Patrick Conley talks with Fr. John Paul Erickson on a topic that's been buzzing for decades: "I'm spiritual, but not religious." But hold on! Fr. Erickson dives deep to explain why being religious is just as crucial as being spiritual. 🕊️





Listen to the full episode for a deeper dive into why being both spiritual and religious can transform your faith journey! 🎧✨



Highlights:



Religion as a Virtue:
Fr. Erickson sheds light on how religion is more than just rituals. It's a virtue of justice, where we give God His due honor. According to St. Thomas Aquinas, it's about fulfilling our obligations to God with ease and worthiness. 🌟



The Justice of Worship:
Our duties to God, including attending Sunday Mass, are not just for personal gain but because God deserves it. He’s given us everything, and our worship is a matter of justice. ⚖️



Balancing Spirituality and Religion:
Patrick and Fr. Erickson discuss the common objection: "I can worship God on a nature walk." While this acknowledges spirituality, Fr. Erickson emphasizes that God has shown us specific ways He wants to be worshipped, particularly through the Mass. 🌲⛪



Overcoming Distrust:
They tackle the modern skepticism toward organized religion, often seen as hypocritical or merely man-made. Fr. Erickson acknowledges the real challenges and moral failures but urges a deeper understanding of the divine directives given by God Himself. 💔🙏



Seeking:
Hear from caller Marcus who shares his faith upbringing as he struggles to understand how religion is not just man-made rituals. Father encourages him to consider how the Catholic Church was instituted by Jesus, not some random person.



Making Faith Attractive:
Morna from Orange County stresses the importance of authentic Christian living. It’s about embodying love, joy, and holiness to be a true living witness of the Gospel.



Key Takeaway:
Being "just spiritual" is a start, but it’s not the full picture. Religion, in its true form, is about justice, community, and following the guidance given to us. It’s about transforming that spiritual spark into a blazing fire of faith that honors God and enriches our lives. 🔥🙌



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Patrick Conley talks with Fr. John Paul Erickson on a topic that's been buzzing for decades: "I'm spiritual, but not religious." But hold on! Fr. Erickson dives deep to explain why being religious is just as crucial as being spiritual. 🕊️
 
 
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2024/05/spiritual-religious-may-23-2024/">Listen to the full episode </a>for a deeper dive into why being both spiritual and religious can transform your faith journey! 🎧✨
 
Highlights:
 
Religion as a Virtue: Fr. Erickson sheds light on how religion is more than just rituals. It's a virtue of justice, where we give God His due honor. According to St. Thomas Aquinas, it's about fulfilling our obligations to God with ease and worthiness. 🌟
 
The Justice of Worship: Our duties to God, including attending Sunday Mass, are not just for personal gain but because God deserves it. He’s given us everything, and our worship is a matter of justice. ⚖️
 
Balancing Spirituality and Religion: Patrick and Fr. Erickson discuss the common objection: "I can worship God on a nature walk." While this acknowledges spirituality, Fr. Erickson emphasizes that God has shown us specific ways He wants to be worshipped, particularly through the Mass. 🌲⛪
 
Overcoming Distrust: They tackle the modern skepticism toward organized religion, often seen as hypocritical or merely man-made. Fr. Erickson acknowledges the real challenges and moral failures but urges a deeper understanding of the divine directives given by God Himself. 💔🙏
 
Seeking: Hear from caller Marcus who shares his faith upbringing as he struggles to understand how religion is not just man-made rituals. Father encourages him to consider how the Catholic Church was instituted by Jesus, not some random person.
 
Making Faith Attractive: Morna from Orange County stresses the importance of authentic Christian living. It’s about embodying love, joy, and holiness to be a true living witness of the Gospel.
 
Key Takeaway: Being "just spiritual" is a start, but it’s not the full picture. Religion, in its true form, is about justice, community, and following the guidance given to us. It’s about transforming that spiritual spark into a blazing fire of faith that honors God and enriches our lives. 🔥🙌
 
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