This week Mother Natalia takes a mini-topic suggestion from one of our Patreon supporters and talks about it for a full episode! She talks about attachments to people, including family and celebrities, and how those can be wrongly ordered. She talks about differentiating between relying fully on God and our need to have others in our lives since "it's not good for man to be alone." She talks about recognizing when we may be placing our reliance incorrectly and how to pivot back to God.Want to suggest a mini-topic? Become a supporter on Patreon!Follow and Contact Us!Follow us on Instagram and FacebookWe're on YouTube!Join our Goodreads GroupFr. Michael's TwitterChrist the Bridegroom MonasteryOur WebsiteOur NonprofitSend us a textSupport the show

Today we're joined by special guest Ivy Gates. Ivy and Fr. Michael met each other on the #redbusbestbus during a Holy Land pilgrimage.Ivy talks about authenticity and it's importance in her life. Fr. Michael shares some examples of Ivy living out her authentic self during pilgrimage and how that impacted him.Follow and Contact Us!Follow us on Instagram and FacebookWe're on YouTube!Join our Goodreads GroupFr. Michael's TwitterChrist the Bridegroom MonasteryOur WebsiteOur NonprofitSend us a textSupport the show

This week Fr. Michael talks about an encounter he had in Rome, and how that encounter led him to consider his weaknesses and other people's wisdom. He talks about how we sometimes weaponize other people's weaknesses instead of recognizing their dignity as a person.References:Stop It - Bob NewhartFollow and Contact Us!Follow us on Instagram and FacebookWe're on YouTube!Join our Goodreads GroupFr. Michael's TwitterChrist the Bridegroom MonasteryOur WebsiteOur NonprofitSend us a textSupport the show

This week Mother Natalia continues her topic on discernment, talking about what not to do but also what to do. She also talks about ways that we see the resurrection in our lives, and the way that St. John saw it, not with the physical presence of Jesus (although he did see that too!) but with his initial viewing of the burial clothes. She talks about how important those signs are in our lives to help our belief and the beliefs of others.We also have a mini-topic this week, where Fr. Michael and Mother Natalia list their favorite traits of each other.References:Co-Authoring My LifeWhat Discernment is NotOrientale LumenLetter to DiognetusMarks of a True ChristianChastity: Reconciliation of the Senses by Bishop Erik VardenWant to suggest a mini-topic? Become a patron on Patreon!Follow and Contact Us!Follow us on Instagram and FacebookWe're on YouTube!Join our Goodreads GroupFr. Michael's TwitterChrist the Bridegroom MonasteryOur WebsiteOur NonprofitSend us a textSupport the show

In this episode, they discuss the importance of multiple experiences in discernment, the challenges of navigating vocation and celibacy discernment, and respecting the wishes of the couple in wedding events. They also touch on setting dating expectations in Catholic circles and overcoming fear in the discernment process.

This podcast discusses letting God work through us, authors of scripture being in sync with the Holy Spirit, and charismatic renewal in Byzantine Churches. Father Michael shares insights on co-authoring life and the importance of guidance from the Holy Spirit.

Fr. Boniface Hicks and Mother Natalia discuss repairing relationships, translating sacred prayers, miraculous events, self-reflection, faith in God, tenderness in apologies, unique goodness in relationships, emotional birth, and prayer intentions in a heartfelt and insightful conversation.

This week Fr. Michael continues his discussion from several episodes ago on living out the gospel as a mom. Fr. Michael and Mother Natalia respond to some reflections that listeners passed along about life as a mom and creative almsgiving.References:Heroic Act of CharityTherapy of Spiritual Illnesses by Jean-Claude LarchetFollow and Contact Us!Follow us on Instagram and FacebookWe're on YouTube!Join our Goodreads GroupFr. Michael's TwitterChrist the Bridegroom MonasteryOur WebsiteOur NonprofitSend us a textSupport the show

Author and inner self expert Dr. Gerry Crete discusses exploring the inner self, parts work, and the complexity of individuals beyond social media. He also reflects on his journey of faith and finding belonging in a Byzantine Catholic church.

Father Michael discusses the importance of daily prayers, including prayers before and after meals, private prayer practices, and the significance of integrating prayers into daily routines. He also compares Melkite and Trososlav prayer books, emphasizes the value of consistent prayer practices like the prayer rule of Saint Pecomius, and highlights the benefits of reflecting on daily events through a daily examination of conscience.