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 April,
Padre Pio Press Cordially Invites Its Readership to Join In Saying:
Litany of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Sepulchre — A Medieval Poem by George Herbert
The Temple Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations, by George Herbert, 1633
O Blessed bodie! Whither art thou thrown?
No lodging for thee, but a cold hard stone?
So many hearts on earth, and yet not one
Receive thee?
The Concept of Sin: Part V — A Talk by Fr. Ermatinger
Pinned Post
The Concept of Sin: A Seven-Headed Beast and Its Hideous Daughters
Part V — Overcoming the 7 Deadly Sins
Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost — Homily by Fr. Ermatinger
Translation of the Epistle for the 15th Sunday After Pentecost
Brethren, if we live in the spirit, let us also walk in the spirit. Let us not be made desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another. Brethren, and if a man be overtaken in any fault, you, who are spiritual, instruct such a one in the spirit of meekness, considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye another’s burdens, and so you shall fulfill the law of Christ. For if any […]