Into the Desert

Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College
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Into the Desert is a podcast series for Lent produced by Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College and hosted by Catholic theologian Dr. Patrick Craine. Through short, focused reflections, the series helps listeners immerse themselves more deeply in the biblical, historical, and liturgical meaning of Lent, and to live this season intentionally and fruitfully as a time of repentance and renewal in preparation for Easter.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    Ep. 3: Lent is an Immersion in the Story of Scripture

    Lent is not merely a season of self-denial. It is the Church drawing us into the great drama of salvation. In this episode of Into the Desert, we introduce Lent as a season rooted in Scripture and shaped by the biblical story of covenant, exile, and renewal. We explore how the themes of desert and wilderness run throughout salvation history, from Adam and Noah to Israel and ultimately Christ. This episode sets the stage for an upcoming series reflecting on the great figures and covenants of Scripture, and how their journeys illuminate our own path through the Lenten desert.

    20 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Ep. 2: Ash Wednesday – A Summons to Spiritual Combat

    Ash Wednesday marks a decisive turning point. The season of Lent begins, and the Church speaks with clarity, urgency, and force. In this episode of Into the Desert, we reflect on the meaning of this day, the challenge it places before us, and the path it opens for the forty days ahead. The ashes, the liturgy, and the call to repentance all converge into a single question: how will we respond? The campaign has begun.

    6 min

  3. FEB 12

    Ep. 1: Preparing for Lent

    In this episode, we discuss the importance of preparing for Lent, emphasizing the need for a concrete plan centered on prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. The episode highlights Scripture's call to prepare for the season, how the Church prepares us through the liturgy, and the importance of the virtue of prudence in creating a successful Lenten plan.

    10 min

  4. FEB 11

    Ep. 0: Welcome to Into the Desert

    In this introductory episode, the podcast series delves into the significance of Lent as a season of repentance and conversion, emphasizing the urgency of embracing this period with intention and purpose. It explores the parable of the ten virgins, the purpose of Lent, and the call to martyrdom, inviting listeners to participate in Lent with clarity and commitment.

    8 min
  • 4 Episodes

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Into the Desert is a podcast series for Lent produced by Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College and hosted by Catholic theologian Dr. Patrick Craine. Through short, focused reflections, the series helps listeners immerse themselves more deeply in the biblical, historical, and liturgical meaning of Lent, and to live this season intentionally and fruitfully as a time of repentance and renewal in preparation for Easter.

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    Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College
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  • Episodes
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