How Can I Create Time for God This Summer?
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How can you carve out more time for God this summer? Uncover practical tips from Father Damian, Deacon Mike, and special guest Hortensia Rodriguez that will help you disconnect from the constant buzz of technology and focus on your spiritual growth.
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Father Damian shares his retreat experience of turning off his phone to open up conversation with the divine. Deacon Mike offers actionable steps to silence notifications during prayer if you're using a prayer app as well as not having his phone nearby during meals.
Hortensia brings a fresh perspective by highlighting the unique opportunities summer’s longer days provide for extended prayer sessions and contemplative activities, such as praying the rosary while walking on the beach.
Consistent prayer practices are the cornerstone of a deepened relationship with God. Explore how the daily examen can fit flexibly into your schedule, whether during a lunch break or before bedtime. We discuss the benefits of a distraction-free environment, the power of physical movement in enhancing your spiritual routine, and the inspiration that personal surroundings filled with meaningful items, like pictures, can bring. Drawing parallels between spiritual discipline and physical exercise, we underscore the supportive roles of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary in guiding your spiritual journey.
You'll get week one's Diocesan Softball Update as well.
Imagine spiritual growth as a slow, nurturing process akin to gardening—requiring patience, trust, and consistent care. Join us as we reflect on how summer offers a unique chance to relax and be open to God's voice in various ways. From writing and journaling during prayer to reflecting in tranquil settings like St. John Bosco's Adoration Chapel, this episode is filled with valuable insights to make your summer a time of profound connection with God. Listen in for practical advice, personal stories, and spiritual encouragement to enrich your spiritual journey.
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1. Creating Time for God in Summer (00:00:00)
2. Deepening Relationship Through Consistent Prayer (00:08:31)
3. Softball Update: Week 1 (00:14:59)
4. The Slow Process of Grace (00:28:09)
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