Fr. Michael explains what holy indifference is and why it's a good thing. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains why we experience dryness in prayer and how to persevere when prayer is hard. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains the importance of detachment from material goods and what holy poverty looks like.

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Fr. Michael gives a few possible explanations for the problem of evil, ultimately reaching the conclusion that our suffering is only meaningful if we give it to Christ. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains what trust is, how it is built over time, and what to do when we struggle to trust God. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Fr. Michael explains the 4 main types of prayer: petition, lamentation, praise, and thanksgiving. Follow Fr. Michael for more content! https://linktr.ee/fathermichaelstalla

Drawing on the wisdom of St. Teresa of Avila, Fr. Michael explains that we are never alone in our suffering. Others have gone before us, including Jesus Himself, experiencing the same pains we do.

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Fr. Michael gives an overview of the difference between temptation and sin, the difference between mortal and venial sin, and the basics of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

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