Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the importance of "spiritual friendship or companionship". He discusses "heart-sharing" between spouses, but also in friendship with others. He give us models on how this can look. Fr. Scott also helps us to understand the difference between ordinary relationships and the unique gift of the "spiritual friendship". What is a healthy sharing relationship and what are the signs of unhealthy ones which we may want to avoid. The post SP#7 “The Heart to Heart Conversation with a Spiritual Companion” – The School of Prayer w/ Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

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SP#7 “The Heart to Heart Conversation with a Spiritual Companion” – The School of Prayer w/ Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about how God wants to have an intimate relationship with us. What is the dynamic of this relationship? He longs for us to freely give ourselves to Him. Fr. Scott talks about the gift of our imagination and what is true spiritual reality as opposed to fantasy. How do I tell the difference? What is the nature of the effect? Is it lasting or does it evaporate after the experience? Is Jesus in the center of the reality we are encountering? He describes the use of Lectio Divina, the praying with Sacred Scripture, that helps us to enter into the deeper relationship we are called to by God. Fr. Scott explains the difference between the Ignatian and Carmelite understandings of "contemplation". Is there an ordinary Catholic "mysticism"? Do we miss it? The post SP#6 – “The Difference between Spiritual Reality and Fantasy” – The School of Prayer with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#6 – “The Difference between Spiritual Reality and Fantasy” – The School of Prayer with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the fear of pain. He speaks of the difference between true and false suffering. The gaze of the Father transforms our pain. How do we invite Jesus into the heart of that pain? Fr. Scott helps us to recognize the "mine field" we navigate in our lives and how it affects our relationship with God, especially in prayer. He speaks abut the "hazards" in spiritual desolation. Jesus can "disarm" those "landmines", if we allow Him in. We should never travel in the "mine field" alone. Fr. Scott also talks about the importance of silence and discernment. To attend to moment of God's loving gaze. The post SP#5 – “The Hazards in Spiritual Desolation” – The School of Prayer with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#5 – “The Hazards in Spiritual Desolation” – The School of Prayer with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the suffering of fear.  Thoughts, feelings, and desires all come into play in our understanding of  this topic.  Wherever there is fear there dwells an experience of pain and wounding, which perfect love desires to heal.  The love of God is the remedy and our prayer opens the door to ... Read more The post SP#4 “The Suffering of Fear” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#4 “The Suffering of Fear” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor

SP#3 “Prayer in the Heart of Suffering” – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the darkness that can be found in our lives.  How can we experience the overwhelming love and mercy of God, even in our suffering?  How can we live out the teaching of St. ... Read more The post SP#3 “Prayer in the Heart of Suffering” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#3 “Prayer in the Heart of Suffering” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor

SP#2 “To Live Our Prayer in Union with Love” – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization Fr. Scott Traynor talks about how we have to do more than just talk about prayer.  He discusses how we must “live” our prayer  in the union of love within the heart of the Holy Trinity.  ... Read more The post SP#2 “To Live Our Prayer in Union with Love” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#2 “To Live Our Prayer in Union with Love” – The School of Prayer – with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about how God wants to have an intimate relationship with us. What is the dynamic of this relationship? He longs for us to freely give ourselves to Him. Fr. Scott talks about the gift of our imagination and what is true spiritual reality as opposed to fantasy. How do I tell the difference? What is the nature of the effect? Is it lasting or does it evaporate after the experience? Is Jesus in the center of the reality we are encountering? He describes the use of Lectio Divina, the praying with Sacred Scripture, that helps us to enter into the deeper relationship we are called to by God. Fr. Scott explains the difference between the Ignatian and Carmelite understandings of "contemplation". Is there an ordinary Catholic "mysticism"? Do we miss it? The post SP#6 “The Spiritual Director” The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#6 “The Spiritual Director” The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor begins this series on prayer by describing how Jesus Christ desires a deep personal relationship of the heart with each of us and how this is the true foundation for the New Evangelization. He discusses the adventure of the life of faith and the gifts the Father wishes to shower upon us in union with Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. He breaks open the reality of the indwelling Holy Spirit, who is the great teacher of prayer. Fr. Traynor encourages us to grow in union with Trinity through opening our hearts in prayer. The post SP#1 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#1 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about how we have to do more than just talk about prayer. He discusses how we must "live" our prayer in the union of love within the heart of the Holy Trinity. That is the goal of Christian prayer. He goes on to describe the very nature of the Holy Trinity....the relationship of love between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The post SP#2 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#2 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the darkness that can be found in our lives. How can we experience the overwhelming love and mercy of God, even in our suffering? How can we live out the teaching of St. Paul: Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice! The post SP#3 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#3 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the suffering of fear. Thoughts, feelings, and desires all come into play in our understanding of this topic. Wherever there is fear there dwells an experience of pain and wounding, which perfect love desires to heal. The love of God is the remedy and our prayer opens the door to healing and/or union with the One that loves perfectly. Our response in not trusting that love and areas of unforgiveness can be a block to that healing. How do we, in our united prayer with God, overcome this obstacle? The post SP#4 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#4 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the fear of pain. He speaks of the difference between true and false suffering. The gaze of the Father transforms our pain. How do we invite Jesus into the heart of that pain? Fr. Scott helps us to recognize the "mine field" we navigate in our lives and how it affects our relationship with God, especially in prayer. He speaks abut the "hazards" in spiritual desolation. Jesus can "disarm" those "landmines", if we allow Him in. We should never travel in the "mine field" alone. Fr. Scott also talks about the importance of silence and discernment. The post SP#5 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#5 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the importance of "spiritual friendship or companionship". He discusses "heart-sharing" between spouses, but also in friendship with others. He give us models on how this can look. Fr. Scott also helps us to understand the difference between ordinary relationships and the unique gift of the "spiritual friendship". What is a healthy sharing relationship and what are the signs of unhealthy ones which we may want to avoid. The post SP#7 “The Heart to Heart Conversation with a Spiritual Companion” – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#7 “The Heart to Heart Conversation with a Spiritual Companion” – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization with Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the relationship between our personal prayer and the sacramental life of prayer of the Church. There is so much to encounter when we open up our hearts and minds to the experience of prayer found in the public worship of the Church. Using the "ARRRR" method (Acknowledge, Relate, Recieve, and Respond) to enhance our prayer during the liturgy. The post SP#8 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#8 The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization

Fr. Scott Traynor talks about the hallmarks of encounter with the Holy Spirit and what can be a deception. How can the keys to good discernment effect my service to the Church and to the World. What is the difference between "managing and/or deciding" and authentic "discernment"? What is wrong with the phrase "What Would Jesus Do?". The better question is "Jesus, What ARE you doing?". Listening is the key for not only the one discerning. How does the "school of prayer", the parish, becomes an aid to the seeker. How is the pastor a part of the process? The post SP#9 The Keys to Good Discernment – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization w/Fr. Scott Traynor appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

SP#9 The Keys to Good Discernment – The School of Prayer: Foundations for the New Evangelization w/Fr. Scott Traynor

Fr. Scott Traynor instructs in the School of Prayer

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