The movement of the human soul, and human society in general, from its fallen chaotic state towards divine order is at the heart of the Blog of Padre Pio Press. Writings, ponderings, and reflections on this movement of the soul are authored by Fr. Cliff Ermatinger and by the occasional Guest Contributor. The articles and recordings are relegated to the following areas:
Throughout the Month of August,
Padre Pio Press Cordially Invites Its Readership to Join in Saying:
Litany of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Fourth Sunday After Epiphany — A Message From Pope Pius X
Peace, Be Still, Arnold Friberg, 1995
Translation of the Holy Gospel According to Matthew
At that time, when Jesus entered into the boat, His disciples followed Him: and behold a great tempest arose in the sea, so that the boat was covered with waves, but He was asleep. And His disciples came to Him and awoke Him, saying: Lord, save us, we perish. And Jesus saith to them: Why are you fearful, O ye of little faith? Then rising up, He commanded the winds and the sea, and there came a great calm. But the men wondered, saying: What manner of man is this, for the winds and the sea obey […]
Spiritual Assault Weapons – A Talk by Fr. Ermatinger
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Spiritual Assault Weapons
A Lecture Given by Fr. Ermatinger
Outline Of Talk
Spiritual Assault Weapons
- Introduction:0:00-0:41
- Life is Combat: 0:41-2:00
- A Choice to Be a Victim or Victor
- Join with Christ: 1:06-1:44
- Laughing into Battle: 1:30-1:44
- The World the Flesh and the Devil: 1:44-2:00
- Discussion on Catholic Culture: 2:00-3:33
- Connection Between Cultivation, Cult, and Identity: 3:33-4:30
- Try to Live Out an Existence that Glorifies God: 4:00-4:30
- Three Enemies: 4:30-7:11
- The Devil: 4:30-5:04
- Intelligent Enemy and His Agents: 4:50-5:04
- The Flesh: […]
- The Devil: 4:30-5:04
Mein Krampf
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Mein Krampf
Because Padre Pio Press is such a prestigious voice in all things, it ought not surprise our reader that from time to time, even the great shepherds of the Church (especially the German ones) seek it out for spiritual direction, solutions to theological conundrums, sage counsel of the sartorial sort, and insider tips for the racetrack.
Most recently, a team of moral theologians and canonists requested pastoral assistance with signage for their sinodal way. 
Till now, their marching orders consisted of stripping the path of all “one-way” indicators to be replaced with two-way signs. But this got their Lederhosen […]