The Way of Perfection Archives - Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts

Dr. Lilles discusses sin and temptation, but also the great gift of mercy and a life of true humility. The post BTP-WP10 Chap 35 – 38 – Sin, Temptation, Mercy and Humility – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles discusses the Prayer of Quiet and the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Chapter 31—Continues the same subject. Explains what is meant by the Prayer of Quiet. Gives several counsels to those who experience it. This chapter is very noteworthy Chapter 32—Expounds these words of the Paternoster: “Thy will be done: as ... Read more The post BTP-WP9 Chap 31 -34 – Prayer of Quiet and the Real Presence of Christ the Eucharist- The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles discusses the Prayer of Recollection and the Prayer of Quiet. CHAPTER 29- Continues to describe methods for achieving this Prayer of Recollection. Says what little account we should make of being favored by our superiors. CHAPTER 30 Describes the importance of understanding what we ask for in prayer. The nature of Prayer of ... Read more The post BTP-WP8 Chap 29 – 30 – Prayer of Recollection and Quiet – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles talks about the nature of vocal prayer, the prayer of meditation, and the prayer of recollection. The post BTP-WP7 Chapters 20 thru 26 – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles continues the discussion of the "Living Water", as well as the nature of "spiritual thirst" and the Woman at the Well as described by St. Teresa of Avila.  We also discuss the danger of spiritual gluttony and envy in prayer.  The post BTP-WP6 Chap 19 The Thirst of the Soul – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles discusses the "Living Water" as described by St. Teresa of Avila "The Way of Perfection." We also discuss the nature of mystical prayer.   The post BTP-WP5 Chap 19 The Living Water & Nature of Mystical Prayer – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles reviews teachings on Poverty, Humility, and, in particular,  Friendship found in a broad overview of the first 18 chapters of "The Way of Perfection." We also discuss the value of the virtues and the importance of the "good example" in St. Teresa's writings.  All of this will be essential to her foundational teachings on contemplative prayer. The post BTP-WP4 A broad overview of first 18 chapters – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles discusses Chapter 1 and 2 of St. Teresa of Avila's "Way of Perfection": Chapter 3 – Continues the subject begun in the first chapter and persuades the sisters to busy themselves constantly in beseeching God to help those who work for the Church. Ends with an exclamatory prayer. Chapter 4 – Exhorts the nuns to keep their Rule and names three things which are important for the spiritual life. Describes the first of these three things, which is love of one’s neighbor, and speaks of the harm which can be done by individual friendships. The post BTP-WP3 Chaps 3 – 4: The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Dr. Lilles discusses Chapter 1 and 2 of St. Teresa of Avila’s “Way of Perfection”: Chapter 1 – Of the reason which moved Teresa to found the convents in such strict observance. Chapter 2 – Treats of how the necessities of the body should be disregarded and of the good that comes from poverty.   ... Read more The post BTP-WP2 Chap 1 – 2: The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This serves as an introduction to the life of Saint Teresa of Ávila, also called Saint Teresa of Jesus, baptized as Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda y Ahumada (28 March 1515 – 4 October 1582).  In our opening conversation, we discuss 16th century Spain, events taking place in the world and the people associated with Teresa.  Dr. Lilles also gives introductions to her various spiritual works and the importance of "The Way of Perfection". The post BTP-WP1 Introduction – The Way of Perfection by St. Teresa of Avila – Beginning to Pray w/Dr. Anthony Lilles appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.