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 December,
Padre Pio Press Cordially Invites Its Readership to Join In Saying:
Litany of the
Immaculate Conception of Mary
First Sunday of Advent — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
Translation of the Epistle for the First Sunday of Advent (Rom 13:11-14)
Fra Angelico, 1435-40
Brethren, knowing the time, that it is now the hour for us to rise from sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we believed. The night is past, and the day is at hand; let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light. Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and impurities, not in contention […]
First Sunday of Advent — A Message from St. Pope John Paul II
(Digital Remaster)
Translation of the Gospel According to St. Luke (21:25-33)
At that time Jesus said to His disciples: There shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, by reason of the confusion of the roaring of the sea and of the waves: men withering away for fear and expectations of what shall come upon the whole world. For the powers of heaven shall be moved. And then they shall see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with great power and majesty. But […]
