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Need help discerning something in your life? The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith. Catch up any time at relevantradio.com, the Relevant Radio app, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

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How is Forgiveness something we can strive for

Part 2 where does the word repentance come from?

Deacon Shawn

Gene

John

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What is Maryâs role in the Passion of our Lo

what can we expect from the love of Mary and h

Sharon

Part 4 Jesus and Psalm 22.

How Jesus abandoned Himself to God.

Entrusting to God all of those who will be aff

Part 5 how can we satisfied Jesus thirst for us?

Madeline

Part 6 What is the deeper meaning of this message.

Robert

Timothy

The enduring wounds of Jesus even after it is 

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How do you answer the question of does God rea

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If we are to experience suffering why should w

Join Patrick Conley this Good Friday on an epic journey of the 7 Last Words of Jesus with 7 of our top-notch spiritual directors! This show combines all seven episodes on this series of the 7 Last Words into one seamless show!

Part 1 Fr. John Eckert joins Patrick for the start of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic, Forgiveness

What was he scene of the Crucifixion?
How is trust in God the Father shown in this word?
(16:20) Jason - I grew up in a tough household. Joined military at 17. Mom had mental illness, dad was a military man and constantly gone. Haven't seen them for years. Fighting with forgiveness and it's a battle on a daily basis. Interested if there's specific scripture or guidance to help.
(25:20) Break 1
Who put Jesus on the Cross?
(30:56) Linda - Why is it that a parent can forgive their children, but children are unable to forgive and hold onto things and not easily forgive us?
(35:33) Jim - I'm at a point where there are family members that have been disrespectful to me and children. Children are older now, but family member favors one over the other because they are the godparent. Prayed about forgiving, confession, adoration, etc. I'm at a point where I don't want anything bad to happen, but don't want to be around them. Is that holding on to a grudge?
(40:02) Break 2
(41:20) How is Forgiveness something we can strive for in our lives?
Yolie – Is it mandatory to forgive others?


Part 2 (48:28) IL – Fr. James Kubicki joins Patrick for the second of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic: Repentance

Who was St. Dismas?
(56:21) where does the word repentance come from?
(1:05:59) Deacon Shawn - I think the comment about conversion vs repentance is tied together. Reading a book. Repentance is a big part of it. Self-reliance on God vs. Surrender. Deeper conversion helps navigate.
(1:09:26) Break 1
(1:10:21) Gene - I was in a car accident 15 years ago. Someone was killed in the accident. I was convicted of vehicular homicide. Incarcerated for it. I felt and rationalized that if they weren't in the middle of the highway, this wouldn't have happened. Last 5 years, I've been in repentance in the dark night of the soul. Mourning and not rationalizing now.
What is the meaning of the word “today” you will be with me in paradise?
(1:24:31) Break 2
Bonnie - Repentance and conviction of the Holy Spirit. Adult children have cut me off. I'm focusing on my part. I can't fix it or fix anybody. The goodness of the holy spirit and that can bring us repentance and help us to surrender to the will of God. Accepting the consequences.
(1:29:19) John - My problem was I felt I couldn't be forgiven for the sins I committed. When I repented, it was very difficult. I still struggle.
Nicole - Question - speaking about what I've been pondering. I told my friend I don't hold on to any past sins, and I know it's a sin to not accept God's mercy. In my dream last night, I feel something was being revealed from a past sin. Had desire to go to confession. How do I go to priest about it? Wondering if I confessed it.

Part 3 (1:36:22) Fr. Joseph Johnson joins Patrick for the third of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic: Mary’s Role at the Cross

(1:39:48) What is the context in these words of Jesus from the Cross?
What Who does John represent in this scene?
(1:49:48) What is Mary’s role in the Passion of our Lord?
(1:54:30) Break 1
What are practical ways in which we can share in the passion of Christ?
(2:01:40) Jim - My mother is starting to fail. My wife asked who should we pray for as a caregiver. We stopped thinking about the saints and then turned to Jesus on the cross. Jesus found a caregiver for his own mother. Found great consolation.
Kurt - Redemptive suffering and joining to Christ on the cross. Very rarely do I hear anyone talking about that. We not only have that opportunity, but for the redemption of the world. We are commanded to that in John 15 and John 13. I give you a new commandment...  There's no greater good than to offer suffering for them.
(2:10:07) Break 2
How does the prophecy of Simeon play a role in Mary’s heart at the Cross?
(2:14:16) what can we expect from the love of Mary and how it helps us in our lives?
(2:17:01) Sharon - When my son died. I identified with Mary for release. My son was 50 and died of a rare cancer. The loss was something I knew she understood. Gave me a great deal of help during that time.
Michelle - Abortion and aborted children. Great sorrow. I delivered that child into Mary's hands.

Part 4 (2:24:40) Msgr. Tom Richter joins Patrick for the fourth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic, Spiritual Abandonment

The Allusions of Control.
(2:33:33) Jesus and Psalm 22.
(2:46:04) Break 1
(2:46:50) Tom - I've always wondered if Jesus felt because of his humanity we as human would feel abandoned by God. Was that an expression of his human feeling because he was fully human. How can Christ feel he was abandoned? if he were fully human, he would feel that way. Can you explain that?
(2:50:50) How Jesus abandoned Himself to God.
How can we trust that God still loves us through the challenging times in our life?
(3:03:17) Break 2
How can we cultivate Faith in our lives?
(3:08:37) Entrusting to God all of those who will be affected by my abandonment.

Part 5 (3:12:30) Fr. Dave Heney joins Patrick for the fifth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic: “I Thirst”

How does this word of thirst relate with the Old Testament?
Biblical meaning of water.
What is the significance of the Passover cup?
(3:32:40) Break 1
What is the importance of the Woman at the Well with Jesus’ words of “I Thirst”
(3:38:18) how can we satisfied Jesus' thirst for us?
(3:48:43) Break 2
Beatitudes I thirst and drink for riotousness
(3:54:42) Madeline - I love this discussion. Years ago, I read the 4th Cup. The new covenant is complete. This really has changed how I look at the Triduum.
Richard – Did Jesus say Carry your cross before or after he died on the cross?

Part 6 (4:00:20) Fr. Michael Hurley joins Patrick for the sixth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic: “It is Finished”

What would have the people heard from these words of Jesus who were there?
(4:10:04) What is the deeper meaning of this message.
(4:13:16) Robert - I don't understand the debate. it was about his mission on earth. I don't understand the bewilderment. That is what the father had him do.
(4:18:40) Break 1
Susan - The Latin being consumatem est...more literally translated to it is consummated. As in he's married to his church.
(4:24:06) Timothy -You mentioned Came to save sinners...don't know what that exactly means.
How does this connect with the Old Testament and the fourth cup?
(4:38:33) Break 2
(4:40:45) The enduring wounds of Jesus even after it is finished.
Jesus Shouts, it is Finished!

Part 7 (4:48:14) IL – Fr. John Paul Erickson joins Patrick for the last chapter of our special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus – today’s topic: “Total Surrender to God”

(4:54:32) What is the connection to the Psalms and this last word of Jesus?
(5:03:43) what holds us back from surrendering entirely to the will of the Father?
(5:08:04) Break 1
(5:08:51) How do you answer the question of does God really care about me and can I trust Him?
(5:16:49) Carol - I'm an associate for an order. I serve worldwide for the sisters from home. I suffer from terminal illness. It's that surrender to God we're all trying to get to.
Why does God allow suffering?
(5:24:17) Break 2
(5:25:31) Laurie - Husband and I suffered 2 miscarriages. Another born and survived only days. Knowing God had a greater purpose. I figured we'd have 5-6 kids. I worked at a daycare. We adopted two children. God places these things before us and uses us as an instrument.
(5:30:20) If we are to experience suffering why should we be faithful Christians?
Serenity Prayer

Join Patrick Conley this Good Friday on an epic journey of the 7 Last Words of Jesus with 7 of our top-notch spiritual directors! This show combines all seven episodes on this series of the 7 Last Words into one seamless show!
Part 1 Fr. John Eckert joins Patrick for the start of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic, Forgiveness
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>What was he scene of the Crucifixion?</li>
<li>How is trust in God the Father shown in this word?</li>
<li>(16:20) Jason - I grew up in a tough household. Joined military at 17. Mom had mental illness, dad was a military man and constantly gone. Haven't seen them for years. Fighting with forgiveness and it's a battle on a daily basis. Interested if there's specific scripture or guidance to help.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(25:20) Break 1
<ul>
<li>Who put Jesus on the Cross?</li>
<li>(30:56) Linda - Why is it that a parent can forgive their children, but children are unable to forgive and hold onto things and not easily forgive us?</li>
<li>(35:33) Jim - I'm at a point where there are family members that have been disrespectful to me and children. Children are older now, but family member favors one over the other because they are the godparent. Prayed about forgiving, confession, adoration, etc. I'm at a point where I don't want anything bad to happen, but don't want to be around them. Is that holding on to a grudge?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(40:02) Break 2
<ul>
<li>(41:20) How is Forgiveness something we can strive for in our lives?</li>
<li>Yolie &ndash; Is it mandatory to forgive others?</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
 Part 2 (48:28) IL &ndash; Fr. James Kubicki joins Patrick for the second of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic: Repentance
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>Who was St. Dismas?</li>
<li>(56:21) where does the word repentance come from?</li>
<li>(1:05:59) Deacon Shawn - I think the comment about conversion vs repentance is tied together. Reading a book. Repentance is a big part of it. Self-reliance on God vs. Surrender. Deeper conversion helps navigate.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(1:09:26) Break 1
<ul>
<li>(1:10:21) Gene - I was in a car accident 15 years ago. Someone was killed in the accident. I was convicted of vehicular homicide. Incarcerated for it. I felt and rationalized that if they weren't in the middle of the highway, this wouldn't have happened. Last 5 years, I've been in repentance in the dark night of the soul. Mourning and not rationalizing now.</li>
<li>What is the meaning of the word &ldquo;today&rdquo; you will be with me in paradise?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(1:24:31) Break 2
<ul>
<li>Bonnie - Repentance and conviction of the Holy Spirit. Adult children have cut me off. I'm focusing on my part. I can't fix it or fix anybody. The goodness of the holy spirit and that can bring us repentance and help us to surrender to the will of God. Accepting the consequences.</li>
<li>(1:29:19) John - My problem was I felt I couldn't be forgiven for the sins I committed. When I repented, it was very difficult. I still struggle.</li>
<li>Nicole - Question - speaking about what I've been pondering. I told my friend I don't hold on to any past sins, and I know it's a sin to not accept God's mercy. In my dream last night, I feel something was being revealed from a past sin. Had desire to go to confession. How do I go to priest about it? Wondering if I confessed it.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Part 3 (1:36:22) Fr. Joseph Johnson joins Patrick for the third of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic: Mary&rsquo;s Role at the Cross
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>(1:39:48) What is the context in these words of Jesus from the Cross?</li>
<li>What Who does John represent in this scene?</li>
<li>(1:49:48) What is Mary&rsquo;s role in the Passion of our Lord?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(1:54:30) Break 1
<ul>
<li>What are practical ways in which we can share in the passion of Christ?</li>
<li>(2:01:40) Jim - My mother is starting to fail. My wife asked who should we pray for as a caregiver. We stopped thinking about the saints and then turned to Jesus on the cross. Jesus found a caregiver for his own mother. Found great consolation.</li>
<li>Kurt - Redemptive suffering and joining to Christ on the cross. Very rarely do I hear anyone talking about that. We not only have that opportunity, but for the redemption of the world. We are commanded to that in John 15 and John 13. I give you a new commandment...&nbsp; There's no greater good than to offer suffering for them.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(2:10:07) Break 2
<ul>
<li>How does the prophecy of Simeon play a role in Mary&rsquo;s heart at the Cross?</li>
<li>(2:14:16) what can we expect from the love of Mary and how it helps us in our lives?</li>
<li>(2:17:01) Sharon - When my son died. I identified with Mary for release. My son was 50 and died of a rare cancer. The loss was something I knew she understood. Gave me a great deal of help during that time.</li>
<li>Michelle - Abortion and aborted children. Great sorrow. I delivered that child into Mary's hands.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Part 4 (2:24:40) Msgr. Tom Richter joins Patrick for the fourth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic, Spiritual Abandonment
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>The Allusions of Control.</li>
<li>(2:33:33) Jesus and Psalm 22.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(2:46:04) Break 1
<ul>
<li>(2:46:50) Tom - I've always wondered if Jesus felt because of his humanity we as human would feel abandoned by God. Was that an expression of his human feeling because he was fully human. How can Christ feel he was abandoned? if he were fully human, he would feel that way. Can you explain that?</li>
<li>(2:50:50) How Jesus abandoned Himself to God.</li>
<li>How can we trust that God still loves us through the challenging times in our life?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(3:03:17) Break 2
<ul>
<li>How can we cultivate Faith in our lives?</li>
<li>(3:08:37) Entrusting to God all of those who will be affected by my abandonment.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Part 5 (3:12:30) Fr. Dave Heney joins Patrick for the fifth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic: &ldquo;I Thirst&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>How does this word of thirst relate with the Old Testament?</li>
<li>Biblical meaning of water.</li>
<li>What is the significance of the Passover cup?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(3:32:40) Break 1
<ul>
<li>What is the importance of the Woman at the Well with Jesus&rsquo; words of &ldquo;I Thirst&rdquo;</li>
<li>(3:38:18) how can we satisfied Jesus' thirst for us?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(3:48:43) Break 2
<ul>
<li>Beatitudes I thirst and drink for riotousness</li>
<li>(3:54:42) Madeline - I love this discussion. Years ago, I read the 4th Cup. The new covenant is complete. This really has changed how I look at the Triduum.</li>
<li>Richard &ndash; Did Jesus say Carry your cross before or after he died on the cross?</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Part 6 (4:00:20) Fr. Michael Hurley joins Patrick for the sixth of a special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic: &ldquo;It is Finished&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>What would have the people heard from these words of Jesus who were there?</li>
<li>(4:10:04) What is the deeper meaning of this message.</li>
<li>(4:13:16) Robert - I don't understand the debate. it was about his mission on earth. I don't understand the bewilderment. That is what the father had him do.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(4:18:40) Break 1
<ul>
<li>Susan - The Latin being consumatem est...more literally translated to it is consummated. As in he's married to his church.</li>
<li>(4:24:06) Timothy -You mentioned Came to save sinners...don't know what that exactly means.</li>
<li>How does this connect with the Old Testament and the fourth cup?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(4:38:33) Break 2
<ul>
<li>(4:40:45) The enduring wounds of Jesus even after it is finished.</li>
<li>Jesus Shouts, it is Finished!</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Part 7 (4:48:14) IL &ndash; Fr. John Paul Erickson joins Patrick for the last chapter of our special Lenten Series on the 7 Last Words of Jesus &ndash; today&rsquo;s topic: &ldquo;Total Surrender to God&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>
<ul>
<li>(4:54:32) What is the connection to the Psalms and this last word of Jesus?</li>
<li>(5:03:43) what holds us back from surrendering entirely to the will of the Father?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(5:08:04) Break 1
<ul>
<li>(5:08:51) How do you answer the question of does God really care about me and can I trust Him?</li>
<li>(5:16:49) Carol - I'm an associate for an order. I serve worldwide for the sisters from home. I suffer from terminal illness. It's that surrender to God we're all trying to get to.</li>
<li>Why does God allow suffering?</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(5:24:17) Break 2
<ul>
<li>(5:25:31) Laurie - Husband and I suffered 2 miscarriages. Another born and survived only days. Knowing God had a greater purpose. I figured we'd have 5-6 kids. I worked at a daycare. We adopted two children. God places these things before us and uses us as an instrument.</li>
<li>(5:30:20) If we are to experience suffering why should we be faithful Christians?</li>
<li>Serenity Prayer</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

EPIC: 7 Priests, 7 Last Words of Jesus - Good Friday

Fr. Ryan Brady joins to discuss reliance on Go

God's schedule is different

Car shopping & The Bible.

Patty - Waiting and discovering 

Email - Leanne: relying on God s a young adult

Email: Gloria - I'm afraid of trustting

Patrick - I've overcome addictions.

God's mercy will endure

Check out this great show from January 15, 2026

(11:03) Fr. Ryan Brady joins Patrick to talk about Reliance on God.

 
(11:08) God works at a completely different schedule than we do.

 
(12:08) Car shopping is a great example and also very biblical.

 
(15:40) Patty - I am waiting and discovering God's way to help me with weight loss. 

 
(19:17) Email: Leanne - Relying on God as a young adult, cancer survivor.

 
Break 1

 
(23:58) Email: Gloria – I’m afraid of trusting the Lord.

 
(27:43) Patrick - Relevant Radio brought me back to the church 5 years ago. Also, I've overcome addictions and now am faced with a new challenge of leukemia. It's a new opportunity to evangelize.

 
Break 2

 
(40:23) God’s mercy will endure far longer than our desire to ask for it. Jesus relied on his friends and disciples to support his ministry. He was not alone. In your struggle talk to your priests and other faithful friends. Jesus humbled himself and relied on His Father in heaven and His friends on earth and the world was never the same.

Check out this great show from January 15, 2026
(11:03) Fr. Ryan Brady joins Patrick to talk about Reliance on God.
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(11:08) God works at a completely different schedule than we do.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(12:08) Car shopping is a great example and also very biblical.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(15:40) Patty - I am waiting and discovering God's way to help me with weight loss.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(19:17) Email: Leanne - Relying on God as a young adult, cancer survivor.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Break 1</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(23:58) Email: Gloria &ndash; I&rsquo;m afraid of trusting the Lord.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(27:43) Patrick - Relevant Radio brought me back to the church 5 years ago. Also, I've overcome addictions and now am faced with a new challenge of leukemia. It's a new opportunity to evangelize.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Break 2</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>(40:23) God&rsquo;s mercy will endure far longer than our desire to ask for it. Jesus relied on his friends and disciples to support his ministry. He was not alone. In your struggle talk to your priests and other faithful friends. Jesus humbled himself and relied on His Father in heaven and His friends on earth and the world was never the same.</li>
</ul>

Reliance On God - The Inner Life - April 2, 2026

What is a relationship in general?

what is required for a relationship with Jesus

Patrick shares an email from someone who is pr

Charles

what is the life of piety?

Check out this Show from March 27, 2025

Father Ramil Fajardo joins Patrick to discuss Relationship with Jesus
(3:20) What is a relationship in general?
How do we presume on relationships with Jesus?
(11:48) what is required for a relationship with Jesus?

(19:26) Break 1
Nick - We experienced a miscarriage. Daughter experienced it. Don't presume. Do we get down on our knees and express it?  Order on down...everything we get from Him.  Don't dwell on the failures.
(26:01) Patrick shares an email from someone who is praying too much, according to his wife.
Nate - I've been a practicing Catholic for a year and a half. Lector. Want to talk about how my relationship is so much stronger with Jesus now.
(35:29) Charles - I start my day with thank you Jesus for another day. Help me to do it your way.

(38:36) Break 2
How does a relationship with Jesus play out in our everyday lives?
(42:29) what is the life of piety?
How does our relationship with Mary and the Saint enhance our relationship with Jesus?

Check out this Show from March 27, 2025
Father Ramil Fajardo&nbsp;joins Patrick to discuss Relationship with Jesus
<ul>
<li>(3:20) What is a relationship in general?</li>
<li>How do we presume on relationships with Jesus?</li>
<li>(11:48) what is required for a relationship with Jesus?</li>
</ul>
(19:26) Break 1
<ul>
<li>Nick - We experienced a miscarriage. Daughter experienced it. Don't presume. Do we get down on our knees and express it?&nbsp; Order on down...everything we get from Him.&nbsp; Don't dwell on the failures.</li>
<li>(26:01) Patrick shares an email from someone who is praying too much, according to his wife.</li>
<li>Nate - I've been a practicing Catholic for a year and a half. Lector. Want to talk about how my relationship is so much stronger with Jesus now.</li>
<li>(35:29) Charles - I start my day with thank you Jesus for another day. Help me to do it your way.</li>
</ul>
(38:36) Break 2
<ul>
<li>How does a relationship with Jesus play out in our everyday lives?</li>
<li>(42:29) what is the life of piety?</li>
<li>How does our relationship with Mary and the Saint enhance our relationship with Jesus?</li>
</ul>

Relationship with Jesus - The Inner Life - April 1, 2026 [ENCORE]

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