Spiraling Upwards https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com A 15-20 minute weekly Catholic podcast bringing faith and daily life together.

Join Fr. Robert Healey every Wednesday night at 8pm CST, for an exploration of topics aimed at renewing daily prayer, invigorating growth in virtue and holiness, and deepening faith in Jesus Christ.  Far from being a mere DIY holiness program, our goal is to attain to intimate union with God through daily fidelity to grace, and a Christian life lived fully in the Catholic Church!

]]> Wed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved Religion & Spirituality:Christianity 1440 episodic A 15-20 minute weekly podcast bringing Catholic faith and daily life together. Join Fr. Robert Healey every Wednesday night at 8pm CST, for an exploration of topics aimed at renewing daily prayer, invigorating growth in virtue and holiness, and deepening faith in Jesus Christ.  Far from being a mere DIY holiness program, our goal is to attain to intimate union with God through daily fidelity to grace, and a Christian life lived fully in the Catholic Church! Fr. Robert Healey Fr. Robert Healey No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/2741002/Fr_Healey_s_Podcast_-_Medium-size_Logo8of72.png Spiraling Upwards https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 129: The Seven Sacraments (4): Confession Episode 129: The Seven Sacraments (4): Confession https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-129-the-seven-sacraments-4-confession/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-129-the-seven-sacraments-4-confession/#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/90f188a3-4387-3852-9cc1-baff2df1cbb4 This episode discusses the "Easter Sacrament," the Sacrament of Confession/Penance, by which we come, contrite and humble to receive the fullness of God's loving mercy.

]]> This episode discusses the "Easter Sacrament," the Sacrament of Confession/Penance, by which we come, contrite and humble to receive the fullness of God's loving mercy.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 859 130 full Episode 128: The Seven Sacraments (3): The Holy Eucharist Episode 128: The Seven Sacraments (3): The Holy Eucharist https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-seven-sacraments-3-the-holy-eucharist/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-seven-sacraments-3-the-holy-eucharist/#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/6abd509b-7dc9-3583-9d48-0261707f0367 This episode delves into the Eucharistic teaching of John, Ch. 6, as a means of opening up the treasures of this Blessed Sacrament by which Jesus Christ gives His very self to us to be our food.

]]> This episode delves into the Eucharistic teaching of John, Ch. 6, as a means of opening up the treasures of this Blessed Sacrament by which Jesus Christ gives His very self to us to be our food.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1168 129 full Episode 127: The Seven Sacraments (2): Confirmation Episode 127: The Seven Sacraments (2): Confirmation https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-127-the-seven-sacraments-2-confirmation/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-127-the-seven-sacraments-2-confirmation/#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/47356468-177c-3139-aac0-91efae8f7eda In this episode we consider the Sacrament of Confirmation, by which the Third Person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit, anoints a baptized soul for the mission of bearing witness to Christ in the world.

]]> In this episode we consider the Sacrament of Confirmation, by which the Third Person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit, anoints a baptized soul for the mission of bearing witness to Christ in the world.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 887 128 full Episode 126: The Seven Sacraments (1): Baptism Episode 126: The Seven Sacraments (1): Baptism https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-126-the-seven-sacraments-1-baptism/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-126-the-seven-sacraments-1-baptism/#comments Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2fcfaee7-19e6-3155-9140-7adc77ad412b Here we discuss the Sacrament of Baptism, which opens up for us the Life of Grace, joining us to the Second Person of the Holy Trinity, the Son of God, Jesus Christ by means of the human nature He took to Himself in the Incarnation.

]]> Here we discuss the Sacrament of Baptism, which opens up for us the Life of Grace, joining us to the Second Person of the Holy Trinity, the Son of God, Jesus Christ by means of the human nature He took to Himself in the Incarnation.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 936 127 full Episode 125: The Seven Sacraments (Introduction) Episode 125: The Seven Sacraments (Introduction) https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-125-the-seven-sacraments-introduction/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-125-the-seven-sacraments-introduction/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/34358fa0-ff83-387c-b955-abaaea51da41 Today we begin a new series on the Seven Sacraments, by asking generally what the Sacraments are, and how they meet our human need for sensible signs that bring about interior grace in our souls.

]]> Today we begin a new series on the Seven Sacraments, by asking generally what the Sacraments are, and how they meet our human need for sensible signs that bring about interior grace in our souls.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1023 126 full Episode 124: Proofs and Witnesses Episode 124: Proofs and Witnesses https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-124-proofs-and-witnesses/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-124-proofs-and-witnesses/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e8a67322-f0ee-3d7c-bec5-731035a0135a In this episode, we discuss the idea of demonstrative proof, and why Christ contents Himself with confounding His enemies, while He demonstrates His Resurrection fully only to chosen witnesses.

]]> In this episode, we discuss the idea of demonstrative proof, and why Christ contents Himself with confounding His enemies, while He demonstrates His Resurrection fully only to chosen witnesses.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 997 125 full BONUS: Compassionating Christ in His Passion BONUS: Compassionating Christ in His Passion https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/bonus-compassionating-christ-in-his-passion/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/bonus-compassionating-christ-in-his-passion/#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:11:45 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/0345ebd6-98b5-398a-9b67-85f2e84eb80d In this Good Friday bonus episode, we dig into the reality of Christ's Passion, and how we should go about being authentically compassionate to Him.

]]> In this Good Friday bonus episode, we dig into the reality of Christ's Passion, and how we should go about being authentically compassionate to Him.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 935 124 full Episode 123: The Idea of Passion Episode 123: The Idea of Passion https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-123-the-passion/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-123-the-passion/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/4a047a40-1809-3c0d-9491-d6d353baa686 In this episode we discuss the idea of human suffering, as the rational experience of pain, and how our suffering becomes a means of participation in the redemptive suffering of Jesus Christ.

]]> In this episode we discuss the idea of human suffering, as the rational experience of pain, and how our suffering becomes a means of participation in the redemptive suffering of Jesus Christ.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 949 123 full Episode 122: The Annunciation Episode 122: The Annunciation https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-122-the-annunciation/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-122-the-annunciation/#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/71cca65d-8b15-3a28-a960-a1f07eb44c5b On this Feast of the Annunciation, we take a moment to pray imaginatively about the extraordinary moment when God came into His world through the consent of a 14 year-old girl.

]]> On this Feast of the Annunciation, we take a moment to pray imaginatively about the extraordinary moment when God came into His world through the consent of a 14 year-old girl.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1085 122 full Episode 121: Joy of Life Episode 121: Joy of Life https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-121-joy-of-life/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-121-joy-of-life/#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/8f6dcc4e-67b0-35c4-9bdc-80d2a2e6c661 In this episode we consider the importance of drawing close to the childlike heart of our Savior Jesus Christ, as an antidote to the overly self-conscious, self-critical pursuit of Straight A's in the spiritual life.

]]> In this episode we consider the importance of drawing close to the childlike heart of our Savior Jesus Christ, as an antidote to the overly self-conscious, self-critical pursuit of Straight A's in the spiritual life.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1086 121 full Episode 120: Putting Your House in Order Episode 120: Putting Your House in Order https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-120-putting-your-house-in-order/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-120-putting-your-house-in-order/#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2c68adfc-6003-3aa2-911c-bd8958cdef56 Today we zoom out, to look at the purpose of this Lenten time through the overall analogy of "Spring cleaning," and to ask where in the clutter we should begin again to put our interior life in order.

]]> Today we zoom out, to look at the purpose of this Lenten time through the overall analogy of "Spring cleaning," and to ask where in the clutter we should begin again to put our interior life in order.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 933 120 full Episode 119: Mass Offerings Episode 119: Mass Offerings https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-119-mass-offerings/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-119-mass-offerings/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/fd331435-1463-3ea3-8d08-5e396eb5df87 Today we discuss the idea of what it means to offer the Mass for someone as the primary intention, and how this is done by means of an alms as a Mass offering.

]]> Today we discuss the idea of what it means to offer the Mass for someone as the primary intention, and how this is done by means of an alms as a Mass offering.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1023 119 full Episode 118: Almsgiving, to Bear More Fruit Episode 118: Almsgiving, to Bear More Fruit https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-118-almsgiving-to-bear-more-fruit/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-118-almsgiving-to-bear-more-fruit/#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:08:22 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/8a69885b-1570-3851-a7bf-fed3c50a0b90 We now consider the role that the charitable giving of alms can play in our Lenten practices, as a fit tool for keeping the thorns out of our soil, and increasing the fruit we are producing for the Lord.

]]> We now consider the role that the charitable giving of alms can play in our Lenten practices, as a fit tool for keeping the thorns out of our soil, and increasing the fruit we are producing for the Lord.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1153 118 full Episode 117 - Why Do We Fast? Episode 117 - Why Do We Fast? https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-117-why-do-we-fast/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-117-why-do-we-fast/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/5703d8a4-0a96-372e-98d4-55b19cab850d Whatever reasons the Pharisees and the disciples of John the Baptist have for fasting... this episode explores why we fast during Lent, and are encouraged to fast throughout the entire year (cf. Matthew 9:14-15).

]]> Whatever reasons the Pharisees and the disciples of John the Baptist have for fasting... this episode explores why we fast during Lent, and are encouraged to fast throughout the entire year (cf. Matthew 9:14-15).

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 924 117 full Episode 116: Striving Towards God Episode 116: Striving Towards God https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-116-striving-towards-god/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-116-striving-towards-god/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:00:04 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/19edb96a-a25d-3ba8-80f0-c087040eccdc Continuing with last episode's material, here we pay special attention to the aspect of how even those things which oppose our pursuit of union with God fit into God's Providence in making us holy.

]]> Continuing with last episode's material, here we pay special attention to the aspect of how even those things which oppose our pursuit of union with God fit into God's Providence in making us holy.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1073 116 full Episode 115: Four Categories of Creatures Episode 115: Four Categories of Creatures https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-115-four-categories-of-creatures/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-115-four-categories-of-creatures/#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/755c00a7-bc69-3a70-9e56-be976941bf1b Today we discuss a related topic: how we may categorize all of the things that in any way touch our lives, insofar as we need to enjoy them, endure them, remove them, or sacrifice them, so as to grow closer to God.

]]> Today we discuss a related topic: how we may categorize all of the things that in any way touch our lives, insofar as we need to enjoy them, endure them, remove them, or sacrifice them, so as to grow closer to God.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1006 115 full Episode 114: What Music Does Episode 114: What Music Does https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-114-what-music-does/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-114-what-music-does/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/315303cc-e648-3d02-a4e6-4b30eca58314 This episode explores the different elements of music (Melody, Harmony and Rhythm), and how when they are well-ordered or disordered in the music we listen to, they can have an impact our interior life.

]]> This episode explores the different elements of music (Melody, Harmony and Rhythm), and how when they are well-ordered or disordered in the music we listen to, they can have an impact our interior life.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1198 114 full Episode 113: Harmony in Music Episode 113: Harmony in Music https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-113-harmony-in-music/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-113-harmony-in-music/#comments Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/1349b749-5052-3c44-9233-fb4163124165 We continue the discussion of celebration with some thoughts on music and the role it plays in pulling us together, and teaching us the importance of harmony.

]]> We continue the discussion of celebration with some thoughts on music and the role it plays in pulling us together, and teaching us the importance of harmony.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 894 113 full Episode 112: Feasting and Fasting Episode 112: Feasting and Fasting https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-112-feasting-and-fasting/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-112-feasting-and-fasting/#comments Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/d26b34de-b097-3d12-b12f-e53f8bb625c9 In this episode we continue last week's discussion about celebration, by considering what Feasting is, as opposed to Gluttony, and what Fasting is, as opposed to Dieting.

]]> In this episode we continue last week's discussion about celebration, by considering what Feasting is, as opposed to Gluttony, and what Fasting is, as opposed to Dieting.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 921 112 full Episode 111: Why We Celebrate Episode 111: Why We Celebrate https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-111-why-we-celebrate/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-111-why-we-celebrate/#comments Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/4dc7dfa3-1057-3a0e-90d2-8ed2eecee6b5 In keeping with last week's New Year's resolution tip, here we return to the reason of this ongoing Christmas Season celebration, and why we shouldn't simply box things up the day after and go back to "normal."

]]> In keeping with last week's New Year's resolution tip, here we return to the reason of this ongoing Christmas Season celebration, and why we shouldn't simply box things up the day after and go back to "normal."

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 959 111 full Episode 110: A New Year Episode 110: A New Year https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-110-a-new-year/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-110-a-new-year/#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:09:38 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/673a9ff7-2c90-3447-8b7d-7711e1c535aa With today's podcast we discuss the idea of a "New Year," and the implications for our spiritual life when we can actually make a new beginning, a rediscovery of the perennial truth and reality of our Salvation.

]]> With today's podcast we discuss the idea of a "New Year," and the implications for our spiritual life when we can actually make a new beginning, a rediscovery of the perennial truth and reality of our Salvation.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1060 110 full Episode 109: The Love of Christ Episode 109: The Love of Christ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-109-the-love-of-christ/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-109-the-love-of-christ/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/54fe6625-7e8d-37b0-826e-f2d51f61f01e On this Christmas Eve, we consider the Love represented by the fourth candle of the Advent wreath, which is the perfect Love of Christ.

]]> On this Christmas Eve, we consider the Love represented by the fourth candle of the Advent wreath, which is the perfect Love of Christ.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 998 109 full Episode 108: The Joy of Expectation Episode 108: The Joy of Expectation https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-108-the-joy-of-expectation/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-108-the-joy-of-expectation/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/cf2be618-8281-305f-8c96-7fb32d608fe3 In this episode we focus our attention upon the third candle of the Advent wreath, and the Joy which He gives us to taste now, in anticipation of the completion of that Joy in His Presence.

]]> In this episode we focus our attention upon the third candle of the Advent wreath, and the Joy which He gives us to taste now, in anticipation of the completion of that Joy in His Presence.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1039 108 full Episode 107: The Prince of Peace Episode 107: The Prince of Peace https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-107-the-prince-of-peace/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-107-the-prince-of-peace/#comments Wed, 10 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/764b93a0-329c-3b74-b0f3-918706465360 In this episode we focus our attention upon the second candle of the Advent wreath, and the Peace which it reminds us that Christ our King and Good Shepherd is coming to bring.

]]> In this episode we focus our attention upon the second candle of the Advent wreath, and the Peace which it reminds us that Christ our King and Good Shepherd is coming to bring.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1129 107 full Episode 106: The Hope of His Coming Episode 106: The Hope of His Coming https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-106-the-hope-of-his-coming/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-106-the-hope-of-his-coming/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/c29984ea-8936-32d8-b653-72ea7a0cd428 In this episode we focus our attention upon the first candle of the Advent wreath, and the virtue of Hope for the "Advent," the "coming" of our Savior, of which it reminds us.

]]> In this episode we focus our attention upon the first candle of the Advent wreath, and the virtue of Hope for the "Advent," the "coming" of our Savior, of which it reminds us.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1100 106 full Episode 105: The Art of Listening Episode 105: The Art of Listening https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-105-the-art-of-listening/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-105-the-art-of-listening/#comments Wed, 26 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/d91ef0e3-ec68-3b54-bf73-290e0032b026 In this episode we discuss the art of listening, considering in particular Mortimer Adler's caution that we be diligent in making sure we understand what the other person is actually saying, before we agree or disagree.

]]> In this episode we discuss the art of listening, considering in particular Mortimer Adler's caution that we be diligent in making sure we understand what the other person is actually saying, before we agree or disagree.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1084 105 full Episode 104: The Holy Mass (20/20): Go! Episode 104: The Holy Mass (20/20): Go! https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-104-the-holy-mass-2020-go/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-104-the-holy-mass-2020-go/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/f5738df8-0862-3ad5-a7ea-36f73f23dd5e The second year of the Spiraling Upwards Podcast concludes today with the completion of our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass, considering the commission given in the final words of the Mass "Ite, missa est!" "Go, it is sent!" 

]]> The second year of the Spiraling Upwards Podcast concludes today with the completion of our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass, considering the commission given in the final words of the Mass "Ite, missa est!" "Go, it is sent!" 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 922 104 full Episode 103: The Holy Mass (19/20): Holy Communion Episode 103: The Holy Mass (19/20): Holy Communion https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-103-the-holy-mass-1920-holy-communion/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-103-the-holy-mass-1920-holy-communion/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/bf9d8080-9074-3062-9985-7b4d21717697 In this penultimate episode of our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass, we meditate on what it means to receive Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, by which our souls are nourished with the very life of God.

]]> In this penultimate episode of our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass, we meditate on what it means to receive Holy Communion in the Catholic Church, by which our souls are nourished with the very life of God.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 968 103 full Episode 102: The Holy Mass (18/20): Agnus Dei Episode 102: The Holy Mass (18/20): Agnus Dei https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-102-the-holy-mass-1820-agnus-dei/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-102-the-holy-mass-1820-agnus-dei/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/7bcadacd-d6b7-3ef1-b0b2-d48e358dfacc In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Agnus Dei, by which we are given the grace to hear John the Baptist's Proclamation of our Paschal Lamb, and to respond with humility and trust.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Agnus Dei, by which we are given the grace to hear John the Baptist's Proclamation of our Paschal Lamb, and to respond with humility and trust.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1001 102 full Episode 101: The Holy Mass (17/20): Peace of the Lord Episode 101: The Holy Mass (17/20): Peace of the Lord https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-101-the-holy-mass-1720-peace-of-the-lord/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-101-the-holy-mass-1720-peace-of-the-lord/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2025 20:01:22 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/8d50331a-ebc5-3fbe-bb21-92e25093c3ae In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Prayer for Peace and the Sign of Peace, by which are reminded that it is sin, and not the Faith of the Church, that causes division and strife in the world.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Prayer for Peace and the Sign of Peace, by which are reminded that it is sin, and not the Faith of the Church, that causes division and strife in the world.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1035 101 full Episode 100: The Holy Mass (16/20): Our Father Episode 100: The Holy Mass (16/20): Our Father https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-100-the-holy-mass-1620-our-father/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-100-the-holy-mass-1620-our-father/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/265e3496-a14b-3cfe-afaf-23b8ccef5e39 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Our Father, considering what it means to pray this, the perfect prayer, in the very presence of the Lord who gave it to us.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Our Father, considering what it means to pray this, the perfect prayer, in the very presence of the Lord who gave it to us.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 914 100 full Episode 99: The Holy Mass (15/20): Doxology Episode 99: The Holy Mass (15/20): Doxology https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-99-the-holy-mass-part-15-doxology/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-99-the-holy-mass-part-15-doxology/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/5e6f4302-4e3c-3dc5-aa2d-dca8efdd9b34 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Doxology, which concludes the Eucharistic Prayer and expresses our wonder at giving God all honor and glory!

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Doxology, which concludes the Eucharistic Prayer and expresses our wonder at giving God all honor and glory!

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1042 99 full Episode 98: The Holy Mass (14/20): Mystery of Faith Episode 98: The Holy Mass (14/20): Mystery of Faith https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-98-the-holy-mass-part-14-mystery-of-faith/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-98-the-holy-mass-part-14-mystery-of-faith/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/50fa21f6-cd1e-3821-b715-8ae9303bf669 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with a consideration of the Mystery of our Faith.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with a consideration of the Mystery of our Faith.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1084 98 full Episode 97: The Holy Mass (13/20): Canon of the Mass Episode 97: The Holy Mass (13/20): Canon of the Mass https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-97-the-holy-mass-part-13-the-canon-of-the-mass/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-97-the-holy-mass-part-13-the-canon-of-the-mass/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/70f7c506-ebd6-3824-a7a0-b4724af72269 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the beginning of the Eucharistic Canon, leading up to the Consecration of the Most Holy Eucharist.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the beginning of the Eucharistic Canon, leading up to the Consecration of the Most Holy Eucharist.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 982 97 full Episode 96: The Holy Mass (12/20): Sanctus Episode 96: The Holy Mass (12/20): Sanctus https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-96-the-holy-mass-part-12-sanctus/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-96-the-holy-mass-part-12-sanctus/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/15294a53-34eb-34df-9b14-57d6f18f7f4d In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the singing of the Sanctus, as we join with the mighty host of angels in their everlasting hymn of praise.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the singing of the Sanctus, as we join with the mighty host of angels in their everlasting hymn of praise.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 957 96 full Episode 95: The Holy Mass (11/20): Preface Episode 95: The Holy Mass (11/20): Preface https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-95-the-holy-mass-part-11-preface/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-95-the-holy-mass-part-11-preface/#comments Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/adb1c9d6-4d41-36dd-8872-808e682870bc In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Preface, as we ready our hearts for the Holy Sacrifice by raising them toward the Lord in thanksgiving.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Preface, as we ready our hearts for the Holy Sacrifice by raising them toward the Lord in thanksgiving.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1015 95 full Episode 94: The Holy Mass (10/20): Orate, Fratres! Episode 94: The Holy Mass (10/20): Orate, Fratres! https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-94-the-holy-mass-part-10-orate-fratres/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-94-the-holy-mass-part-10-orate-fratres/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/372aa265-1c66-3705-8cd4-523d98cf7b11 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the "Orate, Fratres," by which the people are reminded just how important is their assistance at the Holy Sacrifice.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the "Orate, Fratres," by which the people are reminded just how important is their assistance at the Holy Sacrifice.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1010 94 full Episode 93: The Holy Mass (9/20): Offertory Episode 93: The Holy Mass (9/20): Offertory https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-93-the-holy-mass-part-9-offertory/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-93-the-holy-mass-part-9-offertory/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/d9087a2e-d2b2-358c-9bb7-17eaa2fcaa8a In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Offertory, by which we offer ourselves together with the unblemished host to be made into a holy sacrifice to God.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Offertory, by which we offer ourselves together with the unblemished host to be made into a holy sacrifice to God.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 939 93 full Episode 92: The Holy Mass (8/20): Creed Episode 92: The Holy Mass (8/20): Creed https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-92-the-holy-mass-part-8-creed/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-92-the-holy-mass-part-8-creed/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/1fd39012-541d-394c-abde-9d2c75e3cd00 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Creed, by which we profess the totality of what God has revealed in order to draw us into the depth of His Wisdom and Love.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Creed, by which we profess the totality of what God has revealed in order to draw us into the depth of His Wisdom and Love.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 914 92 full Episode 91: The Holy Mass (7/20): Homily Episode 91: The Holy Mass (7/20): Homily https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-91-the-holy-mass-part-7-homily/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-91-the-holy-mass-part-7-homily/#comments Wed, 20 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/0bb24ded-6c42-3459-859a-9691debd932f In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Homily, the "living commentary" which God uses to deepen our understanding of the Scriptures proclaimed, and to give them a greater efficacy in our daily lives.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Homily, the "living commentary" which God uses to deepen our understanding of the Scriptures proclaimed, and to give them a greater efficacy in our daily lives.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1022 91 full Episode 90: The Holy Mass (6/20): Word of the Lord Episode 90: The Holy Mass (6/20): Word of the Lord https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-90-the-holy-mass-part-6-word-of-the-lord/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-90-the-holy-mass-part-6-word-of-the-lord/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/959fb4bc-4901-3f55-bc0b-476de45f5ba2 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Proclamation of the Scriptures, by which our hearts are cleansed and made ready to receive the Lord Himself.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Proclamation of the Scriptures, by which our hearts are cleansed and made ready to receive the Lord Himself.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1048 90 full Episode 89: The Holy Mass (5/20): Collect Episode 89: The Holy Mass (5/20): Collect https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-89-the-holy-mass-part-5-collect/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-89-the-holy-mass-part-5-collect/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/121bd415-db94-3cc6-976e-2d2387cb7dff In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Collect, by which Jesus Christ, through the priest, draws together the prayers of the Universal Church, and offers them to the Father.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Collect, by which Jesus Christ, through the priest, draws together the prayers of the Universal Church, and offers them to the Father.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1004 89 full Episode 88: The Holy Mass (4/20): Gloria Episode 88: The Holy Mass (4/20): Gloria https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-88-the-holy-mass-part-4-gloria/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-88-the-holy-mass-part-4-gloria/#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/6b5b0aed-a19b-3892-89a3-f46295bae078 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Gloria, by which we join the herald angels in their proclamation of joy at the coming of Jesus Christ into the world.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Gloria, by which we join the herald angels in their proclamation of joy at the coming of Jesus Christ into the world.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1016 88 full Episode 87: The Holy Mass (3/20): Penitential Act Episode 87: The Holy Mass (3/20): Penitential Act https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-87-the-holy-mass-part-3-penitential-act/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-87-the-holy-mass-part-3-penitential-act/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/36f2af21-3e8a-39d4-a74b-8476b42691f4 In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Penitential Act, by which we express our great sorrow for sin and our desire for God's incredible mercy.

]]> In this episode we continue our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Penitential Act, by which we express our great sorrow for sin and our desire for God's incredible mercy.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 938 87 full Episode 86: The Holy Mass (2/20): Introductory Rites Episode 86: The Holy Mass (2/20): Introductory Rites https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-86-the-holy-mass-part-2-introductory-rites/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-86-the-holy-mass-part-2-introductory-rites/#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/eb0558f9-2762-3f7f-9f04-8808fc0884fe In this episode we begin our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Introductory Rites, by which we are called into the presence of the Lord in a striking way.

]]> In this episode we begin our prayerful walk through the Holy Mass with the Introductory Rites, by which we are called into the presence of the Lord in a striking way.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 967 86 full Episode 85: The Holy Mass (1/20): A Brief Overview Episode 85: The Holy Mass (1/20): A Brief Overview https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-85-the-holy-mass-part-1-a-brief-overview/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-85-the-holy-mass-part-1-a-brief-overview/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/b9565b08-ca3c-327d-a866-0818cbb1ee19 Fr. Robert Healey false No 724 85 full Episode 84: Spiritual & Sacramental Communion Episode 84: Spiritual & Sacramental Communion https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-84-spiritual-sacramental-communion/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-84-spiritual-sacramental-communion/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/184cc381-a02c-3533-b807-fd47bc838f41 Continuing last week's discussion, today we discuss the idea of Spiritual Communion, considered of itself and in connection with Sacramental Communion.

]]> Continuing last week's discussion, today we discuss the idea of Spiritual Communion, considered of itself and in connection with Sacramental Communion.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 912 84 full Episode 83: Communion with God Episode 83: Communion with God https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-83-communion-with-god/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-83-communion-with-god/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/d37ce458-aa2c-3fe3-9561-917393ef38f7 Fr. Robert Healey false No 1144 83 full Episode 82: Union with God, Part 2 Episode 82: Union with God, Part 2 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-82-union-with-god-part-2/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-82-union-with-god-part-2/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/6ec45c2a-ce44-36df-83b8-6153733092b4 Fr. Robert Healey false No 940 82 full Episode 81: Union with God, Part 1 Episode 81: Union with God, Part 1 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-81-union-with-god-part-1/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-81-union-with-god-part-1/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/a87a9816-5862-3b29-8b48-c19366510ce1 Fr. Robert Healey false No 1078 81 full Episode 80: The Seven Best Gifts Episode 80: The Seven Best Gifts https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-80-the-seven-best-gifts/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-80-the-seven-best-gifts/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/86131e54-be93-3504-ada2-7470e7a3de56 Continuing last week's discussion of the Holy Spirit Novena, we consider in more detail the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit which we are asking God to pour in ever greater abundance upon His Church.

]]> Continuing last week's discussion of the Holy Spirit Novena, we consider in more detail the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit which we are asking God to pour in ever greater abundance upon His Church.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 982 80 full Episode 79: The Original Novena Episode 79: The Original Novena https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-79-the-original-novena/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-79-the-original-novena/#comments Wed, 28 May 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/d2e4a46d-d72b-397e-84dd-5fd4fb476de5 In this episode we discuss the reason for the nine days of prayer from Ascension Thursday to the Feast of Pentecost, and the reasons why we should join our prayers to this, the original novena.

]]> In this episode we discuss the reason for the nine days of prayer from Ascension Thursday to the Feast of Pentecost, and the reasons why we should join our prayers to this, the original novena.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1141 79 full Episode 78: What is a "Proclamation"? Episode 78: What is a "Proclamation"? https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-78-what-is-a-proclamation/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-78-what-is-a-proclamation/#comments Wed, 21 May 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/40434be1-c983-37d8-b368-7830edcf749a In this episode we discuss what it means to proclaim the Gospel, as heralds speaking something forward into the world, and not merely trying to live a silent witness to faith.

]]> In this episode we discuss what it means to proclaim the Gospel, as heralds speaking something forward into the world, and not merely trying to live a silent witness to faith.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1150 78 full Episode 77: How to Proclaim Jesus Christ Episode 77: How to Proclaim Jesus Christ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-77-how-to-proclaim-jesus-christ/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-77-how-to-proclaim-jesus-christ/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/9d7759fe-6f15-39ef-ac21-807c7dedd4fa In this episode we discuss the difference between a notional grasp of religious doctrines, and the heartfelt assent to the truths which the doctrines so carefully defend. 

]]> In this episode we discuss the difference between a notional grasp of religious doctrines, and the heartfelt assent to the truths which the doctrines so carefully defend. 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1081 77 full Episode 76: Christian Faith and the Pope Episode 76: Christian Faith and the Pope https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-76-christian-faith-and-the-pope/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-76-christian-faith-and-the-pope/#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/ce60b3fb-2964-340f-a17f-4a98026dfa64 In this episode, we discuss why the papacy, and the whole process of selection of a new pope, is so important for our faith in Jesus Christ.

]]> In this episode, we discuss why the papacy, and the whole process of selection of a new pope, is so important for our faith in Jesus Christ.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1097 76 full Episode 75: Light and Darkness Episode 75: Light and Darkness https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-75-light-and-darkness/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-75-light-and-darkness/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/91a27dd0-3d57-3fcd-b56d-3e481579d7d4 In this episode we consider the positive reality of light, in comparison with the absence of light that we call darkness, so as better to understand how to move from a profitable Lent to a profitable Easter.

]]> In this episode we consider the positive reality of light, in comparison with the absence of light that we call darkness, so as better to understand how to move from a profitable Lent to a profitable Easter.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1031 75 full Episode 74: The Joy of God's Mercy Episode 74: The Joy of God's Mercy https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-74-the-joy-of-gods-mercy/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-74-the-joy-of-gods-mercy/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2bbfa76e-3239-333d-ba7d-02d1a8312d65 This episode explores the real relation between joy and mercy in God's plan of salvation, and the integral unity between the Cross and the Resurrection.

]]> This episode explores the real relation between joy and mercy in God's plan of salvation, and the integral unity between the Cross and the Resurrection.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1113 74 full Episode 73: Lenten Meditation 6 - The Crucifixion Episode 73: Lenten Meditation 6 - The Crucifixion https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-73-lenten-meditation-6-the-crucifixion/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-73-lenten-meditation-6-the-crucifixion/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/422752ed-5495-3ed6-a452-4a607fa5a541 Fr. Robert Healey false No 1115 73 full Episode 72: Lenten Meditation 5 - The Carrying of the Cross Episode 72: Lenten Meditation 5 - The Carrying of the Cross https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-71-lenten-meditation-5-the-carrying-of-the-cross/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-71-lenten-meditation-5-the-carrying-of-the-cross/#comments Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/f66a1bd5-70b0-32bc-82b8-5569aa14fb3e This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Fourth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Carrying of the Cross.

]]> This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Fourth Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Carrying of the Cross.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1159 72 full Episode 71: Lenten Meditation 4 - The Crowning with Thorns Episode 71: Lenten Meditation 4 - The Crowning with Thorns https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-71-lenten-meditation-4-the-crowning-with-thorns/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-71-lenten-meditation-4-the-crowning-with-thorns/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/33771627-1f9c-387e-a7d6-79f839bddd83 This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Third Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crowning with Thorns.

]]> This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Third Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Crowning with Thorns.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 786 71 full Episode 70: Lenten Meditation 3 - The Scourging at the Pillar Episode 70: Lenten Meditation 3 - The Scourging at the Pillar https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-70-lenten-meditation-3-the-scourging-at-the-pillar/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-70-lenten-meditation-3-the-scourging-at-the-pillar/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/595cd405-b86c-35c0-88fd-8e7ba33b82ad This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Second Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Scourging at the Pillar.

]]> This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the Second Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Scourging at the Pillar.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1007 70 full Episode 69: Lenten Meditation 2 - The Agony in the Garden Episode 69: Lenten Meditation 2 - The Agony in the Garden https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-69-lenten-meditation-2-the-agony-in-the-garden/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-69-lenten-meditation-2-the-agony-in-the-garden/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2bd1ee74-87d3-395f-b27a-de8112ce19be This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the First Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Agony in the Garden.

]]> This episode continues our meditations on our Lord's Passion, with a meditation on the First Sorrowful Mystery of the Rosary, the Agony in the Garden.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1039 69 full Episode 68: Lenten Meditation 1 - The Last Supper Episode 68: Lenten Meditation 1 - The Last Supper https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-68-lenten-mediation-1-the-last-supper/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-68-lenten-mediation-1-the-last-supper/#comments Wed, 12 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/7af68fc9-c317-3303-9e98-b598cfce0352 This episode introduces a series of meditations on the Passion of our Lord through the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, beginning with today's initial meditation on the Last Supper.

]]> This episode introduces a series of meditations on the Passion of our Lord through the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary, beginning with today's initial meditation on the Last Supper.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1092 68 full Episode 67: Why Do Spiritual Reading? Episode 67: Why Do Spiritual Reading? https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-67-why-do-spiritual-reading/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-67-why-do-spiritual-reading/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2b310722-1f5a-3576-8982-360330fecc41 This episode discusses specific motives for reading spiritual literature, so as to come to a better idea of what to read, given the impact it can have on one's faith and one's prayer life.

]]> This episode discusses specific motives for reading spiritual literature, so as to come to a better idea of what to read, given the impact it can have on one's faith and one's prayer life.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 988 67 full Episode 66: What is Spiritual Reading? Episode 66: What is Spiritual Reading? https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-66-what-is-spiritual-reading/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-66-what-is-spiritual-reading/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/737eff3e-73e7-36c0-a46c-69bd5437833a In this episode, we open the subject of Spiritual Reading with some thoughts on what Spiritual Reading itself is, under the principle that unless we know what it is, we will not do it very well.

]]> In this episode, we open the subject of Spiritual Reading with some thoughts on what Spiritual Reading itself is, under the principle that unless we know what it is, we will not do it very well.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 975 66 full Episode 65: Forming the Imagination Episode 65: Forming the Imagination https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-65-forming-the-imagination/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-65-forming-the-imagination/#comments Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e9e73c58-66b0-304c-81bb-b2a362966b80 In this episode we discuss the importance of reading material that will really benefit us, especially with regard to the proper formation of the imagination in accord with reality.

]]> In this episode we discuss the importance of reading material that will really benefit us, especially with regard to the proper formation of the imagination in accord with reality.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1032 65 full Episode 64: Reading, Part 3 Episode 64: Reading, Part 3 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-64-reading-part-3/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-64-reading-part-3/#comments Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/65e3580d-942e-3656-8731-e45912f44fd8 Continuing, with the idea that it may be useful to read through a book as a Category 3 book, in order to see the whole, and then to come back to it for study (Category 2) or contemplation (Category 1).

]]> Continuing, with the idea that it may be useful to read through a book as a Category 3 book, in order to see the whole, and then to come back to it for study (Category 2) or contemplation (Category 1).

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 997 64 full Episode 63: Reading, Part 2 Episode 63: Reading, Part 2 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-63-reading-part-2/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-63-reading-part-2/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/a7da9b84-5302-342f-b424-091968a58648 We continue last week's discussion of the three categories of books, and how a book or story may move from one category to another (e.g. the story of David and Goliath).

]]> We continue last week's discussion of the three categories of books, and how a book or story may move from one category to another (e.g. the story of David and Goliath).

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 915 63 full Episode 62: Reading, Part 1 Episode 62: Reading, Part 1 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-62-reading-part-1/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-62-reading-part-1/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/2acebc43-9e81-346b-ae67-7a0e3b13ab3e In this episode we discuss the widespread difficulty people have with reading, and introduce a method of categorizing books according to the different motives we have for reading them.

]]> In this episode we discuss the widespread difficulty people have with reading, and introduce a method of categorizing books according to the different motives we have for reading them.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 926 62 full Episode 61: The Culture of Life Episode 61: The Culture of Life https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-61-the-culture-of-life/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-61-the-culture-of-life/#comments Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/f62a0a39-3205-3099-a891-25cfd8db7274 On this National Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Unborn, this episode discusses the healing that our world needs from the deeper effects of Roe v. Wade.

]]> On this National Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Unborn, this episode discusses the healing that our world needs from the deeper effects of Roe v. Wade.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1129 61 full Episode 60: A Time for Order Episode 60: A Time for Order https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-60-a-time-for-order/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-60-a-time-for-order/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/1f431894-55ce-3b2d-8a7d-95a1c6d32c28 In this episode we explore the word "order," and what it means both for our lives and for the season of "Ordinary Time" which we have entered into.

]]> In this episode we explore the word "order," and what it means both for our lives and for the season of "Ordinary Time" which we have entered into.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1114 60 full Episode 59: Bringing Peace into the Storm Episode 59: Bringing Peace into the Storm https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-59-bringing-peace-into-the-storm/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-59-bringing-peace-into-the-storm/#comments Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/1f4c1746-6b73-3942-a045-a0a99bcdb522 This episode discusses the mystery of Christ's coming into the world in the context of the Gospel passage from today's Mass, the story of the Storm on the Sea of Galilee.

]]> This episode discusses the mystery of Christ's coming into the world in the context of the Gospel passage from today's Mass, the story of the Storm on the Sea of Galilee.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1018 59 full Episode 58: "My True Love Gave to Me..." Episode 58: "My True Love Gave to Me..." https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-58-my-true-love-gave-to-me/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-58-my-true-love-gave-to-me/#comments Wed, 01 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/f9106b88-b595-3351-ad8a-f18d9c34a7bf On the 8th Day of Christmas, we consider how our True Love, the Child Jesus, has given to us the joy of getting to use that gift which He Himself received this day: the gift of His Holy Name!

]]> On the 8th Day of Christmas, we consider how our True Love, the Child Jesus, has given to us the joy of getting to use that gift which He Himself received this day: the gift of His Holy Name!

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 915 58 full Episode 57: The Savior of the Whole World Episode 57: The Savior of the Whole World https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-57-the-savior-of-the-whole-world/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-57-the-savior-of-the-whole-world/#comments Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/64477d35-6738-3c6a-ac8d-2e4c6d632de1 In this episode for Christmas Day, we reflect on the idea of "saving" someone, and what it means for us to say that Jesus is the Savior of the world.

]]> In this episode for Christmas Day, we reflect on the idea of "saving" someone, and what it means for us to say that Jesus is the Savior of the world.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 963 57 full Episode 56: Longing to See His Face Episode 56: Longing to See His Face https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-56-longing-to-see-his-face/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-56-longing-to-see-his-face/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/19436f3e-8366-3a1e-bebd-4c8ce5fbf47f Continuing last week's idea of pondering over the mysteries of the life of Jesus Christ through Mary's constant faith, we consider today her unwavering hope, and her longing for to see His face.

]]> Continuing last week's idea of pondering over the mysteries of the life of Jesus Christ through Mary's constant faith, we consider today her unwavering hope, and her longing for to see His face.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1039 56 full Episode 55: Pondering with Mary Episode 55: Pondering with Mary https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-55-pondering-with-mary/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-55-pondering-with-mary/#comments Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/a3b72a7c-1b9d-353b-8f84-b52d2abca36f In this episode, we consider the affect which the miraculous conception of Jesus in the womb of the Virgin Mary had upon her faith in God and her prayer.

]]> In this episode, we consider the affect which the miraculous conception of Jesus in the womb of the Virgin Mary had upon her faith in God and her prayer.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1175 55 full Episode 54: Response to the Gift Episode 54: Response to the Gift https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-54-response-to-the-gift/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-54-response-to-the-gift/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/92b0117c-d26a-389c-a4d9-dc373a1240a0 Continuing the prior discussion of gratitude, this episode hones in on the question of making an adequate response of gratitude to God for what He has given to us.

]]> Continuing the prior discussion of gratitude, this episode hones in on the question of making an adequate response of gratitude to God for what He has given to us.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1073 54 full Episode 53: Reflecting on Gratitude Episode 53: Reflecting on Gratitude https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-53-reflecting-on-gratitude/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-53-reflecting-on-gratitude/#comments Wed, 27 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/88a7825d-c562-383e-87d0-96fd915c7735 On this First Anniversary of the launch of Spiraling Upwards, we consider what we have to be grateful for, especially as regards the gift of faith, and what gratitude itself is in response to a gift.

]]> On this First Anniversary of the launch of Spiraling Upwards, we consider what we have to be grateful for, especially as regards the gift of faith, and what gratitude itself is in response to a gift.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1030 53 full Episode 52: Christ, Our King Episode 52: Christ, Our King https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-52-christ-our-king/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-52-christ-our-king/#comments Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/98ebf3e8-5f1a-3188-bc0e-ca6cc36982b2 In preparation for the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, we discuss what it means to say that Jesus is a king, and even more, to say he is our king.

]]> In preparation for the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, we discuss what it means to say that Jesus is a king, and even more, to say he is our king.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 987 52 full Episode 51: "Love Your Enemies" Episode 51: "Love Your Enemies" https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-51-love-your-enemies/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-51-love-your-enemies/#comments Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/4cd94ac6-f658-38e5-a2b3-f27041dbb0cd In this episode we consider our Lord's teaching about loving our enemies, and the power of prayer in repairing the harm done by sin both in our own hearts and in the hearts of others.

]]> In this episode we consider our Lord's teaching about loving our enemies, and the power of prayer in repairing the harm done by sin both in our own hearts and in the hearts of others.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1127 51 full Episode 50: Intercessory Prayer Episode 50: Intercessory Prayer https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-50-intercessory-prayer/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-50-intercessory-prayer/#comments Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0600 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/a66ab0b1-cc1a-3a96-904c-87074f96ab0e In this episode, we discuss the importance of praying for others, as a spiritual work of mercy, especially for the Poor Souls in Purgatory, and for the conversion of sinners. 

]]> In this episode, we discuss the importance of praying for others, as a spiritual work of mercy, especially for the Poor Souls in Purgatory, and for the conversion of sinners. 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 908 50 full Episode 49: Celebrating "All Hallows Day" Episode 49: Celebrating "All Hallows Day" https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-49-celebrating-all-hallows-day/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-49-celebrating-all-hallows-day/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/84db7244-c933-32a0-82d2-0121cd989aee In this episode we speak about the Feast of All Saints Day (Nov. 1), and its relation to the festivities of the evening before. 

]]> In this episode we speak about the Feast of All Saints Day (Nov. 1), and its relation to the festivities of the evening before. 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 952 49 full Episode 48: Chastity and Its Opposites Episode 48: Chastity and Its Opposites https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-48-chastity-and-its-opposites/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-48-chastity-and-its-opposites/#comments Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/591412ce-aa01-36d6-8318-8c835b591e18 In this episode we discuss the nature of Chastity (or the Virtue of Purity), in contrast to its two opposites, the deficiency which is Impurity, and the counterfeit which we see in Puritanism.

]]> In this episode we discuss the nature of Chastity (or the Virtue of Purity), in contrast to its two opposites, the deficiency which is Impurity, and the counterfeit which we see in Puritanism.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 926 48 full Episode 47: Love and Its Opposites Episode 47: Love and Its Opposites https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-47-love-and-its-opposites/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-47-love-and-its-opposites/#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/b1092819-67ff-36e3-a89d-aa9bd0ee1b5d In this episode we discuss the nature of Love (or Charity) itself, in contrast to certain vices which stand opposed to it, which might be called Hatred/Malice, Indifference and Self-Love.

]]> In this episode we discuss the nature of Love (or Charity) itself, in contrast to certain vices which stand opposed to it, which might be called Hatred/Malice, Indifference and Self-Love.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 986 47 full Episode 46: Faith and Its Opposites, Part 2 Episode 46: Faith and Its Opposites, Part 2 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-46-faith-and-its-opposites-part-2/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-46-faith-and-its-opposites-part-2/#comments Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/bf178aba-261d-3e20-890e-0f07aa8f42df We continue last week's discussion of why authentic Faith is the direct assent to an infallible teacher, and only then in the truths taught, and also some vices opposed to Faith under different aspects.

]]> We continue last week's discussion of why authentic Faith is the direct assent to an infallible teacher, and only then in the truths taught, and also some vices opposed to Faith under different aspects.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1056 46 full Episode 45: Faith and Its Opposites, Part 1 Episode 45: Faith and Its Opposites, Part 1 https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-45-faith-and-its-opposites-part-1/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-45-faith-and-its-opposites-part-1/#comments Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/74b2fd6c-c182-3e3e-8e70-b73b8e291114 In this episode we discuss the nature of Faith itself, and introduce three vices which stand opposed to it, which might be called Infidelity, Apostacy and Heresy.

]]> In this episode we discuss the nature of Faith itself, and introduce three vices which stand opposed to it, which might be called Infidelity, Apostacy and Heresy.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1073 45 full Episode 44: Hope and Its Opposites Episode 44: Hope and Its Opposites https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-44-hope-and-its-opposites/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-44-hope-and-its-opposites/#comments Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/fe2663c5-ab4d-30e3-9c0e-7f441f1f492a In this episode we begin a new series on particular virtues, by considering the virtue of Hope, and it's two opposing vices, which are Despair and Presumption.

]]> In this episode we begin a new series on particular virtues, by considering the virtue of Hope, and it's two opposing vices, which are Despair and Presumption.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1064 44 full Episode 43: Being Purged of Sin Episode 43: Being Purged of Sin https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-43-being-purged-of-sin/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-43-being-purged-of-sin/#comments Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/cf515ed5-ce4f-3b49-af77-a7c90ab25b67 In this episode we discuss the Catholic understanding of Purgatory, as a place of purifying the souls of those who die in a state of grace, but not yet perfected in charity.

]]> In this episode we discuss the Catholic understanding of Purgatory, as a place of purifying the souls of those who die in a state of grace, but not yet perfected in charity.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1110 43 full Episode 42: Desiring Heaven Episode 42: Desiring Heaven https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-42-desiring-heaven/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-42-desiring-heaven/#comments Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/662b313d-9a58-3bb7-84bf-13cd89c82c03 In this episode we consider the Christian idea of Heaven, which we long for particularly under the aspect of being caught up into the joy of God for all eternity. 

]]> In this episode we consider the Christian idea of Heaven, which we long for particularly under the aspect of being caught up into the joy of God for all eternity. 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 927 42 full Episode 41: What Happens After Death? Episode 41: What Happens After Death? https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-41-what-happens-after-death/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-41-what-happens-after-death/#comments Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/0775fdff-088f-33bd-9d40-17824b19f390 In this episode, we delve into the question of what happens to people when they die, not just by way of eternal destiny, but by way of continuing to exist.

]]> In this episode, we delve into the question of what happens to people when they die, not just by way of eternal destiny, but by way of continuing to exist.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 964 41 full Episode 40: Why We Love Mary Episode 40: Why We Love Mary https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-40-why-we-love-mary/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-40-why-we-love-mary/#comments Wed, 28 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/54373840-a58b-3f99-af87-bfcb95053e87 In the light of the Seven Words of Mary in Scripture, we open up the question of who the Virgin Mary is as a person, and what is her incredible importance for us and for the whole Universal Church.

]]> In the light of the Seven Words of Mary in Scripture, we open up the question of who the Virgin Mary is as a person, and what is her incredible importance for us and for the whole Universal Church.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1129 40 full Episode 39: The Communion of the Saints Episode 39: The Communion of the Saints https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-communion-of-the-saints/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-39-the-communion-of-the-saints/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/44543919-b009-3337-8247-3efe23ec7eb7 Fr. Robert Healey false No 1040 39 full Episode 38: Supplication Episode 38: Supplication https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-38-supplication/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-38-supplication/#comments Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/fb3526ad-eea7-348e-b003-90ccb1d1ea03 In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "supplication" or "petition," as the prayer by which we confide the desires of our hearts to the Lord, trusting Him to answer them as He knows that we truly need.

]]> In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "supplication" or "petition," as the prayer by which we confide the desires of our hearts to the Lord, trusting Him to answer them as He knows that we truly need.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1182 38 full Episode 37: Reparation Episode 37: Reparation https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-37-reparation/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-37-reparation/#comments Wed, 07 Aug 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/b634d497-8088-3bfb-b179-6e18f343695b In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "reparation" or "contrition," as the prayer by which we strive to make amends, by our love and sorrow, for the sins of the whole world.

]]> In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "reparation" or "contrition," as the prayer by which we strive to make amends, by our love and sorrow, for the sins of the whole world.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 900 37 full Episode 36: Thanksgiving Episode 36: Thanksgiving https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-36-thanksgiving/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-36-thanksgiving/#comments Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/fa508a5a-e8de-3204-b283-8fb8a2226c0e In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "thanksgiving," as the recognition of and response to the love of the Divine Giver.

]]> In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "thanksgiving," as the recognition of and response to the love of the Divine Giver.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1050 36 full Episode 35: Adoration Episode 35: Adoration https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-35-adoration/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-35-adoration/#comments Wed, 24 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/120b8a9c-0bac-30a4-ae95-a83d920ba359 In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "adoration" (latria), the loving worship paid to God alone, in its relation to the veneration (dulia/hyperdulia) that we give to His most excellent creatures.

]]> In this episode we look into that movement of prayer called "adoration" (latria), the loving worship paid to God alone, in its relation to the veneration (dulia/hyperdulia) that we give to His most excellent creatures.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1198 35 full Episode 34: The Four Movements of Prayer Episode 34: The Four Movements of Prayer https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-34-the-four-movements-of-prayer/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-34-the-four-movements-of-prayer/#comments Wed, 17 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/b6bea545-4b62-35c2-95c1-4384851adc63 Taking a deeper look at what prayer is, in its four movements of Adoration, Thanksgiving, Reparation and Supplication, so as to be better able "to do what we are doing."

]]> Taking a deeper look at what prayer is, in its four movements of Adoration, Thanksgiving, Reparation and Supplication, so as to be better able "to do what we are doing."

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1096 34 full Episode 33: Aridity in Prayer Episode 33: Aridity in Prayer https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-33-aridity-in-prayer/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-33-aridity-in-prayer/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/75f0f50b-c9b1-3477-9d81-dff27e415577 We continue our consideration of the main obstacles to our prayer, with a look at aridity or dryness in prayer, and how best to respond to it.

]]> We continue our consideration of the main obstacles to our prayer, with a look at aridity or dryness in prayer, and how best to respond to it.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1184 33 full Episode 32: Distraction in Prayer Episode 32: Distraction in Prayer https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-32-distraction-in-prayer/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-32-distraction-in-prayer/#comments Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/f1cda704-b276-3d5d-b98d-9d42da6fa3c7 In this episode, we begin to confront the main obstacles to that interior silence we need to hear God speak, with "distraction" which can be either voluntary and involuntary.

]]> In this episode, we begin to confront the main obstacles to that interior silence we need to hear God speak, with "distraction" which can be either voluntary and involuntary.

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 995 32 full Episode 31: Hearing God Speak, 6: The Critical Factor Episode 31: Hearing God Speak, 6: The Critical Factor https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-31-hearing-god-speak-6-the-critical-factor/ https://spiralingupwards.podbean.com/e/episode-31-hearing-god-speak-6-the-critical-factor/#comments Wed, 26 Jun 2024 20:00:00 -0500 spiralingupwards.podbean.com/aa52b203-2ef2-3ba3-b050-c213cbb8f645 We conclude our multi-part series on hearing the voice of God in daily life, by considering what is the essence of that silence we need in order to hear Him speak. 

]]> We conclude our multi-part series on hearing the voice of God in daily life, by considering what is the essence of that silence we need in order to hear Him speak. 

]]> Fr. Robert Healey false No 1000 31 full