by Editor | Mar 22, 2018 | Holy Spirit, Rosary
The Annunciation by Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J. It is not without deep reason that St. Luke is called the “Evangelist of the Holy Spirit.” When Our Lady asked the angel at the Annunciation how she was to conceive a son since she was vowed to virginity, the angel assured...
by Editor | Mar 14, 2018 | Lent, Poverty
Poverty in the Modern World by Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J. If there is one theme that permeates the Gospels, it is the practice and praise of poverty. When the Word became flesh and the infinite God entered our world as Man, He was born in a stable. His Mother wrapped...
by Editor | Feb 20, 2018 | Lent, Penance, Sin
Penance and Reparation: A Lenten Meditation by Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J. Penance and reparation are the consequence of sin. Or again, penance and reparation are the price we have to pay for our own and other people’s sin. Penance and reparation, finally, are what...
by Editor | Feb 2, 2018 | Mariology, Prayer, Rosary
Our Lady of the Rosary – Marian Retreat Joyful Mysteries The Presentation by Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J. Our present reflections on the Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple. The narrative as described by St. Luke is one of the longest,...
by Editor | Jan 24, 2018 | Saints, Spirituality, Video
Today (January 24) we celebrate the feast day of a great Doctor of the Church, St. Francis de Sales. Born at the peak of Protestantism, he became a clear voice in defending the Catholic faith. He was also a strong advocate for the Church’s need of dedicated...
