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Turning to the Mystics with James Finley

Center for Action and Contemplation

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Turning to the Mystics is a podcast for people searching for something more meaningful, intimate and richly present in the divine gift of their lives. James Finley, clinical psychologist and Living School faculty, offers a modern take on the historical contemplative practices of Christian mystics like Teresa of Avila, Thomas Merton, John of the Cross among others. Leaning into their experiences can become a gateway to hope, healing and oneness. Together with Kirsten Oates from the Center for ...
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Explore the devotion to Our Lady of La Vang and the strength of the Vietnamese Catholic faith with Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Johnson Lê. Enjoy this tale of hope, heritage, and healing. On today’s journey, you will: Learn about a title of Mother Mary which is unique to Vietnam. Discover the story & message behind Our Lady of La Vang. And, yo…
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This is the fifth session that focuses on the 19th-century anonymous text, The Way of a Pilgrim. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from The Way of a Pilgrim, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. Resources: Turning to the Mystic…
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This is the fourth dialogue session that focuses on the 19th-century mystical text, The Way of a Pilgrim, which covers sections of the first chapter. Resources: Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Contemplation. To learn more about James Finley, visit his faculty profile at the Center for Action and Contemplation here. …
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Join Angela Sealana and Mary Jane Fox as they dive into the essence of spiritual motherhood, which is a vocation – a calling – for all women of all states in life. They will discuss practical ways for women to embrace this calling today and the supportive roles that men and others can play in honoring and fostering the unique contributions of spiri…
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This is the fourth session that focuses on the 19th-century anonymous text, The Way of a Pilgrim. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from The Way of a Pilgrim, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. Resources: Turning to the Mysti…
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Join Angela Sealana on an inspiring journey with John Michael Talbot, whose melodies have touched millions. Discover his profound spiritual transformation, from a secular musician to a devout Catholic inspired by the mysticism of St. Francis. On today’s journey, you will: Meet multi-platinum selling, Grammy/Dove award-winning Contemporary Catholic/…
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This is the third dialogue session that focuses on the 19th-century mystical text, The Way of a Pilgrim, which covers sections of the first chapter. Resources: Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Contemplation. To learn more about James Finley, visit his faculty profile at the Center for Action and Contemplation here. T…
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Are you curious about the spiritual items Catholics often carry or use in their homes? Join Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez as they delve into the world of sacramentals. From holy water to religious medals, learn the true significance of these sacred signs and how they differ from sacraments. On today’s journey, we will: What are sacramentals, and w…
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This is the third session that focuses on the 19th-century anonymous text, The Way of a Pilgrim. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from The Way of a Pilgrim, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. Resources: Turning to the Mystic…
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Step into the world of Father Stu, a man whose journey from boxer to Catholic priest inspired a Hollywood film and continues to offer hope to those facing life's hardest battles. Join Mary Jane Fox and Father Bart Tolleson as they delve into Father Stu's real-life struggles and triumphs, revealing how his unwavering faith and humor in the face of a…
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This is the second dialogue session that focuses on the 19th-century mystical text, The Way of a Pilgrim, which covers sections of the first chapter. Resources: Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Contemplation. To learn more about James Finley, visit his faculty profile at the Center for Action and Contemplation here. …
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Embark on a spiritual journey with Mary Jane Fox as she dives into the transformative power of blessing and praising God. Discover how such acts of worship can bring joy, hope, and a deeper connection to our faith. In this episode, you will: Discover what the Catechism of the Catholic Church says about man blessing God. Be encouraged to include pra…
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This is the second session that focuses on the 19th-century anonymous text, The Way of a Pilgrim. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from The Way of a Pilgrim, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. Resources: Turning to the Mysti…
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Today we will dive into the heart of what it means to live in the truth as a man of God. You might be thinking, “Man of God?” That doesn’t sound like me. This program was put together for men just like you, as well as men who are on a journey after God’s own heart. I’d also like to point out that this isn’t exclusively for men. It’s for all hearts …
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This is the first dialogue session that focuses on the 19th-century mystical text, The Way of a Pilgrim, which covers sections of the first chapter. Resources: Turning to the Mystics is a podcast by the Center for Action and Contemplation. To learn more about James Finley, visit his faculty profile at the Center for Action and Contemplation here. T…
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Come along with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they embark on a spiritual journey, tracing the path of Jesus during His Passion. In this episode, you will: Follow in His footsteps from the time His passion began to the time of His Resurrection. Explore how all of this is expressed in the scriptures and prayer. Discover some ways you can be united …
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This is the first session that focuses on the 19th-century anonymous text, The Way of a Pilgrim. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from The Way of a Pilgrim, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. Resources: Turning to the Mystic…
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In this special episode, Pilgrim Center of Hope's Media Coordinator, Angela Sealana, and Media Production Coordinator, Jason Nunez, share the latest updates to help you find hope in your daily pilgrimage of spiritual life. In this episode, you will: Discover the innovative ways Pilgrim Center of Hope is keeping hope alive through media Get a sneak …
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Welcome to Season 9 of Turning to the Mystics. This season we are turning toThe Way of a Pilgrim for spiritual guidance, a 19th-century account of a pilgrim's journey towards unceasing prayer through the practice of the Jesus Prayer. In this episode, James Finley and Kirsten Oates explain the significance of the anonymous author and the practice of…
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Join Mary Jane Fox on Journeys of Hope as she explores the beauty of God’s plan unveiled through our daily faith. Discover the transformative power of faithfulness and the compassionate heart of Christ. In this episode, you will: Hear insights on the tenderness & compassion of Christ Meet a saint, who discovered gifts he had to offer God which resu…
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the noise and distractions of the world? If so, you are not alone. Join Mary Jane Fox as she explores how one of the Desert Saints, St. Anthony of the Desert, also known as St. Anthony the Great, can teach us valuable lessons on how to find peace and quiet in our modern world. In this episode, you will learn: Discove…
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Angela Sealana and Jason Nunez share a special message as Pilgrim Center of Hope approaches five years of sharing stories that uplift and transform with Journeys of Hope. Learn how your support can help spread the message of faith, hope, and love across the globe. Discover how you can be a part of this inspiring mission. Become a Missionary of Hope…
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Listening is a critical skill in relationships and in any environment where personal interactions are required. Join Mary Jane Fox and her special guest, Bishop Gary Janank, as they explore the importance and the art of listening. On today’s journey, we will discuss: Listening as the foundation of all human relationships. What is the key to the art…
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How does the imagery of weddings deepen our understanding of God’s love, and how can we experience this love in every Mass? Join Angela Sealana on a spiritual pilgrimage that transcends time and tradition. Explore the profound connections between earthly unions and divine love. In this episode, you will learn: Learn about how wedding imagery is use…
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Our journey today will take us to one of the largest and most important underground cemeteries in Rome, The Catacombs of St. Callixtus. They originated in about the middle of the second century. There are more than sixty catacombs in the city of Rome composed of miles of underground tunnels in which thousands of tombs are found. Currently, only 5 o…
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Do you want to hear their stories of faith, service, and joy? This week's Journeys of Hope introduces you to the staff members who work at Pilgrim Center of Hope. This is a special episode that celebrates the unity, and mission of Pilgrim Center of Hope, a ministry that has been reaching out to thousands of people through events, media outreach, an…
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Our journey today will be a pilgrimage with a 17th-century bishop, spiritual director. and a Doctor of the Church. Join Angela Sealana as she shares some practical advice from this role model of faith, on how to live a devout life, and how his gentle and joyful spirit can help us grow closer to Christ. On today’s journey, you will: Be introduced to…
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Our journey today will include a dramatic story of a Palestinian Christian working for peace in Israel. His name is Elias Chacour, a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee. Ordained as a priest of St. George Melkite Catholic Church in Ibillin, a small Arab village in the Galilee region near Nazareth where Christians and Muslims have lived together pe…
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Do you ever wonder what God wants you to do with your life? Join Jason Nunez and his guest, Jeannette Santos, a certified Spiritual Director, as they discuss the topic of spiritual direction. Jeannette shares her insights as a spiritual director and explains how spiritual direction can help you find hope along your daily pilgrimage of life. In this…
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Are you looking for some peace? Almost everyone desires some sense of peace, but we usually look in the wrong places or don’t know where to go to find it. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox as they guide you on a journey to discover what it means to be aware of God’s presence in our daily lives. We will focus on these points: How can we be aware of …
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Join Jason Nunez and explore the richness and beauty of the Catholic faith through the lens of the Christmas Octave. During our time together, we will: Dive into the meaning and significance of key days of the Octave Highlight the different feasts and solemnities that are celebrated during the eight days of Christmas And, we will also share some pr…
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Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox, as they unpack the meaning and history of novenas, which are special prayers that are said for nine consecutive days. Praying Novenas can bring peace and joy regardless of the answer we have received; because of our faith and hope in prayer, the fruit is always peace and assurance God is with us. During this episo…
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On our journey today, we will find hope along our daily pilgrimage of life and explore the topic of depression. A common and serious mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. Depression can make us feel hopeless, and isolated. But there is hope for those who suffer from depression, and we will learn how to find it fr…
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Why did God send his Mother to earth during Advent? Journey with St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin and learn: The story of the Virgin Mary’s appearance to an indigenous Mexican man How Our Lady of Guadalupe calls us to renewed faith and hope in our everyday lives How God and his Mother call us to share our faith with others in the new evangelization C…
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Welcome to the listener questions series from our sessions on Mechthild of Magdeburg. Due to the volume of questions this season, we have decided to make two episodes dedicated to listener questions. This is the last of the two episodes on Mechthild of Magdeburg. In this episode, Jim Finley and Kirsten Oates reflect on listener questions about Mech…
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Take a spiritual journey with us to Parroquia de la Sagrada Familia (Holy Family Parish) in Mexico City, Mexico, which holds the Shrine of Fr. Miguel Augustin Pro. This Jesuit martyr’s famous photograph shook Mexico; his arms outstretched for his execution by firing squad as he shouted, Viva Cristo Rey (Long Live Christ the King)! There is much mor…
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Welcome to the listener questions series from our sessions on Mechthild of Magdeburg. Due to the volume of questions this season, we have decided to make two episodes dedicated to listener questions. This is the first of two on Mechthild of Magdeburg. Resources: The transcript for this episode can be found here. Join us December 7 - 10, 2023 for Tu…
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How do you feel when you sing or listen to the music of the Mass? It can help us express our faith, emotions, and unity as the Body of Christ. Join Jason Nunez and his guests, composers of the Mass of Renewal and winners of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians New Mass Setting Competition in 2010, William Gokelman, and David Kauffman as t…
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Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to Chicago, IL to the National Shrine of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. Mother Cabrini was the first American Citizen Saint and is the Universal Patron Saint of Immigrants. Guiding us along the way will be Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Ramil Fajardo, Rector of the Shrine. On today’s journey, you will: Explore…
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You may have heard of First Fridays, but where did this concept come from? In a private revelation, Jesus asked St. Margaret Mary Alacoque to spread the practice of honoring his Sacred Heart through a First Fridays devotion. On this journey, we’ll talk with author and ‘media nun’ Sr. Anne Flanagan, FSP, about: What’s so powerful (and popular) about…
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On this special bonus episode, James Finley and Kirsten Oates interview Dr. Bernard McGinn about Christian mysticism and how Cristian mystics guide us in living faithfully to the mystical dimensions of God's presence. They also discuss the distinctive approaches of Christian mystics Meister Eckhart and Mechthild of Magdeburg and how their teachings…
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Did you know that the Catholic Church has a process for canonizing a Saint? Join Mary Jane Fox and her guest, Sr. Julia Mary Darrenkamp, a Daughter of St. Paul, as they discuss what this process entails and how to get to know these role models of faith. During this episode, you will: Discover the steps taken in the process of proclaiming a person a…
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How do you explain a challenging subject like purgatory to children? In this episode Jason Nunez talks with Susan Tassone, “The Purgatory Lady” about her new children’s book, New Friends Now and Forever: A Story about the Holy Souls. Susan explains how the book helps children understand and love the holy souls in purgatory, who are our friends and …
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In this special episode, Jim and Kirsten review the season and offer a way for us to turn to Mechthild for guidance on our own spiritual path. To help you participate, we have provided the worksheet in the Resource Section below. Resource Section: A transcript for this episode can be found here. The worksheet for this episode can be found here. The…
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Our journey this week will be unique and special in many ways. Hear why Catholic Funerals are a part of the Church and our Faith. Join Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox on a spiritual journey to eternity! During this episode, you will: Discover the purpose & origin of All Souls Day & All Saints Day. Receive insight into questions such as: Why visiting a…
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This is the third dialogue session that focuses on the Beguine mystic, Mechthild of Magdeburg. James Finley and Kirsten Oates talk about the third session which focused on passages from Mechthild of Magdeburg's book The Flowing Light of the Godhead. Resources: The transcript for this episode can be found here. The book we will be using this season,…
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What is meant by devotion to the Sacred Heart? Our inspirational journey with pilgrimage leader Mary Jane Fox will answer this question and more! On today’s journey, you will: Discover the meaning of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Hear the story of the apparitions of Jesus in France to a nun named Sister Margaret Mary (Marguerite-Marie) Alacoque. Learn …
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This is the third session that focuses on the Beguine mystic, Mechthild of Magdeburg. In the tenor of the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, James Finley begins with passages from Mechthild of Magdeburg's book The Flowing Light of the Godhead, reflects on the qualitative essence of the spirit of this text, and finishes with a meditative practice. R…
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Did you know that there is one place in the USA which is the site of a Marian apparition approved by the Church? Our journey today will be a pilgrimage to the shrine built on this site. Join Angela Sealana and her guest, Fr. Joseph Aytona, Rector of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion as they shine a light on this pilgrim destination. On to…
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This is the second dialogue session that focuses on the Beguine mystic, Mechthild of Magdeburg. James Finley and Kirsten Oates talk about the second session which focused on passages from Mechthild of Magdeburg's book The Flowing Light of the Godhead. Resources: The transcript for this episode can be found here. The book we will be using this seaso…
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