TAN Direction Episode 7. The Way of Perfection: Mortification, Qualifications, and Not Excusing Self

 

Episode 7. The Way of Perfection: Mortification, Qualifications, and Not Excusing Self

Delve into Saint Teresa’s teachings on detachment, mortification, humility, and the importance of enduring unjust treatment in following Christ and achieving spiritual perfection. Teresa’s direct and uncompromising language emphasizes that detachment from worldly honor and a humble acceptance of false accusations are essential for anyone aspiring to live a life dedicated to God.

Episode seven covers chapters 13-15.

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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