A Conversation Between Father Ronald Rolheiser and John Mark Comer
From The Contemplative Pastor by Practicing the Way
February 19, 2026 · 1h 22m
About this episode
John Mark Comer and Father Ronald Rolheiser discuss the stages of discipleship and cultivating a mature life in the context of faith.
What are the stages of discipleship that we must consider to help cultivate a lifetime of discipleship to Jesus? In this episode, join John Mark Comer and Father Rolheiser as they explore lessons he’s learned after spending a half-century in the priesthood, what cultivating a mature life looks like while reckoning with age and illness, and the three stages of discipleship. This conversation took place in the spring of 2023. Father Ronald Rolheiser is a priest, theologian, professor, and award-winning author whose life’s work has had a deep impact on Practicing the Way. To find more resources and experiences tailored just for you—the pastor—visit practicingtheway.org/pastor . This podcast and its episodes are free, thanks to the generosity of The Circle and other givers. You can learn more about The Circle or contribute toward future resources like this podcast at practicingtheway.org/give .
People in this episode
Host: John Mark Comer
Guest: Father Ronald Rolheiser
Topics covered
- discipleship
- spiritual growth
- priesthood
- maturity
- age and illness
Keywords
- discipleship
- spirituality
- Father Ronald Rolheiser
- John Mark Comer
- priesthood
- maturity
- age
- illness
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Practicing the Way
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