Dan Burke, Author at Integrated Catholic Life™

How can I pray when I can’t even think straight?

Posted by Dan Burke | Nov 7, 2014 | Navigating the Interior Life, Prayer / Spiritual Life, Regular Feature |

Dear Dan, How do I pray when I am sick and can’t think? I feel as though my words are just going...

Is being “slain in the Spirit” the same as contemplative ecstasy?

Posted by Dan Burke | Oct 31, 2014 | Navigating the Interior Life, Prayer / Spiritual Life, Regular Feature |

Dear Dan, I have experienced what people call “resting in the spirit” or being “slain in the spirit.” It was amazing. The priest prayed for me and I fell to the floor as if I had passed out (no injuries as I was already praying...

Is it possible to pray at the speed of light?

Posted by Dan Burke | Oct 24, 2014 | Navigating the Interior Life, Prayer / Spiritual Life, Regular Feature |

Dear Dan, I recently determined that I would begin praying the rosary regularly and as part of that commitment, I attend a weekly rosary prayer group at my parish. I was initially excited to attend but have found that the speed...