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  A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 6 – Mp3 audio and Text 01.08.2026 4mnt

  A Novena in honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri, founder of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary Day 6 – Protecting against Sin and Vice “Through joyfulness one avoids sins and easily triumphs over temptation. It is proper to temptations to begin to instill despondency and sadness. And in these troubled waters the devil begins to ... Read more The post A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 6 – Mp3 audio and Text appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Day 2 – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast 01.08.2026 3mnt

  A St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Novena for the Discerning Heart Day 2 – Truth and Love From the writings of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Do not accept anything as the truth if it lacks love. And do not accept anything as love which lacks truth!* In these words, Saint Teresa Benedicta ... Read more The post Day 2 – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Day 3 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast 01.08.2026 2mnt

  A Novena to St. Dominic for the Discerning Heart Day 3– Spiritual Vigilance A teaching from St. Dominic: “The enemy never sleeps, yet you seem to sleep.” St. Dominic was known for his dedication to a life of prayer and vigilance, often spending nights in prayer and seeking God’s guidance. This calls us to be ... Read more The post Day 3 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Saturday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast 01.08.2026 11mnt

  Saturday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time - A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I Trust In You…You Take Over” Become aware that He is with you, looking upon you with love, wanting to be heard deep within in your heart... The post Saturday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori – Day 9 – Discerning Hearts Podcast 31.07.2026 3mnt

  Day 9 St. Alphonsus you have said: “Think of what the Saints have done for their neighbor because they loved God. But what Saint's love for God can match Mary's? She loved Him more in the first moment of her existence than all the Saints and angels ever loved Him or will love Him... Just as there is not one among all the Blessed who loves God as Mary does, so there is no one, after God, who loves us as much as this most loving Mother does. Furthermore, if we heaped together all the love that mothers have for their children, all the love of husbands and wives, all the love of all the angels and Saints for their clients, it could never equal Mary's love for even a single soul.” The post Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori – Day 9 – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Put Inward Experiences to the Test – Saint Ignatius of Loyola from the Office of Readings – Discerning Hearts Podcast 31.07.2026 3mnt

  When Ignatius reflected on worldly thoughts, he felt intense pleasure; but when he gave them up out of weariness, he felt dry and depressed. Yet when he thought of living the rigorous sort of life he knew the saints had lived, he not only experienced pleasure when he actually thought about it, but even after he dismissed these thoughts, he still experienced great joy. Yet he did not pay attention to this, nor did he appreciate it until one day, in a moment of insight, he began to marvel at the difference. Then he understood his experience: thoughts of one kind left him sad, the others full of joy. And this was the first time he applied a process of reasoning to his religious experience. Later on, when he began to formulate his spiritual exercises, he used this experience as an illustration to explain the doctrine he taught his disciples on the discernment of spirits. The post Put Inward Experiences to the Test – Saint Ignatius of Loyola from the Office of Readings – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 5 – Discerning Hearts podcast 31.07.2026 4mnt

  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 spoken. He has replied, and his answer is the cross of Christ: a word that is love, mercy, forgiveness.” With spiritual joy, one gives greater honor and glory to God, manifesting with deeds that he thinks well of God and is content in His service and with His treatment. With persistent unhappiness, by contrast, one dishonors God, slights God by one's deeds and manifests that he thinks poorly of God. …If it is such a horrible thing to demean one’s neighbor, what then will it be to demean God? A sad servant dishonors his master, but a joyful and content servant honors him. For that reason we want to give to others a great idea of God our Father in order to give Him the glory that is His due. We want to serve Him with joy and delight, and not with sadness and against our will. We esteem, we appreciate, we magnify His gifts. We pray by hoping in Him, and we glorify Him again, as a God absolutely good, merciful, generous, and faithful. Let those be sad who serve tyrants, such as the world, the flesh, and the devil. ”Speak about God with all, however, in a way that is worthy of Him. It is in accordance with the counsel of the Holy Spirit: Think of God in a spirit of goodness (Wisdom 1:1).” The post A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 5 – Discerning Hearts podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Day 1 – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast 31.07.2026 3mnt

  A St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Novena for the Discerning Heart Day 1 -Intrinsic Value of Women From the writings of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Woman naturally seeks to embrace that which is living, personal, and whole. To cherish, guard, protect, nourish, and advance growth is her natural maternal yearning.* Saint Teresa ... Read more The post Day 1 – St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Day 2 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast 31.07.2026 3mnt

  A Novena to St. Dominic for the Discerning Heart Day 2– The Power of Prayer A teaching from St. Dominic: “I would be of more use to you if I prayed for you than if I preached to you.” St. Dominic was renowned for his deep devotion to prayer, often spending entire nights in prayerful ... Read more The post Day 2 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Friday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast 31.07.2026 7mnt

  Friday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time - A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I Trust In You…You Take Over” Become aware that He is with you, looking upon you with love, wanting to be heard deep within in your heart... The post Friday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  St. Peter Chrysologus – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast 30.07.2026 30mnt

  Born: 406 AD, Imola, Italy Died: July 31, 450 AD For more on St. Peter Chrysologus and his teachings From Wikipedia: Peter was born in Imola, where Cornelius, bishop of Roman Catholic Diocese of Imola, baptized him, educated him, and ordained him a deacon. He was made an archdeacon through the influence of Emperor Valentinian III. Pope Sixtus III appointed Peter as Bishop of Ravenna (or perhaps archbishop) circa 433, apparently rejecting the candidate whom the people of the city ofRavenna elected. The traditional account, as recorded in the Roman Breviary, is that Sixtus had a vision of Pope Saint Peter the Apostle and Saint Apollinaris of Ravenna, the first bishop of that see, who showed Sixtus a young man, the next Bishop of Ravenna. When a group from Ravenna arrived, including Cornelius and his archdeacon Peter from Imola, Sixtus recognized Peter as the young man in his vision and consecrated him as a bishop. St.-Peter-ChPeople knew Saint Peter Chrysologus, the Doctor of Homilies, for his short but inspired talks; he supposedly feared boring his audience. His piety and zeal won universal admiration. After hearing oratory of his first homily as bishop, Roman Empress Galla Placidia supposedly gave him the surname Chrysologus, meaning "golden-worded." Empress Galla Placidia patronized many of projects of Bishop Saint Peter. In his extant homilies, bishop Peter explained Biblical texts briefly and concisely. He also condemned Arianism and Monophysitism as heresies and explained beautifully the Apostles' Creed, the mystery of the Incarnation, and other topics in simple and clear language. He dedicated a series of homilies to Saint John the Baptist and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Peter advocated daily reception of Eucharist. He urged his listeners to confide in the forgiveness offered through Christ. He shared the confidence of Saint Pope Leo I the Great (440-461), another doctor of the Church. A synod held in Constantinople in 448 condemned Eutyches for Monophysitism; Eutyches then appealed to Saint Peter Chrysologus but failed in his endeavour to win the support of the Bishop. The Acts of the Council of Chalcedon(451) preserves the text of letter of Saint Peter Chrysologus in response to Eutyches; Peter admonishes Eutyches to accept the ruling of the synod and to give obedience to the Bishop of Rome as the successor of Saint Peter. The post St. Peter Chrysologus – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Day 1 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast 30.07.2026 2mnt

  Day 1 of the St. Dominic Novena reflects on his call to sow the seed of faith rather than hoard it. Pray for the courage to share the Gospel through your words, actions, service, and daily witness to Christ. The post Day 1 – A St. Dominic Novena for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori -Day 8 – Discerning Hearts Podcast 30.07.2026 3mnt

  Day 8 St. Alphonsus you have said:St.-Alphonsus-8 "Loving souls can find no greater delight than to be in the company of those whom they love. If we, then, love Jesus Christ much, behold we are now in his presence. Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament sees us and hears us; shall we, then, say nothing to Him? Let us console ourselves in His company; let us rejoice in His glory, and in the love which so many enamoured souls bear Him in the Most Holy Sacrament. Let us desire that all should love Jesus in the Holy Sacrament, and consecrate their hearts to Him; at least let us consecrate our affections to Him. He should be all our love and our whole desire." The post Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori -Day 8 – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  St. Ignatius of Loyola Novena Day 9 – Discerning Hearts podcast 30.07.2026 2mnt

  Day 9 From the writings of St. Ignatius of Loyola: I recommend that virtue to you which includes all others, and which our Lord so greatly praised by calling it His great commandment: "This is My commandment that you love one another" (John 15:12). You are not only to maintain a union of love among yourselves, but you must extend it to every one and set your hearts on fire with the desire for your neighbor's salvation, realizing that each soul is the price of our Lord's life and blood [Ep. 1:507]. Prefer the glory of God above everything else . . . .Let your thoughts, words, and actions be in Him. . .and let God's commandments take first place over everything else that is good. This is what He desires, and this is what He commands [Ep. 1:72]. The post St. Ignatius of Loyola Novena Day 9 – Discerning Hearts podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 4 – Mp3 audio and Text 30.07.2026 4mnt

  A Novena in honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri, founder of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary Day 4 – Strengthening the Reasons to be Joyful 1. Our gratitude requires it. We have an obligation to be thankful for the spiritual goods we possess. How will we ever show enough appreciation for them unless we really ... Read more The post A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 4 – Mp3 audio and Text appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Thursday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast 30.07.2026 9mnt

  Thursday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time - A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts As you begin, take a deep breath and exhale slowly.  For at least the next few moments, surrender all the cares and concerns of this day to the Lord. Say slowly from your heart “Jesus, I Trust In You…You Take Over” Become aware that He is with you, looking upon you with love, wanting to be heard deep within in your heart... The post Thursday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time – A Time of Lectio Divina for the Discerning Heart Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  LOF2 – A Living Witness to Christ – St. Francis of Assisi: His Life and Spirituality with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts 29.07.2026 25mnt

  Dr. Anthony Lilles explores how St. Bonaventure presents St. Francis as a living witness to Christ, guiding believers through Scripture, the Eucharist and a life of joyful repentance. The post LOF2 – A Living Witness to Christ – St. Francis of Assisi: His Life and Spirituality with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 3 – Discerning Hearts Podcast 29.07.2026 3mnt

  Day 3 – Turning toward Spiritual Joy “Spiritual joy is experienced when one ponders the spiritual goods it possesses. What are these goods? Participation in the divine nature (as children of God), union with Jesus Christ, being in the bosom of the Church as her children, God's special protection, the gifts of the theological virtues, the Sacraments, the communion of saints, grace, friendship with God, the merits of our actions, the glory of heaven that is already almost ours by the firm hope we have (as a son already almost possesses the inheritance that awaits him from his father). This is the joy that we must seek. Few possess it, because they fail to call these goods to mind and fail to understand how valuable they are. They are like people who never stop to look at a beautiful painting, or to listen to beautiful music, and really enjoy them. They are like children who possess precious things but do not realize how valuable they are. Such people fail to ponder and take delight in the state of grace. Unlike worldly joy, spiritual joy is true joy; it is not based on anything false or illusory. It is to be preferred to all else, because it is good, holy, and superior to anything temporal. Spiritual joy is angelic, because the angels themselves experience it. It is real, and it strengthens.” The post A Novena in Honor of Ven. Bruno Lanteri – Day 3 – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori – Day 7 – Discerning Hearts Podcast 29.07.2026 3mnt

  Day 7 St. Alphonsus you have said:St.-Alphonsus-7 The more a person loves God, the more reason he has to hope in Him. This hope produces in the Saints an unutterable peace, which they preserve even in adversity, because as they love God, and know how beautiful He is to those who love Him, they place all their confidence and find all their repose in Him alone. The post Novena to St. Alphonsus Liguori – Day 7 – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
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  St. Ignatius of Loyola Novena Day 8 – Discerning Hearts podcast 29.07.2026 2mnt

  Day 8 From the writings of St. Ignatius of Loyola: I ask you to put forth your every effort to win honor in heaven, fame and renown before the Lord, who is to be our judge. If God has given you the world's goods in abundance, it is to help you gain those of heaven and to be a good example of sound teaching to your sons, servants, and relatives [Ep. 1:81]. Be generous to the poor orphans and those in need. The man to whom our Lord has been liberal ought not to be stingy. We shall one day find in heaven as much rest and joy as we ourselves have dispensed in this life [Ep. 1:81]. The post St. Ignatius of Loyola Novena Day 8 – Discerning Hearts podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.