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
Feast of the Circumcision — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
The Circumcision of Christ, Peter Paul Rubens, 1605
Translation of the Epistle of Titus
Dearly beloved: The grace of God our Savior hath appeared to all men, instructing us, that, denying ungodliness and worldly desires, we should live soberly and justly and godly in this world, looking for the blessed hope and coming of the glory of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ: Who gave Himself for us, that He might redeem us from all iniquity, and might cleanse to Himself a people acceptable, a pursuer of good works. These things speak and exhort: in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Translation of the Holy Gospel According to St. Luke
At that time after eight days […]
Feast of the Circumcision — A Message From St. Anthony of Padua
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Translation of the Holy Gospel According to 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.
From St. Anthony of Padua’s The Festival Sermons: The Circumcision of the Lord
1. At that time: After eight days were completed, etc. (Lc 2:21).
In this Gospel two things are noted: Christ’s circumcision, and the calling of his name.
2. Christ’s circumcision: After eight days were completed, that the child should be circumcised. Note that in this first clause we are taught, anagogically, how every just person will be circumcised from […]
