The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Healing in the Gaze of Jesus (with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT)
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Nov 28, 2024 Sr. Miriam James Heidland, a member of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity, discusses profound themes of healing and spiritual growth. She shares personal experiences of overcoming childhood trauma through love and community. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of forgiveness and the importance of acknowledging pain for healing. Sr. Miriam highlights the joy in embracing vulnerability, and how God’s loving gaze can guide us toward a deeper relationship with Him, ultimately preparing our hearts for a joyful Advent.
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Sr. Miriam's Journey to Faith
- Sr. Miriam James Heidland shares her journey to faith, sparked by a priest's love for Jesus and his priesthood.
- Witnessing this love awakened her own desire to be loved by Jesus and led her to her vocation.
Discerning SOLT
- Sr. Miriam discusses discerning her call to the SOLT community, citing its familial nature.
- Her vulnerability and past trauma made the community's environment feel like home.
Addictions and Trauma
- Sr. Miriam connects addictions to trauma responses, highlighting the importance of addressing underlying wounds.
- All addictions, from substances to behaviors, stem from unaddressed sorrowful mysteries.