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Ten Spiritual Counsels in a Time of Covid-19 
1. This trial is a spiritual opportunity. Many holy men and women found God more deeply
in time of loss, pain, and struggle. Live this time as a special opportunity for spiritual
growth.
2. These days teach us that we are not in control, and that God is, a powerful and healing
lesson for all of life (Mt 5:3).
3. This time, with busyness reduced, offers a priceless opportunity to reflect on our lives,
why we are here, what matters most, the people in our lives. Reflect in this way: it will
pay rich dividends.
4. These weeks offer increased time to be with each other, our spouses, children, parents,
and all the important people in our lives. Spend more time with them, and the
relationships that matter most in your life will be blessed.
5. These anxious days are a time for small, daily, warm, concrete gestures of caring for
others: a helping hand, a phone call, a text, an email, an errand done for another, a
listening ear. Look for such opportunities and respond.
6. “Consolation must now be everyone’s commitment” (Pope Francis). Be a presence that
brings consolation to the worried, the ill, the lonely, the afraid.
7. Follow online the daily words of Pope Francis. He speaks with wisdom, warmth, and
faith about this situation. In this way, you will live these days with the universal Church.
8. In God’s timing, this struggle coincides with Lent. You have more time, and there is
greater need now to live it well. Make this a special Lent. Choose how you will live it.
9. Pray, pray, pray. Spend 15 minutes each day in some form of meditation—you have the
time. It might be lectio divina, Morning and Evening Prayer from the Liturgy of the
Hours, the Rosary, Ignatian meditation or contemplation of Scripture . . . whatever way
best helps you to pray. Pope Benedict writes: “Prayer is the school of hope.”
10. Turn to our Blessed Mother in a new and deeper way. In time of struggle, the Church
always turns to her because “Never was it known that anyone who fled to your
protection, implored your intercession, or sought your help, was left unaided” (the
Memorare).
Just the right book and just the right time. I am delighted to be joined by Dr. Joseph White Ph.D. to discuss “Listening for God in Everyday Life.” At a time when so many are anxious and afraid, this timely new book shines a bright light in all the areas where God is seeking to console and guide us. At a time when we may be asking “Where are you, God?”, Dr. White helps us to see the many unexpected ways in which God is present and waiting to touch our lives. If we can begin to hear and see God in all things our relationship deepens with one who knows us better than ourselves. We realize we are not alone, especially in our fears and struggles. Dr. White is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist and a deep man of prayer. He offers practical insights and questions for us to reflect on to aid our ability to listen with the ears of our hearts.
I really love this book! This is a must-have entry point for anyone wanting to learn more about an incredible 20th-century American woman who’s life continues to speak to us today! In 
It was with great joy we had the opportunity to talk with Fr. Thomas Dubay. His work on “Fire Within” and all the programs he gave us on EWTN was instrumental in my spiritual growth. In those early days, he was like having a distant spiritual director who guided me, as well as the rest of us, toward a deeper relationship with Christ.
What a delight to be joined once again by Dr. James Papndrea, especially to discuss his book “What Really Happens After We Die: There Will Be Hugs in Heaven.” In part 2 of this podcast, we discuss Heaven and the reality of Hell.
