From the pastoral constitution on the Church in the modern world of the Second Vatican Council
Men must not be content simply to support the efforts of others in the work for peace; they must also scrutinize their own attitudes. Statesmen, responsible as they are for…
From the pastoral constitution on the Church in the modern world of the Second Vatican Council
Peace is not the mere absence of war or the simple maintenance of a balance of power between forces, nor can it be imposed at the dictate of absolute power….
From a dialogue on Divine Providence by Saint Catherine of Siena, virgin
With a look of mercy that revealed his indescribable kindness, God the Father spoke to Catherine: Beloved daughter, everything I give to man comes from the love and care I…
From a sermon by Saint Bernard, abbot
Why should our praise and glorification, or even the celebration of this feast day mean anything to the saints? What do they care about earthly honors when their heavenly Father…
From a sermon by Saint Bernard, abbot
Why should our praise and glorification, or even the celebration of this feast day mean anything to the saints? What do they care about earthly honors when their heavenly Father…
From a letter to the Corinthians by Saint Clement, pope and martyr
Let us put on the unity of mind, thinking humble thoughts, exercising self-control, keeping ourselves far from all backbiting and slander, being righteous in deed, and not in word only….
From a letter to the Corinthians by Saint Clement, pope and martyr
Consider, beloved, how the Lord keeps reminding us of the resurrection that is to come, of which he has made the Lord Jesus Christ the firstfruits by raising him from…
From a letter to the Corinthians by Saint Clement, pope and martyr
Dear friends, take care that God’s blessings, which are many, do not become the condemnation of us all; we must live lives worthy of him and in mutual harmony do…
From a letter to the Corinthians by Saint Clement I, pope and martyr
Let us fix our gaze on the Father and Creator of the whole world, and let us hold on to his peace and blessings, his splendid and surpassing gifts. Let…