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 May,
Padre Pio Press Cordially Invites Its Readership to Join In Saying:
Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary
St. Augustine, is there Prayer in Heaven?
Question 101
Will our prayer finally come to an end in heaven?
…Augustine makes our primary occupation in heaven to be prayer…in the form of singing God’s praise with an everlasting Alleluia. “For when we come to our rest after [our Earthly] labors, God’s praise will be our sole occupation, for there [in Heaven] our task will be Alleluia [which is to praise God]. For once the labors of this life and this world itself ceases, there will be an unceasing fullness in Alleluia… For there our food will be Alleluia, our drink will be
Most Holy Name of Jesus 2022 – Homily by Fr. Ermatinger
Transcription of Homily
Continuation of the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke.
At that time, after eight days were accomplished, that the child should be circumcised. His name was called Jesus, which was called by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.
The saving words of the Gospel.
In the name of the Father and the Son, the Holy Ghost, Amen.
His name shall be called Jesus. For those of you who were at Mass yesterday, this gospel may sound familiar. I was given the opportunity to preach on both days on the shortest gospel in the liturgical year, two days in a row. So thank you. We have this beautiful feast of the […]