Ascension Thursday marks a significant Holy Day reflecting the acceptance of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice by God the Father. The infinite nature of Christ allows His sacrifice to remain effective throughout time, renewed in the Mass. Prior to 1968, Catholics believed the Mass was the unbloody continuation of Calvary, a belief now mostly held by traditional Catholics.
Category: Religion
A Sermon On Lent Part II by St Augustine from Fathers of the Church Pamphlets
These holy days which we are devoting to the observance of Lent remind me to speak to you about fraternal agreement, so that whosever has a complaint against another may bring it to and end lest he himself come to an end. Do not despise these words, my brethren. For, by reason of the Fact that this mortal and frail life, which is passed amid so many earthly temptations and which prays that it may not be overwhelmed by them, cannot be lived even by a just person without some sins, we have a remedy by which we can live because our Teacher, God, taught us to say in His prayer: ‘Forgive us our debts, as we also for give our debtors.’ [Matt. 6:12] We have done what was stipulate and what was pleasing in the eyes of God, and we have signed the agreement for cancelling our debt.
A Sermon On Lent Part I by St Augustine from The Fathers of the Church Pamphlets
St. Augustine’s sermon emphasizes the significance of Lent as a season for humility, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, urging Christians to reflect on their actions and devote themselves to spiritual growth. He highlights that true charity involves giving to the needy and fostering forgiveness, crucial for gaining God’s blessings in return.
CHRISTIAN JOY – a Quote from my bulletin on the fourth Sunday in Lent
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.
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.
Traditional Thomistic Catholic 