Discussed in this episode: 

• What is psychologically and spiritually relevant about praying a novena? 
• Dr. Greg and Jennifer’s experience of writing Consecration to Jesus through Saint Joseph; 
• The healing fatherhood of St. Joseph and how he leads us to God the Father;
• Three practical takeaways one receives from praying a novena to St. Joseph;
• The importance of intentionality in a novena; 
• Why is a novena nine days?
• How a novena matures our senses, helps us dive deeper into what it means to be human, and ultimately brings us closer to God.

Resources mentioned or relevant:

• Consecration to Jesus through St. Joseph: An Integrated Look at the Holy Family, by Dr. Gregory Bottaro and Jennifer Settle;
• Access the Free Downloadable Guide on How to Pray the Consecration as a Novena! 
• More about Jennifer Settle and The Theology of the Body Institute;
• Download The Integrated App to join in on the St. Joseph novena.
• More on IDDM - Dr. Greg’s new model of treatment
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