The Way
Join Jonathan Roumie, Sr. Miriam James Heidland, and Fr. Toshio Sato, C.M. as we draw closer to Jesus, who is "the way, the truth, and the life." Embark on a spiritual journey with the writings of St. Josemaría Escrivá - author of the modern spiritual classic, "The Way" - as we meditate on the life of Servant of God Takashi Nagai.
17 sessions
1The WayJonathan Roumie introduces our theme. Then, Fr. Mike Schmitz concludes our time with the Litany of Humility.
Jonathan & Fr. Mike9 min
2AshesToday Jonathan introduces us to Servant of God Takashi Nagai, the Japanese physician who survived the atomic bombing in 1945. We'll conclude by praying with the verse from Mark Chapter 9: "Lord, I believe, help my unbelief."
Jonathan8 min
3"26"In today's session, Jonathan opens with words from St. Josemar�a Escriv� on prayer and then shares the history of Christianity in Japan through the story of the 26 martyrs. Jonathan is joined by Fr. Toshio, C.M., who reads the martyrs' powerful words from "A Song for Nagasaki."
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.12 min
4BeginningReturning to "A Song for Nagasaki," Jonathan explores Taskashi Nagai's early life and how, as an atheist, his curiosity was sparked by attending Christmas Eve Mass.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.14 min
5SweetheartToday, Jonathan recounts a turning point in Takashi Nagai's life as he helps a young woman, Midori, and discovers her and her family's full reliance on God. Then, Sr. Miriam joins us to reflect on St. Josemaría's words and close us in prayer.
Jonathan & Sr. Miriam14 min
6GoneIn this session, Jonathan explores the wisdom of St. Josemar�a Escriv� and returns to "A Song for Nagasaki" with the love story between Takashi and Midori. Fr. Toshio, C.M. reads Takashi's words as he discovers answers to life's complex problems.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.12 min
7ReturnReturning to "A Song for Nagasaki," Jonathan and Fr. Toshio, C.M. continue with Takashi's conversion as he must decide between his old way of life and a life of faith.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.12 min
8OrdinaryToday, Jonathan shares how Takashi and Midori put their growing faith into action as they commit to life together. Then, we close our time in prayer with Sr. Miriam.
Jonathan & Sr. Miriam15 min
9The CrossToday, Jonathan turns our focus to the temptation of avoiding suffering with wise words from St. Josemaría Escrivá. Then, we see Takashi and Midori Nagai's response to suffering as they receive devastating news.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.13 min
10The Bomb**NOTE: This session contains mature themes. For those 14 or younger, please have a parent review before listening.** Returning to "A Song for Nagasaki," Jonathan and Fr. Toshio, C.M. retell Takashi's account of the atomic bomb dropping on Nagasaki.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.15 min
11Midori**NOTE: This session contains mature themes. For those 14 or younger, please have a parent review before listening.** Today, Jonathan and Fr. Toshio, C.M. share what happens when Takashi returns to his home and comes to grips with what he's lost. Then, Sr. Miriam leads us in reflection and prayer.
Jonathan, Fr. Toshio, C.M., & Sr. Miriam16 min
12KolbeToday Jonathan shares how suffering transforms into redemption and renewal with advice from St. Josemaría Escrivá and a miracle from "A Song for Nagasaki."
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.11 min
13SpeechReturning to "A Song for Nagasaki," Jonathan and Fr. Toshio, C.M. recount the poignant speech from Dr. Takashi Nagai at the memorial Mass for the victims of the atomic bomb.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.11 min
14MeaningToday, Jonathan shares the impact of Takashi's message with the people of Nagasaki as they turn to God for healing and peace. Then, Sr. Miriam joins us for a time of prayer.
Jonathan, Fr. Toshio, C.M., & Sr. Miriam14 min
15BellsIn this session, we are reminded that this world is not our home with words from St. Josemar�a. Then, Jonathan continues in "A Song for Nagasaki" as the community of Urakami experiences a moment of heaven amid their suffering.
Jonathan12 min
16VisitorsToday, Jonathan shares from "A Song for Nagasaki" how Takashi lifted others up to experience joy and victory amid struggles and opposition.
Jonathan & Fr. Toshio, C.M.12 min
17FuneralToday, Jonathan and Fr. Toshio, C.M. walk us through the final moments of Dr. Takashi Nagai's life as he takes his final breaths with his eyes fixed on Christ. Then, we close in prayer with Sr. Miriam.
Jonathan, Fr. Toshio, C.M., & Sr. Miriam15 min