In the heart of Lent, the Church encourages joy amidst sorrow. Despite the approaching Passion, the faithful are reminded of the joy stemming from deepening charity and union with God. This joy, while not complete, marks the anticipation of Easter and strengthens the resolve to remain faithful to spiritual efforts.
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday is the most sacred day in the Liturgical calendar, celebrating Jesus Christ’s resurrection as proof of His divinity. This event inspires countless martyrs and forms the foundation of the Catholic faith, emphasizing that through Christ, believers find purpose and hope for eternal life in heaven.
Palm Sunday
This is really the first day of Holy Week.
Passion Sunday
This was the one time that he said clearly – for any true Jew, by using Gods proper name, the concept of the non-contingent being, that He was God. Specifically: “before Abraham was made, I AM.” [emphasis mine]
The Stuggle against the Devil of Impurity – another Quote from my bulletin from the Third Sunday in Lent
The content discusses the significance of purity of heart as emphasized in St. Matthew 5:8. It highlights the devil of impurity as a major threat to spiritual integrity, urging individuals to combat it through confession, frequent Eucharist, and avoidance of worldly distractions. The article encourages love for God and maintaining dignity.
A Call to Holiness – a short Quote from my bulletin on the Second Sunday in Lent (last week)
The Apostle Paul emphasizes God’s desire for us to attain holiness, referencing biblical passages that call for sanctification. Holiness involves conforming to Christ and can be achieved through prayer, sacraments, and combating evil tendencies. The journey toward holiness is a progression of faith, ultimately reflecting Christ’s love and character.
Great Courses on Raising Children and for Students in General
Courses for and about children
The Traditional Way of Raising Male Children
This blog is a look at the biblically informed way of raising male children. We will take a significant Bible verse, with regard to children and expand upon its meaning and its implications.
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is the start of the Catholic season of Lent which ends with the Triduum – Holy Thursday (the last supper), Good Friday (Jesus Christ’s passion and death), Holy Saturday, and Easter
The Mystical Body of Christ, Sanctifying Grace, and the Function and need for Sacraments Explained – book review “Of Sacraments and Sacrifice” by Clifford Howell, S.J. including the quoted explanation referred to above
Of all the things that have to be explained I am inclined to think that the most fundamental – that which comes logically first – is the idea of supernatural life, or sanctifying grace (to give it its other name). If this is understood, then “Mystical Body” doctrine becomes intelligible.
Traditional Thomistic Catholic 