Ignatius of Antioch (d. early first century). Antakya in Turkey today. Third patriarch of Antioch after St. Peter and Evodius. Peter himself wanted Ignatius appointed? Opulent centre of trade in Roman Syria. Child blessed by Jesus? Knew and was disciple of John the Apostle? Converted to Christianity. Effective witness, hence...
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Getting older, you have more of a past and less of a future. Considering your past, you can see how it has led to your present: who you have been has become who you are. Yet, you know that your present is pregnant with your future. Like any pregnancy, it...
St. Luke tells us that Moses and Elijah spoke to Jesus about the “departure” he was about to accomplish in Jerusalem. They’re talking about His death. Now, death is certainly a departure, but we would hardly call it an accomplishment. For Jesus, it is an accomplishment in the sense that...
THE SIN OF GOSSIP Homily, 02.03.25, 8th Sunday of the Year What we say reveals our hearts. For most, our heart is neither completely good nor completely evil but a mixed bag. Talking about other people, for example, can be good, when we are positive towards them; but it can...
Everyone has heard of Francis of Assisi (1181-1226). Born into a wealthy family, his father was a hugely successful silk merchant. At first, it looked like Francis would espouse his father’s business. Francis was into everything and anything gallant! His friends called him the “party king.” After various experiences of...
Many sayings about words contradict each other. “Words are ten a penny.” “Words matter.” “Actions speak louder than words.” From the bible we hear: “when words are many, transgression is not lacking” (Proverbs 17:17-18); “our words have the power of life and death” (Proverbs 18:21). Perhaps what matters most is...
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