– Joni Cheng Pope Innocent III (1198-1216) created the most powerful papacy during the 13th century. He not only reformed and centralized church administration, but also became involved in political affairs. In particular he contributed to the strengthening and renewal…
MATTHEW 5:38-48 – Fernando Armellini SCJ Claretian Publications Macau “Lord I am not worthy”- we repeat before receiving communion, aware that I know I can’t become bread broken, blood shed without reserve like you, for the brethren. I know that…
– Anastasios The Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, not far from the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano that we have mentioned earlier, is one of those churches which is rich in history and art. It is within the…
– Fr Leonard Dollentas Macau’s often crowded streets, shopping areas, and parks had unexpectedly been quiet over the past days. The movement of locals and the big number of foreign workers have grounded to an almost complete halt as attention…
– Corrado Gnerre I am a married woman with older children. For years I have also been a catechist to the children of the parish. I think I can explain the doctrine well, but I am silent on the question…
[圖片說明] Ecce Homo (1520), a painting by Netherland painter and draftsman Quentin Matsys, Doge’s Palace (Venice, Italy) – Rev José Mario O Mandía When we think of the passion and death of Jesus, we may think that it was an…
【圖片說明】The Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Amiens is the largest of the three great Gothic cathedrals built in France during the Middle Ages. It remains the largest in France. – Joni Cheng The Church’s history from 1050 AD to…
TERRI SHARP from Pixabay – Aurelio Porfiri This journey in the world of the Psalms, is so enriching because of the many dimensions of it. There is one dimension I think is very important to keep always in mind: the…
– Anastasios Cities that have a great artistic and historical tradition are blessed with a great heritage of important churches, that are often at the center of the city’s history and are among the most important touristic attractions. But we…
MATTHEW 5:17-37 – Fernando Armellini SCJ Claretian Publications Macau Jesus was respectful of the laws and institutions of his people. However, he interpreted it in an original way. His point of reference was not the letter of the precept, but…
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