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Pray for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict

The Apostoli Viae community is saddened by the news of the loss of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. Please join us as we pray for the repose of his soul. photo: Giulio Napolitano/CNA / CNA

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Club or Charism?

The feature image of this post captures the joy of hearts completely immersed in loving God through the charism that God has called them to. In this case, the Carmelite nuns of Palencia Spain, with love overflowing towards us as visiting pilgrims, expressed the grace and vigor of their charism through their joyful generosity and the promise of their prayers. The powerful charism that echoes thr...

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Learning to Yield and Rest in the Silence - St. Teresa of Avila - Book of Her Life - 11:15

An audio reflection on how to deal with the struggle that comes when the Lord moves us into the deeper prayer of silence.

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A Sacred Heart Primer

“Learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart” (Matthew 11:29). The month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Feast of the Sacred Heart is a movable feast, always falling 19 days after Pentecost. This year, it falls on June 24th. This primer is intended to help you understand and make the most out of this amazing devotion to the most lovable and lo...

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Epiphany House Blessing - January 6th

Friends, We highly encourage you to participate in the Epiphany House Blessing, a beautiful tradition in our Faith, which symbolizes an invitation and your desire for Jesus' presence in your home. May the Lord bless you and your families in this new year! Illustration: The Adoration of the Magi, Edward Burne-Jones

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What happens when you don't pray?

During my hospitalization for Covid-19, I agreed to participate in a clinical trial to test a treatment that could be effective for those suffering from the virus. I made my last visit to the clinic today for the trial. They drew about eight vials of blood and asked me several questions. As we were talking, the nurse revealed that two other patients had agreed to the trial at the same time (...

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Contemplation - Spiritual Dictionary

Contemplation is an infused supernatural gift that originates completely in God.

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Discernment of Spirits Summary Guide - First Rules (1-14)

DISCERNMENT OF SPIRITS SUMMARY – First Rules (1-14) Process: 1) Awareness 2) Understanding 3) Action: Resist/Embrace Definitions/Fruits: Desolation: Inspirations to Doubt – Despair – Narcissism Consolation: Inspirations to Faith – Hope - Love Sources: 1) Yourself, 2) Good Spirits (GS), 3) Bad Spirits (BS) Persons moving away from God to serious ...

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Fatima and The Devotion of Five First Saturdays

The Apparitions On July 13, 1917, at Fátima, Portugal, the Blessed Virgin Mary said to the three pastorinhos, Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta: “You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. To save them, God wishes to establish in the world devotion to my Immaculate Heart. If what I say to you is done, many souls will be saved and there will be peace... I shal...

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Join Us In Prayer! Pope Francis Recognizes Miracle Attributed to Carmelite Sister Ana de Jesus!

Carmelites in the News: Pope Francis has recognized a miracle attributed to Carmelite Sister Ana de Jesús, a spiritual daughter of St. Teresa of Ávila and a friend to St. John of the Cross. Let's pray for a second miracle and for her canonization. In 1570, Ana de Jesus joined the Monastery of St. Joseph, founded by St. Teresa as the first establishment of the Carmelite refo...

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