Saint Basil the Great, a prominent figure in the fourth-century Eastern Church, was known for his theological contributions, advocacy for the poor, and establishment of monastic communities.
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DIMENSIONS OF CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY (#2)
In the second part of the series on Spirituality and Christian Spirituality by Fr Fausto Gomez OP, let us explore Christian spirituality through its key dimensions: Trinitarian, creational, Christological, and Pneumatological.
Seeking to be Pruned
This Sunday, we reflect on Jesus’ analogy of pruning the vine as a metaphor for the Christian life. Just as pruning promotes growth and yields better fruit in a vine, our faith must be rooted in Christ and lead to acts of charity.
SPIRITUALITY AND CHRISTIAN SPIRITUALITY (#1)
O Clarim brings to you a series on Spirituality and Christian Spirituality by Fr Fausto Gomez OP. In the first article of the series, Fr Gomez explores the intertwined nature of spirituality and moral theology, emphasizing their unity in Christian life. He discusses spirituality as a journey towards complete happiness with God, integrating prayer, asceticism, and personal devotion. Within the Christian context, he delineates various models of Christian spirituality, emphasizing the call to holiness and union with God.
CHURCH FATHERS (25): Bishop and catechist
We have seen Fathers from Rome, Antioch and Alexandria. We will turn our attention now to fourth-century Jerusalem, where we find Cyril, the bishop who was known for his Catechetical Lectures.
UNITED BY THE SAME CONCERN
Since the Second Vatican Council ended in 1973, most of the conciliar popes have greatly emphasized protecting the Earth and made it one of the duties of all Catholic Christians who called this planet home.
Education is teaching how to โlay down oneโs lifeโ for others
In this reflection, we focus on the concept of leadership and education inspired by the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd. We will further explore the importance of sacrificial service and nurturing care in leadership roles, whether in religious vocations or everyday professions like teaching and parenting.
CHURCH FATHERS (24): Passionate defender of the Incarnation
Athanasius, a prominent Church Father, was known for his staunch defense of the Incarnation and opposition to the Arian heresy. Despite facing exile multiple times, Athanasius remained steadfast in upholding orthodox Christian doctrine and promoting monastic ideals, particularly through his close association with the great hermit, Saint Anthony. His writings, including “The Life of Anthony,” had a significant impact on the development of monasticism in both the Eastern and Western Church.
A CHRISTIANโS JOY
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 Conversions in Cambodia
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 โChristian initiationโ (confirmation and Eucharist).