In this second meditation of our Advent series, Fr. Eric Nicolai invites us to contemplate St. Joseph, the “strong and silent” figure whose hidden fidelity protected the Savior of the world. Drawing on the Gospels, the devotion of the Church, and the reflections of Pope Francis, he shows how Joseph’s fatherly heart reveals a model of decisive action, humble service, and spiritual readiness. Joseph’s four angelic dreams and his immediate response to each one inspire us to reject procrastination, embrace our mission, and move with trust toward the manger.

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• Joseph’s role as protector of Mary and Jesus
• Why he is a model of courage, responsibility, and reliability
• The meaning of his four dreams and his instant obedience
• How Joseph teaches us to find our mission in the ordinary
• What it means to serve God quietly and faithfully during Advent

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In this first meditation of our Advent series, Fr. Eric Nicolai invites us to contemplate Mary, the Blessed Mother, who shows us how to awaken from spiritual lethargy and guides us as we prepare ourselves for the coming of Christ. Through the mystery of the Annunciation and her total dedication to God, Mary becomes the one who helps us protect, nourish, and welcome the life of Jesus within us.

Listen now to reflect on:

• The meaning of Advent as a time of awakening and preparation
• Mary’s total dedication to God from her youth
• The Annunciation as the beginning of our redemption
• The power of Marian devotion and sacred images
• Practical ways to let Mary accompany us through Advent

Download our free Advent devotional, Journey to the Manger, for guided prayer with the writings of St. Josemaria and questions for deeper reflection to accompany our Advent podcast series.

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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, silence, and mercy. We are invited to recognize that the kingdom Christ brings is present in the heart of every Christian who asks for grace and opens themselves to his reign.

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• Why the Cross is the true throne of Christ the King.
• How the “good thief” reveals a path to conversion.
• What it means for Christ to reign first in our soul.
• The difference between suffering like Christ and suffering with Christ.
• The interior kingdom Christ offers: joy, mercy, and friendship with God.

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