St. Josemaria Institute Podcast

In this third meditation of our Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ, Fr. Donncha Ó hAodha reflects on Jesus’ words from the Cross: “Woman, behold your son.” (…) “Behold your mother.” In this tender exchange, Christ entrusts his Mother to the beloved disciple, and to each of us, revealingthe depth of his love and the gift of Mary’s maternal closeness in our lives. 
Fr. Ó hAodha invites us this Lent to stand at the foot of the Cross with Our Lady, to receive her confidently as Our Mother, and to learn how to remain close to Jesus in his Passion from her quiet, faithful presence. 

PAUSE & REFLECT  
What worries and hesitations can I give to Our Lady and entrust them to her intercession? 
In what ways do I shield my heart, keeping it closed off from God or from my loved ones who deserve to find my heart open like Our Lady? 
What temptations am I battling in my life that I should be seeking out divine help and intercession? 
 
LENT 2026 DEVOTIONAL 
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In this second meditation of our Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ, Msgr. Martin Schlag reflects on Jesus’ promise to the Good Thief: “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise," which reveals the power and repentance and depth of God's mercy. 
Msgr. Schlag encourages us to examine our hearts this Lent, ask for the grace of sincere conversion, and place our trust in the saving love of Christ. 

PAUSE & REFLECT 
What obstacles do I need to remove to more fully allow the work of the Holy Spirit to mold me into the image of Christ? 
Do I approach my work with an optimistic Christian outlook? 
As I look back on my unique journey with Our Lord, for what moments can I give thanks for when he has made his presence most known to me? 
 
LENT 2026 DEVOTIONAL 
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In this first meditation of our Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ, Msgr. Fred Dolan reflects on Jesus’ prayer from the Cross: “Father, forgive them; they know not what they do.” These words, spoken amid suffering, awaken us to the reality of sin and the mercy Christ offers to us even in our blindness. 
This meditation invites us to approach Lent with seriousness and sincerity, asking for the grace of true contrition and a deeper awareness of God’s point of view. 

PAUSE & REFLECT 
How do I make efforts to seek out and accept the mercy of Our Lord through prayer and the sacrament of Penance? 
How can I deepen my appreciation of the redemptive value of my work—today and throughout the Lenten season? 
As I begin this season of Lent, what relationships in my life—family, work, or social—requires more effort on my part, particularly to better communicate? 
 
LENT 2026 DEVOTIONAL 
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In this meditation marking the 20th anniversary of the St. Josemaría Institute, Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the life, spirituality and enduring influence of St. Josemaria Escriva. Fr. Peter explains how St. Josemaria’s vision places the lay faithful at the center of evangelization and reminds us that, "Sanctity is not reserved for a privileged few. All the ways of the earth, every state in life, every profession, every honest task can be divine” (Conversations, no. 26). 
Listen to reflect on: 
The lasting fruit of St. Josemaría’s mission 
The universal call to holiness 
The mission of the laity in today’s world 
Evangelization through friendship and daily life 
Confidence in God’s grace at work through ordinary means 
The responsibility that comes with receiving a gift 
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In this meditation, Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on Christ’s enduring call to conversion, particularly as we prepare for the penitential season of Lent. Drawing inspiration from the spiritual aspiration of St. Josemaria, “nunc coepi — now I begin,” Fr. Peter reminds us that the Christian life advances through repeated efforts, perseverance in our struggles, and reliance on grace. 
Listen now to reflect on: 
Conversion as an ongoing process, not a one-time event 
The role of prayer, penance, and charity in encountering Christ 
Why holiness grows through “little conversions” 
Beginning again with hope rather than discouragement 
Trusting grace more than personal success 
 This meditation is an excerpt from  “Come and See”: A Spiritual Retreat. This 5-part audio retreat invites us during the season of Lent to examine our heart, confront the obstacles that impede our relationship with Christ, and renew our desire for conversion. Access the retreat online at www.stjosemaria.org.
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