Module 7: Option 2: The Way of Wisdom
In this module, Fr. Jesse delves into the profound meaning and enduring relevance of Saint Thomas Aquinas’s reflections on wisdom—describing it as “the most noble, the most useful, and the most joyful” of pursuits, one that draws us closest to the divine. At its heart, wisdom is a “taste” for the things of God—a way of perceiving the world through the lens of ultimate truth, especially the truth of who God is. Fr. Jesse will highlight how wisdom shapes our discernment and deepens our relationship with the Father. For Aquinas, wisdom is not merely the result of intellectual effort, but a divine gift—bestowed by grace rather than earned by merit. This module will also explore the vital role of Eucharistic adoration in cultivating this spiritual “taste” for God, offering a path to encounter divine wisdom in a deeply personal and transformative way.