A reflection on the relationship between spiritual growth and discernment, with examples of ways that ordinary choices are forms of discernment that help us in our spiritual growth. Dr. Mahan is a trained spiritual director and writes from years of…
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Quote of the Day — Thomas à Kempis
A blog post featuring one of Thomas à Kempis' insights into God's way of valuing human endeavors. Find It. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Blessed Julian of Norwich Feast Day — “All Is Well,” by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
A blog post introducing English mystic, Blessed Julian of Norwich. Dr. Mahan is a specialist on mystics and has done in-depth research on Julian. Find It. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Words of Wisdom from Peter Maurin
A short post introducing Peter Maurin, co-founder with Dorothy Day of the Catholic Worker. Includes a short quotation regarding a necessary behavior change if the future is to be different. Find It. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Seven Gifts and Nine Fruits — Come, Holy Spirit!
A blog post introducing the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Nine Fruits of the Spirit that flow into the world through the actions of those who receive the Gifts of the Spirt. Find It. Did you…
The Feast of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit and the Seven Gifts: Why It Matters, by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
This blog post provides some background on the Feast of Pentecost and the Holy Spirit before moving on to a consideration of the gift of Knowledge. Find It. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
A Christian’s Guide to Judaism, by Michael Lotker
A Christian's Guide to Judaism is an introduction to Jewish religion, history, culture, and holidays written especially for the curious non-Jew. This much-needed book provides Christians with a broad overview of the Jewish people and their religion, presents thorough explanations…
How Can God Heal Abuse and Trauma? by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
Insights from a survivor of childhood abuse regarding the journey of seeking and finding divine healing. Find it. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Divine Mercy — Entering the Locked Rooms of our Hearts
A reflection on Divine Mercy Sunday and our own sharing in the experience of the peace and healing that come with God's great gift of mercy. Find it. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
What is Holiness? Is it Wholeness?
In this blog post, Susan Mahan explores the idea of holiness from a variety of perspectives. Which of the many voices we hear around us and within us are the ones to heed? Find It. Did you like this?…
