Fr. Dan Riley Clouds & Sun Reflections

Cross to a New Creation

The cross is glorious! We are new creations because of the outpouring grace of Christ crucified. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, invites us to know we are new creations now, and we are invited to know the cross is within our hearts, not over our heads. Music, "May I Never Boast" by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded July 3, 2016. Podcast #156.

Freedom to Follow

Freedom has set us free, St. Paul tells us. Our path is in the footprints of Jesus, who walked the way of light and peace. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, invites us to pause to find healing, a path of light, a path with Jesus. Music, "There Is A Light," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission), and "Walk and Follow Jesus" by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded June 26, 2016. Podcast #155.

Chosen As One

God has chosen, shaped and formed us. It is the love of God that rises up in us as we long for, experience and remember the love of a mother, father or others close to us. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, walks us through a reflection about gentleness -- called to be one -- called to be chosen. Music, "Here I Am, Lord," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded June 18, 2016. Podcast #154.

God Dwells Within Us

Take time to create a place where God can dwell in your lives. Take time in silence and reflection. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, welcomes you to invite God into your lives more closely and delight in all creation. Music, "Open My Eyes," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded May 22, 2016. Podcast #153.

We Are Chosen

We are chosen in profound, yet simple ways by God. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares a reflection about being chosen ones. Music, "Because We Are Chosen," by John Michael Talbot (used with permission; more at www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com). Recorded April 16, 2016 / Published May 7, 2016. Podcast #152.

We Are Called By Name

Awake! We are called by name -- by a God who calls us by name so that we may have life more abundantly. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares a reflection about  entering into life with each other, creation and Christ. Music, "One in Faith," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded April 19, 2016. Podcast #151.

Rejoice in the Gift of Silence

We're touched by sadness and loss in our lives, but the spirit of the Lord is upon us to care for us. Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, shares a reflection about the silence and touch of God, which are real. Music, "Jesus Be Here," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio (used with permission). Recorded April 9, 2016. Podcast #150.

Let the Quiet Rise Up

As we enter the Easter season, Fr. Dan Riley, ofm, offers a reflection and suggests a recipe to find the quiet in our lives. To learn more about Mt. Irenaeus, visit www.mounti.com. Music, "Vedahametam" and "Jesus Christ is Risen Today," by Fr. Cyprian Consiglio. Recorded March 25, 2016. Podcast #149.