Province of St. Albert the Great, USA

13 May • Spiritual Winter: Finding Hope in Every Season of the Soul | Tuesday 4th Week of Easter

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In this profound Catholic reflection, Fr. Charlie Bouchard uncovers a hidden gem in John 10:22-30—the seemingly small detail that "it was winter" during the Feast of the Dedication. What does this reveal about the seasons of our spiritual lives?

🔹 Key Moments:
0:00 – Start
0:35 – The mysterious significance of "it was winter" in Scripture
1:15 – How spiritual winters (like the "dark night of the soul") test our faith
2:02 – Why we need community when our faith feels cold or weak
2:54 – God’s promise to "warm our hearts" even in winter seasons

📖 Today’s Readings: Tuesday, 4th Week of Easter (Acts 11:19-26; John 10:22-30)

🙏 Perfect for:

  • Catholics experiencing doubt or spiritual dryness
  • Anyone seeking hope in difficult times
  • Bible study groups exploring John 10

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