TAN Direction Episode 12. The Way of Perfection: Vocal Prayer, Mental Prayer, and Collecting Thoughts

 

Episode 12. The Way of Perfection: Vocal Prayer, Mental Prayer, and Collecting Thoughts

Fr. Timothy Reid relays how Saint Teresa emphasizes the importance of vocal prayer done with attention and understanding, which leads to a deeper connection with God. She teaches that vocal prayer, when practiced correctly, can lead to mental and contemplative prayer, where God Himself elevates the soul. Additionally, she provides guidance on preparing for mental prayer, urging readers to be present to Jesus, build a personal relationship with Him, and unite their sufferings with His.

Episode twelve covers chapters 24, 25 & 26.

Meet Your Host

Fr. Timothy Reid, a convert to the Catholic Faith, earned his B.S. in Marketing from Indiana University, but later changed his focus to pursue the study of Philosophy at the Catholic University of America. After attaining an M.A. in Philosophy in 1996, he took a job with the Migration and Refugee Services of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Following his Theology studies at the Seminary of the Immaculate Conception, earning an M.A. in Theology and a Masters of Divinity, Fr. Reid was ordained in 2004. In 2007, he was made Pastor of St. Ann Catholic Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he continues to serve today. Fr. Reid is a Third Order Carmelite and serves as the Spiritual Director of the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Secular Carmelite group in Charlotte. He also hosted The Commentaries: The Interior Castle.

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