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In this episode, I invite us to consider Jesus as role model and mentor for men, as a portrait of authentic masculinity. He shows us the importance of having a mentor, of solitude and self-care, of expressing emotion and vulnerability.
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We briefly explore 10 biblically rooted principles that might lead us collectively toward being a more dignified, decent, decorous people.
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Why has America become so mean? We explore some possible roots of this culture crisis, and how our religious traditions can serve to re-introduce the skills of how to be a good neighbor and a moral person.
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Jesus was born in a the least expected of places - a stable, surrounded by animals and their dung! This deeply compassionate action of God shows us that the healing Divine Light seeks to be birthed in the smelly stables within each of us. Where is that place for you this Christmas?
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Jesus' ancestors were quite a crew! Among them we find liars, murderers, prostitutes, and overall rogues, yet God choose to work with these people and was able to bring something glorious out of their many flaws.
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This is a meditation/prayer that invites you to pray with the Communion of Saints - our loved ones and soul friends who now pray with and for us from their heavenly place. As you listen to the meditation, feel welcome to pause after the prompts so you can spend as much time in quiet prayer as you need. I originally wrote this for my students at Fordham Prep. We prayed it together in our little chapel at school and I was overwhelmed by their heartfelt, deeply touching reflections. I hope you will find this prayer fruitful as well. Best Wishes and God Bless You!
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St. Ignatius did not want his Jesuits to burn out in a fit of what he called "zeal without knowledge." He wanted their ministries to be fruitful over the long haul. We know this as cura personalis - care for the person. Our podcast explores the the roots of this spiritual principle and how can can apply its wisdom to our lives.
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St. Ignatius affirmed that our choices should be oriented toward "the greater glory of God", that is, we should dedicate our time and energy to those things that will do the greatest good for the greatest number, the most "universal good." This goal is expressed in a principle called "magis." We explore the meaning and some misunderstandings of this key term.
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The ascension is both a sacred event in the history of the church and a symbol of a paradox of the human condition - we can only give our presence more deeply by going away so that others can receive the full blessing of our spirits.
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Easter is more than a commemoration of something that happened 2000 years ago. The resurrection of Jesus empowers us to live transformed lives now. Moreover we are invited to welcome this power into those places within and without that are most in need of light and new life.
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As Jesus journeyed through his final days to his death, he role-modeled what it means to practice hope. We explore the difference between hope and optimism, and how hope invites us to tend God's work, no matter the circumstances.
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Lent is modeled on the 40 days Jesus spent in the desert, 40 days of facing the chaos that sought to tear him apart. We are called to follow his example. In this episode we highlight some reflection questions which might serve us as we do our lenten spiritual work.
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A great commandment of the spiritual life is to bless others more and curse them less. We explore how to bless, what "cursing" looks like and what it means to be a blessing.
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Joseph role-models for us what it means to listen for the guidance of God and act on it; he teaches us that the loudest, most demanding, aggressive voices are not always voices of truth.
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My Fordham Prep students and I recently concluded a study of Hinduism with a focus on this great tradition's teaching about non-violence. This podcast summarizes foundational Hindu teaching that invites one to peaceful and non-violent living, with a focus on the example of Gandhi.
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Purgatory is not a place of punishment, but a stage of loving; a time and space where we do the work of forgiving, reconciling, letting go.
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Much like our physical health, our mental health needs care and tending. We explore a few avenues of mental health self-care and how this work promotes spiritual vitality.
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What makes for a full, fruitful, meaningful joyful life? We explore a centuries-old Jesuit approach to making the most of one's day, a way packed with wisdom for joie de vivre!
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Though we profess to be a "peaceful" people, we are not taught the ways of peace-making nor do we know its role models. Our reflections explore a step-by-step process for resolving conflicts.
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Shame is a powerful, malevolent, oppressive energy that feels like an endless downward push, leaving one without the capacity to feel God's mercy. Liberation from shame is part of what it means to be saved, to be redeemed. We explore how we can journey from shame to healing with the help of God’s grace.
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