LISTEN TO THE WORD THAT CALLS YOUR ATTENTION
Practice contemplative living through paying attention to resonant words that can help us delve into the depths of our inner self. We unveil and immerse in words that speak to our heart in everyday encounters, heartfelt conversations, and captivating books. Our featured guests graciously share their word, how it called their attention, and what it personally means to them. Immerse yourself in the unhurried rhythm of attentive listening, allowing these words to guide and inspire. Share your own soul-stirring words, too!
Episode 1:
Friendship
by Alvin Baldovino
"Friendship with Jesus is central. It's part of facing my everyday decisions, the work I'm pursuing, how I relate with myself, others, and God."
Episode 2:
Willingness
by Rani Jovellanos-Baldovino
"Obedience is not my strongest suit. If there is a slight opening for willingness in my willfulness, Lord, please take over."
Episode 3:
Sit in the Wild Silence
by Christine Valters Paintner
"Let yourself surrender to the moment, to trust in the stillness, to trust in the silence that surrounds you, to let this time of rest and healing be a gift."
Episode 4:
Crumble
by Richard Bruxvoort Colligan
"Is there anything in me that is ready to deteriorate? Is there any armor that I really don't need to protect myself, that's ready to come down? Are there habits, addictions, patterns in my life that I'm done with?"
Episode 5:
Midwife Light
by Amber Andreasen
"We have this joy of being able to embody the light of Christ. How can I help encourage that in another or draw that out?"
Episode 6:
Rest
by Carmen Acevedo Butcher
"Rest is a mystery, really, because rest for me is love and rest is God... It never ceases to bring me self-compassion...and compassion to others."
Episode 7:
Devoted
by Joey Galvez
"I guess there is no other way to express it but to say there is this love."