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Part 1 – Lenten Series: 7 Last Words of Jesus – The Inner Life – February 18, 2026

Patrick Conleyby Patrick Conley

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?
  • (31:21) 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?
  • (35:58) 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?

(40:27) Break 2

  • (42:04) How is Forgiveness something we can strive for in our lives?
  • Yolie – Is it mandatory to forgive others?

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Patrick Conley

Patrick Conley

Patrick Conley was born, raised, and baptized in Wisconsin in a Protestant tradition. After meeting his wife, Kendra, through an Evangelical ministry at the University of Minnesota, they entered the Catholic Church in 2010. They listened to Relevant Radio, specifically The Inner Life, while preparing to enter the Church. Conley now holds a degree in theology from Oxford University and has served the Church in both academic theology and grassroots pastoral ministry. Conley teaches religion classes in a Catholic elementary school, serves as his parish Director of Religious Education, and is in formation for the permanent diaconate. He also hosts Practicing Catholic on Relevant Radio, exclusive to the Minneapolis area’s airwaves, and is a traveling presenter for the Catherine of Siena Institute apostolate. He lives in rural Wisconsin with his wife and their bulldogs, Georgie and Bingley.