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Interior Integration for Catholics

143 Fr. Mike Schmitz, Sr. Josephine Garrett, and Archbishop Cordileone on Personal Formation

Aug 5, 2024
Fr. Mike Schmitz, a dynamic speaker, shares insights on the transformative power of silence in personal growth. Sr. Josephine Garrett connects human formation to pastoral focus, urging Catholics to integrate secular knowledge into faith practices. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone passionately advocates rediscovering sacred silence as a gateway to deeper spirituality. Together, they emphasize the importance of the Eucharist in nurturing virtues and fostering a holistic relationship with God, enriched by the wisdom of great thinkers like Blaise Pascal and St. Augustine.
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  • Fr. Mike Schmitz emphasizes that silence serves as a powerful tool for self-discovery and intimacy with God during personal formation.
  • Sister Josephine Garrett highlights the necessary integration of human and pastoral formation, advocating for a holistic approach to evangelization and personal development.

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The Centrality of the Eucharist

The Eucharist is described as the source and summit of the Christian life, embodying the whole spiritual good of the Church through the presence of Christ. It connects the sacraments and all ecclesiastical ministries, asserting its significance in the fabric of Catholic faith. The Catechism emphasizes that the Eucharist summarizes believers' faith, and understanding its connection to human formation is essential for spiritual growth. Engaging with the Eucharist allows the faithful to recognize their identity as beloved children of God and grasp the depth of divine love.

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