Dan Burke

Dan Burke is the past President and C.O.O. of EWTN’s worldwide news network. He is presently the founder and President of the Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation, which offers graduate and personal enrichment studies in spiritual theology to priests, deacons, religious, and laity in 90 countries and prepares men for seminary in over 40 dioceses. Dan is the author and editor of numerous books on authentic Catholic spirituality and hosts the Divine Intimacy Radio show with his wife, Stephanie, which is broadcast weekly on EWTN Radio. Past episodes can be found, along with thousands of articles on the interior life, at SpiritualDirection.com. In his deep commitment to the advancement of faithful Catholic spirituality, he is also the founder of Apostoli Viae, a world-wide, private association of the faithful dedicated to living and advancing the authentic spiritual patrimony of the Church. Most importantly, Dan is a blessed husband, father of four, grandfather of one—and grateful to be Catholic.

Articles By Dan Burke

You Can’t Make It to Heaven without This Prayer

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “You Can’t Make It to Heaven without This Prayer” as we talk about the importance of mental prayer, what it is, and why you can’t get to heaven without it! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check

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Suffering and Abandonment

“One who is oversensitive and preoccupied with his own suffering often becomes insensible and indifferent to the suffering of others.” – Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen

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Witchcraft, the Occult, and Feminism

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Witchcraft, the Occult, and Feminism” as we talk with Dr. Carrie Gress about the roots of feminism and why it actually cannot be infused with Christianity! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check out our Youtube playlist.

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The Holy Spirit, the Intellect, and Progress in the Interior Life

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “The Holy Spirit, the Intellect, and the Progress in the Interior Life” as we speak with Dr. Alphonso Pinto about the relationship between the Holy Spirit moving in our lives and the intellect controlling our passions, and how we can continue progressing in the interior life!

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Overcoming Difficulties in Prayer

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Overcoming Difficulties in Prayer” as we speak with Fr. Wayne Sattler on how to overcome difficulties in prayer and how to progress in the spiritual life and union with God! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full videos, check

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Resisting Demonic Backlash and Progressing in Prayer after Retreat

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Resisting Demonic Backlash and Progressing in Prayer after Retreat” as we continue discussing the demonic backlash, how to resist the lies of the enemy, and continual progress in prayer after a retreat! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full

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Demonic Backlash and Spiritual Progress after Retreat

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Demonic Backlash and Spiritual Progress after Retreat” as we discuss the spiritual warfare that occurs after a retreat and how you can fight back and continue to progress in your spiritual life! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full

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Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Practical Tips for Your Children” as we continue our discussion Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett about the most important and essential rules of discernment to teach your children! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To watch our full

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Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Teaching Your Children Discernment

Join us for this episode of Divine Intimacy Radio “Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Teaching Your Children Discernment” as we continue talking with Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett about the importance of teaching your children how to discern what is happening in their spiritual lives! Want to listen to more? Subscribe to our  Spotify channel. To

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