So let me recall with you those two catches of fish made by the disciples at the command of the Lord Jesus Christ: one before His passion, the other after His resurrection. These two catches of fish stand for the … Continue reading
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The Lord Jesus agreed to go to the centurions house to cure his servant, but he replied: I am not worthy to have you under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed. In protesting his … Continue reading
The Church observes the birth of John as in some way sacred. And, you will not find any other of the great men of old whose birth we celebrate officially. We celebrate John’s, as we celebrate Christ’s. This point cannot … Continue reading
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Pentecost Sunday
My brothers and sisters, if you want the Holy Spirit to dwell in you, listen carefully. Our spirit, by means of which each individual lives, is called the soul. And look what the soul does in the body. It gives … Continue reading
John is the voice, but the Lord is the Word who was in the beginning. John is the voice that lasts for a time; from the beginning Christ is the Word who lives forever. Do you need proof that the … Continue reading
Let no one delay in coming to the supper. Let us put aside all idle wicked excuses, and come to supper in which our souls are fed. Let no swelling of pride keep us back, or lift us above ourselves; … Continue reading
“If anyone wishes to be a follower of mine, let him renounce himself and take up his cross and come after me.” Our Lord’s command seems hard and heavy, that anyone who wants to follow Him must renounce himself. But … Continue reading
I acknowledge my transgression, says David. If I admit my fault, then you will pardon it. Let us never assume that if we live good lives we will be without sin; our lives should be praised only when we continue … Continue reading
Stretching out His hand over His disciples, the Lord Christ declared: Here are my mother and my brothers; anyone who does the will of my Father who sent me is my brother and sister and my mother. I would urge … Continue reading
Listen to me, dearly beloved, listen to me or this sweat of mine may bear witness against you; listen to me. When the apostle James was talking about faith and works against those who thought their faith was enough, and … Continue reading