Finding God in the Darkness.

St. John of the Cross spoke of the dark night of the soul.

This term is often misunderstood as simply any difficult time in one's life. However, properly understood, the dark nights (whether active or passive, whether of the senses or of the soul) are times of transition for us. As painful as the disorientation or frustration of the dark night be, it is really good news. It is a sign we are growing and changing and setting aside one more impediment to a closer union with God. Perhaps we could think of the dark night as the birthing pains that produce a new, richer, deeper life in God. This video offers some examples of what the experience of the dark night might be for one in the stage of purgation.
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[brendan.varnas]

Thank you Deacon Richard! I'm happy I found your channel. This video is very helpful and hopeful.

[tomwesterkamp]

Thanks for sharing your insights on the Dark Night...many of us can relate and find comfort in this reflection

[bryansmith]

thank you. i'm in it and progress is slow, and it often times feels like i'm going backwards, it's painful and confusing, but there IS progress. thank God for that.

[miguelramos]

Thank you very much, it is very helpful, God bless you.

[Sarah-exsr]

Great video... hard to be in the dark nights, but I agree, a good time for growth.. if we allow it

[docnicandriacchi]

Thanks Deacon Rich for sharing these insights much helpful in my journey durning these difficult times
Blessings my brother has we fight the good fight of our Faith
Doc Nic