The document describes the 14 Stations of the Cross that depict Jesus Christ's journey to crucifixion. It discusses how the Stations are prayed individually or led by an officiant in Catholic churches, especially during Lent. The Stations have been depicted in art and film, and some propose adding a 15th Station about the resurrection. Debate exists around their proper form and use in different Catholic traditions.
The Failure of Atheism and the Triumph of Faith in RussiaPeter Hammond
The Soviet Union aggressively enforced atheism and violently persecuted Christianity. Over 49,000 churches were destroyed and over 66 million people died in massacres, famines, and concentration camps. The Soviet Union sought to annihilate all religious institutions and ideas through militant atheism. Over 100,000 Russian Orthodox clergy were arrested and shot. By 1941, less than 200 Orthodox congregations remained in the Soviet Union. Today, the Orthodox Church has over 30,000 parishes, 8,000 monasteries and 100 theological seminaries, demonstrating the failure of state atheism and triumph of faith in Russia.
The document summarizes the violent persecution of Christianity in the Soviet Union under communist rule, including the destruction of over 49,000 churches, mass executions of over 66 million people, and imprisonment of over 1 million people in concentration camps. It describes how militant atheism was central to communist ideology and any criticism of atheism was forbidden. It then discusses the resurgence of Orthodox Christianity in Russia today, with over 30,000 parishes and 100 seminaries, showing how atheism ultimately failed while Christianity triumphed.
This document provides an overview and evaluation of a documentary film called "China's Open Door and Revival" from multiple perspectives:
1. The historical perspective traces revival movements in China from the early 1900s through the 1980s-2000s and observes signs of revival seen in the documentary film.
2. Theologically, it discusses the need for a theology of Spirit-empowerment and addresses concerns about emotionalism and testing the authenticity of revival.
3. From a biblical perspective, it explores definitions and aspects of revival seen in scripture and compares revival and evangelism.
4. From a missiological view, it touches on themes of worship/witness, apostolic paradigm, and revival as
The document provides information on various Catholic saints depicted in the stained glass windows of St. Mark Upper Church. It includes short biographies on the Sacred Heart of Mary, St. Pius X, St. Thomas More, St. Elizabeth, St. Patrick, St. Gerard Majella, St. John the Baptist, St. John the Evangelist, St. Jude, St. Joseph, St. Theresa of Lisieux, St. Edward, St. Christopher, St. Stanistaw Kostka, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Joan of Arc, St. Bridget, and St. Michael. Each entry includes the saint's feast day and some key details about their lives
This document provides an itinerary for a Catholic pilgrimage to the Holy Land and Rome led by Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox from June 16-29, 2011. The pilgrimage will include visits to important biblical sites in Israel such as Mt. Carmel, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Mount of Olives, as well as sites in Rome such as St. Peter's Basilica and the catacombs. The highlight will be attending Mass with Pope Benedict XVI at St. Peter's Basilica on June 29th where Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller will receive the Pallium.
The document describes a spiritual pilgrimage to Italy from June 26 to July 4, 2011. It provides a daily itinerary with details of religious sites to visit each day, including masses and prayers. Key locations include Rome, Assisi, the Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the basilicas and tombs of various saints. The pilgrimage is intended to bring participants closer to God through experiencing important places in the Catholic faith and church history.
This presentation discusses the crisis in the Catholic Church, its causes, and its remedy. It asserts that the crisis was caused by liberalism, modernism, and errors that led to Vatican II. These resulted in a loss of vocations and the closing of churches and religious orders. The remedy is seen as restoring the traditional Latin Mass and Catholic traditions. The Society of St. Pius X is presented as upholding the traditional faith and mass, with over 600 priests and religious orders around the world. The motu proprio of 2007 allowing the traditional Latin mass more widely is discussed. Questions from the audience are invited on related topics and how to support the traditional restoration.
A History of American Christianity that includes William Penn, The separation of Church and State. Early American British, French and Spanish influences throughout colonial America.
The Failure of Atheism and the Triumph of Faith in RussiaPeter Hammond
The Soviet Union aggressively enforced atheism and violently persecuted Christianity. Over 49,000 churches were destroyed and over 66 million people died in massacres, famines, and concentration camps. The Soviet Union sought to annihilate all religious institutions and ideas through militant atheism. Over 100,000 Russian Orthodox clergy were arrested and shot. By 1941, less than 200 Orthodox congregations remained in the Soviet Union. Today, the Orthodox Church has over 30,000 parishes, 8,000 monasteries and 100 theological seminaries, demonstrating the failure of state atheism and triumph of faith in Russia.
The document summarizes the violent persecution of Christianity in the Soviet Union under communist rule, including the destruction of over 49,000 churches, mass executions of over 66 million people, and imprisonment of over 1 million people in concentration camps. It describes how militant atheism was central to communist ideology and any criticism of atheism was forbidden. It then discusses the resurgence of Orthodox Christianity in Russia today, with over 30,000 parishes and 100 seminaries, showing how atheism ultimately failed while Christianity triumphed.
This document provides an overview and evaluation of a documentary film called "China's Open Door and Revival" from multiple perspectives:
1. The historical perspective traces revival movements in China from the early 1900s through the 1980s-2000s and observes signs of revival seen in the documentary film.
2. Theologically, it discusses the need for a theology of Spirit-empowerment and addresses concerns about emotionalism and testing the authenticity of revival.
3. From a biblical perspective, it explores definitions and aspects of revival seen in scripture and compares revival and evangelism.
4. From a missiological view, it touches on themes of worship/witness, apostolic paradigm, and revival as
The document provides information on various Catholic saints depicted in the stained glass windows of St. Mark Upper Church. It includes short biographies on the Sacred Heart of Mary, St. Pius X, St. Thomas More, St. Elizabeth, St. Patrick, St. Gerard Majella, St. John the Baptist, St. John the Evangelist, St. Jude, St. Joseph, St. Theresa of Lisieux, St. Edward, St. Christopher, St. Stanistaw Kostka, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Joan of Arc, St. Bridget, and St. Michael. Each entry includes the saint's feast day and some key details about their lives
This document provides an itinerary for a Catholic pilgrimage to the Holy Land and Rome led by Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox from June 16-29, 2011. The pilgrimage will include visits to important biblical sites in Israel such as Mt. Carmel, Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Mount of Olives, as well as sites in Rome such as St. Peter's Basilica and the catacombs. The highlight will be attending Mass with Pope Benedict XVI at St. Peter's Basilica on June 29th where Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller will receive the Pallium.
The document describes a spiritual pilgrimage to Italy from June 26 to July 4, 2011. It provides a daily itinerary with details of religious sites to visit each day, including masses and prayers. Key locations include Rome, Assisi, the Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the basilicas and tombs of various saints. The pilgrimage is intended to bring participants closer to God through experiencing important places in the Catholic faith and church history.
This presentation discusses the crisis in the Catholic Church, its causes, and its remedy. It asserts that the crisis was caused by liberalism, modernism, and errors that led to Vatican II. These resulted in a loss of vocations and the closing of churches and religious orders. The remedy is seen as restoring the traditional Latin Mass and Catholic traditions. The Society of St. Pius X is presented as upholding the traditional faith and mass, with over 600 priests and religious orders around the world. The motu proprio of 2007 allowing the traditional Latin mass more widely is discussed. Questions from the audience are invited on related topics and how to support the traditional restoration.
A History of American Christianity that includes William Penn, The separation of Church and State. Early American British, French and Spanish influences throughout colonial America.
15 notes the dismissal of the catechumensZoran Bobic
The document discusses the origins of the dismissal of catechumens in Christian liturgy. It began when the Liturgy of the Word was separated from the Eucharist, and catechumens were dismissed before the common intercessory prayers of the faithful. Over time, elaborate dismissal formulas developed in the Syrian church that included prayers and blessings. While these fell out of use, the basic dismissal of catechumens was retained in the Byzantine liturgy, though it now serves only as a formality since there are rarely actual catechumens present.
The document summarizes church growth in various parts of the world, particularly in China and Mexico. It describes how the number of churches in the Philippines grew from 5,000 in 1890 to over 60,000 by 2007. It then discusses the unprecedented growth of house churches in China, with some networks growing to millions of members. It provides examples of dramatic church growth and resurrections occurring in southern Mexico and China as a result of evangelism efforts.
The document provides an overview of Russian Orthodox church architecture and history over many centuries, from the establishment of Christianity in Kievan Rus in the 10th century to modern reconstructions of churches. It describes the architectural styles and historical significance of several iconic Russian churches and cathedrals located across the country, including structures in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yaroslavl, and Kazan. The text also provides biographical details on important religious figures like Sts. Cyril and Methodius and Princess St. Anna of Kashin.
This document provides details of a spiritual pilgrimage to various Marian shrines in Portugal, France, and Italy from October 31st to November 11th, 2011. It will be led by a pastor and involve daily masses, prayers, and visits to important religious sites associated with apparitions of Mary. The pilgrimage will begin in Fatima, Portugal, visiting sites related to the apparitions of Mary to three shepherd children. It will then continue to Paris, France, visiting Notre Dame Cathedral and the chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Further destinations are mentioned. Daily prayers and reflections are included relevant to each site.
The Roman Catholic Church has four key beliefs that distinguish it from Protestant denominations: 1) the role of tradition in addition to scripture in guiding doctrine, 2) belief in 7 sacraments including baptism, communion, confirmation and anointing of the sick, 3) the existence of purgatory as a state of purification for sins before entering heaven, and 4) the communion of saints which recognizes spiritual connection between living members, souls in purgatory, and saints in heaven. The document then provides details on each of these distinguishing beliefs.
"Step 2" in the Spiritual Pilgrimage journey with Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, MSpS, and Auxiliary Bishop Oscar Cantu. For more information, visit www.pilgrimcenterofhope.org
This document calls for completing the Reformation by emphasizing sanctification by faith, as justification by faith was emphasized during the initial Reformation. It argues that while the Reformation was vital, it fell short by not clearly teaching that believers are sanctified through dying to self and allowing Christ to live through them. As a result, the modern church relies too much on human effort rather than the power of the Holy Spirit. Completing the Reformation with a focus on sanctification by faith could revitalize the church and help address societal problems by producing transformed disciples.
The document provides a brief history of the Catholic Church from the time of Christ and the Apostles to the Council of Trent in the 16th century. It describes how the Apostles' faith was renewed after Christ's resurrection, allowing them to spread the Gospel to all ends of the earth. It discusses the early persecutions faced by Christians in the Roman Empire, ending with the Edict of Milan in 313 AD which legalized Christianity. It then covers the rise of monasticism, the Great Schism between the Western and Eastern churches, the Protestant Reformation, and the Council of Trent which responded to Protestant reforms.
St John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary, LA recently constructed a new church building using artifacts from the closed Holy Trinity Church in Syracuse, NY. The new church was dedicated in 2017 and features items such as pews, statues, and the main altar that originate from Holy Trinity Church and other closed churches. The tour document describes these items and their significance, including symbols of faith represented in architectural details. It provides the history and meaning behind aspects of the church to enhance visitors' experience and understanding.
This document provides a biography of Saint Faustina Kowalska in 3 sentences or less:
Saint Faustina was a Polish nun (1905-1938) who received visions of Jesus and was instructed to spread the message of God's mercy. She promoted devotion to the Divine Mercy through a new feast day, prayers like the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and an image of Jesus with rays of red and white light. Saint Faustina worked to establish a new religious congregation before her death at age 33 and was canonized in 2000, becoming the first saint of the 21st century.
The document discusses some key aspects of Franciscan spirituality, including its profound reverence for all of creation as reflections of God's goodness and glory. It values creation and the world as fundamentally good gifts from God despite the impact of sin. Franciscan spirituality also acknowledges the necessity of human work and strives to uphold the dignity of workers. It insists on a commitment to social justice and solidarity with the poor and marginalized.
The document summarizes the Great Litany prayer service of the Episcopal Church. It provides background on the origins and history of the Litany, including its introduction to the English Church by Thomas Cranmer. The author finds praying the Great Litany particularly meaningful this year as a way to invoke God's presence during challenges like the war in Ukraine and the pandemic. The Litany offers hope that through petitionary prayer, believers will be delivered from difficulties, as others have throughout history.
Cardinal Edmund Szoka, Newt Gingrich and the Divine MercyJoseph Serwach
This document summarizes the connections between Cardinal Edmund Szoka, Newt Gingrich, and the Divine Mercy based on the author's experiences. It describes meetings with Cardinal Szoka and Newt Gingrich in 2010 that piqued the author's interest in learning more about Divine Mercy. Through studying St. Faustina's diary and other materials, attending a seminar, and undergoing a 40-day novena, the author came to work with the Divine Mercy Center, seeing God's hand in the series of events that led him there.
The Franciscans are a Catholic religious order founded by St. Francis of Assisi in the 13th century. They are divided into three main orders - the Order of Friars Minor for men, the Poor Clares for women, and the Secular Franciscan Order for non-itinerant laity. Notable saints within the order include St. Clare, St. Anthony of Padua, and St. Elizabeth of Hungary. The Franciscans made contributions such as establishing biblical studies institutions and translating the Bible to Chinese. In the Philippines, they built churches like Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
The Feminist Church, the old, historic Church of St Anne Molo, IloiloFergus Ducharme
The old, historic Church of St Anne in Molo, is a must see when you visit this area of the Philippines. It is often referred to as the Feminist Church because all the statues in the church are statues of Female Saints.
The document contains prayers and scripture passages for praying the Rosary with a focus on the Joyful Mysteries. It provides 10 scripture verses for each decade of the Rosary that correspond to each Mystery. The verses highlight the fidelity and strength of Christ. The document instructs the reader on how to pray the Rosary and includes the standard prayers used.
The "Tametsi Futura" for Blessed Giacomo AlberioneNorman Pena
The document discusses Pope Leo XIII's 1900 encyclical "Tametsi Futura" which called for a rediscovery of Christ as the redeemer in response to society abandoning the Catholic faith. It also talks about how Blessed James Alberione was inspired by this encyclical to found the Pauline Family and propose devotion to Jesus as the master, way, truth, and life as a spirituality to bring people back to the faith.
This document provides biographical information about Saint Cecilia, including details about her life, martyrdom, veneration, and association with music. It notes that Cecilia was a Roman virgin martyr from the 3rd century who was married off by her parents but converted her husband and his brother to Christianity. She experienced martyrdom after distributing her wealth to the poor and was sentenced to death by suffocation in her baths but survived, then beheaded. Her relics were discovered in the Catacombs of Callisto and she became the patron saint of music, though the origin of this association is unclear. The document provides many historical details about depictions of Cecilia and the development of her veneration over centuries
1. Bishop Kirykos has begun receiving members of other Orthodox jurisdictions, like New Calendarists and ROCOR, through re-baptism even if they received a valid Trinitarian baptism. However, the canons of ecumenical councils state that those with valid baptisms, like Arians and Nestorians, need only submit a written profession of faith and be chrismated, not re-baptized.
2. The canons only require re-baptism for those whose original baptism lacked elements like triple immersion. Bishop Kirykos' approach goes against the tradition of the ecumenical councils and patriarchal pronouncements and risks making Orthodoxy
The stations of the cross are 14 representations of Jesus' last moments and crucifixion. This Catholic devotion involves praying at images or descriptions of these events and is especially observed during Lent. It can be led by clergy or laypeople and is found in many Christian churches as well as in Jerusalem along the Via Dolorosa, the route Jesus is believed to have walked.
The Paschal Triduum is the most important liturgical celebration in the Catholic Church, commemorating the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. It begins with the evening Mass on Holy Thursday and concludes the evening of Easter Sunday. Key events include the Last Supper on Holy Thursday, the crucifixion and veneration of the cross on Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil liturgy heralding the Resurrection on Holy Saturday night into Easter Sunday.
15 notes the dismissal of the catechumensZoran Bobic
The document discusses the origins of the dismissal of catechumens in Christian liturgy. It began when the Liturgy of the Word was separated from the Eucharist, and catechumens were dismissed before the common intercessory prayers of the faithful. Over time, elaborate dismissal formulas developed in the Syrian church that included prayers and blessings. While these fell out of use, the basic dismissal of catechumens was retained in the Byzantine liturgy, though it now serves only as a formality since there are rarely actual catechumens present.
The document summarizes church growth in various parts of the world, particularly in China and Mexico. It describes how the number of churches in the Philippines grew from 5,000 in 1890 to over 60,000 by 2007. It then discusses the unprecedented growth of house churches in China, with some networks growing to millions of members. It provides examples of dramatic church growth and resurrections occurring in southern Mexico and China as a result of evangelism efforts.
The document provides an overview of Russian Orthodox church architecture and history over many centuries, from the establishment of Christianity in Kievan Rus in the 10th century to modern reconstructions of churches. It describes the architectural styles and historical significance of several iconic Russian churches and cathedrals located across the country, including structures in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yaroslavl, and Kazan. The text also provides biographical details on important religious figures like Sts. Cyril and Methodius and Princess St. Anna of Kashin.
This document provides details of a spiritual pilgrimage to various Marian shrines in Portugal, France, and Italy from October 31st to November 11th, 2011. It will be led by a pastor and involve daily masses, prayers, and visits to important religious sites associated with apparitions of Mary. The pilgrimage will begin in Fatima, Portugal, visiting sites related to the apparitions of Mary to three shepherd children. It will then continue to Paris, France, visiting Notre Dame Cathedral and the chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Further destinations are mentioned. Daily prayers and reflections are included relevant to each site.
The Roman Catholic Church has four key beliefs that distinguish it from Protestant denominations: 1) the role of tradition in addition to scripture in guiding doctrine, 2) belief in 7 sacraments including baptism, communion, confirmation and anointing of the sick, 3) the existence of purgatory as a state of purification for sins before entering heaven, and 4) the communion of saints which recognizes spiritual connection between living members, souls in purgatory, and saints in heaven. The document then provides details on each of these distinguishing beliefs.
"Step 2" in the Spiritual Pilgrimage journey with Archbishop Gustavo Garcia-Siller, MSpS, and Auxiliary Bishop Oscar Cantu. For more information, visit www.pilgrimcenterofhope.org
This document calls for completing the Reformation by emphasizing sanctification by faith, as justification by faith was emphasized during the initial Reformation. It argues that while the Reformation was vital, it fell short by not clearly teaching that believers are sanctified through dying to self and allowing Christ to live through them. As a result, the modern church relies too much on human effort rather than the power of the Holy Spirit. Completing the Reformation with a focus on sanctification by faith could revitalize the church and help address societal problems by producing transformed disciples.
The document provides a brief history of the Catholic Church from the time of Christ and the Apostles to the Council of Trent in the 16th century. It describes how the Apostles' faith was renewed after Christ's resurrection, allowing them to spread the Gospel to all ends of the earth. It discusses the early persecutions faced by Christians in the Roman Empire, ending with the Edict of Milan in 313 AD which legalized Christianity. It then covers the rise of monasticism, the Great Schism between the Western and Eastern churches, the Protestant Reformation, and the Council of Trent which responded to Protestant reforms.
St John the Baptist Catholic Church in Zachary, LA recently constructed a new church building using artifacts from the closed Holy Trinity Church in Syracuse, NY. The new church was dedicated in 2017 and features items such as pews, statues, and the main altar that originate from Holy Trinity Church and other closed churches. The tour document describes these items and their significance, including symbols of faith represented in architectural details. It provides the history and meaning behind aspects of the church to enhance visitors' experience and understanding.
This document provides a biography of Saint Faustina Kowalska in 3 sentences or less:
Saint Faustina was a Polish nun (1905-1938) who received visions of Jesus and was instructed to spread the message of God's mercy. She promoted devotion to the Divine Mercy through a new feast day, prayers like the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and an image of Jesus with rays of red and white light. Saint Faustina worked to establish a new religious congregation before her death at age 33 and was canonized in 2000, becoming the first saint of the 21st century.
The document discusses some key aspects of Franciscan spirituality, including its profound reverence for all of creation as reflections of God's goodness and glory. It values creation and the world as fundamentally good gifts from God despite the impact of sin. Franciscan spirituality also acknowledges the necessity of human work and strives to uphold the dignity of workers. It insists on a commitment to social justice and solidarity with the poor and marginalized.
The document summarizes the Great Litany prayer service of the Episcopal Church. It provides background on the origins and history of the Litany, including its introduction to the English Church by Thomas Cranmer. The author finds praying the Great Litany particularly meaningful this year as a way to invoke God's presence during challenges like the war in Ukraine and the pandemic. The Litany offers hope that through petitionary prayer, believers will be delivered from difficulties, as others have throughout history.
Cardinal Edmund Szoka, Newt Gingrich and the Divine MercyJoseph Serwach
This document summarizes the connections between Cardinal Edmund Szoka, Newt Gingrich, and the Divine Mercy based on the author's experiences. It describes meetings with Cardinal Szoka and Newt Gingrich in 2010 that piqued the author's interest in learning more about Divine Mercy. Through studying St. Faustina's diary and other materials, attending a seminar, and undergoing a 40-day novena, the author came to work with the Divine Mercy Center, seeing God's hand in the series of events that led him there.
The Franciscans are a Catholic religious order founded by St. Francis of Assisi in the 13th century. They are divided into three main orders - the Order of Friars Minor for men, the Poor Clares for women, and the Secular Franciscan Order for non-itinerant laity. Notable saints within the order include St. Clare, St. Anthony of Padua, and St. Elizabeth of Hungary. The Franciscans made contributions such as establishing biblical studies institutions and translating the Bible to Chinese. In the Philippines, they built churches like Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
The Feminist Church, the old, historic Church of St Anne Molo, IloiloFergus Ducharme
The old, historic Church of St Anne in Molo, is a must see when you visit this area of the Philippines. It is often referred to as the Feminist Church because all the statues in the church are statues of Female Saints.
The document contains prayers and scripture passages for praying the Rosary with a focus on the Joyful Mysteries. It provides 10 scripture verses for each decade of the Rosary that correspond to each Mystery. The verses highlight the fidelity and strength of Christ. The document instructs the reader on how to pray the Rosary and includes the standard prayers used.
The "Tametsi Futura" for Blessed Giacomo AlberioneNorman Pena
The document discusses Pope Leo XIII's 1900 encyclical "Tametsi Futura" which called for a rediscovery of Christ as the redeemer in response to society abandoning the Catholic faith. It also talks about how Blessed James Alberione was inspired by this encyclical to found the Pauline Family and propose devotion to Jesus as the master, way, truth, and life as a spirituality to bring people back to the faith.
This document provides biographical information about Saint Cecilia, including details about her life, martyrdom, veneration, and association with music. It notes that Cecilia was a Roman virgin martyr from the 3rd century who was married off by her parents but converted her husband and his brother to Christianity. She experienced martyrdom after distributing her wealth to the poor and was sentenced to death by suffocation in her baths but survived, then beheaded. Her relics were discovered in the Catacombs of Callisto and she became the patron saint of music, though the origin of this association is unclear. The document provides many historical details about depictions of Cecilia and the development of her veneration over centuries
1. Bishop Kirykos has begun receiving members of other Orthodox jurisdictions, like New Calendarists and ROCOR, through re-baptism even if they received a valid Trinitarian baptism. However, the canons of ecumenical councils state that those with valid baptisms, like Arians and Nestorians, need only submit a written profession of faith and be chrismated, not re-baptized.
2. The canons only require re-baptism for those whose original baptism lacked elements like triple immersion. Bishop Kirykos' approach goes against the tradition of the ecumenical councils and patriarchal pronouncements and risks making Orthodoxy
The stations of the cross are 14 representations of Jesus' last moments and crucifixion. This Catholic devotion involves praying at images or descriptions of these events and is especially observed during Lent. It can be led by clergy or laypeople and is found in many Christian churches as well as in Jerusalem along the Via Dolorosa, the route Jesus is believed to have walked.
The Paschal Triduum is the most important liturgical celebration in the Catholic Church, commemorating the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. It begins with the evening Mass on Holy Thursday and concludes the evening of Easter Sunday. Key events include the Last Supper on Holy Thursday, the crucifixion and veneration of the cross on Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil liturgy heralding the Resurrection on Holy Saturday night into Easter Sunday.
06 notes the antiphons-their prayers-ekteniasZoran Bobic
This document discusses the antiphons sung at the beginning of the Divine Liturgy. It provides details on:
1) The first antiphon consists of verses from Psalm 65 and includes a prayer recited silently by the priest and a small ektenia between verses.
2) The antiphons originated from the older responsorial style of chanting psalms where a soloist sang each verse and the people responded with a refrain.
3) Over time, the antiphons were shortened from full psalms to three or four verses to allow greater participation from congregations without written texts.
The document discusses the canonization of Saint John Eudes over 95 years, including his path to sainthood, the miracles that confirmed his holiness, and his beatification in 1909 and canonization in 1925, with descriptions of paintings created for these events that depicted Eudes consecrating his religious institutions to the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.
The document discusses the troparia and kontakia, which are variable hymns sung in the Byzantine liturgy. It explains that on ordinary Sundays, one of eight series of resurrectional troparia and kontakia is sung, following the proper musical mode or tone for that week. It also describes how troparia and kontakia can be specific to saints, days of the week, or special occasions. Precise rules govern how different sets are combined based on liturgical precedence. The origins of Christian hymnody drew from Hebrew psalms and incorporated new types of hymns over time, though private compositions were later discouraged due to heresy risks.
This document provides biographical information on Saint Leo the Great, who was Pope from 440 to 461 AD. It notes that he was born in Tuscany around 390 AD and became a deacon in Rome. As Pope, he successfully fought the spread of heresies like Manichaeism and Pelagianism. He also played an important diplomatic role, preventing Attila the Hun from sacking Rome in 452 AD. Saint Leo is regarded as a Doctor of the Church for his theological writings and defense of orthodox Christianity. He died in Rome in 461 AD and was later proclaimed a saint.
The Roman Catholic Mass follows a dramatic structure with three acts: 1) The entrance rite where worshippers enter and dip their fingers in holy water. 2) The service of the word, where scripture passages are read. 3) The Eucharist, where the bread and wine are consecrated and received as the body and blood of Christ. Throughout the Mass, various rituals and symbols guide worshippers, including stained glass, statues, candles, and changing liturgical colors that mark different seasons. The order of the Mass follows set rubrics but allows for variation based on the occasion being celebrated.
A review of the acts of public worship foundin Catholic churches during Holy Week, which takes place every year between Palm Sunday and the weekend of Easter Sunday.
Louise de Marillac was canonized as a saint on March 11, 1934 in Rome. Sisters from the Daughters of Charity in the United States traveled to witness the ceremony. They arrived early at St. Peter's Basilica and waited two hours for the ceremony to begin as the Pope went through traditional ceremonies. When he arrived, he officially pronounced Louise de Marillac a saint to the joy of the thousands in attendance. The Sisters then participated in ceremonies over subsequent days commemorating Saint Louise.
A presentation prepared for Catholic RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) introducing the Catholic understanding of the meaning and Biblical sources for Holy Week liturgies and commemorations.
This document provides information about Lent for 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students. It defines important vocabulary words related to Lent and Easter. It outlines key aspects of Lent such as its duration of 40 days and emphasis on conversion, prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It describes important events and liturgies during Holy Week leading up to Easter Sunday. It also identifies several important Catholic figures for students to know.
The 400-year period from 1517 to 1918 saw preparations for the Second Coming of Christ. This period was divided into three stages: 1) The Reformation from 1517-1648 which began with Martin Luther, 2) Religious and ideological conflicts from 1648-1789, and 3) The maturation of politics, economy and ideology from 1789-1918 ending with World War I. During the Middle Ages, feudalism and corruption in the Roman Church suppressed humanity's original nature, prompting movements like the Renaissance and Reformation to restore it. The Renaissance revived Hellenism and humanism while the Reformation revived the Hebrew faith tradition, centered on faith in God.
Advent Christmas Hymn Presentation- Veni Redemptor Gentiumphadde2
This document discusses the hymn "Veni Redemptor Gentium" and its origins. It suggests that St. Ambrose of Milan may have composed the hymn in the 4th century, as it is mentioned by St. Augustine of Hippo as being connected to Ambrose. The hymn became an important part of Christian worship and was translated into German by Martin Luther. It remains a significant Advent hymn today in discussing the coming of Christ.
This document provides an overview of the history and development of Christian liturgy from its origins with the Apostles to the Middle Ages. It discusses the early liturgies of Alexandria, Rome, Jerusalem, and Antioch that were developed based on oral traditions passed down from the Apostles. It then describes how these liturgical traditions evolved and spread, with some facing changes like the introduction of choirs that reduced congregational participation. The Egyptians maintained closer continuity with early liturgical traditions while other churches experienced more dramatic changes and reductions in congregational involvement over the medieval period.
Pope Francis declared an extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy from December 8, 2015 to November 20, 2016. During this Holy Year, Catholics can receive special indulgences for forgiveness of sins by going to confession, attending Mass, and performing works of mercy. The Jubilee focuses on extending God's mercy to others and becoming missionaries of mercy worldwide.
The document discusses the traditions and practices associated with Good Friday as part of the Easter Triduum. It describes the origins of the Good Friday liturgy in the early Church and how it has evolved over time. Key aspects of the Good Friday liturgy discussed include reading scripture passages, venerating the cross, receiving communion, and participating in the Stations of the Cross.
Historically, Lent is the 40-day period before Easter where Christians prepare for Easter Sunday through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, where ashes made from palm branches are used to mark a cross on the foreheads of Christians. Ashes symbolize mortality and sinfulness. Lent ends on Holy Thursday and leads into the Holy Triduum before Easter Sunday. Fasting, prayer, and almsgiving are traditional Lenten practices meant to strengthen resistance to temptation and grow closer to God.
The Treasury of Catholic Wisdom - Fr. John HardonJasterRogueII
This document is the table of contents for "The Treasury of Catholic Wisdom", an anthology of writings from Catholic saints and thinkers throughout history. It lists over 50 works included in the book, ranging from early Church fathers like St. Ignatius of Antioch to modern figures like G.K. Chesterton. The works cover a wide variety of topics including spirituality, theology, philosophy and poetry. The table of contents provides the title and brief description of each work included in the anthology.
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1. Jesus is condemned by the Sanhedrin,
Jesus is denied by Peter,
Jesus is judged by Pilate,
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Jesus dies on the cross,
Jesus is laid in the tomb.
Modern usage[edit]
Fallen Christ sculpture by Nicolò Fumo, 1698.
The devotion may be conducted personally by the faithful, making their way from
one station to another and saying the prayers, or by having an officiating
celebrant move from cross to cross while the faithful make the responses. The
stations themselves must consist of, at the very least, fourteen wooden crosses,
pictures alone do not suffice, and they must be blessed by someone with the
authority to erect stations.[15][dubious – discuss]
In the Roman Catholic Church, Pope John Paul II led an annual public prayer of
the Stations of the Cross at the Roman Colosseum on Good Friday. Originally, the
Pope himself carried the cross from station to station, but in his last years
when age and infirmity limited his strength, John Paul presided over the
celebration from a stage on the Palatine Hill, while others carried the cross.
Just days prior to his death in 2005, Pope John Paul II observed the Stations of
the Cross from his private chapel. Each year a different person is invited to
write the meditation texts for the Stations. Past composers of the Papal
Stations include several non-Catholics. The Pope himself wrote the texts for the
Great Jubilee in 2000 and used the traditional Stations.
Station 5: Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus carry the Cross, Good Friday procession
2011 at Ulm, Germany
The celebration of the Stations of the Cross is especially common on the Fridays
of Lent, especially Good Friday. Community celebrations are usually accompanied
by various songs and prayers. Particularly common as musical accompaniment is
the Stabat Mater. At the end of each station the Adoramus Te is sometimes sung.
The Alleluia is also sung, except during Lent.
Structurally, Mel Gibson's 2004 film, The Passion of the Christ, follows the
Stations of the Cross.[16] The fourteenth and last station, the Burial, is not
prominently depicted (compared to the other thirteen) but it is implied since
the last shot before credit titles is Jesus resurrected and about to leave the
tomb.
Debates[edit]
Station 10 from a Rococo German church
Place of Christ's resurrection[edit]
Some modern liturgists[17] say the traditional Stations of the Cross are
incomplete without a final scene depicting the empty tomb and/or the
resurrection of Jesus, because Jesus' rising from the dead was an integral part
of his salvific work on Earth. Advocates of the traditional form of the Stations
ending with the body of Jesus being placed in the tomb say the Stations are
intended as a meditation on the atoning death of Jesus, and not as a complete
picture of his life, death, and resurrection.
2. The Stations of the Resurrection (also known by the Latin name of Via Lucis) are
used in some churches at Eastertide to meditate on the Resurrection and
Ascension of Jesus Christ.
Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church[edit]
As part of a process of de-Latinization, the Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church
eliminated the devotion of the Stations of the Cross[citation needed]. In
response to this, a schismatic group called the Society of Saint Josaphat (SSJK)
has formed with a seminary of its own in Lviv with thirty students at present.
[citation needed]
Music[edit]
Franz Liszt wrote a Via Crucis for choir, soloists and piano or organ or
harmonium in 1879. In 1931, French organist Marcel Dupré improvised and
transcribed musical meditations based on fourteen poems by Paul Claudel, one for
each station. David Bowie regarded his 1976 song, "Station to Station" as "very
much concerned with the stations of the cross".[18] Michael Valenti (known
predominantly as a Broadway composer) wrote, with librettist Diane Seymour, an
oratorio depicting the fourteen Stations of the Cross entitled "The Way". It was
premiered in 1991. Stefano Vagnini's 2002 modular oratorio, Via Crucis,[19]
composition for organ, computer, choir, string orchestra and brass quartet,
depicts the fourteen Stations of the Cross.
As the Stations of the Cross are prayed during the season of Lent in Catholic
churches, each station is traditionally followed by a verse of the Stabat Mater,
composed in the 13th century by Franciscan Jacopane da Todi.
Gallery[edit]
Chapel in 3rd Station of Via Dolorosa
Chapel in 4th Station of Via Dolorosa
Chapel in 5th Station of Via Dolorosa
Chapel in 6th Station of Via Dolorosa
Chapel in 7th Station of Via Dolorosa
Stations in Church of St. Casimir the Prince
From The Cloisters in New York City.
Station in Upper Swabia, Germany
Station in Fuensanta Sanctuary, Murcia, Spain
Elaborate 19th century stations I and II, Sacré-Coeur Paris
Tomb of Jesus
The students at Sacred Heart Apostolic School praying the Stations of the Cross
on Good Friday, 2009
3. 14th Station at the Franciscan Monastery in Wozniki, Poland
See also[edit]
Acts of Reparation to Jesus Christ
Life of Jesus in the New Testament
Sacri Monti of Piedmont and Lombardy
Seven Sorrows of Mary
References[edit]
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Jump up ^ http://pastorzip.blogspot.com/2007/04/stations-of-cross.html
Jump up ^ Bologna: Le nuove guide Oro, page 166, Touring Club Italiano, Touring
Editore, 2004, ISBN 8836530079, ISBN 9788836530076.
^ Jump up to: a b THURSTON, Herbert: The Stations of the Cross
Jump up ^ Schiller, Gertrud, Iconography of Christian Art, Vol. II, p. 82, 1972
(English trans from German), Lund Humphries, London, ISBN 0-85331-324-5
Jump up ^ The Catholic Encyclopedia (1907). s.v. "The Way of the Cross".
Jump up ^ Ann Ball, 2003 Encyclopedia of Catholic Devotions and Practices ISBN
087973910X
Jump up ^ Miserentissimus Redemptor, Encyclical of Pope Pius XI
Jump up ^ Pope John Paul II, Letter to Cardinal Fiorenzo Angelini, for the 50th
anniversary of the Benedictine Sisters of Reparation of the Holy Face, 27
September 2000 (Vatican archives)
Jump up ^ Schiller, 82
Jump up ^ "The Official Web Site for the Archdiocese of Detroit". Retrieved
2012-02-13. "In some contemporary Stations of the Cross, a fifteenth station has
been added to commemorate the Resurrection of the Lord."
Jump up ^ "Fr. William Saunders". Retrieved 2009-04-04. "Because of the
intrinsic relationship between the passion and death of our Lord with His
resurrection, several of the devotional booklets now include a 15th station,
which commemorates the Resurrection."
Jump up ^ Joseph M Champlin, The Stations of the Cross With Pope John Paul II
Liguori Publications, 1994, ISBN 0-89243-679-4
Jump up ^ Pope John Paul II, Meditation and Prayers for the Stations of the
Cross at the Colosseum, Good Friday, 2000
Jump up ^ http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/15569a.htm
Jump up ^ Review, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, 2004
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2002
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