Episodio 10 – La Octava Regla – Confianza y paciencia con la Regla 8 La Octava Regla: Que quien esté en desolación se esfuerce por ser paciente, lo cual es contrario a las vejaciones que le sobrevienen. Que piense que pronto será consolado, usando diligentemente los medios contra tal desolación, como se dice en la sexta regla. El P. Timothy Gallagh…

Episodio 11 – La Novena Regla – Resistir a la desolación espiritual con la Regla 9 La Novena Regla: Hay tres causas principales por las que nos encontramos desolados. La primera, porque somos tibios, perezosos o negligentes en nuestros ejercicios espirituales, y así por nuestras faltas se aleja de nosotros el consuelo espiritual. La segunda, para p…

Episodio 9 –La Séptima Regla – Resistir a la desolación espiritual con la Regla 7 La Séptima Regla: Que aquel que está en desolación considere cómo el Señor le ha dejado en prueba con sus poderes naturales para que pueda resistir las diversas agitaciones y tentaciones del enemigo, ya que puede resistir con la ayuda divina, que siempre permanece con…

Episodio 8 –La Sexta Regla – El camino de la desolación con la Regla 6 La Sexta Regla: Aunque en la desolación no debemos cambiar nuestros primeros propósitos, es muy ventajoso cambiarnos intensamente contra la desolación misma, como insistiendo más en la oración, en la meditación, en el mucho examen y en extendernos en algún modo conveniente de ha…

A Novena in honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri, founder of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary Day 5 – Honoring God by Joy “Sometimes it may seem as though God does not react to evil, as if he is silent. And yet God has s…

Episodio 7 –La Quinta Regla – Adoptar la regla 5 en tiempos de desolación La Quinta Regla: En tiempo de desolación nunca hacer mudanza; sino estar firme y constante en las resoluciones y determinación en que se estaba el día anterior a dicha desolación, o en la determinación en que se estaba en la consolación precedente. Porque, así como en la cons…

Episodio 6 -La Cuarta Regla – Desolación Espiritual La Cuarta Regla: De la Desolación Espiritual. Llamo desolación a todo lo contrario de la tercera regla, como es la oscuridad del alma, la turbación en ella, el movimiento hacia las cosas bajas y terrenas, el desasosiego de las diferentes agitaciones y tentaciones, el movimiento hacia la falta de c…

Episodio 5 – La Tercera Regla – Consolación espiritual La Tercera Regla: La tercera es de consolación espiritual. Llamo consolación cuando se causa algún movimiento interior en el alma, por el cual el alma llega a inflamarse de amor a su Creador y Señor; y cuando en consecuencia no puede amar ninguna cosa creada sobre la faz de la tierra en sí mism…

Episodio 4 -La Segunda Regla La Segunda Regla: En las personas que van limpiando intensamente sus pecados y elevándose de bien en mejor en el servicio de Dios nuestro Señor, es el método contrario al de la primera Regla, pues entonces es propio del mal espíritu morder, entristecer y poner obstáculos, inquietando con falsas razones, para que no se s…

Echoes of Eucatastrophe: Unveiling Spiritual Truths – A “Lord of the Rings” Spiritual Retreat with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast In the final episode of “A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat,” Father Timothy Gallagher concludes his profound exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “On Fairy-Stories.” Here, he emphasizes how fairy tales …

In this episode, Fr. Gallagher discusses “eucatastrophe.” J. R. R. Tolkien defined this term in his lecture “On Fairy-Stories,” as a “good catastrophe, the sudden joyous ‘turn’…it is a sudden and miraculous grace…a fleeting glimpse of Joy” (On Fairy-Stories 153) Going further, it is a moment experienced in the Gospel, referencing the greatest momen…

Spiritual Joy and Hope – A “Lord of the Rings” Spiritual Retreat w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast In this episode, Fr. Gallagher continues to discuss the virtue of joy in the “Lord of the Rings,” even in the face of challenges and suffering. He emphasizes the persistent joy found amidst the characters’ struggles, pointing out th…

Joy, Love, and Friendship – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts The episode begins with Fr. Gallagher describing “The Lord of the Rings” as a heroic romance, highlighting its themes of joy and good news, which resonate deeply with Christian beliefs. He uses the story of Samwise Gamgee’s eavesd…

Episodio 3 -La Primera Regla La Primera Regla: En las personas que van de pecado mortal en pecado mortal, el enemigo se sirve comúnmente de proponerles placeres aparentes, haciéndoles imaginar delicias y placeres sensuales para retenerlas más y hacerlas crecer en sus vicios y pecados. En estas personas el buen espíritu usa el método contrario, agui…

Episode 7 – Samwise’s Journey of Discipleship and Sacrifice – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat with Fr. Timothy Gallagher Fr. Timothy Gallagher examines spiritual themes from “The Lord of the Rings,” with a focus on Samwise Gamgee. The episode delves into the Christian concepts of sacrifice, loyalty, and faithfulness, paralleling Sam’s fiction…

Episode 6 – Samwise Gamgee’s Path of Faith and Perseverance – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat with Fr. Timothy Gallagher In this episode, Fr. Gallagher and Kris McGregor focus on the character Samwise Gamgee. Fr. Gallagher highlights Sam’s multifaceted character, emphasizing his fidelity and its spiritual parallels. He delves into Sam’s journ…

Episode 5 – Frodo’s Journey of Mercy and Transformation – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat w/Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast Father Gallagher and Kris McGregor discuss the spiritual journey of Frodo in “The Lord of the Rings,” particularly the latter part of his journey. He highlights Frodo’s growth and sanctification, as sym…

The Hidden Heroism of Hobbits – A “Lord of the Rings” Spiritual Retreat with Fr. Timothy Gallagher In this episode, Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor explore themes from “The Lord of the Rings,” focusing on Frodo Baggins and his transformative journey. They highlight Tolkien’s inspiration from World War I, depicting the hidden heroism in ordi…

Frodo’s Quest: Embracing Life’s Challenges – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast In this episode, Father Timothy Gallagher discusses the spiritual and personal growth lessons that can be drawn from the character of Frodo in J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings”. Host Kris McGregor and Father…

Exploring the Christian Dimensions in Tolkien’s World – A Lord of the Rings Spiritual Retreat w/ Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast In this episode, host Kris McGregor engages in a profound dialogue with Father Timothy Gallagher about the Christian underpinnings in J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.” Father Gallagher delves int…

Episodio 2 – El despertar espiritual y la conversión de San Ignacio – El discernimiento de los espíritus: Liberar a los cautivos En esta conversación con la presentadora Kris McGregor, el Padre Timothy Gallagher habla sobre la formación y el significado de “El Discernimiento de Espíritus”. Explica cómo esta enseñanza tiene sus raíces en los ejercic…

The Eucharistic Heart of Tolkien – A “Lord of the Rings” Spiritual Retreat with Fr. Timothy Gallagher Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor look into the profound connection between J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary masterpiece, “The Lord of the Rings,” and his deep Catholic faith. Fr. Gallagher’s insightful exploration of J.R.R. Tolkien’s faith and its …

Episodio 1 – Introducción – El discernimiento de los espíritus: Liberar a los cautivos En esta conversación con la presentadora Kris McGregor, el Padre Timothy Gallagher habla sobre la formación y el significado de “El Discernimiento de Espíritus”. Explica cómo esta enseñanza tiene sus raíces en los ejercicios espirituales de San Ignacio de Loyola …

Introduction – The Letters of St. Therese of Lisieux with Fr. Timothy Gallagher Episode 1 – Fr. Gallagher discuss the importance of St Therese of Lisieux, who Pope St. Pius X called the most important saint of the 20th century. We discuss the significance of “letters” in revealing aspects of the saints and their relationships. In the case of St. Th…

Conclusion – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 19-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode concludes the series with reflections from St. Therese of Lisieux. You can pick up a copy of the book here: An excerpt from the chapter, “Conclu…

Image of God – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 20-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode explores spiritual discouragement and various forms of dryness in the spiritual life, focusing on our image of God in prayer. You can pick up …

A Need to Share – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 20-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode explores spiritual discouragement and various forms of dryness in the spiritual life, focusing on sharing our spiritual struggles with othe…

Growth – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 20-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode explores spiritual discouragement and various forms of dryness in the spiritual life, focusing on growth in prayer. You can pick up a copy of the bo…

Inconsistency – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 20-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode explores spiritual discouragement and forms of dryness in the spiritual life, with a particular focus on inconsistencies between prayer and d…

Forms of Dryness – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher O.M.V. Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor continue a 20-part series on the various Struggles in the Spiritual Life. This episode explores spiritual discouragement and forms of dryness in the spiritual life. You can pick up a copy of the book here: An excerpt from the…

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