Christ in the World

*** *** *** “Idleness is the enemy of the soul; and therefore the brethren ought to be employed in manual labor at certain times, at others, in devout reading.” ~ from the Rule of St. Benedict

— St. Benedict of Nursia (480-547) was a visionary… his instructions on religious life, known as the “Rule of St. Benedict,” is still directing monastic life today. Its wisdom emphasizes balance and moderation; through prayer, work, and simplicity. Although written for monastics, the Rule is widely read by the those who seek “to do battle […]

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— Daughter of King Peter III of Aragon, St. Elizabeth (1271-1336) was a devout child, developing a spiritual strength that would equip her in life. At a young age, she was given in marriage to Denis, King of Portugal. He would have several illegitimate children, resulting in great strife over heirship to the throne. Elizabeth […]

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We wish you and family a blessed and safe Independence Day! ~ from all of us at Midwest Theological Forum (Apostolic Journey – Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore – 10/08/1995)

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— “My Lord and my God!”… the great acclamation of St. Thomas after touching the wounds of Christ (Jn 20:28). — Although Thomas is best remembered for doubting the Resurrection; his work proved steadfast in preaching the Gospel. After Pentecost, the ‘scattering of The Twelve’ would take Thomas far outside the Roman Empire, carrying the […]

*** *** *** “Sanctity is not for a privileged few. The Lord calls all of us… For the daily life we live, apparently so ordinary, can be a path to sanctity: it is not necessary to abandon one’s place in the world in order to search for God…because all the paths of the earth can be the occasion for an encounter with Christ.” (St. Josemaria Escriva)

— Today we honor St. Josemaria Escriva (1902-1975), Spanish priest, who through his life and work taught that we are all called to holiness. St. Josemaria’s popular writings include “The Way,” “Christ Is Passing By,” and “Friends of God.”