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
Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost — Homily by Fr. Ermatinger
William Brassey Hole, 1913
Translation of the Epistle for the 20th Sunday After Pentecost
Brethren: Keep careful watch over your conduct. Do not act like fools, but like wise men make the most of every opportunity, for these are evil days. Therefore do not be thoughtless; but know how to discern the will of the Lord. Do not get drunk on wine, for that leads to debauchery. But be filled with the Spirit, expressing yourselves in psalms, hymns and inspired songs, singing and praising the Lord with all your […]
Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost — A Message From St. John of the Cross
Paolo Veronese, 1581-2
Translation of the Gospel According to St. John
At that time, there was a certain ruler whose son was sick at Capharnaum. He, having heard that Jesus was come from Judæa into Galilee, went to Him, and prayed Him to come down, and heal his son for he was at the point of death. Jesus therefore said to him: Unless you see signs and wonders, you believe not. The ruler saith to Him: Lord, come down before my son die. Jesus saith to him: Go on thy way, thy son lives. The man […]
