{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Four-walk-together.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fnew-year-resolutions-sTHOS_jk","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"New Year Resolutions ????","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/bcd2996d-3c35-40bf-899e-9f661b36ff4c/bfd35069-c738-43dc-a6b9-c7b8baf3e2dc/2024-12-31-20-20paull.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/98f9972f-1a8b-401b-b007-75c663c87e8c\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"New Year Resolutions ????\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"In this episode, Paul R. Long OFS discusses the significance of New Year resolutions through a secular Franciscan lens. He emphasizes the importance of setting intentions that reflect deeper values such as humility, service, and care for creation. The discussion covers practical ways to incorporate these values into resolutions, the role of prayer and community in supporting these goals, and the importance of reflection and adaptability in the resolution process. Ultimately, the conversation encourages listeners to approach their resolutions as acts of faith that foster personal growth and community connection."}