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 July,
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Litany of the Most
Precious Blood of Jesus
2022 Lenten Retreat: Part II
The Life of Grace: What I Is And How To Grow In It
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Icon of Theotokos of the Life-giving Spring
2022 Lenten Retreat: Part I
Eden: Birthplace of Superstition, Idolatry, and Magic
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Garden of Eden, Roelandt Jacobsz Savery, 1625
St. Augustine, How Is It That My Inclination to Pray Is a Part of My Nature?
Question 019.
Does that mean that my inclination to pray is part of my nature? That I have come prepackaged for an encounter with God?
[Jesus] being glorified in his resurrection and ascension, brought many rich men to hold this present world in disdain, and thus truly enriching them by granting them the Holy Spirit and thereby extinguishing all longing for wealth. Otherwise, how could you have such a desire for prayer if your hope were not placed in him? And how could you trust in Him if your trust were placed in those unstable riches?
from St. Augustine Answers 101 Questions on Prayer by Fr. Ermatinger.