

Father Ron Rolheiser: The Ache That Makes Us Human
18 snips Apr 29, 2025
Father Ron Rolheiser, a revered Roman Catholic priest and bestselling author, dives deep into the human experience of longing and ache. He explores why this feeling is central to our existence and how it can lead to greater spiritual insight. The discussion touches on the necessity of community in healing, embracing life's imperfections, and the role of honest communication in personal growth. Ron emphasizes the importance of navigating faith amidst struggle, offering a hopeful perspective for those feeling restless or disappointed.
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The Ache That Defines Humanity
- We are born with an ache, a longing that never fully goes away and defines our humanity.
- This ache points to our unfinished stories and is a foundational, even holy, part of who we are.
The Ache in Christian Spirituality
- Christian spirituality often fails to acknowledge that life includes pain, sadness, and longing.
- True spirituality is not about being impermeable to ache but about how we hold and walk with the ache.
Living With Cancer's Timed Intervals
- Father Ron has lived with stage four cancer for over 11 years, experiencing life divided into six-month intervals.
- This has taught him to appreciate life deeply and live with urgency and gratitude in each period.