Scripture and the Spiritual Life
166 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 68 ratingsSister Anna Marie McGuan studied Theology and Sacred Scripture for 11 years at the Pontifical Biblical Institute and the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome. As a Religious Sister of Mercy of Alma, Michigan, Sister Anna Marie previously served as director of Christian Formation for the Diocese of Knoxville and is currently serving in the Archdiocese of Edinburgh and St. Andrews. Sister Anna Marie has a passion for teaching Scripture and takes you on a journey through the Bible, from a Catholic perspective, with her podcast.
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Episodes
Women's health and reproduction
July 17, 2023 18:38 - 41 minutes - 26.2 MBSister Anna Marie's guest is Sister Mary Gretchen Hoffman, RSM, a doctor of internal medicine. Discussion includes women's health, reproduction, and contraception.
Vocation and Discernment
June 28, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBWhat does recognizing and responding to God’s will look like? Sister Anna Marie discusses the call and discernment involved in the vocations of priesthood and religious life. From talk given at the University of Glasgow Catholic Chaplaincy.
Pentecost and the Trinity, Conclusion
June 21, 2023 16:31 - 50 minutes - 29 MBSister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas look at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. Part 6
Pentecost, the Trinity, and the Summa Theologica
June 20, 2023 20:11 - 55 minutes - 34.2 MBSister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas look at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. Part 5
Preparing for Pentecost: the Holy Spirit
June 01, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBThe Love and Gift of the Holy Spirit. Sister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas look at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. Part 4
Preparing for Pentecost: the Father and Son
May 31, 2023 13:57 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBWhy do we use certain names for certain persons of the Trinity? Sister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas look at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. Part 3
Preparing for Pentecost: Divine Persons
May 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBSister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas prepare for Pentecost and Holy Trinity Sunday by looking at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. They also answer several listener questions.
Preparing for Pentecost: Introduction and Divine Processions
May 10, 2023 13:57 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBSister Anna Marie and Father Kevin Douglas prepare for Pentecost and Holy Trinity Sunday by looking at the relationships between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and discussing trinitarian theology in St. Thomas Aquinas' Summa. Part 1
The Suffering Servant Part 2
March 21, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBHe knows you and loves you. Sister Anna Marie and Father Jamie McMorrin continue their look at the songs of the suffering servant in the book of Isaiah and how these passages, which serve as the first readings of the Mass during Holy Week, relate to Jesus. Part two of four.
The Suffering Servant Part 1
March 14, 2023 12:14 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBWho is Jesus, and what did He come to do? Sister Anna Marie and Father Jamie McMorrin look at the songs of the suffering servant in the book of Isaiah and how these passages, which serve as the first readings of the Mass during Holy Week, relate to Jesus. Part one of four.
The Relevance of Consecrated Life
February 16, 2023 16:15 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBSister Anna Marie talks about the consecrated life and what the Church has to offer in the modern, broken world. Talk originally given on the Day for Consecrated Life for the religious in the Diocese of Aberdeen., Scotland.
Understanding Scripture through Lectio Divina
February 01, 2023 17:49 - 27 minutes - 19.7 MBSister Anna Marie offers guidance on Lectio Divina, a method that can lead us to a better understanding of Scripture through reading, reflection, and prayer.
Meditations on Matthew 8:1-4
January 13, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBJesus reaches out to heal a leper. Sister Anna Marie continues her discussion of the Gospel of Matthew.
How We Love
January 09, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBSister Anna Marie looks at the theological virtue of charity and the source of love.
Contemplative Prayer
January 06, 2023 14:23 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBHow do you create a friendship with God? In contemplative prayer, we meet God as a friend and embrace the knowledge that we are known and loved by Him. Part three of three. Originally given as Advent talk in the Archdiocese of Edinburgh and St. Andrews.
Meditative Prayer
December 17, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBPrayer brings us into a fullness of our personhood and unites us with God. Meditative prayer brings the Truth to the forefront of our minds in order for us to fit that truth into our lives. Part two of three. Originally given as Advent talk in the Archdiocese of Edinburgh and St. Andrews.
Vocal Prayer
December 15, 2022 15:32 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBPrayer binds us to God and His will. A regular, intentional prayer life should be a work of intersession. Vocal prayer integrates the whole body into prayer. Part one of three. Originally given as Advent talk in the Archdiocese of Edinburgh and St. Andrews.
Meditations on Matthew 7:15-20
December 07, 2022 05:01 - 19 minutes - 12.3 MBWhat does the Gospel of Matthew tell us about sheep, wolves, and becoming a tree that produces goodness as we grow in our faith?
Meditations on Matthew 7:13-14
November 30, 2022 05:01 - 18 minutes - 11.2 MBWhat does Jesus mean when he tells us to enter through the narrow gate? Sister Anna Marie continues her discussion of the Gospel of Matthew.
Meditations on Matthew 7:7-12
November 23, 2022 05:01 - 12 minutes - 7.57 MBAsk, and you shall receive. Seek, and you will find. But will our prayers be answered in ways that we find suitable, or is Jesus telling us something different? Sister Anna Marie continues her reflection on the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 7.
Jesus Christ, the son of the Virgin Mary
November 16, 2022 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBSister Anna Marie gave this talk to young adults at St Mary's Catholic Cathedral in Edinburgh, Scotland as part of a series on The Creed.
Mediations on Matthew: 7:1-6
November 09, 2022 20:21 - 18 minutes - 10.6 MBDo not judge lest you be judged. Sister Anna Marie begins her discussion of Matthew's Gospel, Chapter 7.
Meditations on Matthew 6:24-34
November 02, 2022 20:16 - 17 minutes - 9.66 MBDo not be anxious... for God has control over all things. Sister Anna Marie continues her meditations on the Gospel of Matthew with this concluding look at Chapter 6.
Meditations on Matthew 6:19-23
October 26, 2022 19:47 - 16 minutes - 9.53 MBSister Anna Marie continues her reflection on Matthew's Gospel and the Sermon on the Mount. Where do we place God in our lives? Before or after our own interests?
Meditations on Matthew 6:16-18
October 24, 2022 20:13 - 17 minutes - 9.79 MB"When you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites." Sister Anna Marie reflects on three short, but important verses in the Gospel of Matthew.
Faith and Discipleship
September 27, 2022 17:06 - 42 minutes - 30.8 MBThe path to being a true disciple of Jesus takes time. Sister Anna Marie McGuan discusses this and more at a recent talk at the University of St. Andrew's Canmore Catholic Chaplaincy on Sept. 14.
Meditations on Matthew 6: 5-13
September 08, 2022 20:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThe Our Father prayer and the crux of the Sermon on the Mount
Meditations on Matthew 6:1-4
September 08, 2022 14:50 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBSister Anna Marie discusses our motivations for righteousness in almsgiving, fasting, and prayer.
Meditations on Matthew 5:33-37
August 23, 2022 16:55 - 12 minutes - 7.84 MBSeeking credibility in what we say. Does your "yes" mean "yes" and your "no" mean no? Sister Anna Marie continues her discussion of Matthew.
Meditations on Matthew 5:27-32
August 22, 2022 20:28 - 20 minutes - 13.3 MBSister Anna Maria continues her discussion of Matthew, Chapter 5, and focuses on the complicated topics of adultery and divorce.
Meditations on Matthew 5:21-26
July 19, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBDo you live with contempt in your heart? Can we be freed from contempt and live rooted in God?
Meditations on Matthew 5:17-20
July 14, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBJesus’ promise of fulfillment.
Meditations on Matthew 5:13-17
July 12, 2022 17:04 - 15 minutes - 9.45 MBWhat does Jesus mean when we're told to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world?
Meditations on Matthew: 5:1-12
April 26, 2022 19:10 - 32 minutes - 21.2 MBSister Anna Marie continues her meditations on the Gospel of Matthew with a discussion of The Sermon on the Mount and The Beatitudes
Meditations on Matthew 4:23-25
April 26, 2022 18:12 - 11 minutes - 7.47 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew, discussing the ministering to a great multitude.
Meditations on Matthew 4:18-22
April 26, 2022 18:07 - 17 minutes - 10.8 MBSister Anna Marie continues her meditations on the Gospel of Matthew and explores the call of the first disciples.
Meditations on Matthew 4:12-17
April 26, 2022 17:59 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew, exploring the beginning of the Galilean ministry.
A Return to Confession
March 31, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBOur relationship with God is worth fighting for. Sister Anna Marie discusses the need to return to confession, even when it is difficult, and the healing and freedom that can come from the sacrament. Originally presented for the Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh.
Meditations on Matthew 4:1-11
March 28, 2022 10:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBSister Anna Marie explores the temptation of Jesus in the desert, continuing her series on the Gospel of Matthew.
Meditations on Matthew 3:13-17
March 22, 2022 12:36 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew, exploring the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.
Meditations on Matthew 3:1-12
March 14, 2022 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew, discussing the disciples’ call to follow Jesus and messages of consolation and mercy.
Meditations on Matthew 2:13-23
March 07, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew and discusses fallen human nature and the slaughter of the innocents. Additional resource: School for Prayer by Anthony of Sourozh
Meditations on Matthew 2:1-12
February 28, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew and discusses what we can understand about authority and fulfilled prophecies through the visit of the Magi.
Meditations on Matthew 1:18-25
February 24, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBSister Anna Marie continues her series on the Gospel of Matthew with a look at the Holy Family in Matthew 1.
Meditations on Matthew 1:1-17
February 21, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBSister Anna Marie begins a series on the Gospel of Matthew and praying with Scripture. This episode introduces the steps of lectio divina and looks at the first 17 verses of Matthew.
The Distortion in New Age Spirituality
February 17, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBSister Anna Marie talks about New Age spirituality and the occult seen in today’s society and how its desire for empowerment can distort the meaning of truth, self, and values. This talk was originally given at the Catholic Students' Union at the St. Albert's Catholic Chaplaincy at the University of Edinburgh.
The Joy of Love: Family as the School of Deeper Humanity
February 14, 2022 13:49 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBPart three of a three-part series on Pope Francis' encyclical, Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love). Father Nick Welsh and Sister Anna Marie look at what family can teach us about relationships and how to live out our calling. They also discuss the realities of broken or hurting families and the need for grace. Originally given as a talk for the Archdiocese of St. Andrews & Edinburgh.
The Joy of Love: Family as the Domestic Church
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBPart two of a three-part series on Pope Francis' encyclical, Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love). Father Nick Welsh and Sister Anna Marie look at how the domestic church is actualized and how we can strive for holiness in our families and home despite common obstacles. Originally given as a talk for the Archdiocese of St. Andrews & Edinburgh.
The Joy of Love: Family as an Icon of the Trinity
January 31, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBPart one of a three-part series on Pope Francis' encyclical, Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love). Father Nick Welsh and Sister Anna Marie look at the background of the encyclical discuss the Family as an icon of the Trinity. Originally given as a talk for the Archdiocese of St. Andrews & Edinburgh.
Heroic Sanctity in Feminine Form
December 21, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBSt. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Margaret of Scotland, and the power of a virtuous woman’s heart. From talk given at the University of Saint Andrew's on Nov. 17, 2021.