Let Love

The Power of a Good Listener

Let Love

Show Notes

From the innocence of children asking for a conversation to encountering Christ on the road to Emmaus, the act of listening opens the heart to profound truths. In this final episode of the season, the Sisters share practical tips on how to listen to others in a way that makes them feel seen, understood, and loved.

This season of Let Love is produced in collaboration with Ascension.

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