The first gift given to Christian people was the right of direct appeal to God, the right to address God with the familiar “Thou.” Today it seems natural to us that the religious person would pray to ...
But here is something interesting: given this amazing wealth, given this extraordinary power, we always ask something silly of God, we seek small things from God, which in fact adds up to seeking ...
With those who hope for the consolation of Christ we are to share warmly the joy of today’s feast. Each of us can bring the light of the star of Bethlehem to those close to us and far from us – to ...
This morning I came and read Midnight Office. Suddenly I had the thought: now I am praying. My God! How beautiful and important this is – for I am speaking “into the ear” of the Lord – His, truly ...
The thing I personally appreciate about these invitations to peaceful silence and their contrast with my own basic lack of silence and peace is that it forces me to look inside, face up to my inner ...
Are there many who could now say together with St. Basil the Great, “I cannot worship creatures, because I myself have the commandment to become a god!” Denial of the incarnation, denial of the Lord ...
Unfortunately it is not only Moslems and Jews that have difficulty understanding the concept of the Incarnation and the birth of the Son of God, but many of our own fellow Christians struggle with ...
It was a must in ancient Israel, as in other nationalities, to keep genealogical records by the male line. The women, strictly speaking, didn’t need to be recorded at all. But in our case, among the ...
Even if one thinks in terms of profit, in the final analysis tourists value not only French cheese, German beer, and London fog, but also the unique atmosphere of European comfort, history, and ...
This Christmas, as we face the tension we can transform it. Instead of simply buying more stuff for one another our gifts can be personal and lasting. The act of conscientious and prayerful giving ...
