St. Josemaria Institute Podcast

In this fourth meditation of our Lenten series on the Seven Last Words of Christ, Fr. Leo Austin reflects on Jesus’ anguished cry from the Cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” With these words, Christ enters fully into the depths of human suffering, revealing both the weight of sin and his unwavering trust in God the Father. 
Fr. Leo invites us to bring our own moments of darkness and desolation to prayer, asking for the grace to trust God even when he seems distant, and to unite our suffering to Christ’s redemptive love. 
PAUSE & REFLECT 
Who in my life can I lift up in prayer to free them from the power of darkness and entrust them to the light of Christ? 
Where is the Holy Spirit prompting me to move my attention away from myself—my to-do list, my accomplishments, my shortcomings, my sins—and to refocus on God’s will for my life? 
 
LENT 2026 DEVOTIONAL 
 
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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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