What made Mary’s heart overflow with joy? In this meditation, Fr Gavan reflects on the Magnificat — Our Lady’s song of praise after the Annunciation. Her joy wasn’t rooted in honour or recognition, but in humility and wonder at God’s goodness. Drawing on Scripture and the wisdom of the saints, Fr. Gavan shows how the Magnificat reveals the secret to Christian joy: self-forgetfulness and thanksgiving. Learn how to pray with Mary’s words and let your own soul magnify the Lord.

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Meditations | Episode #67

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In this meditation, Fr Gavan reflects on the Benedictus – Zechariah’s hymn of praise after the birth of John the Baptist. Once struck silent, Zechariah’s voice returns in thanksgiving, blessing God for His faithfulness through generations. Fr Gavan explores how this canticle invites us to see ourselves within that same living tradition — heirs of faith, called to prepare the way for Christ in our own lives. Like John, we are each given a unique mission: to bring light to others and to serve God without fear.

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Meditations | Episode #66

Meditations is a weekly podcast with Fr Gavan Jennings produced by Called to More. Each week you can expect a meditation to pray with and to use as a seed for continued prayer — on the life of Jesus, his Church and how we can attain sanctity.

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In this meditation, Fr Gavan reflects on the mid-morning hymn “Custodi mentem Ordinata”, traditionally prayed at Terce—the third hour of the day, around 9am. Rooted in the moment of Pentecost, this hymn invites us to recognise God’s sacred order woven into the rhythm of time. Through faith, hope and charity, we are called to become a dwelling place for the Holy Spirit, even in the midst of daily work. Discover how prayer can reorient a wandering heart, restore purpose to the ordinary, and rekindle the Spirit’s presence in the middle of your day.

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Meditations | Episode #64

Meditations is a weekly podcast with Fr Gavan Jennings produced by Called to More. Each week you can expect a meditation to pray with and to use as a seed for continued prayer — on the life of Jesus, his Church and how we can attain sanctity.

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