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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Spiritual Warfare and the Power of Christ
Originally Posted by the Diocese of Tuscon, Oct. 28, 2022 — HERE —
Fr. Cliff Ermatinger came to the Diocese of Tucson to speak to clergy and laity about spiritual warfare, the occult, and the power of Christ. The following text is adapted directly from Fr. Cliff Ermatinger’s presentation.
We are Spiritual Beings Made for Worship
As our culture retracts and becomes more distant from Christ, we must remember that we are spiritual beings as well as physical. […]
Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
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Translation of the Epistle for the 18th Sunday After Pentecost
Brethren: I give thanks to my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus, because in everything you have been enriched in Him, in all utterance and in all knowledge; even as the witness to the Christ has been made so firm in you that you lack no grace, while awaiting the appearance of our Lord Jesus Christ, Who will also keep you secure unto the end, unimpeachable in […]
Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost — A Message from St. John Chrysostom
Dura-Europos Baptistry, Syria, ca 232
Translation From the Holy Gospel According to Matthew
At that time, Jesus entering into a boat, passed over the water and came into His own city. And behold they brought Him one sick of the palsy lying on a bed and Jesus seeing their faith, said to the sick man of the palsy: Be of good heart, son, thy sins are forgiven thee. And behold some of the Scribes said within themselves: He blasphemeth. And Jesus seeing their thoughts, said: Why do you think evil in your hearts? whether is it easier […]
