Description: This week Dan, Melissa and Dr. Anthony Lilles discuss St. Therese's intense suffering as she experiences the dark night of the soul.
Topics/Questions covered in the show:
Why does St. Therese refer to herself as "a grain of sand"? The writings of St. Therese reflect those of St. John of the Cross: we must study the life of Jesus and imitate Him in everything we do. We must detach ourselves from our own reputation. St. Therese had a devotion to the Holy Face of Jesus and finds consolation not only for herself, but for the world in a simple smile descending upon us from His blood-stained face. Why does St. Therese long for "the homeland" at this stage in her spiritual life? What is causing the suffering that St. Therese is experiencing? Why does God have us pass through such painful purification? How can one overcome the dark night of the soul?Resources:
Spiritualdirection.com - website EWTN Global Catholic Radio Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue - online Living the Mystery of Merciful Love: 30 Days with Therese of Lisieux by Dr. Anthony Lilles and Dan Burke Questions? Send an e-mail to Questions@myavila.com or call 818-646-7729. — please leave your name, location and question.