The Gospel spoke today about the love of enemies, that ability to reach out to those who persecute. Titus had that opportunity and lived it out so well. He had the ability to say, “You must love him, but perhaps not all the time, not all day, not at each moment.”
Quote of the day, 29 December: The Carmelite Rule
Since man's life on earth is a time of trial, and all who would live devotedly in Christ must undergo persecution, and the devil your foe is on the prowl like a roaring lion looking for prey to devour...
Quote of the day, 23 August: Silvio José Báez, O.C.D.
When the Church sees that many people are distancing themselves and attacking Her, the Church never experiences the bitterness of resentment or the evil power of revenge; She always acts with gentleness and mercy
Quote of the day, 7 August: The Carmelite Rule
Since man's life on earth is a time of trial, and all who would live devotedly in Christ must undergo persecution...
Undergoing persecution
You must use every care to clothe yourselves in God's armour
Politico-Religious Oppression in Nicaragua — Silvio José Báez, O.C.D.
Threats against Bishop Báez have been so severe that Pope Francis recalled him to Rome
Justice is a non-negotiable — Silvio José Báez, O.C.D.
I believe that justice is a non-negotiable; the truth must be established
Bishop Silvio Báez: “No rebuilding without a reckoning”
The Church must continue to be less diplomatic and more prophetic
Quote of the day: 24 March
The scapular of the Virgin cannot separate us from the Gospel
St. Joseph Novena 2020 — Day 7
What is my contribution to make Jesus known?
St. John of the Cross Novena — Day 5
In tribulation, immediately draw near to God with trust
Quote of the day: 12 August
I saw a man come from the forest with his back torn apart
27 July: Blessed Titus Brandsma
He proclaimed human dignity and the freedom of the Church, even in the throes of degrading persecution and death
St. Joseph Novena 2019 – Day 7
Persecution begins with his birth and will follow him until his death
July 27: Blessed Titus Brandsma
"Oh, that this day we might realize the value God has placed on the suffering He sends: He, the All-Good."
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