Interior Integration for Catholics

Fr. John Horn, a seasoned Jesuit priest and co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation, shares insights on the ARRR prayer, affectionately dubbed the 'pirate prayer.' He breaks down its four stages: Acknowledging, Relating, Receiving, and Responding. Fr. Horn emphasizes the significance of personal formation and the journey to embrace divine sonship. He discusses overcoming spiritual barriers through honest dialogue with God and highlights the vital integration of human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral growth for deeper authenticity in faith.

In this insightful discussion, Marion Moreland, a Certified IFS therapist and lead navigator for the Resilient Catholic Community, leads a live demonstration showcasing Internal Family Systems in action. She dives into themes of productivity, perfectionism, and the emotional weight of childhood experiences. Listeners are guided to explore their own inner dynamics, particularly the relationship between actions and feelings of affection. Marion emphasizes the importance of nurturing one's inner child and finding balance between responsibilities and self-care for true healing.

What does Catholic parts work look like in action? Join Dr. Peter as he accompanies David and Ian as they connect with not only their manager parts but also some of their exiled parts in these demonstrations. These demonstrations illustrates very typical ways of working with parts in an accompanied way. We address themes of safety, fears of looking weak, play, body sensations, the need for excellence, and the importance of mission, among others. You are invited into the “observer role” to connect with your own parts in your human formation as you experience the demo and your parts resonate with parts coming up in Ian and David’s work. 

Jonathan Teixeira, a financial coach and expert in Catholic wisdom, shares insights on the intricate relationship between faith and personal finance. He discusses the unique financial challenges faced by Catholic spouses and highlights the top three mistakes they often make. Exploring the parable of the talents, he emphasizes responsible stewardship and the spiritual implications of financial decisions. Teixeira also addresses how effective budgeting can transform lives and strengthen family dynamics through open communication and faith.

Pete Burds, the vice president of mission at NET, shares insights on the critical formation of young missionaries aged 18-25. He highlights the importance of building relationships and the value of allowing young adults to make mistakes as part of their growth. The discussion touches on integrating human, spiritual, and intellectual dimensions to equip missionaries for effective pastoral work. Burds also emphasizes community support, accountability, and the transformative power of connecting with middle and high school students through faith and prayer.

Fr. Dave Pivonka TOR, president of Franciscan University, shares insights on the vital role of personal formation for college students. He warns against over-spiritualizing struggles and highlights how human formation deficits have impacted the Church. The conversation covers modern challenges like technology's effect on mental health and the importance of community support. Fr. Pivonka emphasizes the transformation that starts within and radiates out, illustrating how hope and identity play crucial roles in spiritual growth.

Dr. Jared Staudt, Director of Content at Exodus 90, joins guest host Dr. Gerry Crete to dive into personal formation for men. They discuss the powerful role of asceticism in fostering love and growth amidst challenges posed by secularism. The conversation explores vulnerability and authenticity, highlighting how fraternity enhances spiritual development. Listeners will discover transformative practices that deepen spiritual connection and the significance of community support in personal journeys toward meaning and liberation.

Joey Pontarelli, founder of Restored, shares his compelling journey of healing from the impact of his parents' divorce. He discusses the emotional turbulence faced by teens and young adults, emphasizing the necessity of community and storytelling in recovery. Joey challenges listeners to confront their fears about love and relationships, revealing how past experiences shape self-worth. The conversation also highlights his ministry's innovative approach to support, including therapist networks and mentorship programs designed to foster resilience and personal growth.

Dr. Edward Sri, Catholic theologian co-founder of FOCUS shares with us the origin story, how young Catholic adults are starving for love and truth. He lays out how FOCUS forms their missionaries to live out the four dimensions of personal formation (human, spiritual, intellectual, and pastoral) in a “vision for life.” He offers a pyramid model for the integration of formation with human formation as the base, and he describes how open FOCUS is to bringing in other Catholic organizations, apostolates, and professionals to help in the formation of their missionaries and those they serve. And we discuss where FOCUS missionaries can turn when they recognize they need help. 

Jason Evert, a veteran expert in chastity education, shares insights from his extensive work with youth. He emphasizes reframing chastity positively, connecting it to love and joy. Evert advocates for early formation in chastity and discusses the challenges young people face, including addiction and societal stigma. He highlights the importance of open conversations about human sexuality within families and promotes community resources available at Chastity.com to empower youth. Personal stories serve as a beacon of hope, illustrating the transformative power of a virtuous life.