In this final episode, Fr. McDermott discuss the final step of the spiritual life which is actually comprised of two stages: "perfect love" and "perfect union". On the "Christ-Bridge" we find ourselves with St. Catherine at the "mouth" of Christ which corresponds to the first chapter of the "Song of Songs". Fr. McDermott expands on St. Catherine's teachings on the role we have as sons and daughters of the Father. Fr. McDermott then offers a summation of St. Catherine's teachings as a conclusion for our discussions. The post SCS8 – Perfect Love and Perfect Union – St. Catherine of Siena with Fr. Thomas McDermott O.P. – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.