A “Severe” St. Ignatius? A Reflection on Rule 7 from St. Ignatius’ First Week Rules for Discernment of Spirits

He was a visitor to our seminary, and our conversation had turned to the specific mission of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary.  I mentioned that Venerable Bruno Lanteri had founded the Oblates...

Meditations on God the Father

Do you know God the Father? He knows you and has treasured you from before the foundation of the world. He has contemplated you as a gift to give to His Son from...

Using Aromatherapy in Your Spiritual Practice

Based on “Spirituality & Essential Oils” from Aromatherapy for Feeling Good All our physical senses—smell, vision, touch, hearing, and taste—are gateways to...

Prayerful vs. Contemplative: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between a prayerful soul and a contemplative one?From the outside, this distinction is impossible to discern. In neither case is it merely a matter of age, vocation, or...

A New Language: Flowing in Being

A New Language: Flowing in Being By Avikal. Constantino In his new book, A New Language: Flowing in Being, spiritual teacher Avikal E....

The Spiritual Significance of Trimbakeshwar Kaal Sarp Puja

The Spiritual Significance of Trimbakeshwar Kaal Sarp Puja Introduction to Trimbakeshwar as a Sacred Pilgrimage Destination Trimbakeshwar is one of the holiest Shaiva...

Parenting That Reflects A Family’s Values

By Dr. Richard C. Horowitz Parenting That Reflects A Family’s Values Children don’t arrive with an instruction book. Raising children and providing for...

Full Moon in Pisces Eclipse: The Art of Letting Go 

Sometimes, pushing harder gets us nowhere. We can organize the plan, search for another answer, and try to anticipate every possible outcome. Eventually, though, we reach the edge of what we can control....

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