This special episode, recorded on the Feast of St Patrick, features an in-depth look at the Breastplate prayer of St Patrick and some key passages in the Confession of St Patrick that show us the true heart of this great saint.
Ep. 12: In What Consists True Charity
16/03/2026 | 41 mins.
In this episode the brothers have a visiting Abba on the podcast and continue the sayings of Abba Agathon. They cover a few particularly challenging sayings that demonstrate the lengths to which true charity draws us. Starting on the topic of friendship and then progressing to sacrifice, the episode is a helpful discussion on what true charity is.
Ep. 11: On the Capital Vices
10/03/2026 | 48 mins.
In this episode, the brothers discuss three sayings that all have to do with different capital vices. Consequently, their discussion turns to the whole list of capital vices and how they relate to each other, as well as a few thoughts on how we might overcome them.
Ep. 10: Prayer, Obedience, Silence
03/03/2026 | 51 mins.
In this episode, the brothers continue their previous discussion on prayer, focusing on aspects of how the enemy tries to prevent prayer. After this, they spend some time on a saying that serves as a good introduction to the pivotal monastic and Christian virtue of obedience. Finally, they talk about about silence and carrying stones in their mouths...
Ep. 9: Abba Agathon in God's House
19/02/2026 | 45 mins.
The brothers begin the sayings of Abba Agathon first by discussing a saying of his on conscience and the importance of keeping it clear. After this, they explore an account about Abba Agathon and his community, they finish up with an extremely crucial saying on the importance of prayer and the warfare that accompanies it. The discussion on prayer will resume in the following episode.
A conversation between four Benedictine monks on the Desert Fathers, their lives, and their writings. The monks read through passages in the writings of the Desert Fathers and, drawing upon their experiences and learning in the monastery, discuss them in order to hand on the tradition of the wisdom of the Fathers.
Whatever walk of life you find yourself in, this down-to-earth and simple wisdom is an ever-ancient and ever-new guide to well-being and holiness. Episodes are scheduled to come out about every other week!
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