The Spiritual Canticle of St. John of the Cross

We kick-off our series on the stigmatists with a look at the first noted stigmatists - St. Francis of Assisi. Though we also discuss, in general, what the stigmata is and it's deep theology. For more content on the mystics, the stigmata and more - join my Patreon at http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Welcome back to St. Anthony's Tongue! We kick off our new season full of mystics and saints with a refresher episode. I hope you enjoy! For more on Catholic Mysticism, Catholic Saints, Mystics and more check out my Patreon below www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

For the remainder of these tales, join me on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue As I prepare for Season Three of St. Anthony's Tongue, I've been researching unique and weird stories from medieval Catholicism. Here, I've come across a great collection of folk tales surrounding the Virgin Mary, which was written by the mysterious Pope Celestine V. I hope you enjoy this collection, and join me on Patreon for the rest -but also for more bonus episodes, prayer books, a Discord server and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Dear Friends, This episode marks the finale of our series on mysticism. However, it can still be enjoyed, even if you haven't listened to all of the episodes this season. While this will mark an official break, please check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue as well as follow on social media for more content and to see what's next. Thank you for allowing me to be even a small part of your journey. -W. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Mary was more than just the mother of God, but also the model mystic. Join us as we approach Mary's mysticism alongside the Glorious Mysteries. For more St. Anthony's Tongue join our Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Mary's sorrows are a deep ocean of Catholic Mysticism. Join me as we explore her sorrowful mysteries and see how Mary is the model mystic for Christian Contemplation. For more content on Mary, Mysticism + More join the Patreon at: http://www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Mary isn't only the Mother of God, but also the model mystic. In this series, we will explore what Mary can teach us about the contemplative Catholic path of Christian mysticism. For bonus episodes and similar content check out our Patreon at: www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

One of the most interesting practices to spring from The Cloud of Unknowing is Centering Prayer. This is a simple yet profound method of connecting with the divine, though it's also had some criticism. Here I hope to share a balanced take on a very fruitful practice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

A mysterious text took medieval England by storm. The book was written by a mysterious monk, aiding his student in Christian contemplation - teaching him to unite with God by going beyond the intellect. This book was The Cloud of Unknowing, and today, we're discussing it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions! This week we discuss: - Purgatory - Was Our Lady of Guadalupe an indigenous goddess? - Santa Muerte and Our Lady of Sorrows - Deconstruction - Is Ancestral Veneration "Catholic"? + much more! ___ For bonus content, and to have questions like this answered by me more directly - consider joining the Patreon at www.patreon.com/anthonystongue --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stanthonystongue/support