The video 'What Catholic Spirituality Are You?' explores the diversity of spiritual traditions within the Catholic Church, emphasizing that while the Church is unified in its liturgy and theology, it offers various paths to holiness. It highlights seven major Catholic spiritualities: Franciscanism, focusing on simplicity, humility, and care for the poor; Jesuit spirituality, with its structured discernment and mission-driven adaptability; Dominican spirituality, centered on study and preaching orthodox truth; Benedictine spirituality, which emphasizes community life and a balance of prayer and work; Carmelite spirituality, known for its contemplative prayer and apostolic zeal; Salesian spirituality, which encourages holiness in everyday life through 'little virtues'; and Opus Dei, which integrates faith into ordinary life through discipline and unity. The video concludes that Catholicism provides spiritual paths for diverse personalities and missions, inviting individuals to find the spirituality that best fits their journey while learning from all.
What is Marist Spirituality?
Journal and reflect on the following questions
Which of the seven Catholic spiritualities resonates most with your personality and approach to faith, and why?
How might adopting elements from one of these spiritual traditions deepen your relationship with God?
In what ways can you incorporate simplicity, as emphasized in Franciscan spirituality, into your daily life?
How does the Jesuit focus on discernment and 'finding God in all things' challenge or inspire your decision-making process?
What role does study and intellectual engagement, as seen in Dominican spirituality, play in your faith journey?
How might the Benedictine balance of prayer and work (ora et labora) help you find greater harmony in your daily routine?
What practical steps can you take to bring the spirituality of the 'ordinary' into your life, as taught by Salesian or Opus Dei spirituality?
How does Marist spirituality’s focus on simplicity and humility, modeled after Mary, inspire you to live a more Christ-centered life?
In what ways can the Marist emphasis on being “hidden and unknown” help you serve others without seeking recognition?
How can the Marist commitment to presence and community influence your relationships at home, work, or school?
Discuss
Song - I will trust in you
Closing Prayer
Loving Father,In the stillness of our hearts, we seek Your voice. Amidst the noise and confusion of life, guide us with Your wisdom and light our path. Teach us to trust in Your plan, even when the way forward seems unclear. Help us to surrender our fears, doubts, and stubbornness, knowing that Your ways are higher than ours. May we always seek Your will above our own, finding peace in the assurance that You walk with us through every decision. Grant us the courage to follow where You lead and the faith to rest in Your perfect timing. We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
