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St. Josemaria Institute Podcast

St. Josemaria Institute

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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.

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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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  1. Christ the King: A Kingdom of Mercy

    · 30 min

    In this meditation for the Solemnity of Christ the King, Fr. Leo Austin invites us to contemplate the final gospel of the liturgical year, a gospel in which Christ’s kingship is revealed through the cross in suffering,…

  2. Mary: A Model of Dedication

    · 21 min

    In this meditation, Fr. Eric Nicolai helps us contemplate Mary’s unwavering dedication to God, exemplified in her Presentation in the Temple. From her youth, she was overshadowed by the power of God, prepared and…

  3. The Plan of Life: Daily Habits for Holiness

    · 28 min

    In this meditation, Msgr. Fred Dolan reflects on how a plan of life can help us stay anchored in God amid the distractions of daily life. Drawing on the teachings of St. Josemaria Escriva, he explains that holiness is…

  4. The Pathway to Heaven

    · 26 min

    As we commemorate the souls of all the faithful departed this November, Fr. Leo Austin reflects on the Christian meaning of death not as an end but as the great passage into eternal life with God. This meditation helps…

  5. The Fraternity of the Communion of Saints (Rebroadcast)

    · 23 min

    In this meditation, Fr. Javier del Castillo invites us to contemplate the Communion of Saints and the bond that unites all who belong to Christ. Through this divine fraternity, the saints in heaven, the souls in…

  6. Be Not Afraid: On Friendship with Christ

    · 28 min

    In this meditation for the feast of St. John Paul II (October 22), Fr. Leo Austin reflects on the gift of friendship with Christ, a friendship that shaped the life and mission of St. John Paul II. Drawing from the…

  7. Christ is Rich in Mercy

    · 32 min

    In this meditation for the Feast of St. Teresa of Avila (October 15), Fr. Peter Armenio invites us to contemplate the Sacred Heart of Jesus as the living image of God’s mercy. Through prayer and reflection, we discover…

  8. To Jesus Through Mary (Rebroadcast)

    · 25 min

    In this meditation, Msgr. Fred Dolan reflects on the profound role for Our Lady in our lives as Christians and our need “to embrace Our Lady to remind her of how much we love her.” He especially reflects on the meaning…

  9. Dream Big: On the Founding of Opus Dei

    · 29 min

    In this meditation, Fr. Leo Austin helps us pray with the founding vision of Opus Dei and what it means for our own vocation today. Inspired by a common aspiration of St. Josemaría, “Domine, ut videam” (“Lord, that I…

  10. Our Lady of Students: A Model to Hear and Act on God's Word

    · 30 min

    In this meditation, Fr. Marty Miller reflects on the life of Mary, showing us how study, prayer, and discernment are united in the pursuit of holiness. By contemplating God’s Word and acting with faith, Mary shows us…

  11. All for Love: The Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Rebroadcast)

    · 19 min

    In this podcast, Fr. Javier del Castillo explores the meaning that our human suffering can assume when we offer it out of love to God. He explains that “the Lord has not come to get rid of suffering–we continue to…

  12. Love for the Cross: A Path Toward Sanctity

    · 27 min

    In this meditation for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross (September 14), Fr. Marty Miller draws upon the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Josemaria Escriva to share how struggles, contradictions, and…

  13. The Good News of Mary (Rebroadcast)

    · 28 min

    In this podcast, Fr. Leo Agustina helps us to prepare our hearts for the feasts of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (September 8) and Mary's Holy Name (September 12). Her feasts remind us, like St. Joseph, that…

  14. How to Love: The Feast of St. Augustine

    · 29 min

    How is your spiritual life influenced by what you love? Drawing upon the life of St. Augustine, whose feast day is celebrated on August 28, Msgr. Martin Schlag helps us to see how the choice between love of God and…

  15. The Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Rebroadcast)

    · 25 min

    On August 22nd the Church celebrates the Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. On today’s podcast, we reflect on the coronation of our Mother as Queen of the Universe. And, how as children of this…

  16. Mary, Model of Faith | The Solemnity of the Assumption (Rebroadcast)

    · 18 min

    As the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on August 15, Msgr. Fred Dolan shares a reflection on the life of faith modeled by Our Lady and how we too can be filled with a trust…

  17. Listen to Him: The Transfiguration of the Lord (Rebroadcast)

    · 27 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio leads us to listen and reflect on the meaning of the Transfiguration of the Lord and how it should transform us today. The Transfiguration of Jesus encourages us in our…

  18. St. Josemaria Escriva: An Envelope with Terrific Content

    · 32 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the life and mission of St. Josemaria Escriva, describing him as an “envelope with terrific content,” a reference to his profound spiritual legacy. Fr. Peter…

  19. A Jubilee of Youth: The Cross and the Anchor

    · 25 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Leo Austin reflects on the spirit of the Jubilee of Youth, inviting young people, and all who are young at heart, to rediscover the joyful call of Christ amidst the challenges of…

  20. Rooted in Truth: Elijah, Mount Carmel, and the Promise of Our Lady

    · 13 min

    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…

  21. The Tower of the City

    · 31 min

    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…

  22. Reclaiming Childhood in the Digital Age

    · 20 min

    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…

  23. “Born for Greater Things”: Celebrating the Feast of St. Josemaria Escriva

    · 13 min

    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…

  24. The Mystery of Eternal Love: Contemplating the Holy Trinity

    · 35 min

    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…

  25. The Queen of Apostles: Her 'Yes' is Our Strength

    · 31 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio invites us to contemplate the Blessed Virgin Mary as the Queen of Apostles—our model of total self-giving and the one who brings us to Jesus through her “yes.” He…

  26. Letting Go and Letting God: Following the Good Shepherd

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Msgr. Martin Schlag guides us to contemplate Jesus as the Good Shepherd who knows, loves, and leads each of us personally. Drawing from Scripture, as well as the writings of St. Josemaria…

  27. The Visitation: A Sincere Gift of Self

    · 15 min

    In our meditation of the week: Drawing from St. Luke’s account of the Visitation, Msgr. Frederick Dolan invites us to contemplate Mary’s interior life—her overwhelming joy, her urgency to serve, and her radiant…

  28. The Mother of the Fisherman

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on Mary as the model of discipleship. From the Annunciation to Cana, Mary shows us that God’s plan unfolds through human cooperation. Her presence and…

  29. On the Feast of Blessed Alvaro del Portillo (Rebroadcast)

    · 34 min

    In our meditation of the week for the feast of Blessed Alvaro del Portillo, Fr. Javier del Castillo reflects on the life and virtues of the faithful successor of St. Josemaria Escriva, whom he affectionately nicknamed…

  30. With Burning Hearts

    · 29 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on how the Risen Christ remained hidden from the disciples on the road to Emmaus so they would learn to recognize him with the eyes of faith. Drawing from St.…

  31. Proclaiming the Resurrection in Daily Life

    · 26 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the mystery of the Resurrection and our mission to proclaim the joy that Christ is alive. He explains that we are not called to announce that Jesus is risen…

  32. Alleluia! He Is Risen and With Us Still

    · 21 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Donncha Ó hAodha reflects on the overflowing joy and wonder of Christ’s Resurrection and the living presence of the Risen Lord in the Church, in creation, and in our daily lives. Fr.…

  33. “He Loved Them to the End”: A Holy Thursday Meditation

    · 20 min

    In our meditation of the week for Holy Thursday: Fr. Donncha Ó hAodha offers a profound reflection on the enduring, limitless love of Jesus Christ as revealed in the Last Supper and the institution of the Eucharist.…

  34. Holy Week: Keep Watch & Pray

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio shares a reflection on the Gospel passage of the Passion of Christ (Luke 22:14-23:56) which is read on Palm Sunday. During this holiest time of the year, the Church…

  35. Fifth Sunday & Week of Lent: The Gift of Mercy

    · 25 min

    In our meditation of the week: Reflecting on the Gospel of the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1–11), Msgr. Fred Dolan invites us to contemplate the gift of mercy—a central theme of the Christian life. In this…

  36. Fourth Sunday & Week of Lent: Sharing in the Self-Emptying of Christ

    · 32 min

    Note: This meditation was recorded in front of a live audience. In our meditation for the Fourth Week of Lent, Fr. Peter Armenio invites us to renew our commitment to the three pillars of Lent: almsgiving, prayer, and…

  37. A Genuine Priest: On the 100th Anniversary of St. Josemaria's Ordination

    · 20 min

    In our meditation of the week: Msgr. Fred Dolan reflects on the 100th anniversary of St. Josemaria’s priestly ordination on March 28, 1925. He invites us to consider the extraordinary fruitfulness of St. Josemaria’s…

  38. Third Sunday & Week of Lent: Beginning Again

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the readings for the Third Sunday of Lent and how they teach us to see that God approaches us first because he eminently wills our happiness-- a happiness…

  39. Second Sunday & Week of Lent: Transfigured by Silence

    · 26 min

    In our meditation of the week: Msgr. Dolan reflects on the Transfiguration of Christ and how this scene reminds us that a major goal of the Lenten season is to create an interior silence that allows us to enjoy God's…

  40. First Sunday & Week of Lent: Fortitude

    · 24 min

    In our meditation of the week: we reflect on the virtue of fortitude as the driving force to overcome temptation. St. Josemaria Escriva reminds us, "A task which presents no difficulties lacks human appeal – and…

  41. Take Up Your Cross

    · 22 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on self-denial as a path to deeper faith and freedom in Christ. As we begin Lent, we are reminded that to follow Our Lord, we must deny ourselves and take up…

  42. Come and See: Drawing Others to Christ

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the first evangelical words of Christ—"Come and see"—and the power of personal witness in evangelization. He highlights how spreading the Gospel does not…

  43. Realistic Optimism: A Call to Personal Sanctity

    · 30 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on St. Josemaria Escriva's teaching on realistic optimism— omnia in bonum- the confidence that Christ has already conquered all on our behalf, and that by…

  44. The Inestimable Value of Ordinary Life

    · 29 min

    In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the hidden years of Jesus' life and the profound sanctity found in the ordinary. He emphasizes how Jesus, Mary, and Joseph lived lives of simplicity and…

  45. Living as Children of God: On Divine Filiation

    · 27 min

    The following meditation was recorded in front of a live audience. In this meditation, Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the profound reality of God’s unconditional love for us as his sons and daughters. Drawing from the…

  46. Preserving the Light of Christ

    · 27 min

    The following meditation was recorded in front of a live audience. In this meditation, Fr. Peter Armenio explores the parables of the mustard seed (Matthew 13:31-32) and the sower (Luke 8:4-15), illustrating how God’s…

  47. The Beatitudes: Pathway to Happiness

    · 29 min

    In our meditation of the week; Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on the call to be “salt of the earth” and “light of the world,” as described in the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 5:1-16). He explains that these images capture…

  48. A Disposition of Love: Our Baptismal Calling

    · 27 min

    The following meditation was recorded in front of a live audience. In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio reflects on how a disposition (or willingness) to love is required to fulfill our baptismal calling…

  49. Living as Apostles: The Necessity for a Plan of Life

    · 27 min

    The following meditation was recorded in front of a live audience. In our meditation of the week: Fr. Peter Armenio underscores the relevance of St. Josemaria’s spirituality for our times, drawing a parallel between…

  50. God with Us: A Reflection on the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

    · 30 min

    Do you have the desire to give yourself completely to God? What’s holding you back? In our meditation of the week: as we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God (January 1), Fr. Donncha Ó hAodha reflects on…

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