Rooted in Truth: Elijah, Mount Carmel, and the Promise of Our Lady
In our meditation of the week:Fr. Fred Dolan reflects on the dramatic showdown between the prophet Elijah and the 450 prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18), commemorated in the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Fr. Fred highlights Elijah’s courage in standing alone for the truth and explains how Catholics today are called to live with similar conviction in a world that often abandons its spiritual foundations.Listen now to reflect on:• Elijah’s bold witness on Mount Carmel in defense of the true God• How modern society imitates idolatry through rootlessness and cultural fads• Pope Francis’s warning about building lives without strong spiritual roots• The vital role of doctrine, Church history, and daily study in forming conviction• How God's grace, the power of truth, and a friendly approach, help us conquer false prophets View TranscriptVisit Show PageSupport the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Let us know that our podcast is important to you: Share your favorite episodes with others and leave us a rating or review. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: www.stjosemaria.org Also, if you enjoy the podcast, please consider helping us keep our episodes free and accessible for all our listeners: Give today!
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The Tower of the City
In our meditation of the week: Fr. Leo Austin reflects on the presence of the Blessed Virgin Mary in every step of the way of our lives and vocation. Marking the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the Shrine of Torreciudad (Spain), Fr. Leo draws from the Gospel of Luke, the life of St. Josemaria Escriva, and the Church’s mission to recall and praise Mary’s role in guiding us with strength, peace, and joy.Listen now to reflect on:• Mary’s visitation to Elizabeth as a model of divine initiative and joyful urgency• St. Josemaria’s miraculous healing and enduring gratitude to Our Lady• Torreciudad as a visible expression of Marian devotion and mission• Pope Leo’s call to renew the Church through dedication to our interior lives• How Mary strengthens our interior life and vocation with peace and purpose• The assurance of Mary’s presence in temptation, sorrow, and daily lifeAs mentioned in the meditation: Pocket Crucifix, Marian Shrine of Torreciudad - Official Website View TranscriptVisit Show PageSupport the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Let us know that our podcast is important to you: Share your favorite episodes with others and leave us a rating or review. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: www.stjosemaria.org Also, if you enjoy the podcast, please consider helping us keep our episodes free and accessible for all our listeners: Give today!
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Reclaiming Childhood in the Digital Age
In our meditation of the week:Msgr. Fred Dolan explores the spiritual and societal impact of our growing dependence on digital devices, particularly among the young. Drawing on insights from Professor Jonathan Haidt’s "The Anxious Generation" and recent cultural trends, the meditation helps us bring to our prayer the devastating effects of our digital age on our attention, mental health, and spiritual life.Listen now to reflect on:• The transformation from play-based to phone-based childhood and its devastating effects• The physical and psychological harms linked to Gen Z's digital habits• How constant screen exposure fragments attention and weakens human connection• Four practical norms to reclaim childhood: delay smartphones, limit social media, phone-free schools, and encourage free playView TranscriptVisit Show PageSupport the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Let us know that our podcast is important to you: Share your favorite episodes with others and leave us a rating or review. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: www.stjosemaria.org Also, if you enjoy the podcast, please consider helping us keep our episodes free and accessible for all our listeners: Give today!
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“Born for Greater Things”: Celebrating the Feast of St. Josemaria Escriva
In our meditation of the week: On the 50th anniversary of St. Josemaria Escriva’s entrance into heaven (June 26, 1975), we reflect on the enduring legacy of his life and message. Msgr. Dolan explores the central theme of divine filiation - the foundation of Opus Dei’s spirit, and how it empowers ordinary Christians to become contemplatives in the middle of the world.Listen now to reflect on:• The moment in 1931 when St. Josemaria grasped his identity as a beloved child of God• How divine filiation filled his heart with joy and shaped the spirituality of Opus Dei• The meaning behind “Omnia in bonum” and “Ad maiora natus sum”• Why a personalized “plan of life” helps us turn each day into a symphony of prayer• St. Josemaria’s impact on those around him - from young students to scientists and engineersView TranscriptVisit Show PageSupport the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Let us know that our podcast is important to you: Share your favorite episodes with others and leave us a rating or review. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: www.stjosemaria.org Also, if you enjoy the podcast, please consider helping us keep our episodes free and accessible for all our listeners: Give today!
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The Mystery of Eternal Love: Contemplating the Holy Trinity
In our meditation of the week: On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Fr. Javier del Castillo leads us in a profound meditation on the central mystery of our faith: the Blessed Trinity. Through Scripture, Church teachings, and insights from St. Josemaria Escriva, we are invited to deepen our relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.Listen now to reflect on:• Why the Trinity created us out of a desire to share eternal love• How each Person of the Trinity is distinct yet inseparable• What the Church Fathers and early Councils taught against heresies like Arianism• How Jesus Christ is our gateway into communion with the Trinity• St. Josemaria’s devotion to the Trinity—and his image of “1-0-3” as a sign of humility• Why intellectual humility is essential for contemplating this mystery• How baptism initiates our filial relationship with each Person of the TrinityView TranscriptVisit Show PageSupport the showTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Let us know that our podcast is important to you: Share your favorite episodes with others and leave us a rating or review. Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: www.stjosemaria.org Also, if you enjoy the podcast, please consider helping us keep our episodes free and accessible for all our listeners: Give today!
Tune in to the St. Josemaria Institute Podcast to fuel your prayer and conversation with God. On our weekly podcast we share meditations given by priests who, in the spirit of St. Josemaria Escriva, offer points for reflection to guide you in your personal prayer and help you grow closer to God.The meditations are typically under 30 minutes so that you can take advantage of them during your time of prayer, commute, walk, lunch, or any time you want to listen to something good.The St. Josemaria Institute was established in 2006 in the United States to promote the life and teachings of St. Josemaria, priest and founder of Opus Dei, through prayer, devotions, digital and social media, and special programs and initiatives.
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