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Venerable Patrick Peyton

The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

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Latest Episodes

Prayer Fasting and Almsgiving

Fr. Dave Heney joins Patrick to discuss Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving

• (2:57) - Biblical foundations of Lenten practices

• (14:15) - Lenten practices as pillars of Catholic devotion

(22:07) Break 1

• (23:0... more

Fr. Tom Wilson joins Patrick to discuss Adoration

• (3:07) what is Eucharistic Adoration?

• What makes Eucharistic Adoration different from other forms of prayer?

• (15:52) Linda - I've been doing adoration over 15 years. I started when God hit ... more

Fr. Marcel Taillon joins Patrick to discuss Morality

• What is Morality?

• (5:05) Natural Law.

• (17:49) Sara - Currently not in a state of grace...haven't been for 2 years. Divorced...very messy. Filing for an annulment. I'm in a relationship n... more

Check out this Awesome Encore Show from January 20, 2026

Msgr. Robert Dempsey joins Patrick in studio to discuss the Beauty of the Liturgy

• (4:58) What does liturgy mean?

• How is the liturgy primarily an act of God?

• What is worship?

• (13... more

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Recent Guests

Father John Paul Erickson
Parochial vicar at Nativity of Our Lord Parish, St. Paul, Minnesota
Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis
Episode: Conquering Fear - The Inner Life - January 8, 2026
Father Michael Joseph Paris
Disc House Carmelite friar and Director of Postulance at the Monasterian Shrine of Holy Hill
Monasterian Shrine of Holy Hill
Episode: Silent Prayer - The Inner Life - December 4, 2025
Father Peter Armenio
A priest of Opus Dei and widely sought speaker in preaching, retreats and days of recollection.
Opus Dei
Episode: Evangelizing Through the Media: 25 years of Relevant Radio - The Inner Life - December2, 2025
Fr. Carter Griffin
Rector of St. John Paul II Seminary
Episode: Advent - The Inner Life - December 1, 2025
Father Robert Ryan
Spiritual Director and pastor of St. Benedict Parish in Chicago
St. Benedict Parish
Episode: Vatican II - The Inner Life - November 18, 2025 [ENCORE]
Father Eric Nielsen
Pastor of St. Augustine University Parish at UW-Platteville, Wisconsin
Episode: Christ the King - The Inner Life - November 21, 2025
Mary Lou
Caregiver who reflected on the suffering of losing her husband and found peace through her relationship with Mary and Christ
Episode: Grace In Suffering - The Inner Life - November 19, 2025
Father Michael Hartge
Vicar General and moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Columbus
Diocese of Columbus
Episode: Baptism - The Inner Life - October 20, 2025
Father Patrick Hyde
Dominican priest and pastor of the St. Paul Catholic Center at Indiana University
Episode: Spiritual Warfare - The Inner Life - October 2, 2025

Host

Patrick Conley
Host of a program focusing on spiritual direction and Catholic teachings, actively engaging with listeners to provide insights and guidance on faith-related matters.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Great Support for the Spiritual Journey

    Very supportive and encouraging show that helps us to understand God’s message of love in the world and how we can grow closer to him. My favorite moments are when a caller shares something from the heart, sometimes a very difficult situation, and without fail, Chuck and the priest will help the caller to understand that they are not alone and point them in the right direction on their journey in the spiritual life. By extension, we listeners learn more and find out that we are not alone and nee... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G, MD
    United States6 years ago
  • Interesting

    Love be to listen and always learn something new

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    umca001
    United States8 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the supportive atmosphere and the encouragement they receive, reinforcing their spiritual journeys.
The program is recognized for its engaging discussions that foster community and personal reflection on faith.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

True Piety - The Inner Life - February 4, 2026
Q: Can we say that someone exhibiting piety had received the Holy Spirit?
Receiving piety implies being prepared to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit, but it involves personal responsiveness to divine inspirations.
True Piety - The Inner Life - February 4, 2026
Q: How can we distinguish between authentic devotion and external practices that may lack interior conversion?
Authentic devotion is anchored through the Holy Spirit and should be a loving conversation with God, rather than simply a monologue directed by one's own needs.
Fighting for Chastity - The Inner Life - February 9, 2026
Q: What suggestions do you have for parents and grandparents to help guide their children towards chastity?
Engaging in open, regular discussions about chastity and sexuality, building trust, and being informed about the influences children face are essential strategies for parents to help guide their children toward chastity.
Fighting for Chastity - The Inner Life - February 9, 2026
Q: Father, any response for Annie regarding her struggles with loneliness and temptation?
It's important to recognize that loneliness can be addressed through building connections with others and fostering a closer relationship with God, who will never leave us. This can help alleviate feelings of isolation and assist in overcoming temptations.
Ministering to the Youth - The Iner Life - January 30, 2026
Q: How should parents balance freedom and boundaries in their parenting?
Parents should provide their children with freedom while also setting firm boundaries. It's crucial to avoid power struggles and to teach children responsibility.

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Focused on providing spiritual direction and support, the content encompasses a variety of topics relevant to personal faith journeys, offering insights primarily from Catholic perspectives. Through discussions that often include advice from priests and religious figures, the program seeks to nurture the listener's understanding of Christian teachings and virtues while tackling issues such as suffering, community, spirituality, and the dynamics of faith in everyday life. Unique to the format is the interactive aspect, encouraging audience participation through personal stories and questions, which fosters a sense of community and shared experiences in faith.

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1. Father John Paul Erickson
2. Father Michael Joseph Paris
3. Father Peter Armenio
4. Fr. Carter Griffin
5. Father Robert Ryan
6. Father Eric Nielsen
7. Mary Lou
8. Father Michael Hartge

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