Speaking in Tongues
I am curious about the gift of speaking in tongues because there are many different opinions even within Catholic circles. I have heard other well known exorcists say that people should not seek out the gift of speaking in tongues and that there have been cases of people becoming possessed by doing so. So I am truly curious as to what the truth is. If Father Martins could provide some clarification on this it would be greatly appreciated.
Spirituality & Faith in Recovery
Hello Father Martins and Ryan, My question relates to your recent case file episode, *The Awakening*. Many recovery and mental health programs use yoga and meditation to help individuals find spirituality, similar to the emphasis on a higher power in 12-Step programs. The *12 Steps and 12 Traditions* book suggests that while the goal is often to reconnect with one's religious roots, having some form of faith can be helpful, especially for those who are agnostic or atheist. It's common for people in recovery to return to Catholicism, Christianity, or they go the other route where they feel their spirituality stems from within by following the Buddhist principles through Dharma Recovery. So my question is for the individuals struggling with addiction or alcoholism, do you think finding faith in something other than the one true God makes them sinners, even if they eventually return to their Catholic or Christian roots? Additionally, for those former Catholics or Christians struggling with addiction who feel a resentment towards God due to their struggles in life, how would you suggest they release that resentment and rediscover their faith? Thank you
Spirituality & Faith in Recovery
Hello Father Martins and Ryan, My question relates to your recent case file episode, *The Awakening*. Many recovery and mental health programs use yoga and meditation to help individuals find spirituality, similar to the emphasis on a higher power in 12-Step programs. The *12 Steps and 12 Traditions* book suggests that while the goal is often to reconnect with one's religious roots, having some form of faith can be helpful, especially for those who are agnostic or atheist. It's common for people in recovery to return to Catholicism, Christianity, or they go the other route where they feel their spirituality stems from within by following the Buddhist principles through Dharma Recovery. So my question is for the individuals struggling with addiction or alcoholism, do you think finding faith in something other than the one true God makes them sinners, even if they eventually return to their Catholic or Christian roots? Additionally, for those former Catholics or Christians struggling with addiction who feel a resentment towards God due to their struggles in life, how would you suggest they release that resentment and rediscover their faith? Thank you
Phil G
Hello Father Martins and Ryan, My question relates to your recent case file episode, *The Awakening*. Many recovery and mental health programs use yoga and meditation to help individuals find spirituality, similar to the emphasis on a higher power in 12-Step programs. The *12 Steps and 12 Traditions* book suggests that while the goal is often to reconnect with one's religious roots, having some form of faith can be helpful, especially for those who are agnostic or atheist. It's common for people in recovery to return to Catholicism, Christianity, or go the other route where their spiritual foundation they believe stems within from the Buddhist principles through Dharma Recovery. So, my question is for individuals struggling with addiction or alcoholism, do you think finding faith in something other than the one true God makes them sinners, even if eventually they could return to their Catholic or Christian roots? Additionally, for those former Catholics or Christians who are struggling with addiction and have resentment towards God due to their life struggles how would you suggest they release that resentment and rediscover their faith? Thank you.