Catching Fire, Becoming Flame dvd: A Guide for Spiritual Transformation

Paraclete Video Productions

ISBN 10: 1612613802 ISBN 13: 9781612613802

Publisher: Paraclete Press, 2013

Do you need a spiritual tune-up? Ever wonder how some people become enthusiastic and on fire about their relationship with God? In this six-session video presentation, Father Albert Haase gives you the tools and kindling to prepare for the spark of God in your life - and then shows you how to fan it into flame until you are set ablaze. His teaching glows with time-tested wisdom as an experienced spiritual director shares the secrets of the saints. With supplemental reading suggestions and reflection questions, this eminently practical video functions like a personal, spiritual retreat.

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Review

Franciscan Father Albert Haase, former missionary in China seasoned spiritual director, here offers a follow-up to his previous video, based as well on his 2013 book, Catching Fire, Becoming Flame. Using much scriptural material and works from the Catholic mystical tradition, Haase addresses how to keep one’s spiritual flame burning. His six presentation—“Grace and Spiritual Direction,” “Resisting Temptation,” “The Four Ds” (dryness, darkness, depression, and desolation), “Making Sense of Suffering,” “Living in the Present Moment,” and “Agenda of the Ego”—offer an animated Haase deftly relating to the topics. Relevant illustrations and graphics help to reinforce his message. While based on the catholic tradition, the video would appeal to anyone seeking a deeper spiritual life.
Though not replacing face-to-face direction, the solid advice offered in this program, filmed in front of a live audience in such a way that the viewer feels part of the group, will help anyone who has been struggling with their spirituality. —Augustine J. Curley, Library Journal

About the Actor

Fr. Albert Haase, OFM, is a former missionary to mainland China and the award-winning author of six books, including the one upon which this video presentation is based: Catching Fire, Becoming Flame. Preacher of parish missions, presenter of spirituality workshops, spiritual director, and co-host of Spirit and Life on the Relevant Radio Network, he resides in Texas. Visit his website at AlbertOFM.org.

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