Join us on The Lenten Path as Kate reflects on Psalm 42: “My soul thirsts for God, the living God.” A simple moment of thirst leads her to contemplate whether we truly yearn for God with the same urgency we seek water. She explores Jesus’ words on the cross—“I thirst”—revealing His deep, personal love for us.

Inspired by Saint Mother Teresa’s reflection, Kate challenges us to respond to Christ’s thirst with our own longing for Him. Through prayer and gratitude, she invites us to let God’s living water renew and sustain us this Lent.

Join us on The Lenten Path as Gerald reflects on the steadfast faith of Saint Joseph and his silent yet powerful role in God’s plan. He shares his experience of consecration to Saint Joseph and how this devotion has deepened his understanding of trust and obedience. While Saint Joseph never speaks in Scripture, his actions reveal a profound reliance on God’s providence. Gerald encourages us to follow his example—remaining faithful even in uncertainty and embracing our role as quiet leaders in our own lives.

Gerald reflects on Exodus 3:7-8, where God hears the cries of His people and promises to lead them to freedom. Just as Saint Joseph trusted God’s call to protect Jesus and Mary, we too are called to trust in God’s guidance through trials. This passage reminds us that God’s saving work is always present, and through faith, we can find strength in His divine plan.

In this episode of The Lenten Path, we reflect on the moment Mary and Joseph lose the 12-year-old Jesus after Passover. Mary’s anxious search and loving concern remind us that she is not only the Mother of God but also our mother, given to us by Jesus on the cross. She cares deeply for each of us, sharing in our joys and sorrows, no matter how small.

Bishop Fulton Sheen suggests that God allowed Mary to experience this loss to prepare her for future suffering. Just as Jesus seemed lost to her for three days, He later experienced the loss of His Father during His Passion. God does not always remove suffering but transforms it, making it meaningful. As we continue our Lenten journey, may we trust in His plan and keep our eyes on the hope of resurrection.

In this episode of The Lenten Path, Ryan Berger reflects on fasting as a way to become better stewards of God's gifts. Fasting isn’t just about food—it’s about letting go of waste and excess to refocus on what truly matters. Inspired by Matthew 21:43, we are reminded that the blessings we receive are meant to bear fruit for God and be shared with others.

Ryan shares a personal story of giving up video games for Lent, realizing that instead of using them wisely, he had become dependent on them. Through fasting, he learned to put creation in its proper place and rely more on God.

In this episode of The Lenten Path, we reflect on the challenge of surrendering our need for immediate answers. In a world of instant gratification, we often expect God to respond on our timeline, but true faith requires trust over certainty. Inspired by Proverbs 3:5-6, we are reminded that God’s timing is perfect, even when it feels slow.

Mary Beaty invites us to embrace three practical ways to surrender: praying for trust instead of demanding clarity, embracing silence rather than rushing to solutions, and remembering God’s past faithfulness as reassurance that He is still at work. Waiting can be difficult, but it is often in the waiting that God shapes us. This Lent, let’s lean into trust, knowing that His plans are always greater than ours.

Join us for a special bonus episode of The Lenten Path as we celebrate the solemnity of Saint Joseph. Though often a quiet figure in Scripture, Saint Joseph’s unwavering faith, trust, and mercy make him a powerful model for us all. His story reminds us that holiness is not always loud or dramatic but is often found in the unseen moments of sacrifice and love. From his initial decision to quietly divorce Mary to his immediate obedience to God’s call, Saint Joseph embodies a faith that is both courageous and humble. His life challenges us to trust in God's plan, even when it takes unexpected turns.

As we reflect on his example, we turn to Matthew 1:20-21: “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”

Like Joseph, we are called to trust in God’s plan and embrace the responsibilities He places before us with faith and love. May we learn from his quiet strength and unwavering devotion as we continue our Lenten journey.

Join us on The Lenten Path as Angie reflects on the challenge of embracing mercy and letting go of guilt. She shares a personal story from her Lenten journey, confronting the struggles she faces with guilt and the need for self-forgiveness. While Lent is a time for repentance and reflection, Angie reminds us that there is also joy in the process of freeing ourselves from sin and guilt. She encourages us to experience true freedom, not just from sin, but from the self-condemnation that holds us back from fully embracing God's mercy.

Angie reflects on the words of 1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” This verse reminds us that through confession and repentance, God offers us the freedom to forgive ourselves, release our guilt, and embrace His mercy with open hearts.

Join us on The Lenten Path as Mark reflects on the true essence of prayer, inspired by Isaiah 1. While Lent often prompts us to pray more, Mark challenges us to ask what kind of prayer God truly desires. It's not about rituals or performing the right actions, but about transforming our hearts. Prayer should lead to change in our lives and move us toward justice and authenticity, aligning our actions with God's will.

Mark draws from Isaiah 1:15-17, which says, “When you spread out your hands in prayer, I hide my eyes from you... Wash and make yourselves clean. Take your evil deeds out of my sight; stop doing wrong. Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.” This passage reminds us that prayer is not just about words but about living out God's commands, especially in seeking justice and showing mercy to others.

In this episode of The Lenten Path, we reflect on the importance of humility and the danger of judgment. Kate Mimms explores the concept of "fools" in the Bible, contrasting the biblical definition with our modern understanding. A fool, in the biblical sense, is someone who disregards God's word, and the episode challenges us to focus on our own spiritual growth before assessing others.

Drawing on teachings from Bishop Ignatius, John the Baptist, and Saint Teresa of Avila, we are reminded that true humility comes from seeking to decrease ourselves and elevate others. The episode closes with a prayer asking for the grace to desire humility and the challenge to pray the litany of humility.

In this episode of The Lenten Path, Gerald shares a personal reflection on listening—to God, to our loved ones, and to the wisdom found in Christ’s teachings. As he and his wife approach their 25th wedding anniversary, he acknowledges that a lasting marriage, much like a strong faith, requires humility, commitment, and a deep connection with God.

Drawing from Luke 9:35—"This is my Son, my Chosen One. Listen to Him."—Gerald invites us to consider whether we truly hear Jesus in our daily lives. Do we pause to reflect on His words? Do we allow them to transform us? Just as God called the disciples to listen during the Transfiguration, He calls us today to silence distractions and open our hearts to His guidance.