God's mercy and forgiveness are out there for us -- if we seek them. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, invites us to open ourselves to find that love and mercy. Music, "Vedahametam" and "Attende Domine," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded Sept. 24, 2017. Podcast #183.

We're like deer that yearn for running water and living streams! Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, reflects on an encounter with a deer and what it means to listen and see the world around us. Music, "Streams of Living Water," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded Sept. 10, 2017. Podcast #182.

We're asked to step into a new place, perhaps onto a mountain, to hear the whisper of God's voice. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, welcomes you to listen more deeply, especially as chaos may overtake our lives, our country (including Charlottesville) and our world. Music, "There Is a Light" and "With My Own Two Hands," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission); and "Sacred Silence" by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded Aug. 13, 2017. Podcast #181.

Listening let's us feel the presence of God. Sitting in quiet let's our hearts be transformed and transfigured to hear what God is saying to us. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, invites us to hear the question, "Lord, what would you have me do?" Music, "Because You Are Chosen," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded Aug. 6, 2017. Podcast #180.

The world waits for us to wake up and find places to rest, to find places that bring clarity. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, offers this reflection on how we might listen more carefully to God's proclamations and love. Music, "Jesus Be Here," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio. (used with permission). Recorded July 12, 2017. Podcast #179.

Instead of "how do you close a deal," Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, asks us how we might open ourselves to experience our unity with one another and with creation. Music, "One Bread, One Body," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded June 18, 2017. Podcast #178.

Do you remember the last time someone said, "I love you?" Love is the ongoing message of the Gospel, and Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares this reflection about the unfolding and outpouring of love. Music, "If You Love Me," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded May 21, 2017. Podcast #177.

Recounting the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares this reflection about a core story of our faith. Music, "Alleluia, Are Not Our Hearts," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded May 1, 2017. Podcast #176.

Do you believe in a God who would make you breakfast? Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares this Easter season reflection about Jesus inviting others to a meal after His resurrection. What do we bring to the table? Music, "Promise" by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com), and "Jesus Christ Is Risen Today" by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded April 21, 2017. Podcast #175.

Jesus draws us into a relationship not to escape the world, but to listen. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares this truth while on retreat in California. Music, "One Thing" and "Sacred Silence," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded March 10, 2017. Podcast #174.