Interior Discipleship to deep prayer and divine union
Join thousands of others escaping modern shallowness in search of divine depth.
The Interior path to deep prayer and divine union
Join thousands of others escaping modern shallowness in search of divine depth.
Practical Advancement to Deeper Prayer through
Interior Life Discipleship
Step-by-Step Practicality
Based on 2000 years of saintly wisdom, receive distilled actionable steps to advance through the three stages of the spiritual life.
Community Support
All disciples are connected with a community for personal support, discussion, and fellowship.
Peer Accountability
Disciples are given a structure for check-ins and encouragement in their plan of life.
Interior Life Transformation
Episcopal Encouragement
Bishop Strickland
“SOCA’s work to make [The Soul of the Apostolate] a way of life takes the person to the center of who they are. We are built to live from the soul and our modern world is starving for the food that nurtures the very core of our life as children of God. . . . (SOCA is) essential for feeding that hunger and changing our world.”
Archbishop Aquila
“SOCA is unique in its blend of zeal, authentically Catholic mysticism, and practicality, to form the next generation of Catholic lay apostles and Catholic leaders. All are called to holiness, which is the source of fruitful apostolic activity . . . "
Bishop
Vasa
“Soul of the Apostolate: This is both the title of a book and the identification of an essential element of Catholic Social apostolates. The book repeatedly makes clear that God is more important to our apostolates than we are. The spiritual life, that essential connection of the individual soul to God, is the SOUL of any apostolate. Without this connection, this interior life, this connection with God, the apostolate may continue but it will be largely very much like an NGO. There are an abundance of ‘catchy phrases’ in the book which speak volumes of truth. Do not leave the God of works in order to pursue the works of God.”
Archbishop Gullickson
“SOCA – Souls of the Christian Apostolate— is among the honest and enthusiastic efforts in the Church today to contribute to the all-important work of Evangelization, sowing the seed of the Gospel in people’s hearts, and thereby to bring our world to Jesus, the Lord of Life. I must say, SOCA sought me out and in doing so caught me pleasantly by surprise. This group is both solid and genuine; it speaks to our times. Men and young men, in particular, need a challenge, while being offered solid Catholic nourishment rooted in our best tradition. Take a closer look at SOCA and if you have not yet encountered Dom Jean-Baptiste Chautard’s The Soul of the Apostolate, treat yourself to one of the classic books on the spiritual life.”
STAGES OF DEEP PRAYER
"Oh, how many are called to the feast of the divine union, yet how few are chosen to taste its delights because they will not respond to the dark and painful preparatory purgations!" -St. John of the Cross
Stage 1: Mental Prayer (Purgative way)
Learn and grow in the daily habit mental prayer. Accompanied with a practical plan and support to develop essential spiritual discipline. 6-12+ months.
"Mental prayer is morally necessary for salvation . . . All saints became such through mental prayer."
-St. Alphonsus Ligouri
"The devil knows he has lost a soul who perseveringly practices 15 minutes of mental prayer daily."
-St. Teresa of Avila
Stage 2: Contemplation (Illuminative way)
Learn the signs of contemplation and how to dispose yourself to receive God's purifying action in your active and contemplative life. Accompanied with a full plan of life. 6-24+ months.
"In the inner stillness where meditation leads, the Spirit secretly anoints the soul and heals our deepest wounds."
-St. John of the Cross
Stage 3: Union & Mission (Unitive way)
Learn about the prayer of union and beyond, and how contemplative union finds an outlet in fruitful mission in service of God. Opportunity to provide discipleship to others. Accompanied with an advanced plan of life. Lifetime of progress and learning of spirituality.
"The soul in the state of union is like a log that is entirely transformed into fire, where the fire and the log are so unified that the log no longer has any properties except those of fire."
-St. John of the Cross
"The favors the soul receives in these mansions make it very desirous of suffering... It no longer seeks rest in prayer but derives its rest from labor."
-St. Teresa of Avila
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I control what stage I am in?
The timeline for designing and developing a website varies based on the project's complexity and scope. A basic website typically takes 4-6 weeks, while more complex sites with custom features may take 8-12 weeks or longer. We'll provide a detailed timeline after assessing your specific needs and requirements.
Why the stages? On what basis are they formed?
Yes, we can revamp your existing website without starting from scratch. We evaluate your current site, identify areas for improvement, and implement updates to enhance functionality, design, and user experience while preserving your existing content and structure.
Isn't there a danger of over-calculating your spiritual life?
Absolutely, we offer comprehensive website maintenance services. These include regular updates, security checks, performance optimization, and content updates to ensure your website remains secure, fast, and up-to-date.
How does this fit in with spiritual direction? Are you doing that?
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Who is this for?
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Is this Catholic? Is it orthodox?
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Is this virtual or in-person?
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Do I have to do it with friends? Do I have to do it solo?
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What is the time investment?
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How is this different than other discipleship organizations?
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How is this different than prayer groups and apps?
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Why is it helpful to study the stages of the spiritual life?
Yes, we specialize in search engine optimization (SEO) to improve your website's visibility on search engines. Our SEO services include keyword research, on-page optimization, content creation, and technical SEO to help increase your organic traffic and rankings.
Isn't there a danger of setting up a hierarchy of who is holier than who?
Our web design process involves several key steps to ensure a successful and efficient project. It begins with a consultation where we understand your goals, target audience, and specific requirements. Next, we move on to planning, where we create a sitemap and wireframes to establish the site structure. The design phase follows, during which we develop design mockups and seek your feedback to ensure alignment with your vision. In the development stage, we build the website using the latest technologies, ensuring functionality and aesthetic appeal. After development, we conduct thorough testing to guarantee the site's functionality and compatibility across various devices and browsers. Once everything is in order, we launch the website and monitor its performance closely. Finally, we provide ongoing maintenance and support to keep your website updated and running smoothly.
Is there an evangelization component?
Yes, we offer a wide range of graphic design services beyond web design. Our services include logo design, branding, print materials, social media graphics, and more. We aim to provide cohesive and visually appealing designs for all your business needs.
Can I just try it and see if it is for me?
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How does discipleship work?
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Can I do this while a part of another organization/group?
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Who is doing the discipleship?
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