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:
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Litany of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
James Tissot, 1886-94
Translation of the Epistle for the 22nd Sunday After Pentecost
Brethren, I am convinced in the Lord Jesus, that he, who has begun a good work in you, will bring it to perfection until the day of Christ Jesus; and I have the right so to feel about you all because I have you in my heart, all of you alike in my chains, and in the defense and confirmation of the Gospel as sharers in my joy. For God is my witness, how I long for you […]
Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost — A Message From Pope Benedict XVI
attrib. Jacob Adriaensz Backer, early 17th c.
Translation of the Gospel of St. Matthew
At that time, the Pharisees went and consulted among themselves, how to ensnare Jesus in His speech. And they sent to Him their disciples, with the Herodians, saying: Master, we know that Thou art a true speaker, and teach the way of God in truth, neither care Thou for any man, for Thou dost not regard the person of men. Tell us therefore, what dost Thou think? Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar, or not? But Jesus knowing their wickedness, said: Why do […]