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Focolare Word of Life
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Word of Life shares real-life stories of faith lived day by day. Inspired by a monthly Gospel passage from the Church’s liturgy, each episode invites listeners to move from hearing the Word to living it—discovering how the Gospel can transform relationships, communities, and daily life.
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JUNE 2026 | “As you go, make this proclamation: ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’ [...] Without cost you have received... (Mt 10:7-8)
6d ago00:06:58Tap to summarizeThe Word of Life for June reminds us that Jesus sends his disciples out as living signs of God’s nearness, proclaiming not only with words but with their way of being that the kingdom of heaven is already at hand—a kingdom of peace, justice, mercy, and reconciliation that grows quietly like a mustard seed and draws close wherever love is present. This kingdom is pure gift, received not through merit but through God’s generosity, and we are invited to welcome it with gratitude and then share it freely. As Chiara Lubich wrote, the kingdom is offered without cost, and in the same spirit we are called today to give without cost—announcing through our actions and relationships that God loves this uncertain world immeasurably and desires to bring light and hope to every person.
Transcribe →MAY 2026 | EXPERIENCES | "As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” (Jn 20:21-22)
3w ago00:22:56Tap to summarize"As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” Having said this, he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit” (Jn 20:21-22).
Transcribe →MAY 2026 | REFLECTION BY FR. TYLER MATTSON
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Transcribe →MAY 2026 | As the Father has sent me, so I send you. Having said this, he breathed on them and said, Receive the Holy Spirit Jn 20:21-22
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Transcribe →APRIL 2026 | EXPERIENCES | "Stay with us, because it is almost evening." (Lk 24:29)
Apr 1500:26:01Tap to summarizeIn this month’s Word of Life Experiences, Deacon Bobby, Beatrice, and Father Pete reflect on Luke 24:29 — “Stay with us, because it is almost evening.”Through moments of suffering, uncertainty, and unexpected encounters, each shares how God’s presence became clear—even when it wasn’t recognized at first. From serving the forgotten, to facing illness and loss, to healing within family struggles, their stories reveal a quiet but faithful God who never leaves us. Together, they remind us that even in discouragement, Jesus walks beside us. We are invited to trust Him and make this prayer our own: “Stay with us.”This episode was made possible thanks to the generous support of the ACTA Foundation.00:00 Intro 01:49 Reflection 02:48 Deacon Bobby – Recognizing God in unexpected places 09:52 Beatrice – Trusting God through illness and loss 17:20 Father Pete – Finding God in suffering and new life
Transcribe →APRIL 2026 | REFLECTION BY FR. TYLER MATTSON
Apr 700:06:18Tap to summarizeIn this Word of Life reflection, Fr. Tyler invites us to encounter Jesus at the heart of human suffering. He shares the story of a woman who had been away from the Church for years, yet in her final moments, she desired Jesus—and experienced the fullness of God’s mercy. This month’s Word of Life—“Stay with us, because it is almost evening” (Luke 24:29)—comes from the road to Emmaus, where the risen Jesus walks with discouraged disciples and transforms their darkness into hope. We are invited to make this prayer our own, especially in times of confusion and suffering: “Stay with us.”
Transcribe →APRIL 2026 | "Stay with us, because it is almost evening." (Lk 24-29)
Mar 2700:06:57Tap to summarizeIn this April 2026 Word of Life, we reflect on the moving encounter on the road to Emmaus: “Stay with us, because it is almost evening” (Luke 24:29).Two disciples, discouraged and disillusioned, walk away from Jerusalem—until a mysterious companion joins them, listens to their pain, and gradually rekindles hope in their hearts. In this powerful moment, we are invited to recognize our own journey: the times we feel lost, tempted to give up, or unable to see God’s presence beside us.This reflection invites us to rediscover the Risen Jesus walking with us in everyday life, especially in moments of darkness, doubt, and uncertainty. When we open ourselves to love, dialogue, and communion, our eyes too can be opened—and our hearts set on fire once again. Let us make the disciples’ prayer our own:“Stay with us, Lord…”
Transcribe →MARCH 2026 | EXPERIENCES | "Get up and do not be afraid." (Mt 17:7)
Mar 1700:30:30Tap to summarizeThe Focolare Word of Life Podcast"I Had Nothing to Give, So I Gave It to God"In this month’s Word of Life Experiences, Karen, Deacon Erik, and Joyce reflect on Matthew 17:7 — “Get up and do not be afraid.” Karen shares how turning thirty brought unexpected fears about her future and vocation. Through a conversation with her father and a renewed trust in God, she learned to let go of expectations and walk forward with confidence, trusting that God was guiding her path. Deacon Erik recounts the anxiety he felt during his pastoral training in a hospital setting. In a moment of fear and uncertainty, he entrusted everything to God and discovered that simply being present with others can become a powerful encounter of love. Joyce reflects on how community helped transform fear and frustration in a difficult relationship at work. Through patience, dialogue, and the support of others, she discovered how choosing love can bring healing and deeper understanding.This episode was made possible thanks to the generous support of the ACTA
Transcribe →MARCH 2026 | REFLECTION BY FR. TYLER MATTSON
Mar 1000:05:56Tap to summarizeWelcome to the March 2026 Word of Life reflection by Fr. Tyler Mattson.This month’s scripture phrase is:“Get up and do not be afraid." Matthew 17:7
Transcribe →MARCH 2026 | "Get up and do not be afraid." (Mt 17:7)
Feb 2600:08:01Tap to summarizeMarch Word of Life: "Get up and do not be afraid." (Mt 17:7)
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