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Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#313 Fr. Sean Davidson – Saint Mary Magdalene on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Fr. Sean Davidson – Saint Mary Magdalene on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Fr. Sean Davidson joins Kris McGregor to discuss his book St. Mary Magdalene: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love. Drawing from his experience serving at the Basilica of St. Mary Magdalene in Provence, France, Fr. Davidson presents Mary Magdalene not only as a historical figure but as a deeply contemplative soul. He argues in favor of the traditional view that identifies Mary Magdalene with both the repentant sinner in Luke’s Gospel and Mary of Bethany, citing scriptural patterns, patristic writings (notably from St. Augustine and St...2025-07-2237 min
Discerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#313 Fr. Sean Davidson – Saint Mary Magdalene on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastFr. Sean Davidson offers one of the best books I've encountered on St. Mary Magdalene. More than a biography of the person, Fr. Davidson reflects on the heart of the one known as the "Apostle to the Apostles." "Saint Mary Magdalene: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love," based on the Biblical texts traditionally associated with St. Mary Magdalene, this book shines a beautiful bright light on her love for Jesus and how it translates to the devotion of Eucharistic Adoration. A truly excellent work which we highly recommend! The post IP#313 Fr. Sean Davidson – Saint Mary Magdalene on Inside the Pages with Kr...2025-07-2237 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#504 Dan LeRoy – Why We Think What We Think on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Why We Think What We Think by Dan LeRoy on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
In this episode of Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor, guest Dan LeRoy discusses his book, which explores the decline of philosophical thinking in the Western world. They discuss the importance of philosophy for fostering critical thinking and understanding cultural shifts. LeRoy critiques modern philosophy for becoming disconnected from practical realities, arguing that it has contributed to societal confusion and dissatisfaction.
They explore historical and philosophical influences, highlighting how figures like Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and later...2025-07-1836 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 8 – The Eleventh and Twelfth Shewings – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIn this episode, Julian of Norwich is drawn into the radiant joy of Christ—the joy He takes in His Blessed Mother, and the glory revealed in His glorified Face. In the Eleventh Shewing, Christ lovingly invites Julian to “see her”—to behold the Virgin Mary as He does, with delight and reverence. Through Julian’s vision, we glimpse the profound place of Mary in Christ’s heart and in the life of every Christian. In the Twelfth Shewing, Julian is lifted to contemplate the joy of Heaven: the Beatific Vision, where the saints behold the Face of Christ and are fully se...2025-07-1625 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#512 Anthony DeStefano – The Miracle Book on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Anthony DeStefano – The Miracle Book on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
In this episode of Inside the Pages, Anthony DeStefano discusses his latest work The Miracle Book: A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible with host Kris McGregor. His book approaches the subject of miracles through a lens of theological clarity and practical spirituality.
The difference between extraordinary, supernatural events and more common, grace-filled answers to prayer is that they may appear natural but are divinely orchestrated. The tension between trusting God’s providence and making specific petitions, shows that...2025-07-1547 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#512 Anthony DeStefano – The Miracle Book on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastAnthony DeStefano – The Miracle Book on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor In this episode of Inside the Pages, Anthony DeStefano discusses his latest work The Miracle Book: A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible with host Kris McGregor. His book approaches the subject of miracles through a lens of theological clarity and ... Read more The post IP#512 Anthony DeStefano – The Miracle Book on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-07-1547 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 7 – The 9th and 10th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIn Episode 7 we journey with Julian of Norwich into the mystery of Christ’s joy in His Passion. Rather than sorrow alone, Julian sees the Redeemer rejoicing in His self-offering, delighting to give Himself for the salvation of souls. She is shown the threefold joy of the Trinity, where the Father is pleased, the Son is crowned, and the Holy Spirit is satisfied. Then Julian is led through the wound in Christ’s side into the depths of His Heart—a resting place “large enough for all mankind.” Drawing on Scripture, the Catechism, and the mystical tradition of the Church, this episod...2025-07-0240 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsFr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastFr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor In this episode of Inside the Pages, Fr. James Kubicki discusses his book A Heart on Fire: Rediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. He explores the meaning and history of this devotion, tracing it back to the ... Read more The post Fr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-06-2731 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorFr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Fr. James Kubicki S.J. – A Heart on Fire on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
In this episode of Inside the Pages, Fr. James Kubicki discusses his book A Heart on Fire: Rediscovering Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. He explores the meaning and history of this devotion, tracing it back to the early Church rather than starting with St. Margaret Mary. Fr. Kubicki explains that the heart of Jesus represents his whole being, particularly his self-giving love and compassion. Through stories like that of Admiral Jeremiah Denton, he illustrates how trust and surrender to Ch...2025-06-2731 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 6 – The 8th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIn Episode 6, In this powerful episode, we enter the Eighth Revelation of Julian of Norwich—a devastating yet holy vision of Christ’s dying. Julian beholds the gradual drying of Christ’s body, a slow agony revealing the depths of divine love. She reflects on His thirst—both physical and spiritual—and joins in His suffering through a profound union of compassion. Drawing on Isaiah, the Gospel of John, the Catechism, and the witness of mystics like St. Bridget and St. Teresa of Calcutta, this episode explores the mystery of redemptive suffering. Julian's witness offers not only theological depth but an invitat...2025-06-1238 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#511 Marlene Watkins – Everyday Miracles of Lourdes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Marlene Watkins – Everyday Miracles of Lourdes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
In this episode of ‘Inside the Pages’, Marlene Watkins shares her deep connection to Lourdes through her work with Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality North American Volunteers and her new book Everyday Miracles of Lourdes.
Marlene Watkins recounts how the Blessed Mother revealed herself as the Immaculate Conception to a simple, poor, and uneducated girl—a truth St. Bernadette communicated with unwavering sincerity and the enduring grace of Lourdes as a place where physical and spiritual transformations continue today.2025-06-0948 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#511 Marlene Watkins – Everyday Miracles of Lourdes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIn this episode of 'Inside the Pages', Marlene Watkins shares her deep connection to Lourdes through her work with Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality North American Volunteers and her new book Everyday Miracles of Lourdes. The post IP#511 Marlene Watkins – Everyday Miracles of Lourdes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-06-0948 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#510 Dr. Matthew Bunson – Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastDr. Matthew Bunson – Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor Kris McGregor interviews Dr. Matthew Bunson about his new book on Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. Dr. Bunson recounts the extraordinary events surrounding Pope Francis’s final days and the surprising election that followed. ... Read more The post IP#510 Dr. Matthew Bunson – Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-06-0348 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#510 Dr. Matthew Bunson – Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Dr. Matthew Bunson – Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Kris McGregor interviews Dr. Matthew Bunson about his new book on Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. Dr. Bunson recounts the extraordinary events surrounding Pope Francis’s final days and the surprising election that followed. He offers a deeply personal perspective on the historic transition, describing his experience covering the month-long period in Rome with EWTN. Dr. Bunson reflects on the unexpected yet providential choice of Pope Leo XIV—a U.S.-born August...2025-06-0348 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 5 – The 6th and 7th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsAll Shall Be Well: A Journey Through Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with Kris McGregor Episode 5: The Sixth and Seventh Shewings — Divine Reward and the Mystery of Consolation Summary: In Episode 5, we explore Julian of Norwich’s Sixth and Seventh Shewings, where she is shown the eternal joy that awaits those ... Read more The post Ep 5 – The 6th and 7th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-05-2838 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 4 – The 4th and 5th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsAll Shall Be Well: A Journey Through Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with Kris McGregor Episode 4: The Fourth and Fifth Shewings — Blood, Mercy, and the Triumph of Christ Summary: In this episode we enter the Fourth and Fifth Shewings, where Julian beholds the Precious Blood of Christ poured out in love, not ... Read more The post Ep 4 – The 4th and 5th Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-05-2139 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 3 – The 2nd and 3rd Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts[powerpres All Shall Be Well: A Journey Through Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with Kris McGregor Episode Three: The 2nd and 3rd Shewing — Desire, Prayer, and Trust in God’s Hidden Work Summary: In Episode 3, we explore Julian’s Second and Third Shewings, where the vision of Christ’s suffering and the image of “God in ... Read more The post Ep 3 – The 2nd and 3rd Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-05-1441 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 2 – The First Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsAll Shall Be Well: A Journey Through Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with Kris McGregor Episode Two: The First Shewing — Love Poured Out and the Mystery of the Trinity Summary: In this episode, we delve into Julian of Norwich’s First Shewing, in which she witnesses the outpouring of Christ’s love through his suffering ... Read more The post Ep 2 – The First Shewing – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-05-0621 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp 1 – Julian of Norwich and the Unshakable Love of God – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsAll Shall Be Well: A Journey Through Julian of Norwich’s Revelations of Divine Love with Kris McGregor Episode One: Julian of Norwich and the Unshakable Love of God Summary: Join Kris McGregor as she leads a journey through the work of Julian of Norwich—14th-century anchoress, mystic, and the first known woman to write a book in ... Read more The post Ep 1 – Julian of Norwich and the Unshakable Love of God – All Shall Be Well w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-04-3023 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#344 Timothy Muldoon – The Discerning Parent on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastWhat a great conversation with Dr. Timothy Muldoon, who with his wife, Sue, has written a wonderfully rich spiritual resource for today's family entitled "The Discerning Parent: An Iganatius Guide to Raising Your Teen." Fr. Timothy Gallagher said it so well, this is "An engaging book for parents who desire that God be the center of raising their teenage children. Applying Ignatian discernment to this specific task--a valuable contribution--the authors offer clarity and hope to all parents." The post IP#344 Timothy Muldoon – The Discerning Parent on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholi...2025-04-2529 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#344 Timothy Muldoon – The Discerning Parent on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Timothy Muldoon – The Discerning Parent on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Kris McGregor speaks with theologian and author Timothy Muldoon about The Discerning Parent: An Ignatian Guide to Raising Your Teen, co-written with his wife, Sue. Ignatian spirituality offers a helpful framework for parenting teens—not by prescribing rigid methods, but by inviting parents into a deeper awareness of their own spiritual journey as they accompany their children. Rather than presenting a “how-to” manual, the book encourages a reflective, prayerful stance that allows for genuine listening to both God and the child. It highlights the impo...2025-04-2529 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#509 Dr. Robert D. Enright – Forgiving as Unity with Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastDr. Alexander Harb and Kris McGregor explore The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East, his new book that gives both spiritual and theological insight into Eastern Christian spirituality through the lens of the Desert Fathers and the Philokalia. The post IP#509 Dr. Robert D. Enright – Forgiving as Unity with Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-04-1148 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#509 Dr. Robert D. Enright – Forgiving as Unity with Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Dr. Robert D. Enright – Forgiving as Unity with Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Dr. Robert Enright speaks with Kris McGregor about his book Forgiving as Unity with Christ: A Journey for Healing, Resentment, and Relationships. He shares how an epiphany in 1985 redirected his academic career toward the study of forgiveness, which had previously been neglected in psychological research. Forgiveness, as a moral virtue, can transform the heart by healing the effects of injustice such as anger, resentment, and mistrust. Drawing from Aristotle and Aquinas, forgiveness does not excuse wrongdoing, demand forgetfulness, re...2025-04-1148 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#508 Dr. Alexander Harb – The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – DiscerninDr. Alexander Harb and Kris McGregor explore The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East, his new book that gives both spiritual and theological insight into Eastern Christian spirituality through the lens of the Desert Fathers and the Philokalia. The post IP#508 Dr. Alexander Harb – The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-03-2853 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#508 Dr. Alexander Harb – The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Dr. Alexander Harb – The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Dr. Alexander Harb and Kris McGregor explore The Kingdom of the Heart: Meditations from the Christian East, his new book that gives both spiritual and theological insight into Eastern Christian spirituality through the lens of the Desert Fathers and the Philokalia. Dr. Harb draws from his Melkite upbringing to describe how Eastern Christianity puts prayer and transformation toward the heart—an inner stillness cultivated through asceticism and the Jesus Prayer. This tradition invites us to unite our...2025-03-2853 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#353 Sally Read – Annunciation on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts
It was truly a delight to once again to talk with Sally Read! This time we discuss her beautiful book “Annunciation: A Call to Faith in a Broken World”.
You can find the book here
From the book description:
Sensing the precarious nature of faith in an overwhelmingly secular world, Read, through meditation and anecdote, began writing down the compelling reasons for holding onto both God and Church. Taking the Annunciation as her template (that most fundamental yes to God), she explores common experiences of the spiritual life: His presence and invitation (And he...2025-03-2534 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#507 Sr. Josephine Garrett – Wilderness Within on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastSister Josephine Garrett and Kris McGregor discuss Wilderness Within, a Lenten journal designed to guide individuals in deepening their spiritual journey. The post IP#507 Sr. Josephine Garrett – Wilderness Within on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-2836 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#507 Sr. Josephine Garrett – Wilderness Within on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Wilderness Within by Sr. Josephine Garrett on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Sister Josephine Garrett and Kris McGregor discuss Wilderness Within, a Lenten journal designed to guide individuals in deepening their spiritual journey. Sister Josephine explains that the book is not for the faint of heart but for those willing to reflect on their implicit beliefs about God, faith, and themselves. The book explores the theme of the “wilderness within,” likening it to the Desert Fathers’ realization that the greatest spiritual battle is fought in the human heart and the importance of rendering one’s...2025-02-2836 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#494 Fr. Thomas Morrow – Straight to Heaven on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "Straight to Heaven: A Practical Guide for Growing in Holiness" with Fr. Thomas Morrow. The post IP#494 Fr. Thomas Morrow – Straight to Heaven on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-2028 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#494 Fr. Thomas Morrow – Straight to Heaven on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts
Fr. Thomas Morrow on “Straight to Heaven: A Practical Guide for Growing in Holiness”
Kris McGregor talks with Fr. Thomas Morrow about his book Straight to Heaven: A Practical Guide for Growing in Holiness. Fr. Morrow explains the significance of understanding heaven, hell, and purgatory as motivators for spiritual growth. Heaven is a deep union with God, similar to a divine marriage. While God’s mercy is abundant, rejecting Him leads to hell, which Christ frequently spoke about in Scripture; and purgatory as a place of purification for those who die in God’s grace but stil...2025-02-2027 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#323 John Galten – The Spiritual Direction of St. Claude De La Colombiere on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcaWhat a joy to discuss the 2nd edition of "The Spiritual Direction of St. Claude de la Colombiere" with John Galten, who wrote the forward to the book. Filled with an abundance of wisdom this little work is a must for those seeking solid spiritual guidance. In this podcast, we discuss the great legacy of St. Claude as well as the historical and spiritual richness of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. John is a delight to talk with him, his joy for Christ and deep respect for St. Claude is utterly engaging. The post IP#323 John Galten – The S...2025-02-1537 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#323 John Galten – The Spiritual Direction of St. Claude De La Colombiere on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
John Galten – The Spiritual Direction of St. Claude De La Colombiere on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
John Galten and Kris McGregor discuss The Spiritual Direction of St. Claude de la Colombière and St. Claude’s crucial role in the Sacred Heart devotion, through his spiritual guidance of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. Galten recounts his personal journey to discovering St. Claude and highlights how the saint’s balanced, kind, and firm approach helped St. Margaret Mary persevere amidst resistance. St. Claude’s promotion of the Sacred Heart devotion, particularly through his Jesuit connections, significa...2025-02-1537 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#374 – Mary Dudro – Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Élisabeth and Félix Leseur on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – DiscerninMary Dudro-Gordon and Kris McGregor discuss Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Elisabeth and Félix Leseur by Bernadette Chovelon. The post IP#374 – Mary Dudro – Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Élisabeth and Félix Leseur on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-1434 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#374 – Mary Dudro – Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Élisabeth and Félix Leseur on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Mary Dudro – Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Élisabeth and Félix Leseur on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Mary Dudro
Mary Dudro-Gordon and Kris McGregor discuss Salt and Light: The Spiritual Journey of Elisabeth and Félix Leseur by Bernadette Chovelon. Presenting the remarkable story of Elisabeth, a devout Catholic, and Félix, a staunch atheist; their marriage was grounded in deep love and mutual respect despite their spiritual differences. Their relationship illustrates the transformative power of sacramental marriage as Elisabeth devoted herself to silent prayer, sacrifice, and trust in God’s plan for Félix’s...2025-02-1434 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#491 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she continues her conversation about the book "8 Steps to Energize Your Faith" with Joe Paprocki. The post IP#491 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-1331 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#491 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts
Joe Paprocki on “8 Steps to Energize Your Faith”, Part Two on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Joe Paprocki joins Kris McGregor on Discerning Hearts to discuss his book Eight Steps to Energize Your Faith. Paprocki highlights the relational nature of faith, rooted in the Trinitarian image of God. He shares personal experiences as an introvert, especially during the isolation of the pandemic, to illustrate humanity’s inherent need for relationships and the importance of compassion, distinguishing it from empathy by noting that compassion leads to action. Paprocki connects these ideas to the corporal and spirit...2025-02-1331 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#490 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "8 Steps to Energize Your Faith" with Joe Paprocki in Part One of this episode of Inside the Pages. The post IP#490 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-1331 minDiscerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts » Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIP#490 Joe Paprocki – 8 Steps to Energize Your Faith, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Joe Paprocki on “8 Steps to Energize Your Faith”, Part One on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
Eight Steps to Energize Your Faith, which explores practical ways to reconnect with God’s presence in everyday life. Paprocki draws on the examples of the prophet Elijah and George Bailey from It’s a Wonderful Life to illustrate the human experience of spiritual fatigue and the longing for renewed purpose. Many people, especially post-pandemic, feel depleted and seek divine energy to reawaken their desire to live fully. Through relatable stories and Ignatian principles, Paprocki encourages readers to recogniz...2025-02-1331 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#499 Gil Bailie – The Apocalypse of the Sovereign Self on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "The Apocalypse of the Sovereign Self: Recovering the Christian Mystery of Personhood" with Gil Bailie. The post IP#499 Gil Bailie – The Apocalypse of the Sovereign Self on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-02-0734 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#484 – Deacon James Keating Ph.D. – Abiding in Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIn this compelling conversation with Deacon James Keating, a spiritual master of the highest order, we discuss those things that block us from having a closer relationship with God. We also discuss the importance of making time for Lectio Divina, living in the liturgy of the Church, and the danger of letting prayer become too complex. The post IP#484 – Deacon James Keating Ph.D. – Abiding in Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-01-3144 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#498 Fr. Basil Nortz – Holy Silence, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "Holy Silence: A Practical Guide to Recollection in God" with Fr. Basil Nortz in part two of this two-part interview. The post IP#498 Fr. Basil Nortz – Holy Silence, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-01-3027 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#497 Fr. Basil Nortz – Holy Silence, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "Holy Silence: A Practical Guide to Recollection in God" with Fr. Basil Nortz in part one of this two-part interview. The post IP#497 Fr. Basil Nortz – Holy Silence, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-01-3029 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#318 Fr. John Burns – Lift Up Your Heart on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastJoin Kris McGregor and Fr. John Burns as they discuss his book 'Lift Up Your Heart' on this episode of Inside the Pages The post IP#318 Fr. John Burns – Lift Up Your Heart on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2025-01-2429 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#352 Dr. Peter Kreeft – Probes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast"Probes: Deep Sea Diving into St. John's Gospel" is a beautiful union of Scripture Study and the prayer experience of Lectio Divina. I've never seen anything quite like it (and I hope I see more). What the reader will find is that diving deeper is actually climbing higher. Under Dr. Kreeft's guidance, we learn to ask penetrating questions of Sacred Scripture, but more importantly, we learn to listen to the Word for the answers. Designed for community study or individual reflection, this is the "John" book I have been waiting for! Thank you once again Dr. Kreeft! The post IP#352 Dr...2024-12-2726 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsA Special Message from Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsThis Advent and Christmas season, Kris McGregor, Founder of Discerning Hearts, shares a heartfelt message of gratitude and hope for our listeners. For over 14 years, Discerning Hearts has been blessed to provide free spiritual resources to millions of listeners in over 265 countries, rooted in the timeless wisdom of saints like St. Ignatius of ... Read more The post A Special Message from Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-12-2302 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#503 Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes – Spiritual Masters on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIP#503 Spiritual Masters: Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition by Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor - Discerning Hearts Podcast The post IP#503 Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes – Spiritual Masters on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-12-1955 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#180 Adam English – The Saint Who Would Be Santa on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastDr. Adam English has done an outstanding job of bringing to life the story of St. Nicholas of Myra. Going deep into the historical documents, he travails between the myths and the reality of this extraordinary bishop who would become an iconic saint. I love this kind of read...steeped in rich history and filled with an enthusiastic joy for the adventure of discovery. The post IP#180 Adam English – The Saint Who Would Be Santa on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-12-0629 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#506 Fr. James Kubicki, S.J. – A Year of Daily Offerings on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastA Year of Daily Offerings by Fr. James Kubicki, S.J. on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor In this episode of “Inside the Pages”, Fr. James Kubicki discusses his book, A Year of Daily Offerings: Giving Your Life to God One Day at a Time, which encourages believers to begin each day with a prayer ... Read more The post IP#506 Fr. James Kubicki, S.J. – A Year of Daily Offerings on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-11-1942 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#483 – Thomas Jacobi – How Saints Die by Fr. Antonio Maria Sicari on Inside the Pages w/Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastJoin Kris McGregor and Thomas Jacobi as they discuss How Saints Die: 100 Stories of Hope by Fr. Antonio Maria Sicari The post IP#483 – Thomas Jacobi – How Saints Die by Fr. Antonio Maria Sicari on Inside the Pages w/Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-11-0133 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#485 Fr. Cassian Koenemann – The Grace of Nothingness on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastWhat a delight to discuss with Fr. Cassian Koenemann O.S.B. The Grace of “Nothingness” - Navigating the Spiritual Life with Blessed Columba Marmion. Many today are unaware of the teachings of this great 20th-century spiritual master, but his influence can be seen in the lives of today's beloved saints, including St. Teresa of Calcutta. Thanks to Fr. Cassain, we can all better benefit from Bl. Columba's great spiritual legacy. We HIGHLY recommend this book for the spiritual library. Don't miss the opportunity to grow in "nothingness", your life will richer for it. The post IP#485 Fr. Cassian Koenemann – The Grace...2024-10-1841 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#488 Anthony DeStefano – 30 Days to Your New Life on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "30 Days to Your New Life" with Anthony DeStefano The post IP#488 Anthony DeStefano – 30 Days to Your New Life on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-10-1033 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#338 – Julia Marie Hogan – It's OK To Start With You on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastI have already given several copies of this book to friends, that is how much I love this book! REMEMBER the airplane rule! You must put the oxygen mask on yourself first before you can help others. This principle is an essential guidepost for all of us. "It's OK To Start With You" is steeped in Catholic wisdom. You are in good hands with Julia Marie Hogan as your guide through the process of entering into "authentic self-care." No matter what your season in life, I HIGHLY recommend this book because it's never too late to start. It will not disa...2024-10-0935 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#306 Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC – Champions of the Rosary on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIt's always a delight to talk with Fr. Donald Calloway, particularly when it's about Our Lady! In "Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon", Fr. Calloway proves once again to be one of the Blessed Mother's great knights in our modern-day spiritual battle. His humble, joy-filled witness is inspiring! Along with the Sacraments of the Church and Sacred Scripture, Fr. Calloway knows exactly what we need to enhance and deepen our experience of grace in these crazy challenging times which we now live in - The Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary! For the...2024-10-0734 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#331 Fr. John Horgan – His Angels At Our Side on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast"His Angels at Our Side: Understanding Their Power in Our Souls and the World" by Fr. John Horgan is a very special work which gives us all a beautiful glimpse of the invisible messengers of God. My conversation about the Holy Angels with Fr. Horgan was a pure joy! This is a phenomenal work and one that will be sure to become a classic on the subject! Don't miss. The post IP#331 Fr. John Horgan – His Angels At Our Side on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-10-0240 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#481 – Anthony Ryan – Saint Thérèse of Lisieux by Fr. Didier-Marie Golay on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcasWith Anthony Ryan, Marketing Director for Ignatius Press, we discuss Saint Thérèse of Lisieux by Fr. Didier-Marie Golay, who is Chaplain of Lisieux and a member of the Order of Discalced Carmelites. We discuss the great saint known as the "Little Flower of Lisieux" and the members of her family, and how the witness of their lives continue to shine a light on the pathway to holiness for all of us. The post IP#481 – Anthony Ryan – Saint Thérèse of Lisieux by Fr. Didier-Marie Golay on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerni...2024-10-0130 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#489 Fr. Christopher Collins S.J. – Habits of Freedom on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastFr. Christopher Collins S.J. - Habits of Freedom on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor What a delight to talk again with Fr. Christopher Collins S.J., this time about his book Habits of Freedom: 5 Ignatian Tools for Clearing Your Mind and Resting Daily in the Lord The post IP#489 Fr. Christopher Collins S.J. – Habits of Freedom on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-09-1940 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#484 Fr. Aaron Wessman – The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World" with Fr. Aaron Wessman. The post IP#484 Fr. Aaron Wessman – The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-09-1333 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#483 Fr. Aaron Wessman – The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World" with Fr. Aaron Wessman. The post IP#483 Fr. Aaron Wessman – The Church’s Mission in a Polarized World, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-09-1229 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#364 Fr. John Bartunek – The Better Part: The Gospels pt. 2 – Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastWith Fr. John Bartunek, we continue with part 2 of our discussion on "The Better Part: The Gospels." During our conversation, we discuss the importance of prayer and the scriptures, the nature of spiritual direction, and how we can develop our friendship with Christ. It's always a joy to talk with Fr. Bartunek. We couldn't recommend this 4-volume set more highly. The post IP#364 Fr. John Bartunek – The Better Part: The Gospels pt. 2 – Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-08-2328 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#363 Fr. John Bartunek – The Better Part: The Gospels pt. 1 – Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastWith Fr. John Bartunek, we begin part 1 of our discussion on "The Better Part: The Gospels." During our conversation, we discuss the importance of prayer and the scriptures, the nature of spiritual direction, and how we can develop our friendship with Christ. It's always a joy to talk with Fr. Bartunek. We couldn't recommend this 4-volume set more highly. The post IP#363 Fr. John Bartunek – The Better Part: The Gospels pt. 1 – Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-08-2329 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#505 Dr. Christopher Reed – Sacred Conversations on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIn this episode of "Inside the Pages", Kris McGregor interviews Dr. Christopher Reed about his book "Sacred Conversations." Exploring the integration of faith into everyday interactions and emphasizes the importance of meaningful dialogue guided by agape love—selfless, Christ-like love. Dr. Reed shares how a pivotal conversation inspired him to write the book in just 21 days, offering a process involving invitation, intention, inquiry, illumination, and integration to guide faith-based conversations. The post IP#505 Dr. Christopher Reed – Sacred Conversations on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-08-1645 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#251 – Anne Costa – Embracing Edith Stein on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorWhat a joy to discover "Embracing Edith Stein: Wisdom for Women from St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross" by author Anne Costa. Far from a clinical dissertation on Edith Stein's writings, Anne introduces us to a woman with whom she has shared a rich spiritual friendship. By learning from and then implementing her wealth of teaching, Anne gives a saint who can help us to grow in faith and wisdom . Highly recommended! The post IP#251 – Anne Costa – Embracing Edith Stein on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-08-0929 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#283 – Sr. Regina van den Berg – Communion with Christ according to St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregoSr. Regina van den Berg – Communion with Christ according to St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor In this episode of “Inside the Pages”, Sr. Regina van den Berg joins in conversation with Kris McGregor about Sr. Regina’s book, Communion with Christ. Focusing on the life and spirituality ... Read more The post IP#283 – Sr. Regina van den Berg – Communion with Christ according to St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-08-0930 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#502 Adam Blai – The History of Exorcism, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she continues her discussion about the book "The History of Exorcism" with Adam Blai in Part 2 of this two-part conversation. The post IP#502 Adam Blai – The History of Exorcism, Part 2 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-07-2624 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#501 Adam Blai – The History of Exorcism, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastsJoin Kris McGregor as she discusses the book "The History of Exorcism" with Adam Blai in Part 1 of this two part conversation. The post IP#501 Adam Blai – The History of Exorcism, Part 1 on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-06-2122 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#488 Joseph Pearce – Faith of Our Fathers on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastJoseph Pearce - Faith of Our Fathers on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor What a delight to once again talk with the prolific Joseph Pearce. This time about his extraordinary book Faith of Our Fathers: A History of True England. A compelling read that spans the story of a great nation and the heartbeat that makes the lion roar. The post IP#488 Joseph Pearce – Faith of Our Fathers on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-06-1439 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#478 Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P. – Drawing Close to the Holy Spirit on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastWhat a delight to talk once again to Sr. Mary Ann Fatula O.P. this time about Drawing Close to the Holy Spirit: Keys to a Transformed Life and Joy Heart! She provides us with a road map for the spiritual journey that takes us to the heart of the Holy Trinity led by the person of Love, the Holy Spirit. Highly recommended! The post IP#478 Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P. – Drawing Close to the Holy Spirit on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-05-1834 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#504 Dan LeRoy – Why We Think What We Think on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastDan Leroy and Kris McGregor discuss philosophy's role in understanding and solving modern issues. The post IP#504 Dan LeRoy – Why We Think What We Think on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-05-0136 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#503 Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes – Spiritual Masters on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIP#503 Spiritual Masters: Living and Praying in the Catholic Tradition by Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor - Discerning Hearts Podcast The post IP#503 Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes – Spiritual Masters on Inside the Pages w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-04-1754 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsThe Mystery of Good Friday – A Special Conversation with Deacon James Keating Ph.D. and Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastThe Mystery of Good Friday - A Special Conversation with Deacon James Keating Ph.D. and Kris McGregor - Discerning Hearts Podcast The post The Mystery of Good Friday – A Special Conversation with Deacon James Keating Ph.D. and Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-03-2935 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsDr. Kevin Vost – Three Irish Saints on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorIt was a delight to talk once again to Dr. Kevin Vost. In his new book Three Irish Saints: A Guide to Finding Your Spiritual Style, he brings forward of 3 incredible saints who can help us bring about a greater awareness of ourselves, as well as bringing us closer to our relationship with God. Dr. Vost is a psychologist, and physical fitness expert who examines the lives of these three great saints reveals their gifts and virtues. He then explores the question: Are you a thinker, a doer, or a lover? Included is a simple self-test to find out which...2024-03-1729 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsFJ10 – Finding Hope Amidst Despair – The Final Journey with Dr. Stephen Doran M.D. – Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsEpisode 10 - Finding Hope Amidst Despair - The Final Journey with Dr. Stephen Doran, M.D. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Doran and Kris McGregor discuss societal challenges like addiction and suicide, reminding us of the importance of compassion and hope. They discuss the pressures individuals face to meet societal standards and how this can lead to self-medication and addiction. Using personal examples, Dr. Doran and Kris tell us two stories of family members who self-medicated via alcohol addiction, but have two dramatically different outcomes: one ending in tragedy and the other ending with hope. The post FJ10 – Finding Hope Am...2024-03-0850 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsEp. 1 – A Sister of St. Thérèse: Servant of God, Léonie Martin – Bearer of Hope with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts PodcastFr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor begin a new series that reflects on the life of the "forgotten" sister of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Servant of God Léonie Martin. Fr. Gallagher says, "Léonie's life holds a very important story because she was the forgotten one; she was the one who was in the last place; she was the one who was less gifted than the others. Today we would call her a ‘problem child’, and we'll see that she certainly was the source of great anxiety to her parents, especially to her mother, Zélie, who loved her d...2024-03-0739 min
Dr. Anthony Lilles - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsBTP8 Heaven In Faith: Day 4 Prayer 2 by St. Elizabeth of the Trinity – Beginning to Pray with Dr. Anthony Lilles – Discerning Hearts Podcasts
Episode 8 – “Heaven in Faith” Day 4 Prayer 2 – “I Have Come to Cast Fire Upon the Earth”
In this episode, Dr. Anthony Lilles and Kris McGregor focus on prayer and Christian living, particularly the messages from St. Elizabeth of the Trinity and St. Thérèse of Lisieux. The core theme revolves around the concept of love as the essence of Christian prayer and life, emphasizing the need for a soul’s complete surrender to God’s will. It highlights how such surrender leads to a genuine conversion, growing deeper into love and allowing God’s love to transform and guide...2024-03-0627 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#347 Joel Stepanek – Chasing Humility on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts PodcastIP#347 Joel Stepanek - Chasing Humility on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor - Discerning Hearts Podcast The post IP#347 Joel Stepanek – Chasing Humility on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-03-0234 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsCHGD2 – Gertrud von Le Fort's The Eternal Woman – The Importance of Symbolic Language – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/ Kris McGregor – DisEpisode 2 – The Importance of Symbolic Language – Gertrude von Le Fort’s The Eternal Woman – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/Kris McGregor and Vivian Dudro Kris McGregor, along with Vivian Dudro, continues their discussion of The Eternal Woman by highlighting the importance of the introduction, urging listeners to approach it slowly and prayerfully to ... Read more The post CHGD2 – Gertrud von Le Fort’s The Eternal Woman – The Importance of Symbolic Language – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/ Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-02-0838 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsCHGD1 – Gertrud von Le Fort's The Eternal Woman – Embarking on the Journey – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/ Kris McGregor – Discenring HeaEpisode 1 Embarking on the Journey – Gertrude von Le Fort’s The Eternal Woman – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/Kris McGregor & Vivian Dudro Kris McGregor and Vivian Dudro shine a light on the influential works of Gertrud von Le Fort, focusing particularly on her masterpiece, The Eternal Woman. They share a deep understanding of ... Read more The post CHGD1 – Gertrud von Le Fort’s The Eternal Woman – Embarking on the Journey – Climbing Higher, Going Deeper w/ Kris McGregor – Discenring Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2024-01-2550 minDiscerning Hearts - Catholic PodcastsIP#484 – Deacon James Keating Ph.D. – Abiding in Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor Discerning Hearts PodcastIn this compelling conversation with Deacon James Keating, a spiritual master of the highest order, we discuss those things that block us from having a closer relationship with God. We also discuss the importance of making time for Lectio Divina, living in the liturgy of the Church, and the danger of letting prayer become too complex. The post IP#484 – Deacon James Keating Ph.D. – Abiding in Christ on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2023-12-0145 min
Dr. Matthew Bunson - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsDC8 St. Ambrose of Milan, Part 2 – The Doctors of the Church with Dr. Matthew Bunson – Discerning Hearts Podcast
St. Ambrose of Milan, Part 2 – The Doctors of the Church with Dr. Matthew Bunson
Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor discuss St. Ambrose, the catechumen who became a bishop, in part 2 of this two-part conversation.
Born: 340 AD
Died: January 1, 397 AD
For more on St. Ambrose of Milan and his teachings
Ambrose
– On the Christian Faith (De fide)
– On the Holy Spirit
– On the Mysteries
– On Repentance
– On the Duties of the Clergy
– Concerning Virgins
– Concerning Widows
– On the Death of Satyrus
– Memorial of Symmachus
– Sermon against Auxentius
– Letters
...2022-06-1330 minDr. Matthew Bunson - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsDC6 St. Gregory of Nazianzus – The Doctors of the Church /w Dr. Matthew Bunson Podcast
St. Gregory of Nazianzus – The Doctors of the Church with Dr. Matthew Bunson
Born: 329 AD
Died: January 1, 390 AD
Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor explore St. Gregory of Nazianzus (Nazianzen), a doctor of the Church. St. Gregory faced the Arian heresy and a tension between solitude and serving as a priest. His theological contributions include emphasizing “consubstantial” and defending the Trinity. Dr. Bunson highlights his views on Christ’s full humanity, theosis, and the connection between theology and prayer, making special note of Pope Benedict XVI’s insights on St. Gregory as well.
St. Gregory’s teachings...2022-05-3132 min
Fathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC11 – Julian the Apostate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 11 – Julian the Apostate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Julian the Apostate, an emperor of Rome who was disillusioned by how his family who claimed to be Christians, yet acted counter to what they professed. He would embrace paganism and tried to eliminate Christian influence in the Roman Empire.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
Christians remembered Julian as “the Apostate”—the one emperor who tried to turn back to paganism. There would be no others. From 36...2021-01-0727 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC10 – Arius – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 10 – Arius – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Arius and the threat of the Arian heresy. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times and recognize the Arian tendencies we continue to see today.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
ARIUS WAS an obscure Egyptian priest who probably had more influence on the history of Christian theology than any Christian thinker since St. Paul. It was all negative...2020-12-0227 minDr. Matthew Bunson - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIP#177 Dr. Matthew Bunson – St. Kateri on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor PodcastWith Dr. Matthew Bunson, we discuss his book "St. Kateri: Lily of the Mohawks". The humble daughter of a Mohawk chief and a Roman Catholic mother, Kateri (named after St. Catherine of Siena) Tekakwitha lived a short life (she died at the age of 24). She was a powerful witness to her Christian faith, so much so, that even the famed "black robe" Jesuit missionaries were awed "by her perfection of the virtues, her mystical prayer life, and her total love for Christ." Her last words were: "Jesus, I love you." No one tells a story like Dr. Bunson, and...2020-07-1400 min
Deacon Omar F. A. Gutierrez - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsThe Invitation to Radical Love – Deacon Omar Gutierrez and Kris McGregor Discerning Hearts Special Podcast
Join Deacon Omar F. A. Gutierrez and Kris McGregor as they discuss the events of the global Coronavirus pandemic of 2020. They discuss how this affects the family, the value of life, and the lessons it brings. We discuss the liturgical life of the Church during Holy Week and how we might be able to enter into this sacred period in these challenging days.
Deacon Omar Gutiérrez is the President and co-Founder of the Evangelium Institute as well as the Director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith in the Archdiocese of Omaha. An...2020-04-0542 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC9 – Diocletian – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 9 – Diocletian – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Diocletian and the threat of a “police state” to religious freedom. Mike makes suggestions on what the Christian can do to stay true to the faith in times of religious persecution.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
IN THE 200s, the Roman Empire fell apart. For decades, disaster after disaster rolled across the Mediterranean world. Civil war was the normal state of political affairs. The economy fell to pieces. Plagu...2020-03-0525 minDr. Matthew Bunson - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsDC33 St. Anthony of Padua – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom w/ Dr. Matthew BunsonJoin Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor as they continue to discuss the life and teachings of St. Anthony of Padua in this Discerning Hearts Podcast
The post DC33 St. Anthony of Padua – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom w/ Dr. Matthew Bunson appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2020-02-0500 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC8 – Celsus – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 8 – Celsus – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Celsus and responding to his “Case against Christianity.”
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
The man’s name was Aulus Cornelius Celsus, and he was one of those remarkable people who seem to know a little bit about everything. Today we remember him most as a physician, because the main work of his that survives is a treatise on medicine; but that book was actually part of a book on practi...2020-01-2727 min
Dr. Paul Thigpen PhD - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsPOA7 – “Know your Weapons” pt. 2 – Put On The Armor – A Manual for Spiritual Warfare w/Dr. Paul Thigpen Ph.D. – Discerning Hears Catholic PodcastsJoin Dr. Paul Thigpen and host Kris McGregor discuss what resources are available to aid in spiritual warfare in this Discerning Hearts Podcast
The post POA7 – “Know your Weapons” pt. 2 – Put On The Armor – A Manual for Spiritual Warfare w/Dr. Paul Thigpen Ph.D. – Discerning Hears Catholic Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2020-01-2400 minDr. Matthew Bunson - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsDC30 St. Albert the Great – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom w/ Dr. Matthew Bunson PodcastJoin Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor as they continue to discuss the life and teachings of St. Albert the Great in this Discerning Hearts Podcast
The post DC30 St. Albert the Great – The Doctors of the Church: The Charism of Wisdom w/ Dr. Matthew Bunson Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2020-01-2300 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC6 – Marcion – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 6 – Marcion – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Marcion and the dangers of money…to the extreme!
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
Marcion was a rich businessman who thought he had figured out the real meaning of the Gospel. He used the power of money to found a kind of parallel church, and he was very successful for a while—which tells you a little about the state of Christianity at the time, and a lot about wh...2020-01-1327 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC5 – Nero – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 5 – Nero – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Nero and the hallmarks and dangers of an “antichrist.”
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
Pilate was a waffling dupe. Judas was a tortured soul who didn’t have the courage to repent. But perhaps no villain in Christian legend comes out as completely and utterly villainous as Nero. He isn’t just a sinner who made the wrong choice: in much of Christian legend, and even theology, he is literally...2019-12-1625 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC4 – Simon the Magician – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 4 – Simon the Magician – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Simon the Magician and learning from pride and hubris.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
IF THERE had been supermarket tabloids in Rome of the first century, Simon Magus, or Simon the Magician, would have been on the front pages every week. His story gives us zombies, levitation, a talking dog, a jewel heist, and a prophesying baby, just to name a few of the h...2019-12-0225 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC3 – Pontius Pilate – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 3 – Pontius Pilate – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Pontius Pilate and learning from his weakness.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
Jesus was crucified under Pontius Pilate. Countless millions of Christians recite that simple historical fact when they profess their faith. It reminds us that this is real history we’re dealing with. The death and Resurrection of Jesus are not just metaphors or allegories: they really happened at a particular moment in history.
Pilate i...2019-11-2527 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC2 – Caiaphas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 2 – Caiaphas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss Caiaphas and the temptation of unholy compromises.
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
CAIAPHAS IS mentioned everywhere in the Church Fathers, but almost as furniture—“ and Jesus was brought before Caiaphas.” If the early Christian writers are interested in anything about him, it’s that he could prophesy truly because of his office. Otherwise, they don’t seem to find much remarkable in him. He’s the banality of evil. A bureaucra...2019-10-2826 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsVEC1 – Judas – Villains of the Early Church with Mike Aquilina – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Episode 1 – Judas – “Villains of the Early Church: And How They Made Us Better Christians“
In this episode, Mike Aquilina and Kris McGregor discuss the “mystery of Judas.”
An excerpt from Villains of the Early Church:
What happened to Judas? Was it simple greed that snapped him? That seems unlikely. Thirty pieces of silver was a good bit of money, but Judas was doing all right with his embezzling racket. The Gospels don’t tell us his motivation most likely because their writers just didn’t know. It was a mystery to them as it is to us. And...2019-10-2226 min
Joseph Pearce - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIP#34 Joseph Pearce – The Heart of Newman on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorWe will be praying with and learning from Blessed John Henry Newman for many, many years to come. Joseph Pearce has been an excellent student, as well as an instructor of (or should I say “illuminator of”) the life and work of this great man, John Henry Newman, and who is now a bonafide member of the ... Read more
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Joseph Pearce - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIP#34 Joseph Pearce – The Heart of Newman on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregor
We will be praying with and learning from Blessed John Henry Newman for many, many years to come. Joseph Pearce has been an excellent student, as well as an instructor of (or should I say “illuminator of”) the life and work of this great man, John Henry Newman, and who is now a bonafide member of the Cloud of Witnesses. It’s ALWAYS a joy to talk with Joseph, but it was fantastic to speak with him in particular about Blessed John Henry Newman and the book released by Ignatius Press to help us grow in our awareness...2019-10-1230 minFathers of the Church & More with Mike Aquilina - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsSt. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church…patriarch of the monastic life with Mike AquilinaMike Aquilina, in conversation with Bruce and Kris McGregor, breaks open the life and teachings of St. Anthony of Desert (aka St. Anthony the hermit, St. Anthony Abbott or St. Anthony the GREAT!) Born c. 251 Herakleopolis Magna, Egypt Died 356 Mount Colzim, Egypt You can find the Life of St. Anthony by St. Athanasius ... Read more
The post St. Anthony of the Desert, Father of the Church…patriarch of the monastic life with Mike Aquilina appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.2019-01-1700 minJoseph Pearce - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsIP#321 Joseph Pearce – “Heroes of the Catholic Reformation” on Inside the Pages with Kris McGregorAnother phenomenal work by the prolific Joseph Pearce, this time bringing us the “Heroes of the Catholic Reformation: Saints Who Renewed the Church.” Our conversation covers a pivotal century which brings us many of the extraordinary spiritual figures of 16th century. Filled with fascinating insights, this is not just a book about yesterday, but offers guideposts for ... Read more
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"What am I to do?" - Discerning the Will of God in Everyday Decisions with Fr. Timothy Gallagher - Discerning Hearts Catholic PodcastsDWG5 – Listening for God’s Voice – The Discernment of God’s Will in Everyday Decisions with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcast
Listening for God’s Voice – “What am I to do?” The Discernment of God’s Will in Everyday Decisions with Fr. Timothy Gallagher
Fr. Timothy Gallagher and Kris McGregor discuss the importance of praying with Scripture and embracing silence as spiritual means to aid in discernment and the transformative power of engaging with the Word of God daily, allowing individuals to develop an intimate knowledge of Christ and grow in love for Him. Through prayerful reflection on Scripture, one becomes attuned to the voice of God and gains clarity in discerning His will.
Creating space for silenc...2017-03-2028 min