Contemplata
Dominican Friars Province of St. JosephThe purpose of our lives is to come to know God, yet on account of sin the eyes of our hearts have grown blind to the presence of God. Just as Jesus healed the blind men in the Gospels, so God is now at work to heal the eyes of our hearts by the light of his grace. Contemplata is a podcast for those seeking to grow in contemplative prayer—the loving awareness of the presence of God. Fr. James Domi... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 68 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||
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In this episode of Contemplata, Fr. James Brent, O.P., reflects on the First Beatitude, Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven, and how it reveals the heart of Jesus.
From his birth in Bethlehem to his Passion and death ... more
What does it mean to be blessed? Before all else, it means being happy.
In this episode of Contemplata, Fr. James Brent, O.P., discusses how God’s own infinite happiness is shared with us through the beatitudes. In Jesus’s preaching, he summarized ... more
What does it mean to share in the life of Jesus?
In this episode of Contemplata, Fr. James Brent, O.P., reflects on the extraordinary life of Christ and the gift he came into the world to share with us. Beginning with the Resurrection, Fr. James con... more
Our lives are in the hands of the Lord. Our ability to call upon the name of Jesus helps us to give us instruction, to neutralize our fears or temptation, and to unify us with God. One way to start is through the Jesus prayer. It goes “Lord Jesus Chr... more
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Thank you Fr James Brent OP for your insights - each short talk is packed with so much wisdom! I’ve only listened to 25 of them, and that one was about praying the Rosary, and not worrying about distractions. So helpful!!
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AMAZING PODCAST ! Father James is Dominican with a Carmelite heart☺️
Apple Podcasts5Joyful & Greatful HeartUnited States5 months ago - Beautifully Done
This podcast is made up of very short reflections that give a beautifully Dominican perspective on key theological issues.
Apple Podcasts5Anglican who Swam the TiberUnited Statesa year ago - Profoundly Grateful
THANK YOU so very much for these podcasts. They are a lifeline for
me. The short prayers the javelin prayers have been a security when I am fraying. I try to say various ones all the time. When I believe I am drowning due to my overwhelming emotions and distracted thoughts. I can repeat Lord Jesus over and over and Eventually equilibrium comes. The stories help the reassurance helps. Are we praying to be refined so we may have this metinoia? I assume that is where we are going. For myself I bel... more
Apple Podcasts5Bl ImeldaUnited States2 years ago - What a Blessing
This podcast is a joy to listen to and pray with. Grateful
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Devotional, compact episodes explore contemplative Catholic devotion, Scripture, and sacramental life through the lens of Marian intercession, Eucharist, and the Holy Spirit. Short, prayerful meditations—often themed around wisdom, grace, and living a Christ-centered interior life—are delivered in a reverent, instructional tone. Frequent topics include the Rosary as a path to contemplation, the nature of baptism and grace, and how to cultivate vigilance and humility in everyday faith. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on interior prayer and practical spirituality, appealing to listeners seeking steady, prayerful reflection and a Catechesis-lite entry into deep contemplative practice without requiring extensive prior study.
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Contemplata launched 3 years ago and published 68 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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