Mary's sorrows are a deep ocean of Catholic Mysticism. Join me as we explore her sorrowful mysteries and see how Mary is the model mystic for Christian Contemplation. For more content on Mary, Mysticism + More join the Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Mary isn't only the Mother of God, but also the model mystic. In this series, we will explore what Mary can teach us about the contemplative Catholic path of Christian mysticism. For bonus episodes and similar content check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

One of the most interesting practices to spring from The Cloud of Unknowing is Centering Prayer. This is a simple yet profound method of connecting with the divine, though it's also had some criticism. Here I hope to share a balanced take on a very fruitful practice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

A mysterious text took medieval England by storm. The book was written by a mysterious monk, aiding his student in Christian contemplation - teaching him to unite with God by going beyond the intellect. This book was The Cloud of Unknowing, and today, we're discussing it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! This week we discuss: - Purgatory - Was Our Lady of Guadalupe an indigenous goddess? - Santa Muerte and Our Lady of Sorrows - Deconstruction - Is Ancestral Veneration "Catholic"? + much more! ___ For bonus content, and to have questions like this answered by me more directly - consider joining the Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

The Jesus Prayer is one of the most beloved prayers and spiritual practices of the east, but it's also catching on in the west. How does this compare to western mystical contemplation? And how can we incorporate it into our own spirituality? Tune in to find out! For more content on mysticism, check out the Patreon here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

The Dark Night is one of the most well known elements of St. John's mysticism, and yet, it's also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode we discuss the mysticism of suffering, attachment, and what it means to have a dark night of the soul and of the senses. We also discuss the whole of John's mysticism, including his work the Spiritual Canticle. For more content on the mystics, consider joining our Patreon! --- Support this podcast:...

St. John of the Cross is the authority of Catholic mysticism. Not only is he a beloved doctor of the church, but was also a poet, teacher, and spiritual director. This episode opens with a story of his life, before uncovering an introduction to his thought and teachings. For more content on John of the Cross and other mystics, check out our Patreon here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Hey folks, I will soon be departing on my annual summer break to tighten up the next part of the Mysticism Series. So, let's take a walk down memory lane and summarize some of the high points of this season. Also - Patreon will still be quite active - so hang out with us there! www.patreon.com/anthonystongue Also follow us on IG, Twitter and TikTok!

Join Our Patreon Donate to the Podcast  St. Hildegard von Bingen is one of the most beloved and interesting saints, mystics and doctors of the church. One of her most well known concepts, and to me, one of the most mystical, is her concept of viriditas or “greening”. Here she describes a life force present in us that connects us all, that comes straight from God.  If you enjoy, please consider joining the Patreon, donating to the podcast, or simply sharing with a friend! 

St. Hildegard von Bingen is one of the most beloved Catholic saints. It's easy to see why. She's a mystic, a musician, a prophet, an herbalist and more. She's also a Doctor of the Church, which gives added credence to her visions. In this episode we will share stories from her life, then jump into her biography, her mysticism and more. Next week, we will get into some of her key concepts and how we can incorporate them into our own spirituality. If you'd like to support St. Anthony's...

St. Ignatius of Loyola gave us many great exercises to enhance our relationship with God. Here are a few. For more bonus content and show notes, join the St. Anthony's Tongue Patreon here.

St. Ignatius is one of the best known saints, though largely for being the founder of the Jesuit Order. However, Ignatius was also a very notable mystic, which is most prevalently seen in his Spiritual Exercises. In this episode, we dive into his life and thought. Next week we will look at some of his more approachable mystical exercises. If you're interested in show notes and bonus content, join the Patreon here.

⁠Donate to St. Anthony's Tongue.⁠ ⁠Join Our Patreon!⁠ In our final part of this mini-series, we discuss one of the most interesting concepts. The belief that when we reach a certain level of spiritual attainment, our vision itself becomes divinized. We can see God working throughout nature in new ways. We also discuss how the issues in today's climate crisis and how it's not just a scientific or political issue, but also a spiritual issue. If you've enjoyed this series, please consider...

Donate to St. Anthony's Tongue. Join Our Patreon! In our second episode on nature mysticism we discuss the effect of the incarnation, and how Christ's arrival was seen as giving new importance to all of creation. Similarly, we discuss the topic of pantheism, animism and panentheism in a Christian context.

Donate to St. Anthony's Tongue Join Our Patreon! Did you know we are all called to be cosmic priests? In our first nature mysticism episode we discuss a unique, yet orthodox, concept in Christianity called the Cosmic Priesthood. We discuss this terminology, it's roots in saints such as Bonaventure and Maximus, as well as it's modern use by popes such as Pope Benedict XVI. This unique concept allows us to see all of creation and all of nature with new eyes.

Join Our Patreon! Donate to the Podcast! Follow On Social Media!  ________ In this month’s Lord’s Line Q&A we discuss various topics including: My Journey from Hinduism to Catholicism Is Yoga Evil?  Has Our Guardian Angel Always Been With Us? What Happens to Our Guardian Angel Once We Die?  Underrated Saints and “Overrated” Devotions  Should We Be Careful What We Pray For? Folk Customs Involving Jesus Christ. Battling Lust and Temptation. + Much More! We also discuss...

When we think of the phrase “Who Am I?” we often think of eastern mysticism, and yet, the concept of the true self is deeply rooted in Christianity and Christian mysticism.  This is widely seen in St. Catherine of. Siena’s writings. In this episode, we’ll explore her concept of the Gentle Mirror of the Soul. Which is using God’s love to burn away the false self, to give light to the image of God in which we were made. For more content on St. Catherine of Siena, as well as various bonus...

St. Catherine of Siena is one of the most influential saints, mystics and doctors of the church. She’s best known for her mystical wedding with the Lord, ecstatic experiences and her devotion to the side wound of Christ. In our first episode on St. Catherine of Siena, we open with a few stories from her life, before going into her life, miracles and how to incorporate her into our own spirituality. Support on Patreon Follow on Instagram

The bible isn't just a text to for historical and scriptural insight. In fact, the bible has always been a means to have a unique, personal, direct discussion with God. This is most seen in the meditative practice of Lectio Divina, but sadly, this practice has fallen away for many spiritual seekers, despite it still being highly recommended today. In this episode we discuss Lectio Divina as a meditation, as well as a way to receive divine insight from the Holy Spirit. For bonus content,...

Free Resource: The Prayers of the Interior Castle Simplified (Sorta) In the final episode in our trilogy on St. Teresa of Avila, we look into her best-known work, The Interior Castle. Here she discusses the path of the soul on its journey to God. While the Interior Castle is a very deep work, for simplicity, I'll be focusing on the main grades of prayer in it's "mansion". This is a very approachable way to view the Castle, and also a practical approach. I am also including a link above...

In the second part of our St. Teresa of Avila trilogy, we discuss her biography, her teachings and the best way to approach the work of this great doctor of the church. Teresa is one of the best regarded mystics, but her work can also at times be difficult to approach. In this episode we pick apart how we can incorporate Teresa's mysticism into our own lives. For more, including show notes and bonus content, join the Patreon!

In the first of our St. Teresa trilogy we explore some of the key moments of her life, in the form of short narratives. This is intended to lay the groundwork before we discuss her life, teachings and mysticism. For more on Teresa of Avila and mystics follow me on Instagram or join the Patreon.

We are often told to pray - but we are never taught how to pray. In fact, we are often only taught one type of prayer (vocal prayer) and aren't aware of the many steps and types of prayers, these same steps were used by the saints to bring them closer to God. In this episode we will discuss the mystical journey of prayer. This is the final "intro" episode before we dive into the lives of the mystics. Join the Patreon for more!

Welcome to a new season of St. Anthony's Tongue!  This entire series will be focusing on the great saintly mystics - but first, we will begin with an episode on mysticism, it's basics and how we are all called to be mystics. For more episodes and content join our Patreon here, or follow me on Instagram.