In this week's episode, we continue our Lenten study on the book “A Time of Renewal” and focus on the theme of true self-denial. We reflect on the importance of recognizing our need for God’s love and allowing ourselves to be transformed by His grace. We also share personal experiences and insights on repentance, amendment, and trusting in God’s plan especially when the desires of our heart are not being fulfilled. We end by discussing the joys that can come from Lent when approached with a tender, sensitive, and alert heart.
Heather’s One Thing - Lenten Playlist
Heather’s Other One Thing - The talk Joy, Hope, and the Way Around by Monsignor Shea
Sister Miriam’s One Thing - The Pints with Aquinas episode on Transhumanism and Emerging Technologies w/ Fr. Michael Baggot (Watch on YouTube here)
Michelle’s One Thing - The book A Grand Slam for God: A Journey from Baseball Star to Catholic Priest by Fr. Burke Masters
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Quotes to Ponder:
The Church is a very vibrant Mother, and she shows us how happy she is about Lent. All through her liturgy there is this mood: something wonderful can happen. All of her prayers and directives are saying, “Please let it happen. Please allow it to happen.”
(Mother Mary Francis P.C.C. A Time of Renewal. Kindle Edition. Page 37)
We are called to a glorious festival of love—to be spiritually dizzied with the fact that this is how much God has loved us. Surely we shall all look at the crucifix with a new vision, a deepened understanding that he really.
(Mother Mary Francis P.C.C. A Time of Renewal. Kindle Edition. Page 37)
Scripture for Lectio:
“After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming the gospel of God: “This is the time of fulfillment. The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.”” (Mark 1:14-15)
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S10 E06: Daughter Part 3: Wounds of a Daughter
S10 E05: Daughter Part 2: Seen, Known and Loved: The Core Needs of a Daughter
S10 E04: Daughter Part 1: Delight of the Trinity
S10 E03: Journey Into the Deep
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S09 E15: HerStory Part 4 - Esther
S09 E14: HerStory Part 3 - Mary Magdalene
S09 E13: This Present Paradise Part 6: An Interview with Claire Dwyer
S09 E12: This Present Paradise Part 5: Let Love In
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