From the letter of the apostle Paul to the Galatians 3:15-4:7
Before faith came we were under the constraint of the law, locked in until the faith that was coming should be revealed. In other words, the law was our monitor…
From a homily on Genesis by Origen, priest
Christ is the Word of God, but the Word became flesh. Christ therefore suffered and died, but in the flesh. In this respect, the ram is the type, just as…
From a short discourse by Saint Bonaventure, bishop
The source of sacred Scripture was not human research but divine revelation. This revelation comes from the Father of Light from whom the whole concept of fatherhood in heaven and on…
From the pastoral constitution on the Church in the modern world of the Second Vatican Council
Man and his activity The activity of man, as it has its origin in man, has man also as its end. Man through his work not only introduces change into…
From a homily by a spiritual writer of the fourth century
May you be filled to the complete fullness of Christ Those who have been considered worthy to go forth as the sons of God and to be born again…
From the Catecheses by Saint Cyril of Jerusalem, bishop
Even in time of persecution let the cross be your joy The Catholic Church glories in every deed of Christ. Her supreme glory, however, is the cross. Well aware of…
From an account of the martyrdom of Saint Paul Miki and his companions, by a contemporary writer
The crosses were set in place. Father Pasio and Father Rodriguez took turns encouraging the victims. Their steadfast behavior was wonderful to see. The Father Bursar stood motionless, his eyes…
From a homily on Saint Agatha by Saint Methodius of Sicily, bishop
My fellow Christians, our annual celebration of a martyr’s feast has brought us together. She achieved renown in the early Church for her noble victory; she is well known…
From a commentary on the psalms by Saint Hilary of Poitiers, bishop
Behold, how good and pleasant it is for brothers to dwell in unity! It is good and pleasant for brothers to dwell in unity, because when they do so…