Easter: Interior Freedom
This Easter, embrace the freedom of the Resurrection as we pray with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, Fr. John Burns, Liz Tabish, and Kevin James through the spiritual classic "Interior Freedom" by Fr. Jacques Philippe. In each session, we’ll learn how to walk in freedom amidst the circumstances of our daily lives, let go of external attachments, and discover the peace and freedom that come with trusting in God’s love and grace. Learn more about the book: https://hallow.com/interiorfreedom
21 sessions
1What is Interior Freedom?Happy Easter! We begin with a special introduction from Fr. Jacques Philippe, the author of the spiritual classic "Interior Freedom." Then, Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT, helps us explore the freedom won for us by the Resurrection.
Day 1: Sr. Miriam & Fr. Philippe13 min
2What Freedom Is NotIn today's session, Sr. Miriam leads us as we explore the many false versions of freedom the world offers us and consider the freedom that comes only from God.
Day 2: Sr. Miriam12 min
3Authentic FreedomToday, we'll hear about the childlike dependence on God that leads us to true interior freedom. Then we'll conclude by praying the "Suscipe" from St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Day 3: Sr. Miriam12 min
4MeditationIn today's session, we'll welcome Fr. John Burns, who will lead us all the way back to the beginning with an incredible guided meditation.
Day 4: Fr. John Burns14 min
5DemonsToday, we're joined by Liz Tabish, who plays Mary Magdalene on the TV series "The Chosen," as we reflect on Mary Magdalene's own journey to interior freedom.
Day 5: Liz Tabish10 min
6InterviewHallow CEO and co-founder, Alex Jones is joined by actor and comedian Kevin James as he shares his own testimony and journey to interior freedom.
Day 6: Kevin James & Alex J17 min
7HomilyOn this Divine Mercy Sunday, we're joined by Fr. Frankie Cicero, a priest of the Diocese of Phoenix, who will preach a homily on this Sunday's readings.
Day 7: Fr. Frankie Cicero14 min
8Accepting OurselvesWelcome back to the second week of Easter! Today, Sr. Miriam shares Jacques Philippe's wisdom on accepting ourselves. We'll close by praying for the grace to see ourselves as God does.
Day 8: Sr. Miriam12 min
9Accepting SufferingIn today's session, Sr. Miriam invites us to reflect on how we can seek interior freedom even in the midst of suffering, drawing wisdom from Jacques Philippe.
Day 9: Sr. Miriam14 min
10Accepting OthersIn this session, we'll hear what Jacques Philippe tells us about accepting others and finding freedom through forgiveness. Then, Sr. Miriam leads us in a guided meditation on reconciliation.
Day 10: Sr. Miriam13 min
11LoveToday, we're joined again by Fr. John Burns, who'll lead us in a guided meditation on healing our wounds.
Day 11: Fr. John Burns
12Foot of the CrossLiz Tabish leads us to the foot of the Cross, where we'll join Mary Magdalene as she bears witness to Christ's Passion. We'll close our session by praying the "Litany of Trust," written by the Sisters of Life.
Day 12: Liz Tabish12 min
13InterviewWe'll return today for part two of Alex's conversation with Kevin James. In this segment, Alex shares his own personal story of freedom.
Day 13: Kevin James & Alex J
14HomilyOn this Third Sunday of Easter, Fr. Frankie Cicero preaches a homily on the Sunday readings.
Day 14: Fr. Frankie Cicero
15The Freedom of the Present MomentWelcome back! This week, we'll turn our attention to tangible practices we can incorporate into daily life to help us grow in interior freedom. We'll reflect on Jacques Philippe's encouragement to embrace the practice of living in the present moment.
Day 15: Sr. Miriam
16Consent and AcceptanceIn today's session, Sr. Miriam leads us back to Lisieux as we look to St. Therese to teach us her practice of consent and acceptance.
Day 16: Sr. Miriam
17Etty's ExampleAs we come to the end of "Interior Freedom," we'll look to Etty Hillesum, who died in Auschwitz, as a model of freedom.
Day 17: Sr. Miriam
18MeditationFr. John Burns brings us to the upper room, as a we journey through a guided meditation on the Blessed Mother's encounter with the resurrected Christ.
Day 18: Fr. John Burns
19ResurrectionLiz Tabish joins us one last time, as we reflect upon the freedom Mary Magdalene found at the tomb on Easter morning.
Day 19: Liz Tabish
20InterviewIn the final part of their conversation, Alex Jones and Kevin James discuss the practices they incorporate into their daily lives as they work toward interior freedom. Then, they'll introduce us to the "Rosary of Liberation."
Day 20: Kevin James & Alex J
21HomilyFr. Frankie joins us on this final day of our challenge to share a homily on the Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday of Easter.
Day 21: Fr. Frankie Cicero