In this Q&A we discuss topics such as: How to remain focused in prayer. Should we tell our kids the truth about Santa? The identity of the Three Kings What to do when mystical visions contradict one another? & Much More! If you enjoy this episode, please consider joining my Patreon for even more bonus content like this. --- Support this podcast: ht…

This is part of a larger series I am doing on Patreon, as I read the many visions of Bl. Anne Catherine and the birth of Christ. I hope you enjoy this bonus episode and check out my Patreon at: patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

Want more visions from the mystics? Check out my Patreon for more, and get access to over 700 pieces of bonus content, and more! Continuing our Advent with the Mystics Series, we look at three visions of the miraculous birth of Christ. Mystics include Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerich, Maria of Agreda and Sr. Chiara Scarabelli. --- Support this podcast: …

Did you know that St. Bernard of Clairvaux is one of the reasons we celebrate Christmas as a time of celebration, rather than penance? He also gives us a beautiful reflection on Advent called the Three Advents of Christ. I also hope you check out my two other episodes on St. Bernard from earlier in 2024. If you wish to support the podcast, please c…

Support my podcast at: patreon.com/anthonystongue While the popular thought of purgatory is a place of discomfort many saints, such as St. Catherine of Genoa, spoke of purgatory as a place of sorrow, yes - but also great joy. This episode discusses St. Catherine's mysticism and views of purgatory. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif…

We will soon depart on a journey covering the "purgatory" mystics. But first, let's do a quick discussion on purgatory, and what it really is, it's mysticism, and how it's good news. For more bonus content, check out my Patreon! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

St. Martha is famous for two very opposing things. Being a good hostess for the Lord and.. taming a dragon. In this episode we dive into this tale! Support the Podcast: Patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Did you know that the first written instance of the Loch Ness monster comes from the biography of St. Columba? Let's talk about St. Columba battling this legendary beast! Support my work at Patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

Welcome to the first in our series on saints versus monsters! We kick off the series with a retelling of St. Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio. We then discuss the symbolism of the story and the topic of werewolves in Catholicism! Support my work through my patreon here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongu…

Support My Work & Bonus Content: Patreon.com/AnthonysTongue Ghosts are integral to Catholic spirituality, however, we rarely emphasize it. Though, turning to things like the theology of Thomas Aquinas, but even more powerfully also communion of saints and spiritual warfare and the holy mass, we see the power and necessity of spirits in our faith. J…

Support the podcast through Patreon here! Bl. Anne Catherine Emmerich is a mystic, seer, stigmatists and perhaps one of the most influential figures when it comes to Marian visions. Her visions were largely used for Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ, and a lot of scenes from her visions are repeated often in art, homilies and general legends o…

Support through Patreon here! We're back with another listener Q&A - happy to bring this segment back. Here are a few of the topics we'll be discussing: Do we "have" to believe in the supernatural elements of Catholicism? Why would God give the stigmata? Why is the stigmata through the palms rather than the wrist? How do we know if the mystics and …

St. Titus Brandsma was a Carmelite priest, a mystic, and also a martyr. He was killed in a concentration camp due to protecting Catholic newspapers from Nazi propaganda and anti-semitism. This episode is quite special to me, so I hope you enjoy it! Please support my podcast through my patreon: Patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: ht…

Here we continue our discussion on two things: 1. Modern miracles that led to sainthood 2. But also miracles that involved holy relics. Today we discuss St. Nunzio Sulprizo, Bl. Carlo Acutis and St. Titus Brandsma! Please consider supporting my work through Patreon at: patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

Let's discuss three recent miracles involving holy relics, more specifically, miracles that led to the canonization or beatification of individuals like Bl. Solanus Casey, Bl. Francis Xavier Seelos and St. Dulce of the Poor. If you enjoy this podcast please support my patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https…

Join my Patreon! Donate to Support! Relics are a very ancient and traditional part of Catholicism. However, what is the history? Why do we venerate the corpses of saints? And how do they work? Tune in to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

St. Margaret Mary is the saint that gave us the Sacred Heart devotion as we know it today. A great mystic to reflect upon during the month of Jesus' heart. http://patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

You can support St. Anthony's Tongue through my Patreon, with tiers as low as $7 a month: http://patreon.com/anthonystongue Or you can simply offer a one-time donation to my podcast through the link here: Donate to St. Anthony's Tongue! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

We all are familiar with the Sacred Heart of Jesus, but are you familiar with it's ancient origins? The common devotion stems from the 17th century, but it has roots all the way back to the Gospel writers. For more, check out the patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stant…

St. Bernard of Clairvaux is one of the reasons we associate Christian Mysticism with the love of God. Here I discuss one of his most accessible works On Loving God, and cover his four degrees on loving God. For bonus episodes and more check out my Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

St. Bernard of Clairvaux isn't just one of the most important figures in Catholic history, but really, all of history. He held political influence over popes and kings, but also defined a love-based mysticism, and a Marian devotion that we still follow today. For more please check out the Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this p…

St. Gemma Galgani is a newer saint, both in history and to me personally. Though, she's easily becoming one of my favorite stigmatists and potentially mystics overall. Join me as we discuss this great saint, her stigmata and her battles with the devil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

St. Lutgardis is a fascinating saint, mystic and stigmatist. She was the second reported stigmatist of the church, and was the first woman to receive the stigmata. Her story surrounding her apparitions of Jesus and His heart, were also precursors to the Sacred Heart devotion. If you enjoy this episode, check out many more bonus episodes on patreon!…

We kick-off our series on the stigmatists with a look at the first noted stigmatists - St. Francis of Assisi. Though we also discuss, in general, what the stigmata is and it's deep theology. For more content on the mystics, the stigmata and more - join my Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…

Welcome back to St. Anthony's Tongue! We kick off our new season full of mystics and saints with a refresher episode. I hope you enjoy! For more on Catholic Mysticism, Catholic Saints, Mystics and more check out my Patreon below www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

For the remainder of these tales, join me on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue As I prepare for Season Three of St. Anthony's Tongue, I've been researching unique and weird stories from medieval Catholicism. Here, I've come across a great collection of folk tales surrounding the Virgin Mary, which was written by the mysterious Pop…

Dear Friends, This episode marks the finale of our series on mysticism. However, it can still be enjoyed, even if you haven't listened to all of the episodes this season. While this will mark an official break, please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue as well as follow on social media for more content and to see what's next. T…

Mary was more than just the mother of God, but also the model mystic. Join us as we approach Mary's mysticism alongside the Glorious Mysteries. For more St. Anthony's Tongue join our Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support…

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/stanthonystongu…

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/stanthony…

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/…

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/stanthonyst…

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…

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: ht…

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 Cant…

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…

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 stra…

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, w…

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

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…

⁠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 climat…

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster…

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 su…

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 Caref…

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 th…

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 an…

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. …

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 p…

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…