Daily Examen Archives

Making a Daily Examen

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Feb 7, 2021 | Put Out Into the Deep | 0 |

We are well into a new liturgical year and Lent is fast approaching! Isn’t it time that we...

Surrender to the Transfigured Christ

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Aug 6, 2020 | Put Out Into the Deep, Sundays | 0 |

“The Transfiguration” (detail) by Raphael – Alvesgaspar / CC BY-SA The Transfiguration of Christ (Matthew 17:1-9) stands prominently as an encouragement along the walk from Baptism to Resurrection; a walk that...

Practical Steps to Love Jesus More Deeply

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Sep 30, 2018 | Put Out Into the Deep | 0 |

We live in difficult times as Catholics. Quite possibly it has always been this way. The culture sends messages to us that are very harmful to our spiritual life. If we have become blind to this truth, it is likely that we are...

Daily Reflection — Christ Shows the Way to Humility

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 16, 2018 | Reflect | 0 |

“Whoever exalts himself will be humbled; but whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” (Matthew...

Daily Reflection — A Generous and Understanding Heart

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 14, 2018 | Reflect | 0 |

“Judge not, and you will not be judged; condemn not, and you will not be condemned; forgive, and...

Therefore, stay awake!

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Nov 27, 2016 | Calendar & Seasons, Put Out Into the Deep, Sundays | 0 |

“Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come” (Matthew 24:42)....

Frequently Asked Questions for Making a Daily Examen

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Feb 28, 2016 | Put Out Into the Deep | 0 |

We have arrived at the Third Sunday of Lent. By now, hopefully, we have been diving deep into the mystery of God and His love for us. A necessary part of advancing in the spiritual life and forming a deeper relationship with God...

Six Keys to fully Surrender to Christ

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Nov 8, 2015 | Put Out Into the Deep | 0 |

At the center of Mark’s Gospel, the Transfiguration of Christ (Mark 9:2-10) stands prominently as an encouragement along the walk from Baptism to Resurrection; a walk that must pass through the Cross. Place yourself in the...

Daily Lenten Reflection — FAQ for making a Daily Examen

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 1, 2015 | Reflect | 0 |

A necessary part of advancing in the spiritual life and forming a deeper relationship with God is...

Six Keys to help you Surrender your Life to Jesus Christ

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 1, 2015 | Put Out Into the Deep, Sundays | 0 |

At the center of Mark’s Gospel, the Transfiguration of Christ (Mark 9:2-10) stands prominently as an encouragement along the walk from Baptism to Resurrection; a walk that must pass through the Cross. Place yourself in the...

Taking measure of ourselves this Lent – 8 Frequently Asked Questions for making a Daily Examen

by Deacon Michael Bickerstaff | Mar 3, 2013 | Put Out Into the Deep | 0 |

We have arrived at the Third Sunday of Lent. By now, hopefully, we have been diving deep into the mystery of God and His love for us. A necessary part of advancing in the spiritual life and forming a deeper relationship with God...