The Map to Moral Conversion: Moral Conversion Series #6
The more we deepen our spiritual conversion and use our affirmations and visualizations, the stronger and more preeminent our higher selves will become and the further we will go on our journey to mor
Resisting Temptation Through Ignatian Spirituality: Moral Conversion Series #5
One of the best ways to resist temptation and grow in moral conversion is St. Ignatius' Examen prayer, a short daily exercise (around 10 minutes) that aims at freedom from sin through moral conversion
Becoming Your "Higher Self": Moral Conversion Series #4
If through the regular practice of virtue one builds up the higher self, then in times of temptation one will feel an aversion towards sin instead of an inclination to it. This will help us increase i
The Struggle Within: Moral Conversion Series #3
In this article, we will discuss the struggle between good and evil within all of us. St. Paul calls this dilemma the new man vs. the old man. He recognized that we have two selves dwelling within us.
The Road to Happiness: Moral Conversion Series #2
St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus, lays down a path for moral conversion in his work, the Spiritual Exercises. From this work comes Ignatian spirituality, a path to moral con
Seeking Happiness: Moral Conversion Series #1
What is happiness? This question has inspired voluminous writing from ancient times until today. One of the greatest philosophers, Aristotle, addressed the question of happiness in his work, the Nicom
Moral Conversion and Resisting Temptation
We may make the same sins over and over, unable to truly accept God’s mercy. Fr. Spitzer gives us a practical roadmap for breaking this cycle of sin, empowering us for resisting temptation.
Getting Started on Prayer - Spontaneous Prayers
God alone will be able to completely satisfy us. As St. Augustine said: “For you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.”