BONUS: Level Up Your Lenten Prayer w/ Fr. Patrick Briscoe | Fr. Gregory Pine

February 9, 2026

Understanding Lent

This bonus podcast episode of Godsplaining features Fr. Patrick Briscoe, O.P. joining Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. to offer practical spiritual guidance on deepening and enhancing your prayer life during Lent. The episode focuses on strengthening prayer practices, finding intentional time for prayer, and cultivating a deeper encounter with God throughout the Lenten season leading up to Easter. This content is rooted in Catholic Lenten traditions of prayer, fasting, and reflection and encourages viewers to grow spiritually, reflect on Christ’s passion, and prepare their hearts for Holy Week and Easter Sunday. The video is valuable for Catholics and other Christians seeking a more meaningful Lenten journey through disciplined prayer and spiritual growth.

More on Fr. Patrick’s new book, Witness

What is Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation about?

Witness is a daily Lenten devotional that journeys with biblical figures who encountered Christ in his Passion — saints and sinners alike — inviting readers to reflect on virtues like repentance, trust, compassion, humility, courage, and sacrifice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Witness enhance your Lent beyond traditional Scripture reading?

It pairs daily reflections with questions for prayer, short meditations rooted in Scripture and the Church Fathers, weekly virtues, beautiful artwork, and companion videos by Fr. Patrick to deepen contemplation and spiritual growth.

How does Witness approach the Passion in a way that relates to everyday life?

Instead of just recounting events, Witness uses the perspectives of those present at the Passion to mirror our own spiritual journey, emphasizing that the story of Christ’s suffering continues to unfold in our daily lives and invites transformation.

How can I make the most out of Witness during Lent?

Set a regular daily prayer time, reflect on the meditation and Scripture, journal your responses to the reflection questions, watch the weekly companion video, and — if possible — discuss insights with a friend or group to deepen understanding and accountability.