I have reached a point in my life where I feel the need to be in the desert… I would love to be in a cave or humble hut for a month or so.. simple food, in silence and be in the presence of our Lord.❤️🔥
Thank you SO MUCH for making this video! ❤ I 100% agree that coming into each day of retreat as well-rested as possible is a good idea. You want to be able to contemplate, meditate, and LISTEN without drifting off to sleep. Also, the "don't make it too busy but you don't want to be bored." YES. I have a tendency to overload my schedule when trying to do something that I think is so very important. But then I feel harried and rushed rather than giving myself time to simple focus and "be" with God.
I am continuously grateful for these videos. You always say in the end that you hope they are helpful. Well, for me they are every time! There is always something that is just what I need. THANK YOU!
I spent a week in silence earlier this year. Incredible and challenging at the same time. So many moments to remember. I'm so grateful that I had 3 different journals. God brings us where He can use us, we just have to trust Him and His timing.
Thank you so much for this video. It really spoke to me. I've been discerning for a while and I think I've finally found a place to make an extended discernment retreat, God willing. Please pray for my discernment.
You are amazing as usual!!!! Thank you so much for letting Jesus speak to us through you - so eloquently and with that great accent!! Thank you Father, God Bless the whole team working on these wonderful videos, they are really very valuable ❤🙏✝️
This spoke to my heart today. My soul has been yearning for a retreat. Altough it is not practically possible with two little kids, but these practical ideas to organize a retreat at home is a very good idea. I have met a brother of your congregation when he was invited to a retreat in Wageningen the Netherlands. God bless
@@ctmcatholic The father's name was Charles, originally from France but now living with the C.F.R in Ireland. Send him the greetings from our parish in Wageningen, lots of people miss him. God bless
Thank you, Father so much. I really needed some practical inspiration . It is evident that God has really poured His graces down on you to bring others to the fullness of faith through The Holy Catholic Church. God love you and bless you always.
I appreciate your silent retreat presentation. I'm seeking a guided retreat to seek God's guidance for the final chapter of my story after my wife of 55 years passed away in September 2023. I'm in the USA and would consider any location in Ireland or elsewhere. Thank you for any advice you can offer.
Thank you Father for your wonderful video! Would you consider doing a video on being Invited to a family member’s wedding in which the ceremony is not including the Church? Is going to the celebration being two-faced even though you might not be going to the ceremony ? I know it’s about love and if we don’t go it will cause a problem and if we do go it goes against God because it’s not of God. How do we handle these situations?
Thank you for your feedback! Our videos peak at about -6dB as per best practise so as not to blast anyones ears or introduce static. You should be able to listen comfortably at about 70% volume with earphones. If that isn’t the case, please let us know!
Hi Kate, thank you so much for your question, it's a very valid one! Fr Columba recently did a video on this topic, so I'll share that with you here and I hope it answers your question. God bless! ruclips.net/video/rX_QJpN3NiY/видео.html
I have reached a point in my life where I feel the need to be in the desert… I would love to be in a cave or humble hut for a month or so.. simple food, in silence and be in the presence of our Lord.❤️🔥
Sounds like you should go on retreat.
Thank you
Thank you SO MUCH for making this video! ❤
I 100% agree that coming into each day of retreat as well-rested as possible is a good idea. You want to be able to contemplate, meditate, and LISTEN without drifting off to sleep.
Also, the "don't make it too busy but you don't want to be bored." YES. I have a tendency to overload my schedule when trying to do something that I think is so very important. But then I feel harried and rushed rather than giving myself time to simple focus and "be" with God.
So glad you liked the video and found it helpful, and thank you for adding these thoughts. Hope you get a lovely retreat soon!
I am continuously grateful for these videos. You always say in the end that you hope they are helpful. Well, for me they are every time! There is always something that is just what I need. THANK YOU!
We’re so glad to hear this, Shea. Thank you for your encouragement!
I wish i had a chance to go to one again they are very spirit cleansing.
I spent a week in silence earlier this year. Incredible and challenging at the same time. So many moments to remember. I'm so grateful that I had 3 different journals. God brings us where He can use us, we just have to trust Him and His timing.
That sounds amazing! So great you were able to take the time.
Thank you so much for this video. It really spoke to me. I've been discerning for a while and I think I've finally found a place to make an extended discernment retreat, God willing. Please pray for my discernment.
That’s so wonderful to hear and we are so glad this video was able to help. We will of course be praying for your discernment. God bless
I will pray for you too.
Amdn
THANKYOU FR COLUMBA ONCE AGAIN. GOD BLESS
You're very welcome.
God bless Franciscans 😃❤️🇨🇮
Thank you!
Amen..
You are amazing as usual!!!! Thank you so much for letting Jesus speak to us through you - so eloquently and with that great accent!! Thank you Father, God Bless the whole team working on these wonderful videos, they are really very valuable ❤🙏✝️
Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words! We're very grateful and glad you're enjoying the channel!
Always helpful!!! Bless you Fr Columba!
Praise God!
Amen 🕊✝️ Lovely FR god bless
Thank you, God bless
This spoke to my heart today. My soul has been yearning for a retreat.
Altough it is not practically possible with two little kids, but these practical ideas to organize a retreat at home is a very good idea.
I have met a brother of your congregation when he was invited to a retreat in Wageningen the Netherlands. God bless
Very glad this could be helpful, and wonderful that you’ve met one of the brothers. God bless you!
@@ctmcatholic The father's name was Charles, originally from France but now living with the C.F.R in Ireland. Send him the greetings from our parish in Wageningen, lots of people miss him. God bless
Thank you, Father so much. I really needed some practical inspiration . It is evident that God has really poured His graces down on you to bring others to
the fullness of faith through The Holy Catholic Church. God love you and bless you always.
Praise God, so glad this could be of help. God bless you
I love fr. Michael Gaitly! Wonderful books
Amen!
Loved this!!
Thank you!
Amen ❤️
I appreciate your silent retreat presentation. I'm seeking a guided retreat to seek God's guidance for the final chapter of my story after my wife of 55 years passed away in September 2023. I'm in the USA and would consider any location in Ireland or elsewhere. Thank you for any advice you can offer.
Thank you Father for your wonderful video!
Would you consider doing a video on being Invited to a family member’s wedding in which the ceremony is not including the Church? Is going to the celebration being two-faced even though you might not be going to the ceremony ? I know it’s about love and if we don’t go it will cause a problem and if we do go it goes against God because it’s not of God. How do we handle these situations?
Hi LuAnn, thank you so much for your request, it’s a good one. We’ll pass it on to Fr Columba and see if we can cover it in the new year.
I'm going to a retreat very soon
Have a blessed time.
Funny I’m going on a retreat next week
That’s great!
Great vid (tho I had to turn the volume way up to hear 👂)
Thank you for your feedback! Our videos peak at about -6dB as per best practise so as not to blast anyones ears or introduce static. You should be able to listen comfortably at about 70% volume with earphones. If that isn’t the case, please let us know!
What if you are intentional but your intentions rarely come through?
Hi Kate, thank you so much for your question, it's a very valid one! Fr Columba recently did a video on this topic, so I'll share that with you here and I hope it answers your question. God bless! ruclips.net/video/rX_QJpN3NiY/видео.html