Was belief in reincarnation widespread in early Christianity? This podcast by Dr. St. Romain responds to this question.By Philip St. Romain

Dr. St. Romain responds to misinformation about Christian teaching promoted by the spiritual teacher known as Adyashanti, especially his assertion that Jesus taught that we are all divine beings as he is.By Philip St. Romain

How are God and creation connected? Are humans innately divine? These and other questions will be addressed in this reflection on Christian theism in comparison with pantheism and deism. Implications for spiritual practice will also be emphasized.By Philip St. Romain

Who do people say Jesus is? This teaching by Dr. St. Romain reviews how early Christian communities grappled with this question and came to greater clarity in their response to various teachings that were rejected by the followers of Jesus. We also reflect on the spiritual significance of professing Jesus as truly human and divine.…

What is the relationship between God and creation? This podcast reflects on a Christian understanding of creation as God-speak, and creatures as words of the Word.By Philip St. Romain

Reflects on the teachings of the Catholic bishops concerning abortion, and clarifies occasions when they acknowledge the legitimacy of voting for a pro-choice politician.By Philip St. Romain

Examines characteristics of conspiracy theories, and a few common ones associated with Covid-19, including 5G influence, myths about masks, the Plandemic video, and a plan involving Bill Gates to inject a tracking device through a vaccine.By Philip St. Romain

A reflection on the experience and meaning of wonder, and how to become more open to this marvelous gift in our lives.By Philip St. Romain

A reflection on the long version of The Serenity Prayer, and how it provides a roadmap for helping us stay centered and peaceful during times of hardship. Background music by https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/By Philip St. Romain

A reflection on the first line of The Serenity Prayer, "God, grant me the serenity," taken from Philip's book, Reflecting on the Serenity Prayer.By Philip St. Romain

Describes how the false self system develops as a response to living in a world of conditional love, and how to begin dis-identifying from its unhealthy attitudes and judgments.By Philip St. Romain

What did prayer mean to Jesus, Paul, and the early Christians? What did they teach? And what did they actually do? This message responds to these questions.By Philip St. Romain

Jesus didn't show up out of the blue. His coming had been foretold through a series of prophecies extending hundreds of years before his birth.By Philip St. Romain

Increasing numbers of people are seeking spiritual meaning outside of a religious tradition. What are the implications? Consequences?By Philip St. Romain

God is here . . . now . . . loving. To "tune in" to God's loving presence, we need to be in the right place at the right time with the right attitude.By Philip St. Romain

What a scene! There's much more going on than a lesson about the active life versus prayerful listening.By Philip St. Romain

A pastoral resource on the basics of the impeachment process with guidelines for engaging in healthy discussions about this divisive issue.By Philip St. Romain

Examines the teachings of Jesus and the New Testament on the afterlife, rebirth and our ultimate destiny.By Philip St. Romain

Jesus' first great commandment points to the love of God above all else, and he wouldn't have given it to us unless it was possible to do so.By Philip St. Romain

The fact of existence is a good springboard to thinking about God, who needs to self-disclose if we are to know anything about the character of the One-Who-Is. Faith is our entrusting openness to encountering God.By Philip St. Romain

The Prospserity Myth holds that good things happen to good people and bad things happen to bad ones, but that isn't always true. This message explores how the resurrection of Jesus sheds light on this troubling topic.By Philip St. Romain

Contemplation is resting in God's loving care for us. This presentation reviews several methods of prayer that help us become more open to receiving this spiritual gift.By Philip St. Romain

Theosis refers to the process by means of which we are enabled to participate in the life of God and so be transformed into a likeness of Christ. This podcast reviews various images and analogies about theosis.By Philip St. Romain

Presents an understanding of the human soul as spiritual and embodied -- the information and intelligence that guides human development from conception to death.By Philip St. Romain

Reviews several effective ways to maintain a prayerful focus when distractions come up during times of prayer.By Philip St. Romain

The 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit are gifts to keep; they transform us into a likeness of Christ. This podcast briefly reviews how these gifts work in our lives.By Philip St. Romain

Basic overview of the focus and practice of spiritual direction.By Philip St. Romain

An in-depth critique of Rohr's book on Christology, enumerating seven areas of concern.By Philip St. Romain

Discusses principles for discerning if God has a preference among options when we are seeking to make a decision on a matter of importance.By Philip St. Romain

A fresh look at human intelligences, with special emphasis on intra- and interpersonal skills.By Philip St. Romain

Teaching on intrapersonal skills that help one come to self-knowledge and self-control.By Philip St. Romain

This teaching focuses primarily on interpersonal communication skills that help us to deepen relationships with others.By Philip St. Romain

Applying relationship skills to relationship with God.By Philip St. Romain

How has the concept of codependency affected your views of love and selfless giving? What does Christian spirituality have to contribute unto recovery from codependent attitudes and behavior?By Philip St. Romain

Continuing the teaching and interactions on the topic of codependency. Second teaching.By Philip St. Romain

Continuing with the third teaching and interaction with the group on codependency issues.By Philip St. Romain

Continuing the fourth teaching and interaction with the group on codependency and spirituality issues.By Philip St. Romain

Since God is always here, now and loving, it follows that we, too, need to be living more attentively in the present moment, with our hearts open to giving and receiving love. This teaching series provides practical guidance on how to move away from false self conditioning to that we can be here now in love.…

Continuing with the second teaching and interaction with attendees on spiritual living skills.By Philip St. Romain

Continuing with the third teaching and interaction with attendees on the topic of detachment and spiritual disciplines.By Philip St. Romain

Conclusion of the presentation and interactions, with questions and discussion.By Philip St. Romain

We explore the age-old question, seeking light from Scripture and Church teaching, on how it is that a good and powerful God can allow creatures to suffer from abuses inflicted by nature, accidents, social injustice, sickness and death. We will also reflect on what Christ teaches us about how to bear the sufferings we cannot change.…