-11070535 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 377 full false Camino Day 1 - What are you storing up? Camino Day 1 - What are you storing up? Buzzsprout-11063723 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 376 full false The Way The Way Buzzsprout-11056851 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 426 full false Spain T-1 Spain T-1 Buzzsprout-10983224 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 341 full false Spain T-2 Spain T-2 Buzzsprout-10983219 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 315 full false Spain T-3 Spain T-3 Buzzsprout-10983215 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 345 full false Spain T-4 Spain T-4 Buzzsprout-10983206 Thu, 28 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 361 full false Go in Peace Go in Peace Buzzsprout-10983203 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 547 full false Fraction Fraction Buzzsprout-10983199 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 344 full false K.P.G. K.P.G. Buzzsprout-10983195 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 431 full false Deacon Dave Homily - 17th Sunday Cycle C Deacon Dave Homily - 17th Sunday Cycle C Buzzsprout-11020697 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 21:00:00 -0400 413 full false Evil Evil Buzzsprout-10983191 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 366 full false Temptation Temptation Buzzsprout-10983187 Sat, 23 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 382 full false Forgiveness Forgiveness Buzzsprout-10944227 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 417 full false Daily Bread Daily Bread Buzzsprout-10944222 Thu, 21 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 303 full false Thy Will Be Done Thy Will Be Done Buzzsprout-10944216 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 336 full false Hallowed Be Thy Name Hallowed Be Thy Name Buzzsprout-10944273 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 399 full false Our Father Who Art in Heaven Our Father Who Art in Heaven Buzzsprout-10944211 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 360 full false Make Present Make Present Buzzsprout-10944208 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 361 full false Institution and Consecration Institution and Consecration Buzzsprout-10944200 Sat, 16 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 368 full false Holy Holy Holy Holy Holy Holy Buzzsprout-10944238 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 438 full false The Preface The Preface Buzzsprout-10944191 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 308 full false The Gifts The Gifts Buzzsprout-10944186 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 681 full false Angel Skit Angel Skit Buzzsprout-10928819 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 272 full false Intentions Intentions Buzzsprout-10928814 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 278 full false Nicene Creed Nicene Creed Buzzsprout-10928812 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 449 full false Homily Homily Buzzsprout-10928796 Sat, 09 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 416 full false The 2nd Reading and Gospel The 2nd Reading and Gospel Buzzsprout-10902704 Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 380 full false The Psalms The Psalms Buzzsprout-10902703 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 322 full false The 1st Reading The 1st Reading Buzzsprout-10902690 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 384 full false Gloria & Collect Gloria & Collect Buzzsprout-10891263 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 395 full false Penitential Rite Penitential Rite Buzzsprout-10891260 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 371 full false The Lord be with You The Lord be with You Buzzsprout-10891257 Sun, 03 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 421 full false God Lifts Up the Lowly God Lifts Up the Lowly Buzzsprout-10891255 Sat, 02 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400 403 full false Today Tomar...hanging out in Portugal Today Tomar...hanging out in Portugal Buzzsprout-10853793 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 362 full false Deacon Dave Homily - Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus Christ 2022 Deacon Dave Homily - Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus Christ 2022 Buzzsprout-10818733 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 17:00:00 -0400 515 full false Body, Blood, Soul & Divinity Body, Blood, Soul & Divinity In this episode, we talk about the solemnity Corpus Christi

]]> In this episode, we talk about the solemnity Corpus Christi

]]> Buzzsprout-10800326 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 484 full false God Seeks You God Seeks You In this episode, we talk about doing the will of God - choosing Him over things of the world.

]]> In this episode, we talk about doing the will of God - choosing Him over things of the world.

]]> Buzzsprout-10800303 Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 402 full false Storing Your Treasures Storing Your Treasures In this episode, we talk about storing up treasures in heaven

]]> In this episode, we talk about storing up treasures in heaven

]]> Buzzsprout-10800291 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 389 full false Fear No One Fear No One In this episode we talk about Elisha from the Old Testament.

]]> In this episode we talk about Elisha from the Old Testament.

]]> Buzzsprout-10800256 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 471 full false Be Humble Be Open Be Humble Be Open Buzzsprout-10767800 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 512 full false Let's Sit and Talk Let's Sit and Talk Buzzsprout-10767789 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 385 full false To Turn or Not Turn - That is the Question To Turn or Not Turn - That is the Question Buzzsprout-10767753 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 420 full false 3 and 1 - God Math 3 and 1 - God Math Buzzsprout-10767735 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 419 full false Yes or No Yes or No Buzzsprout-10767713 Sat, 11 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 494 full false Can You Speak Up? Can You Speak Up? We talk about hearing God...

]]> We talk about hearing God...

]]> Buzzsprout-10767696 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 362 full false Radiating God’s Love—At the Foot of the Altar Radiating God’s Love—At the Foot of the Altar Buzzsprout-10762208 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 249 full false Radiating God's Love - How Long Will You Straddle the Issue? Radiating God's Love - How Long Will You Straddle the Issue? Buzzsprout-10755465 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 283 full false Radiating God’s Love—Jireh, the Lord will Provide Radiating God’s Love—Jireh, the Lord will Provide Buzzsprout-10748862 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 187 full false Radiating God's Love - Where Are You? Radiating God's Love - Where Are You? Buzzsprout-10742330 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 357 full false Radiating God's Love - Pentecost! Radiating God's Love - Pentecost! Buzzsprout-10738433 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400 307 full false Radiating God’s Love—Prison Break Radiating God’s Love—Prison Break Buzzsprout-10728801 Sat, 04 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 310 full false Radiating God's Love - Give Me A Hand Radiating God's Love - Give Me A Hand In this episode, DD talks about asking God to help us in all we do.

]]> In this episode, DD talks about asking God to help us in all we do.

]]> Buzzsprout-10727947 Fri, 03 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 318 full false Radiating God’s Love—Solitude Radiating God’s Love—Solitude Buzzsprout-10715963 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 270 full false Radiating God's Love - Time to Tend Radiating God's Love - Time to Tend In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about teaching the truth as our number 1 priority.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about teaching the truth as our number 1 priority.

]]> Buzzsprout-10715578 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 401 full false Radiating God’s Love—Home Sweet Home Radiating God’s Love—Home Sweet Home Buzzsprout-10703492 Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 259 full false Radiating God's Love - The Power of Touch Radiating God's Love - The Power of Touch Buzzsprout-10696681 Mon, 30 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 342 full false Radiating God's Love - Baptized by the Holy Spirit! Radiating God's Love - Baptized by the Holy Spirit! In this episode Deacon day talks about being baptized by the Holy Spirit

]]> In this episode Deacon day talks about being baptized by the Holy Spirit

]]> Buzzsprout-10696372 Sun, 29 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 429 full false Radiating God’s Love—Short Snippet on Sixth Saturday Radiating God’s Love—Short Snippet on Sixth Saturday Buzzsprout-10695108 Sat, 28 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 213 full false Radiating God's Love - It A'int Always Easy Radiating God's Love - It A'int Always Easy Many things in life are difficult. We can always know HOPE in Jesus 

]]> Many things in life are difficult. We can always know HOPE in Jesus 

]]> Buzzsprout-10686331 Fri, 27 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 347 full false Radiating God’s Love—Coming or going? Radiating God’s Love—Coming or going? How does today’s  Gospel reflect our prayer lives?

]]> How does today’s  Gospel reflect our prayer lives?

]]> Buzzsprout-10683776 Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 383 full false Radiating God's Love - Who is Your #1? Radiating God's Love - Who is Your #1? In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about keeping our priorities straight.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about keeping our priorities straight.

]]> Buzzsprout-10668945 Wed, 25 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 377 full false Radiating God’s Love—The Joy of the Spirit Radiating God’s Love—The Joy of the Spirit Buzzsprout-10670102 Tue, 24 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 272 full false Radiating God's Love - Testify! Radiating God's Love - Testify! We need to share Jesus!

]]> We need to share Jesus!

]]> Buzzsprout-10665459 Mon, 23 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400 391 full false Deacon Dave Homily 6th Week of Easter Deacon Dave Homily 6th Week of Easter Buzzsprout-10659106 Sat, 21 May 2022 22:00:00 -0400 407 full false Radiating God’s Love- Reassurances Radiating God’s Love- Reassurances Jesus reassures His disciples…and us!

]]> Jesus reassures His disciples…and us!

]]> Buzzsprout-10655284 Sat, 21 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 290 full false Radiating God's Love - Chosen to Live the Truth Radiating God's Love - Chosen to Live the Truth In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about challenges we may have with Church teaching and how we can work to reconcile ourselves to the Truth who is Jesus Christ.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about challenges we may have with Church teaching and how we can work to reconcile ourselves to the Truth who is Jesus Christ.

]]> Buzzsprout-10650014 Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 327 full false Radiating God’s Love - Remaining in the Love of Jesus Radiating God’s Love - Remaining in the Love of Jesus Keeping our eyes focused on Jesus from the very beginning of our day can help us remain in His love!

]]> Keeping our eyes focused on Jesus from the very beginning of our day can help us remain in His love!

]]> Buzzsprout-10643729 Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 216 full false Radiating God's Love - Get Rooted Radiating God's Love - Get Rooted Buzzsprout-10639001 Wed, 18 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400 371 full false Radiating God’s Love - Grant us Peace Radiating God’s Love - Grant us Peace What is blocking you from receiving the Peace of Jesus? Invite Him in!

]]> What is blocking you from receiving the Peace of Jesus? Invite Him in!

]]> Buzzsprout-10630336 Tue, 17 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 357 full false Radiatng God's Love - Come Into This Place Radiatng God's Love - Come Into This Place Buzzsprout-10625223 Mon, 16 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400 425 full false Radiating God's Love - Love on the Run Radiating God's Love - Love on the Run Buzzsprout-10619222 Sun, 15 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400 352 full false Radiating God's Love --Decisions, decisions Radiating God's Love --Decisions, decisions The Apostles had to make a decision.  How can we include God in the decisions we make?

]]> The Apostles had to make a decision.  How can we include God in the decisions we make?

]]> Buzzsprout-10603853 Sat, 14 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 332 full false Radiating God's Love - What is in Your Suitcase? Radiating God's Love - What is in Your Suitcase? In this episode Deacon Dave talks about the Lord preparing a place for us. Is our suitcase full of things eternal or full of things of the world. 

]]> In this episode Deacon Dave talks about the Lord preparing a place for us. Is our suitcase full of things eternal or full of things of the world. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10609571 Fri, 13 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 346 full false Radiating God's Love - Whose there? I or We? Radiating God's Love - Whose there? I or We? Buzzsprout-10596059 Thu, 12 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 300 full false Radiating God's Love - Turn the Lights On Radiating God's Love - Turn the Lights On Deacon Dave talks about letting the light shine in the dark rooms of our life.

]]> Deacon Dave talks about letting the light shine in the dark rooms of our life.

]]> Buzzsprout-10598620 Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 378 full false Radiating God's Love - Scattered Radiating God's Love - Scattered Buzzsprout-10580556 Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 404 full false Radiating God's Love - Bonus Monday Radiating God's Love - Bonus Monday Buzzsprout-10585305 Mon, 09 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 348 full false Radiating God's Love - Do you recognize the voice of Jesus Radiating God's Love - Do you recognize the voice of Jesus Buzzsprout-10580090 Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 372 full false Radiating God's Love - Happy Mothers Day Radiating God's Love - Happy Mothers Day Buzzsprout-10577928 Sun, 08 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 345 full false Failure to forgive: blocking the Spirit? Failure to forgive: blocking the Spirit? Buzzsprout-10567948 Sat, 07 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 387 full false Radiating God's Love - You want me to do what? Radiating God's Love - You want me to do what? Buzzsprout-10567459 Fri, 06 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 354 full false Radiating God’s Love: Marvelous Mentors Radiating God’s Love: Marvelous Mentors Buzzsprout-10549535 Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 368 full false Radiating God's Love - Are You Living the Resurrection? Radiating God's Love - Are You Living the Resurrection? In this episode Deacon Dave talks about burying the dead and how we need to live out the resurrection

]]> In this episode Deacon Dave talks about burying the dead and how we need to live out the resurrection

]]> Buzzsprout-10549048 Wed, 04 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 403 full false Radiating God's Love - Jesus in Disguise Radiating God's Love - Jesus in Disguise In this episode, Layperson Lisa talks about an encounter with Jesus while at work.

]]> In this episode, Layperson Lisa talks about an encounter with Jesus while at work.

]]> Buzzsprout-10541447 Tue, 03 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 308 full false Radiating God's Love - Are You Hungry? Radiating God's Love - Are You Hungry? In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about hungering for the eternal and not the earthly

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about hungering for the eternal and not the earthly

]]> Buzzsprout-10541438 Mon, 02 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400 410 full false Deacon Dave Reflection on Sunday Readings Deacon Dave Reflection on Sunday Readings Peter tells the Sanhedrin they are called to serve God and not man. We have so many opportunities to do the same!

]]> Peter tells the Sanhedrin they are called to serve God and not man. We have so many opportunities to do the same!

]]> Buzzsprout-10527961 Sun, 01 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400 382 full false Radiating God's Love - Choppy Waters! Radiating God's Love - Choppy Waters! Buzzsprout-10514117 Sat, 30 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 309 full false Radiating God's Love - A Little Bit Can Go a Long Way with God Radiating God's Love - A Little Bit Can Go a Long Way with God In this episode, we talk about the miracle of the loaves and fishes and how God can do great things with the smallest of offerings from us!

]]> In this episode, we talk about the miracle of the loaves and fishes and how God can do great things with the smallest of offerings from us!

]]> Buzzsprout-10506862 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 347 full false Radiating God's Love - Unwrapped Gifts Radiating God's Love - Unwrapped Gifts Buzzsprout-10472587 Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400 318 full false Radiating God's Love - Let the Light Shine In Radiating God's Love - Let the Light Shine In In this episode, Deacon Dave reflects on the sacrament of reconciliation and how we need to step into the light.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave reflects on the sacrament of reconciliation and how we need to step into the light.

]]> Buzzsprout-10502918 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 312 full false Radiating God's Love - The Whisper of the Holy Spirit Radiating God's Love - The Whisper of the Holy Spirit Buzzsprout-10452725 Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400 352 full false Radiating God's Love - Here's How Humility Helps Radiating God's Love - Here's How Humility Helps Buzzsprout-10495258 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400 293 full false Deacon Dave Second Sunday of Easter Homily Cycle C Deacon Dave Second Sunday of Easter Homily Cycle C Buzzsprout-10490718 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 19:00:00 -0400 529 full false Radiating God's Love - Be Bold! Radiating God's Love - Be Bold! In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about US being bold in sharing the love of Jesus with others.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about US being bold in sharing the love of Jesus with others.

]]> Buzzsprout-10487554 Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 273 full false Radiating God's Love - Who is the Foundation of Your Life Built On? Radiating God's Love - Who is the Foundation of Your Life Built On? Buzzsprout-10476251 Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400 394 full false Radiating God's Love - Reflection for Thursday in the Octave of Easter Radiating God's Love - Reflection for Thursday in the Octave of Easter Buzzsprout-10449248 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400 374 full false Radiating God's Love - Wednesday in Octave of Easter Radiating God's Love - Wednesday in Octave of Easter There is power in the name of Jesus.

]]> There is power in the name of Jesus.

]]> Buzzsprout-10471683 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400 465 full false Radiating God's Love - Epilogue Radiating God's Love - Epilogue Buzzsprout-10464327 Tue, 19 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400 501 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 40 Radiating God's Love - Day 40 Wow

]]> Wow

]]> Buzzsprout-10458298 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 333 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 39 Radiating God's Love - Day 39 Good Friday...

]]> Good Friday...

]]> Buzzsprout-10444790 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 474 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 38 Radiating God's Love - Day 38 What are you holding on to?

]]> What are you holding on to?

]]> Buzzsprout-10438693 Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 439 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 37 Radiating God's Love - Day 37 Today is about the different types of Love

]]> Today is about the different types of Love

]]> Buzzsprout-10432355 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0400 432 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 36 Radiating God's Love - Day 36 Buzzsprout-10424804 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 453 full false Radiatng God's Love - Day 35 Radiatng God's Love - Day 35 Buzzsprout-10417434 Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 429 full false Radiatng God's Love - Day 34 Radiatng God's Love - Day 34 Buzzsprout-10403120 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 386 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 33 Radiating God's Love - Day 33 Buzzsprout-10396910 Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 447 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 32 Radiating God's Love - Day 32 Buzzsprout-10390031 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 450 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 31 Radiating God's Love - Day 31 Buzzsprout-10382553 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 431 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 30 Radiating God's Love - Day 30 Families...

]]> Families...

]]> Buzzsprout-10375320 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0400 381 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 29 Radiating God's Love - Day 29 Buzzsprout-10362309 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400 299 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 28 Radiating God's Love - Day 28 Buzzsprout-10356932 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 19:00:00 -0400 398 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 27 Radiating God's Love - Day 27 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "Gratitude"

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "Gratitude"

]]> Buzzsprout-10347681 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 361 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 26 Radiating God's Love - Day 26 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "clean of heart" and "peacemakers".

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "clean of heart" and "peacemakers".

]]> Buzzsprout-10339682 Tue, 29 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0400 452 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 25 Radiating God's Love - Day 25 Buzzsprout-10331965 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0400 397 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 24 Radiating God's Love - Day 24 Buzzsprout-10317251 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400 387 full false Radiatng God's Love - Day 23 Radiatng God's Love - Day 23 Joy vs Happy 

]]> Joy vs Happy 

]]> Buzzsprout-10311861 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 395 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 22 Radiating God's Love - Day 22 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the "Hunter's Snare"

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the "Hunter's Snare"

]]> Buzzsprout-10304169 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0400 346 full false Radiatng God's Love - Day 21 Radiatng God's Love - Day 21 Rent yourtendRend heart

]]> Rent yourtendRend heart

]]> Buzzsprout-10296798 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0400 375 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 20 Radiating God's Love - Day 20 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about God as our shield.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about God as our shield.

]]> Buzzsprout-10289618 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 406 full false Deacon Dave Homily for 3rd Sunday of Lent Cycle A 2022 Deacon Dave Homily for 3rd Sunday of Lent Cycle A 2022 In this episode, Deacon Dave shares his homily about the woman and the well and how are identity is not found in the circumstances of our life but in Jesus Himself.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave shares his homily about the woman and the well and how are identity is not found in the circumstances of our life but in Jesus Himself.

]]> Buzzsprout-10282988 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0400 453 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 19 Radiating God's Love - Day 19 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about Fog - Yes, Fog!

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about Fog - Yes, Fog!

]]> Buzzsprout-10274397 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 450 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 18 Radiating God's Love - Day 18 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about noise in our lives AND about how we can build walls in our relationships. 

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about noise in our lives AND about how we can build walls in our relationships. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10268892 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0400 422 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 17 Radiating God's Love - Day 17 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about community.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about community.

]]> Buzzsprout-10262471 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0400 434 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 16 Radiating God's Love - Day 16 Pride and Humility 

]]> Pride and Humility 

]]> Buzzsprout-10254172 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400 410 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 15 Radiating God's Love - Day 15 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the light of Christ.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the light of Christ.

]]> Buzzsprout-10249210 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0400 420 full false Radiatng God's Love - Day 14 Radiatng God's Love - Day 14 Our daily bread

]]> Our daily bread

]]> Buzzsprout-10233121 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500 387 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 13 Radiating God's Love - Day 13 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about how we all have a purpose and the undercurrent should be Love.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about how we all have a purpose and the undercurrent should be Love.

]]> Buzzsprout-10225513 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500 441 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 12 Radiating God's Love - Day 12 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about our disposition in relationships and the sacraments.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about our disposition in relationships and the sacraments.

]]> Buzzsprout-10219041 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500 502 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 11 Radiating God's Love - Day 11 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about a card he received from the technicians, an encounter with the lady who greets patients, and about our human dignity.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about a card he received from the technicians, an encounter with the lady who greets patients, and about our human dignity.

]]> Buzzsprout-10211503 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500 482 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 10 Radiating God's Love - Day 10 In this episode, Deacon Dave shares a few encounters and talks about our desire to control what we cannot control.  Also, if you have not subscribed to our podcast, please do so!

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave shares a few encounters and talks about our desire to control what we cannot control.  Also, if you have not subscribed to our podcast, please do so!

]]> Buzzsprout-10206649 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0500 538 full false Mass Retreat Part 9 Mass Retreat Part 9 In this episode we finish going through the Introductory Rites.

]]> In this episode we finish going through the Introductory Rites.

]]> Buzzsprout-10157389 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1501 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 9 Radiating God's Love - Day 9 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "leaven" and "worry."  Two different topics inside of one episode!

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "leaven" and "worry."  Two different topics inside of one episode!

]]> Buzzsprout-10188656 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500 436 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 8 Radiating God's Love - Day 8 In today's episode, Deacon Dave talks about picking up our crosses and following Jesus in terms of mortification

]]> In today's episode, Deacon Dave talks about picking up our crosses and following Jesus in terms of mortification

]]> Buzzsprout-10182667 Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0500 410 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 7 Radiating God's Love - Day 7 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about how we can be "a dusting of Jesus" to the world that saturates.  Please subscribe and share with your friends and family.  I have been overwhelmed in my own life with how God is using this time to bring about His glory.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about how we can be "a dusting of Jesus" to the world that saturates.  Please subscribe and share with your friends and family.  I have been overwhelmed in my own life with how God is using this time to bring about His glory.

]]> Buzzsprout-10174730 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:00:00 -0500 433 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 6 Radiating God's Love - Day 6 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the importance of HUGS. This is one of the most fundamental ways we can say I love you - no words required.  Please check it out!

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the importance of HUGS. This is one of the most fundamental ways we can say I love you - no words required.  Please check it out!

]]> Buzzsprout-10166741 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0500 371 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 5 Radiating God's Love - Day 5 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about putting on the garment of love which is lined with gentleness

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about putting on the garment of love which is lined with gentleness

]]> Buzzsprout-10158718 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500 388 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 4 Radiating God's Love - Day 4 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "Sitting with the Sacraments."

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about "Sitting with the Sacraments."

]]> Buzzsprout-10143098 Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 414 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 3 Radiating God's Love - Day 3 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about God's grace and how He can do so much more in our lives then what we might think.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about God's grace and how He can do so much more in our lives then what we might think.

]]> Buzzsprout-10136624 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500 394 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 2 Radiating God's Love - Day 2 In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the importance of taking time for prayer - prayer in silence. We can make time for some many other things in life, we should make time for our God who wants to abide in us.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave talks about the importance of taking time for prayer - prayer in silence. We can make time for some many other things in life, we should make time for our God who wants to abide in us.

]]> Buzzsprout-10130158 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 389 full false Radiating God's Love - Day 1 Radiating God's Love - Day 1 In this episode, Deacon Dave reflections on Day 1 of radiation treatments.  The main theme for today is that God's perfect love casts out all fear.

]]> In this episode, Deacon Dave reflections on Day 1 of radiation treatments.  The main theme for today is that God's perfect love casts out all fear.

]]> Buzzsprout-10123334 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 404 full false Radiating God's Love - Prologue Radiating God's Love - Prologue Join Deacon Dave on his radiation treatments for recurring Prostate Cancer. He will reflect on his journey each day sharing stories of his encounters with God.

]]> Join Deacon Dave on his radiation treatments for recurring Prostate Cancer. He will reflect on his journey each day sharing stories of his encounters with God.

]]> Buzzsprout-10115000 Mon, 21 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500 359 full false Deacon Dave Homily 6th Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle C Deacon Dave Homily 6th Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle C Buzzsprout-10063523 Sat, 12 Feb 2022 20:00:00 -0500 683 full false Mass Retreat Part 8 Mass Retreat Part 8 In this episode, we have finally made it into the Sanctuary.  We start going over the Introductory Rites in this episode.

]]> In this episode, we have finally made it into the Sanctuary.  We start going over the Introductory Rites in this episode.

]]> Buzzsprout-10018698 Sat, 12 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 883 full false Mass Retreat Part 7 Mass Retreat Part 7 In this episode, we talk about the colors and vestments the clergy wear including the prayers that are said while vesting.

]]> In this episode, we talk about the colors and vestments the clergy wear including the prayers that are said while vesting.

]]> Buzzsprout-9974826 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 939 full false Mass Retreat Part 6 Mass Retreat Part 6 In the last episode, we talked about obstacles to paying attention in Mass. In this episode, we talk about how to overcome those obstacles.

]]> In the last episode, we talked about obstacles to paying attention in Mass. In this episode, we talk about how to overcome those obstacles.

]]> Buzzsprout-9974773 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1081 full false Mass Retreat Part 5 Mass Retreat Part 5 In this episode, we talk about preparing for Mass and getting in the right frame of mind to worship and adore the Lord.

]]> In this episode, we talk about preparing for Mass and getting in the right frame of mind to worship and adore the Lord.

]]> Buzzsprout-9844564 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1175 full false Deacon Dave Homily 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C Deacon Dave Homily 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle C Listen to Deacon Dave Homily as he talks about our role in turning water into wine and how we should live out our lives in expectation "to the brim."

]]> Listen to Deacon Dave Homily as he talks about our role in turning water into wine and how we should live out our lives in expectation "to the brim."

]]> Buzzsprout-9903011 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0500 476 full false Mass Retreat Part 4 Mass Retreat Part 4 In this episode, we talk about Liturgy of the Hours. 

]]> In this episode, we talk about Liturgy of the Hours. 

]]> Buzzsprout-9844560 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1270 full false Mass Retreat Part 3 Mass Retreat Part 3 Buzzsprout-9833179 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1223 full false Mass Retreat Part 2 Mass Retreat Part 2 Buzzsprout-9787974 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1227 full false Mass Retreat Part 1 Mass Retreat Part 1 2 years ago, Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa held a weekend Mass Retreat.  In this series of podcasts, they revisit the details of the retreat and breakdown the different parts of the Mass.

]]> 2 years ago, Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa held a weekend Mass Retreat.  In this series of podcasts, they revisit the details of the retreat and breakdown the different parts of the Mass.

]]> Buzzsprout-9787972 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1003 full false Deacon Dave Christmas Morning Homily 2021 Deacon Dave Christmas Morning Homily 2021 Buzzsprout-9787970 Sat, 25 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0500 436 full false Fruit of the Spirit - Modesty Fruit of the Spirit - Modesty Buzzsprout-9613989 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 726 full false Fruit of the Spirit - Chastity Fruit of the Spirit - Chastity Buzzsprout-9613809 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 717 full false Fruit of the Spirit - Longanimity (Long Suffering) Fruit of the Spirit - Longanimity (Long Suffering) Buzzsprout-9613597 Thu, 25 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0500 619 full false Christ the King Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily Christ the King Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily Buzzsprout-9587364 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0500 619 full false Generosity Did Not Kill the Cat Generosity Did Not Kill the Cat Buzzsprout-9243940 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 680 full false Oh My Goodness!!! Oh My Goodness!!! This episode is on "goodness" - a fruit of the Spirit

]]> This episode is on "goodness" - a fruit of the Spirit

]]> Buzzsprout-9243913 Mon, 27 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 669 full false Love of God (Life in the Spirit Session 2) by Deacon Dave Love of God (Life in the Spirit Session 2) by Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-9223023 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 17:00:00 -0400 1533 full false Deacon Dave Homily for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Buzzsprout-9206991 Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0400 318 full false Fruit of the Spirit - Gentleness Fruit of the Spirit - Gentleness Buzzsprout-9176990 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0400 666 full false Deacon Dave Reflection on 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Reflection on 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Buzzsprout-9172499 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0400 355 full false Fruit of the Holy Spirit - Kindness Fruit of the Holy Spirit - Kindness Buzzsprout-9139486 Sat, 04 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0400 856 full false Deacon Dave Reflection on the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Reflection on the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Buzzsprout-9134911 Fri, 03 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0400 311 full false Please Give Me Some Self Control! Please Give Me Some Self Control! Buzzsprout-9082185 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 753 full false 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-9096831 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400 334 full false Fruit of the Holy Spirit - JOY!!! Fruit of the Holy Spirit - JOY!!! Buzzsprout-9076560 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 865 full false 21st Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily 21st Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily Buzzsprout-9076544 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 734 full false 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-9060368 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400 324 full false Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2021 Reflection by Deacon Dave Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2021 Reflection by Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-9024164 Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:00:00 -0400 313 full false 19th Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Reflection 19th Sunday Ordinary Time Cycle B Deacon Dave Reflection We continue with the bread of life discourse from John chapter 6.  Today we talk about two things derived from our Friday morning group.  

]]> We continue with the bread of life discourse from John chapter 6.  Today we talk about two things derived from our Friday morning group.  

]]> Buzzsprout-8986257 Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 342 full false Pick a Peck of PATIENCE Pick a Peck of PATIENCE In the episode, we talk about Patience, which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit.  Please also note our nifty intro music!

]]> In the episode, we talk about Patience, which is a fruit of the Holy Spirit.  Please also note our nifty intro music!

]]> Buzzsprout-8950290 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1119 full false 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B Reflection by Deacon Dave Based on our Friday morning bible study group, Deacon Dave shares 2 key take points derived from our discussions!

]]> Based on our Friday morning bible study group, Deacon Dave shares 2 key take points derived from our discussions!

]]> Buzzsprout-8948720 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:00:00 -0400 348 full false May I Have a Peace of Piety Please May I Have a Peace of Piety Please In this episode, we talk about two gifts of the Holy Spirit.  Piety and Fear of the Lord!

]]> In this episode, we talk about two gifts of the Holy Spirit.  Piety and Fear of the Lord!

]]> Buzzsprout-8926181 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -0400 1262 full false All Those Fragments - Reflection on 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B by Deacon Dave All Those Fragments - Reflection on 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B by Deacon Dave This is a reflection based on discussion from Friday morning discussion on the readings for this upcoming weekend.

]]> This is a reflection based on discussion from Friday morning discussion on the readings for this upcoming weekend.

]]> Buzzsprout-8912356 Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0400 381 full false Let the Lord Lead - Reflection on 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B by Deacon Dave Let the Lord Lead - Reflection on 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B by Deacon Dave This reflection is based on our Friday morning bible study which focuses on the upcoming Sunday readings.  Information contained in this podcast is based on compiled discussions from the group.  Thanks to all!

]]> This reflection is based on our Friday morning bible study which focuses on the upcoming Sunday readings.  Information contained in this podcast is based on compiled discussions from the group.  Thanks to all!

]]> Buzzsprout-8883842 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 20:00:00 -0400 418 full false The Mind Bone Connects to the Heart Bone - The Gift of Knowledge The Mind Bone Connects to the Heart Bone - The Gift of Knowledge In this episode with talk about the gift of the Holy Spirit called KNOWLEDGE. 

]]> In this episode with talk about the gift of the Holy Spirit called KNOWLEDGE. 

]]> Buzzsprout-8874771 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0400 1195 full false An Attitude of Fortitude An Attitude of Fortitude We discuss the gift of Fortitude in the episode.

]]> We discuss the gift of Fortitude in the episode.

]]> Buzzsprout-8834572 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0400 982 full false 11th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B 2021 Homily Deacon Dave 11th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B 2021 Homily Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-8834547 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0400 607 full false Deacon Dave Homily 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B 2021 Deacon Dave Homily 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time Cycle B 2021 Buzzsprout-8834486 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0400 600 full false Counsel Me Please Counsel Me Please In this episode we talk about the gift of counsel!

]]> In this episode we talk about the gift of counsel!

]]> Buzzsprout-8798606 Thu, 01 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0400 810 full false Do You Understand Understanding? Do You Understand Understanding? In this episode, we talk about the Gift of Understanding

]]> In this episode, we talk about the Gift of Understanding

]]> Buzzsprout-8727654 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 21:00:00 -0400 665 full false Introduction to Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit Introduction to Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit Buzzsprout-8619345 Mon, 31 May 2021 14:00:00 -0400 862 full false Wisdom Wisdom In this episode we talk about the gift of Wisdom!

]]> In this episode we talk about the gift of Wisdom!

]]> Buzzsprout-8607235 Fri, 28 May 2021 17:00:00 -0400 853 full false Cardinal Virtues Cardinal Virtues Buzzsprout-8545909 Tue, 18 May 2021 20:00:00 -0400 887 full false Theological Virtues Theological Virtues Buzzsprout-8487958 Sun, 09 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400 1047 full false Saint Catherine of Siena Saint Catherine of Siena Buzzsprout-8381309 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 942 full false Deacon Dave Homily 3rd Sunday of Easter Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily 3rd Sunday of Easter Cycle B Buzzsprout-8380761 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400 661 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Lust Seven Deadly Sins - Lust Buzzsprout-8365662 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400 955 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Wrath Seven Deadly Sins - Wrath Buzzsprout-8250215 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400 836 2 17 full false Deacon Dave Homily 5th Sunday of Lent Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily 5th Sunday of Lent Cycle B Buzzsprout-8203847 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0400 803 2 16 full false Saint Cyril of Jerusalem Saint Cyril of Jerusalem Buzzsprout-8070845 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 783 2 14 full false Heaven Hell and Purgatory Heaven Hell and Purgatory Please note the beginning of this podcast was not recorded.  It starts about 5 minutes into the show.  We apologize for any inconvenience!

]]> Please note the beginning of this podcast was not recorded.  It starts about 5 minutes into the show.  We apologize for any inconvenience!

]]> Buzzsprout-8124177 Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0500 6134 2 15 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Gluttony Seven Deadly Sins - Gluttony Buzzsprout-8070688 Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 778 2 13 full false Deacon Dave Homily 40 Days for Life Feb. 2021 Deacon Dave Homily 40 Days for Life Feb. 2021 Buzzsprout-8071551 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0500 702 2 12 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Greed Seven Deadly Sins - Greed Buzzsprout-8070168 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0500 460 2 11 full false Deacon Dave Homily Bicentennial Closing Mass Jan 2021 Deacon Dave Homily Bicentennial Closing Mass Jan 2021 Buzzsprout-8025323 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:00:00 -0500 647 2 10 full false Deacon Dave Homily First Sunday of Lent Cycle B Deacon Dave Homily First Sunday of Lent Cycle B Buzzsprout-8025172 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 19:00:00 -0500 884 2 8 full false Saint Thomas Aquinas Saint Thomas Aquinas Buzzsprout-8024844 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 887 full false Saint Scholastica Saint Scholastica Buzzsprout-8024834 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 717 2 8 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Envy Seven Deadly Sins - Envy Buzzsprout-8024829 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 585 2 7 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Sloth Seven Deadly Sins - Sloth Buzzsprout-8024753 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 1045 2 9 full false Seven Deadly Sins - Pride Seven Deadly Sins - Pride Buzzsprout-7169287 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500 554 2 5 full false Saint Clare Retreat presents Reconciliation - Why is this Sacrament so Important? Saint Clare Retreat presents Reconciliation - Why is this Sacrament so Important? We talk about sin and the need for reconciliation with God!

]]> We talk about sin and the need for reconciliation with God!

]]> Buzzsprout-7322941 Sat, 16 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0500 6954 2 4 full false Baptism of the Lord Baptism of the Lord Buzzsprout-7169353 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500 628 2 3 full false 4th Sunday of Advent Cycle B Homily - Deacon Dave 4th Sunday of Advent Cycle B Homily - Deacon Dave Buzzsprout-7170403 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 20:00:00 -0500 808 2 2 full false Catholic Social Teaching - The Environment Catholic Social Teaching - The Environment Buzzsprout-7168996 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500 712 2 1 full false Saint Joseph and Indulgences Saint Joseph and Indulgences Buzzsprout-7008778 Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:00:00 -0500 735 1 44 full false Catholic Social Teaching - Solidarity Catholic Social Teaching - Solidarity Buzzsprout-6937943 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0500 1049 1 43 full false Deacon David Homily Christ the King Cycle A 2020 Deacon David Homily Christ the King Cycle A 2020 Buzzsprout-6569533 Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:00:00 -0500 618 1 41 full false Catholic Social Teaching Part 8 - Rights and Responsibilities of Workers Catholic Social Teaching Part 8 - Rights and Responsibilities of Workers Buzzsprout-6504109 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 21:00:00 -0500 1356 1 40 full false Catholic Social Teaching 7 - Poor and Vulnerable Part 2 Catholic Social Teaching 7 - Poor and Vulnerable Part 2 Buzzsprout-6195055 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 18:00:00 -0500 1211 1 39 full false Catholic Social Teaching 6 - Poor and Vulnerable Part 1 Catholic Social Teaching 6 - Poor and Vulnerable Part 1 Buzzsprout-6194533 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0500 814 1 38 full false Catholic Social Teaching 5 - Rights and Responsibilities Part 2 Catholic Social Teaching 5 - Rights and Responsibilities Part 2 Buzzsprout-6149254 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0500 685 1 37 full false Catholic Social Teaching 4 - Rights and Responsibilities - Part 1 Catholic Social Teaching 4 - Rights and Responsibilities - Part 1 Buzzsprout-6149335 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 20:00:00 -0400 714 1 36 full false Deacon David Homily 29th Sunday Cycle A Deacon David Homily 29th Sunday Cycle A Buzzsprout-6149782 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0400 731 1 38 full false Deacon David Homily 27th Sunday Cycle A Deacon David Homily 27th Sunday Cycle A Buzzsprout-6149638 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0400 560 1 38 full false Litany of Trust 2 of 2 Litany of Trust 2 of 2 Buzzsprout-5736163 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0400 910 1 32 full false Litany of Trust 1 of 2 Litany of Trust 1 of 2 Buzzsprout-5736085 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 16:00:00 -0400 1195 1 31 full false Catholic Social Teaching 2 of 8 - Dignity of Life Catholic Social Teaching 2 of 8 - Dignity of Life Buzzsprout-5721979 Sat, 03 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 757 1 34 full false Catholic Social Teaching 1 of 8 - Introduction Catholic Social Teaching 1 of 8 - Introduction Buzzsprout-5721949 Sat, 03 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 725 1 33 full false Catholic Social Teaching 3 of 8 - Family and Community Catholic Social Teaching 3 of 8 - Family and Community Buzzsprout-5721913 Sat, 03 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 750 1 35 full false Humility Part 3 Humility Part 3 Buzzsprout-5202544 Sat, 29 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0400 918 1 30 full false Humility Part 2 Humility Part 2 Buzzsprout-5111863 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 13:00:00 -0400 804 1 29 full false Humility Part 1 Humility Part 1 Buzzsprout-5068640 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0400 985 1 28 full false Last Angels Episode - Seraphim! Last Angels Episode - Seraphim! Buzzsprout-5068625 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0400 801 1 27 full false Veiling Veiling Buzzsprout-5068577 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0400 1060 1 25 full false Cheribum Cheribum Part 8 of 9 in Angels Series

]]> Part 8 of 9 in Angels Series

]]> Buzzsprout-5055218 Tue, 18 Aug 2020 20:00:00 -0400 1034 1 26 full false Angels Part 7 of 9 - Thrones Angels Part 7 of 9 - Thrones Buzzsprout-4629800 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 16:00:00 -0400 937 1 24 full false Dominions Dominions This is Part 6 in our 9 part series on Angels - the Dominions!

]]> This is Part 6 in our 9 part series on Angels - the Dominions!

]]> Buzzsprout-4481714 Tue, 07 Jul 2020 18:00:00 -0400 980 1 23 full false Powers Powers This is episode 4 in our 9 part series on the angels.  This episode is about the Powers.

]]> This is episode 4 in our 9 part series on the angels.  This episode is about the Powers.

]]> Buzzsprout-4218419 Wed, 17 Jun 2020 21:00:00 -0400 684 1 22 full false Prince Prince This is part 3 of a 9 part series on the Angels.  This segment is one principalities.

]]> This is part 3 of a 9 part series on the Angels.  This segment is one principalities.

]]> Buzzsprout-4125890 Wed, 10 Jun 2020 21:00:00 -0400 718 1 21 full false Of God Of God We talk about the Archangels in this episode

]]> We talk about the Archangels in this episode

]]> Buzzsprout-4049021 Thu, 04 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400 643 1 20 full false On Guard On Guard Guardian Angels—angel choir

Here to guard/help us

Strong and intelligent

We can ask them for help in getting along with others.  Greet the person’s guardian angel in your heart before you greet them.  You will have 2 angels and yourself help you get along

Fr Chad Ripperger:

“God created something above you for you.”

Developing a special bond with your guardian angel helps deepen our internal life and helps us grow in holiness.

Guardian angel chose us.  They knew us before we were created and out of love and obedience to God, said yes to His offer to protect us.  They have had full knowledge of our temperaments, the sins we would commit, and all the good we would do.  They know us better than we know ourselves.

Pray to our guardian angels to help us grow in holiness.  Ask GA to reveal our primary defect to us so we can identify it and know what we need to change to grow in holiness.  (Our Lady of Sorrows, also).  Ask GA to show us our weaknesses and how our spiritual growth is affected and hindered.

Ask GA to humble us daily.  Pray for interior humiliations.  GA knows best and surest way to heaven is humility.  We will discover surprising ways our ego was injured or pride shattered.  All angels are perfect in all virtues.  But primary way of serving God is thru humble submission to His will. 

Combat evil and strengthen us.  Many exorcists say, in their experience, we may have guardian demons—those that said no to guarding us.  Satan mocks God, so he assigned us a demon. This diabolic spirit tries to dissuade us from getting closer to God, is an agent of temptation.  GA with us always.  Pray that our GA keeps us strong in times of temptations, assists us with holy thoughts and influences our imaginations, especially when under intense attacks.  GA can sway us to heavenly things when we ask by influencing our senses, intellect and will.  GA illuminates the truth and can intervene miraculously.

Padre Pio:

 “…the GA is our most sincere and trusted friend and even when, through our own fault, we sadden him with our own bad behavior.”  

Had people send him their GA when they needed guidance.  We can send our GA to others in need. 

]]> Guardian Angels—angel choir

Here to guard/help us

Strong and intelligent

We can ask them for help in getting along with others.  Greet the person’s guardian angel in your heart before you greet them.  You will have 2 angels and yourself help you get along

Fr Chad Ripperger:

“God created something above you for you.”

Developing a special bond with your guardian angel helps deepen our internal life and helps us grow in holiness.

Guardian angel chose us.  They knew us before we were created and out of love and obedience to God, said yes to His offer to protect us.  They have had full knowledge of our temperaments, the sins we would commit, and all the good we would do.  They know us better than we know ourselves.

Pray to our guardian angels to help us grow in holiness.  Ask GA to reveal our primary defect to us so we can identify it and know what we need to change to grow in holiness.  (Our Lady of Sorrows, also).  Ask GA to show us our weaknesses and how our spiritual growth is affected and hindered.

Ask GA to humble us daily.  Pray for interior humiliations.  GA knows best and surest way to heaven is humility.  We will discover surprising ways our ego was injured or pride shattered.  All angels are perfect in all virtues.  But primary way of serving God is thru humble submission to His will. 

Combat evil and strengthen us.  Many exorcists say, in their experience, we may have guardian demons—those that said no to guarding us.  Satan mocks God, so he assigned us a demon. This diabolic spirit tries to dissuade us from getting closer to God, is an agent of temptation.  GA with us always.  Pray that our GA keeps us strong in times of temptations, assists us with holy thoughts and influences our imaginations, especially when under intense attacks.  GA can sway us to heavenly things when we ask by influencing our senses, intellect and will.  GA illuminates the truth and can intervene miraculously.

Padre Pio:

 “…the GA is our most sincere and trusted friend and even when, through our own fault, we sadden him with our own bad behavior.”  

Had people send him their GA when they needed guidance.  We can send our GA to others in need. 

]]> Buzzsprout-3942299 Wed, 27 May 2020 19:00:00 -0400 795 1 19 full false Heavenly Hosts Heavenly Hosts In this episode, we talk about the choirs of angels.  This is the introduction to our new 9-part series on the angels where we will dive deep into each choir!

]]> In this episode, we talk about the choirs of angels.  This is the introduction to our new 9-part series on the angels where we will dive deep into each choir!

]]> Buzzsprout-3849767 Wed, 20 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400 954 1 18 full false FatimAmerica FatimAmerica In this episode we talk about apparitions of Mary in Fatima and in America.  Check it out!

]]> In this episode we talk about apparitions of Mary in Fatima and in America.  Check it out!

]]> Buzzsprout-3746978 Wed, 13 May 2020 19:00:00 -0400 748 1 17 full false Surrender Surrender We talk about surrendering to God in this Episode

]]> We talk about surrendering to God in this Episode

]]> Buzzsprout-3651778 Wed, 06 May 2020 18:00:00 -0400 720 1 16 full false Metanoia Metanoia In this episode we talk about conversion.  In particular, we talk about Saul who becomes Paul.

]]> In this episode we talk about conversion.  In particular, we talk about Saul who becomes Paul.

]]> Buzzsprout-3558787 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0400 798 1 15 full false What is your Eucharist story? What is your Eucharist story? It has been awhile since we have been able to receive the Eucharist.  Lisa and I share some of our stories and ask you to do the same.

]]> It has been awhile since we have been able to receive the Eucharist.  Lisa and I share some of our stories and ask you to do the same.

]]> Buzzsprout-3468655 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 18:00:00 -0400 670 1 14 full false Divine Mercy Divine Mercy In this episode we talk about St. Faustina and Divine Mercy.

]]> In this episode we talk about St. Faustina and Divine Mercy.

]]> Buzzsprout-3303856 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400 642 1 13 full false Dark Night Dark Night In this episode we talk about the Dark Night of the Soul.

]]> In this episode we talk about the Dark Night of the Soul.

]]> Buzzsprout-3257323 Wed, 08 Apr 2020 19:00:00 -0400 645 1 12 full false Ultimate Lent Ultimate Lent In this episode, we talk about our current situation of not being able to attend Mass.

]]> In this episode, we talk about our current situation of not being able to attend Mass.

]]> Buzzsprout-3124882 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 18:00:00 -0400 638 1 11 full false Fiat Fiat In this episode, we talk about the Annunciation of the Lord and how we can say yes to God.

]]> In this episode, we talk about the Annunciation of the Lord and how we can say yes to God.

]]> Buzzsprout-3124867 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 18:00:00 -0400 623 1 10 full false Deacon Dave Homily March 15 2020 Deacon Dave Homily March 15 2020 Many of you may not have made it to Mass this weekend due to the current virus.  Therefore, I am uploading my homily from this weekend. 

]]> Many of you may not have made it to Mass this weekend due to the current virus.  Therefore, I am uploading my homily from this weekend. 

]]> Buzzsprout-3014764 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0400 640 1 10 full false JP2 Fuel for the Journey JP2 Fuel for the Journey This episode takes place from the Washington Retreat House next to the Saint John Paul II Shrine in Washington DC.  Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about their trip to the Shrine!

]]> This episode takes place from the Washington Retreat House next to the Saint John Paul II Shrine in Washington DC.  Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about their trip to the Shrine!

]]> Buzzsprout-2999803 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0400 638 1 9 full false 4Give-4Given 4Give-4Given In this episode, we talk about forgiveness and how to let go of the hurt.

]]> In this episode, we talk about forgiveness and how to let go of the hurt.

]]> Buzzsprout-2920063 Tue, 10 Mar 2020 21:00:00 -0400 707 1 8 full false Under Attack Under Attack We discuss spiritual warfare and ways you can combat attacks from the devil

]]> We discuss spiritual warfare and ways you can combat attacks from the devil

]]> Buzzsprout-2919934 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 19:00:00 -0500 657 1 7 full false Lent40Life Lent40Life Deacon Dave talks about the 40 days of Lent and the 40 days of Life.  How can we use Lent to pray for respecting life from the moment of conception to natural death.  

]]> Deacon Dave talks about the 40 days of Lent and the 40 days of Life.  How can we use Lent to pray for respecting life from the moment of conception to natural death.  

]]> David Buzzsprout-2844760 Tue, 25 Feb 2020 22:00:00 -0500 581 1 6 full false Lint or is it Lent? Lint or is it Lent? Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about getting ready for Lent and some ways we can enter into the Lenten Season and make it a permanent part of our faith journey.

]]> Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about getting ready for Lent and some ways we can enter into the Lenten Season and make it a permanent part of our faith journey.

]]> David Buzzsprout-2779561 Tue, 18 Feb 2020 16:00:00 -0500 612 1 5 full false How to Improve Your Catholic IQ How to Improve Your Catholic IQ We talk about different ways to learn about your Catholic faith!

]]> We talk about different ways to learn about your Catholic faith!

]]> David Buzzsprout-2669374 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0500 668 1 4 full false You Want Me to Talk About Jesus? You Want Me to Talk About Jesus? In this show, we talk about simple ways to share Christ in your daily life.

]]> In this show, we talk about simple ways to share Christ in your daily life.

]]> David Buzzsprout-2669104 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0500 628 1 3 full false Let's go on a Pilgrimage!!! Let's go on a Pilgrimage!!! Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about this past weekends retreat and their pilgrimage to Portugal in May.

]]> Deacon Dave and Layperson Lisa talk about this past weekends retreat and their pilgrimage to Portugal in May.

]]> David Buzzsprout-2612638 Wed, 29 Jan 2020 19:00:00 -0500 1198 1 2 full false Where Heaven Meets Earth Welcome Where Heaven Meets Earth Welcome This podcast is for those going on the retreat in January 2020.  It is an intro into the weekend!

]]> This podcast is for those going on the retreat in January 2020.  It is an intro into the weekend!

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