In this episode of The Dark Night Podcast, tap dance artist Andrew Nemr and Pastor Mike Freeman delve into St. John of the Cross's 'Dark Night of the Soul.' They discuss the spiritual disorientation that occurs when the usual sources of comfort and orientation are stripped away, and how this experience, often misinterpreted as a negative one, can be a profound part of spiritual growth.

Reading: Introduction, Prologue, and Book I Chapters 1-3 

00:00 Introduction to The Dark Night Podcast

01:42 Experiencing Disorientation and Isolation

07:44 Reflections on St. John of the Cross's Poem

11:46 Navigating Through Spiritual Darkness

23:07 The Journey from Spiritual Milk to Maturity

36:28 Exploring Psalm 22: A Deep Dive

38:05 Community and Isolation in Faith

39:35 The Passion of Christ: Reflections and Memories

41:31 Navigating Personal Darkness

49:25 The Role of Darkness in Spiritual Growth

01:09:26 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections