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 Holy Family
A Message for Overcoming Sin
SOMETIMES VANITY INDUCES the desire for spiritual influence, which one pictures fulfilled with such holiness and rigor that one would be an example of sanctity to others, winning over many to Christ not only by manner of life but by doctrine and preaching. Even amidst one’s solicitude, vanity makes one go round in mind and spirit, conversing with others under the incitement of vanity’s illusions. Filled with these vain images, one is unable to make use of the present, clinging with delight to those wandering phantasms, as if they were true.
SOMETIMES VANITY INDUCES the desire for spiritual influence, which one pictures fulfilled with such holiness and rigor that one would be an example of sanctity to others, winning over many to Christ not only by manner of life but by doctrine and preaching. Even amidst one’s solicitude, vanity makes one go round in mind and spirit, conversing with others under the incitement of vanity’s illusions. Filled with these vain images, one is unable to make use of the present, clinging with delight to those wandering phantasms, as if they were true.
Third Sunday After Epiphany — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
Arabic Gospels, 1684
Translation of the Epistle for the Third Sunday after Epiphany (Romans 12:16-21)
Brethren: Be not wise in your own conceits. To no man rendering evil for evil: providing good things not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of men. If it be possible, as much as is in you, have peace with all men. Not Revenge yourselves, my dearly beloved, but give place unto wrath. For it is written: Revenge is mine: I will repay, saith the Lord. But if thy enemy […]
Third Sunday After Epiphany — A Message From St. Gregory Narek
James Tissot, 1886–1894
Translation of the Holy Gospel According to Matthew (8:1-13)
At that time, when Jesus was come down from the mountain, great multitudes followed Him: and behold a leper came and adored Him saying: Lord, if Thou wilt, Thou canst make me clean. And Jesus, stretching forth His hand touched him, saying: I will. Be thou made clean. And forthwith his leprosy was cleansed. And Jesus saith to him: See, thou tell no man: but go, show thyself to the priest, and offer the gift which Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. And […]