by Sister Susan Marie | May 30, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
Many saints have experienced raptures, or ecstasies. Is this something that should be expected by lay persons today? Or sought after? Why do you think that ecstasies are a part of God’s design for faith experiences? How do experiences of ecstasy and rapture...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 24, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
Ecstasies raise us above ourselves to union with God This week we are continuing Saint Francis’ Treatise on the Love of God with book seven (“Of The Union Of The Soul With Her God, Which Is Perfected In Prayer.”) . Be sure to watch the...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 21, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
As you reflect on the scene from John’s gospel, what stands out as significant to you?Why is gentleness so important (especially in comparison to being self-righteous and judgmental)? Additionally, “admonish the sinner” is one of the spiritual works...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 10, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
A good sense of humor is a path to holiness Hi Subscriber, Note: With the release of Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation, we are taking a break from our Treatise on the Love of God chats to have reflections on this new document. Chapter...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 7, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, St. Francis de Sales
At the beginning of this reflection we are reminded of what Pope Francis said warning against becoming “querulous and disillusioned pessimists, ‘sourpusses’” (EG 85). As we navigate the waters of growing in holiness, how do we a avoid a negative attitude toward the...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 6, 2018 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, Vocation news, Year of Consecrated Life
THE ADDRESS OF THE HOLY FATHER FRANCIS TO THE PARTICIPANTS IN THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION PROMOTED BY THE CONGREGATION FOR THE CONSECRATED LIFE INSTITUTES AND THE APOSTOLIC LIFE SOCIETIES at Paul VI Hall Friday, 4 May 2018 highlighted three key areas for consecrated...