Pádraig Ó Tuama on poetry, conflict resolution, and the Stations of the Cross
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Pádraig Ó Tuama discusses the intersection of poetry, faith, and personal identity in the context of his experiences with conversion therapy.
The poet and theologian, Pádraig Ó Tuama, joins James Martin, S.J., on “The Spiritual Life” podcast to talk about how poetry and the Taizé community became a lifeline for Pádraig after he was subjected to multiple exorcisms, attempting to cast out his homosexuality as a form of conversion therapy. Pádraig is the host of On Being’s podcast, “Poetry Unbound,” and has published volumes of poetry, essays, a memoir and has written on theological topics. His books include: Being Here: Prayers for Curiosity, Justice, and Love Kitchen Hymns Timecodes: 0:00 What do you really want? 1:25 The conversion therapies inflicted upon Pádraig Ó Tuama 7:00 Pádraig’s younger years among the Catholic charismatic movement 11:24 How Pádraig accepted his homosexuality and renewed his faith 17:40 Coming out as a poet and being haunted by Emily Dickenson 25:44 Pádraig’s understanding of prayer 32:25 Practicing the Stations of the Cross 37:45 Required spiritual practices for reconciliation 43:20 How to deal with criticism 51:40 Audience Question: What practices can I bring from retreats into my daily life? Read Fr. Jim's article reflecting on poetry and prayer. Do you have a spiritual question for Fr. Jim…
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