This Easter season, O Clarim presents a three-part series by Fr Fausto Gomez OP. In his third piece, Fr Gomez emphasizes on the transformative power of Christ’s resurrection. The article also explores the essence of Christian joy, rooted in God’s love and transcending even in the face of suffering. Drawing from biblical passages and theological insights, it underscores the inseparable connection between joy and faith, encouraging believers to embrace a joyful outlook amidst life’s challenges.
Adult baptism (increasingly common) represents a huge sign of hope. At the most recent Easter Vigil, 185 catechumens of the Apostolic Vicariate of Phnom Penh received baptism, along with the other sacraments of “Christian initiation” (confirmation and Eucharist).
Recognizing the sacredness of our everyday existence, both its joys and challenges, enables us to live more fully and purposefully. Rather than merely passing through life like “ghosts,” we are invited by the Risen Christ to embrace it with passion and meaning, as He did.
In 325, Eusebius played a key role in the Council of Nicea. He advocated a middle way between Arius’ position and that of Athanasius. We owe a lot to Eusebius for providing us with information regarding the early Church. He wrote ten volumes of Church History.
This Easter season, O Clarim presents a three-part series by Fr Fausto Gomez OP. In his second piece, Fr Gomez reflects on the significance of Christ’s resurrection and its impact on believers. The article emphasizes the unique nature of Jesus’ resurrection and encourages us to consider the role of witnesses in affirming our belief. Furthermore, it calls on us to live as a witness of Christ’s resurrection in the world, demonstrating love and compassion amidst contemporary challenges.
Amidst Haiti’s political and social crisis, the Catholic Church faces ongoing challenges, including kidnappings and attacks targeting clergy and religious figures. The situation remains volatile, with the country struggling to establish stable governance amidst violence and gang control.
Every time we entrust our fear to God, and strive to overcome the forces of division and isolation through acts of mercy, we fully live the Grace we received at our Baptism. This Grace is stronger than the chaos we experience both within ourselves and in the world around us.
The rise of Arianism in Alexandria challenged orthodox Christian beliefs, as Arius propagated a doctrine that denied the divinity of Christ and the Holy Trinity. Despite efforts to reconcile, Arius’ teachings were condemned by a synod led by Bishop Alexander.
In highly restrictive and male-oriented cultures, the belief that “women are less worthy than men” has seeped deep into women’s unconscious, so that experiencing the liberating message of the gospel requires greater effort and openness. It is important that religious institutes provide an integral human and spiritual formation for their members to help them develop their gifts and potentials and realize their “feminine genius” in serving the Church.
In this piece, we delve into the profound significance of the Holy Rosary, a venerable prayer tradition established by Pope St. Pius V and understand its powerful intercessory role through the Blessed Mother. We learn about fifteen promises for those faithfully praying the Rosary, including protection, grace, and salvation. Through the regular recitation of the Rosary, we access and have the potential to receive divine assistance and grace in daily life.