“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.” - Matthew 5:3

“Be poor in spirit, and you will become rich toward God.” - Abba Macarius

“and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and God’s Kingdom is at hand! Repent, and believe in the Good News.” - Mark 1:15

“This life has been given to you for repentance; do not waste it.” - Abba Isaac

“Be careful that you don’t do your charitable giving before men, to be seen by them, or else you have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. Therefore, when you do merciful deeds, don’t sound a trumpet before yourself, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may get glory from men. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. But when you do merciful deeds, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand does, so that your merciful deeds may be in secret, then your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. - Matthew 6: 1-4

“Do not be afraid of humility; it is the dwelling place of God.” - Abba Anthony

He also spoke this parable to certain people who were convinced of their own righteousness, and who despised all others: “Two men went up into the temple to pray; one was a Pharisee, and the other was a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed by himself like this: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like the rest of men: extortionists, unrighteous, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week. I give tithes of all that I get.’ But the tax collector, standing far away, wouldn’t even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his chest, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted.” - Luke 18:9-14

“Sit in your cell, and your cell will teach you everything.” - Abba Moses

From that time, Jesus began to preach, and to say, “Repent! For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.” - Matthew 4:17

“If a man truly repents, God will forgive him even if he sins again.” - Abba Poemen

In this introductory episode, we explore Lectio Divina, an ancient Christian prayer practice, meaning “divine reading.” Rooted in the early monastic tradition and shaped by figures like St. Benedict of Nursia, Lectio Divina is a slow, contemplative way of praying with Scripture. Rather than studying the Bible for information, this practice invites us to encounter God personally through His Word.

Lectio Divina unfolds in four traditional movements:

1. Lectio (Read) – We begin by slowly reading or listening to a short passage of Scripture. The focus is not on analysis but on attentiveness—listening for a word or phrase that stands out or gently captures our attention.

2. Meditatio (Reflect) – Next, we listen again and reflect on that word or phrase. We turn it over in our hearts, asking what God might be saying to us personally through this text. This is a moment of deeper pondering, allowing the Scripture to speak into our lives.

3. Oratio (Respond) – Then we respond to God in prayer. This response may be praise, gratitude, repentance, or a simple conversation flowing naturally from what we have heard in the Word.

4. Contemplatio (Rest) – Finally, we rest quietly in God’s presence. Here, words fall away. We simply remain with Him, allowing His grace to shape us from within.

In a world filled with noise and hurry, Lectio Divina offers a gentle rhythm of listening, reflecting, responding, and resting. It reminds us that Scripture is not just a text to be mastered—but a living Word through which God lovingly speaks to the heart. Every day in Lent we will be relapsing a daily script reading alongside a saying of one of the desert fathers.

Daily episodes will begin on Ash Wednesday.

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Journey through Lent 2026 with our daily Lectio Divina podcast, beginning Ash Wednesday, February 18th, 2026. Each day, we share a short Gospel teaching of Jesus paired with a brief saying from the Desert Fathers — or Mothers — offering a space for quiet reflection, prayer, and contemplation.

Whether you’re new to Lectio Divina or a seasoned practitioner, these daily episodes guide you to pause, listen, and encounter God’s Word in the stillness of your day. Embrace the ancient wisdom of the desert and let it deepen your Lenten journey.

Episodes release daily from Ash Wednesday through Holy Saturday.