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 August,
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Litany of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
The Goal of The Spiritual Life, Part IV: Meaning and Efficacy of Penance – A Talk by Fr. Ermatinger
- Intro/Prayers: 0:00-1:18
- “Quiz”: 1:18-1:59
- Lord’s First Public Words Were “Repent”: 1:59-3:55
- Programs of Lent: Am I Any Different after 40 Days: 2:44-3:22
- What is Penance For Me?: 3:22-3:55
- Intro/Prayers: 0:00-1:18
- “Quiz”: 1:18-1:59
- Lord’s First Public Words Were “Repent”: 1:59-3:55
- Programs of Lent: Am I Any Different after 40 Days: 2:44-3:22
- What is Penance For Me?: 3:22-3:55
Meaning and Efficacy of Penance
Part IV of a Lecture Series Given by Fr. Ermatinger
Outline Of Talk
Meaning and Efficacy of Penance
Feast of the Holy Family — Sermon by Fr. Ermatinger
Pinned Post 
Boy Jesus Teaching in the Temple, Side Altar, Church Our Lady Across the Dijle.
Translation of the Epistle to the Colossians
Brethren, Put ye on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, the bowels of mercy, benignity, humility, modesty, patience: bearing with one another and forgiving one another: even as the Lord hath forgiven you, so do you also. But above all these things have charity, which is the bond of perfection: and let the peace of Christ rejoice in your hearts, wherein also you are called in one body: and be ye thankful. Let the word of Christ […]
Feast of the Holy Family — A Message From Pope St. John Paul II
Byzantine Icon of Holy Family
Translation of the Holy Gospel According to Luke
When Jesus was twelve years old, they going up into Jerusalem according to the custom of the feast, and having fulfilled the days, when they returned, the Child Jesus remained in Jerusalem, and His parents knew it not. And thinking that He was in the company, they came a day’s journey, and sought Him among their kinsfolk and acquaintances. And not finding Him, they returned into Jerusalem, seeking Him. And it came to pass that after three days they found Him in the Temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, hearing them and asking them questions. And all that heard Him […]