


159. Basic Training (Luke 3:10-20)
How did St. John the Baptist prepare the way for Jesus? How was he different from Jesus? Find out when Fr. John Bartunek reflects on the Gospel for this coming Sunday, an excerpt from his meditation book “The Better Part”.

Seeking God in Our Daily Duties
How important are our usual daily duties and obligations? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen explains in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Solemnity)
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception is in perfect harmony with the spirit of Advent; while the soul is preparing for the coming of the Redeemer, it is fitting to think of her, the all-pure one, who was His Mother.

158. Preparing the Way (Luke 3:1-6)
Why, and by whom, does Jesus announce his coming ahead of time? Fr. John Bartunek reflects on the Gospel for this upcoming Second Sunday of Advent.

Sanctity and My Duties
Can we find holiness in our day-to-day duties, even if they are not religious ones?

225. Endgame (Luke 21:25-38)
Fr. John Bartunek reflects the Day of the Lord, the coming of the Messiah, and the end times, an excerpt from his meditation book “The Better Part” on this coming Sunday’s Gospel.

Perfect Union
If someone is in perfect union with God, can they still be affected by evil? Find out when Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in today’s excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.

Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King of the Universe
In what way is Christ the King? Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects on the last Solemnity and Sunday of the Church’s liturgical year, in this excerpt from his classic Carmelite meditation book “Divine Intimacy”.

The Divine Invitation
Do we respond gratefully, or with ingratitude, for all that God has done for us? On this Thanksgiving Day in the U.S., Father Gabriel of Saint Mary Magdalen reflects in this excerpt from the Carmelite meditation classic “Divine Intimacy”.