Have you ever wondered why it can be so hard to recognize Jesus, even when He’s right in front of you?
In this episode, the friars reflect on the post-Resurrection appearances of Jesus, moments where those closest to Him don’t recognize Him at first. From Mary Magdalene in the garden to the road to Emmaus, they explore the mystery of how the risen Lord reveals Himself: personally, patiently, and often in unexpected ways.
They unpack how Jesus meets people exactly where they are, in grief, confusion, doubt, and even ordinary moments and how those encounters change everything. This isn’t just something that happened back then. It’s a pattern that continues today. The same Jesus still comes, still pursues, and still reveals Himself in ways uniquely meant for each of us.
For those who feel like they’ve never had that “breakthrough” moment, this episode is a gentle reminder: the Lord is closer than you think, especially in the Eucharist, where the Resurrection is made present again.
Join us as we open our eyes to the risen Jesus and learn to recognize Him already at work in our lives.
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End of the Season
What would the Jubilee rest look like on your end? After 269 episodes, the friars are stepping away for a season of Jubilee, renewal, and obedience. In this heartfelt season finale, they share honest life updates, reflect on God’s invitation to deeper trust, and remind us that real rest isn’t about burnout. It’s about surrender. This one’s full of laughter, brotherhood, and real discernment…
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Fr. Angelus Returns
Ever feel like God is inviting you back to something but you’re not quite sure how to step into it?
After time away, Fr. Angelus returns, and the conversation picks up right where grace has been quietly at work. There’s a sense of homecoming here, but also a deeper invitation to listen, to trust, and to respond to what the Lord is doing beneath the surface.
In this episode, the friars reflect on what it means to return, not just physically, but spiritually. They talk about the movements of the heart, the subtle ways God calls us forward, and how renewal often begins in places we didn’t expect.
Join us as we welcome Fr. Angelus back and lean into the quiet, steady work of God who is always drawing us deeper.
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Ending the Year Well
Our last episode of the year… a time that often means reflecting on the last year and looking forward to the next one. As you look back on 2021, there are probably loose ends — struggles, situations — that haven’t been resolved. It’s easy to wish that everything would just make sense, but sometimes it just doesn’t…
