Margaret was the daughter of the English prince Edward the Exile and his wife Agatha. She came to England with her family in 1057 but her father died upon arrival. She continued living at the English court. After the Norman conquest of England in 1066, she and her family fled to Scotland where they were shipwrecked. There she married King Malcolm III of Scotland in 1070. Margaret had a civilizing influence on Malcolm and their children through her piety and religious devotion. She established religious reforms and works in Scotland before dying in 1093 from grief after the deaths of her husband and son in battle. She was later canonized as a saint.
Liturgy is necessary for salvation in two senses: absolutely, as baptism is necessary, and fittingly, as the sacraments aid salvation. The liturgy sanctifies believers and honors God through right worship, practiced regularly in the Church's liturgical calendar of seasons like Advent, Lent and Easter. Practicing the liturgy forms Christians in orthodoxy, or right worship, making them holy as God intends.
What a wonderful tradition the Catholic Church has from its history, liturgy and faith. Praise be to you God the Holy Spirit for your continued guidance and inspiration to the Holy Catholic Church. :-)
Introduction to Sacraments (Sacraments and Sacramentals)taborian
The document discusses the Catholic Church's teachings on sacraments and sacramentals based on the Constitution on the Liturgy. It defines sacraments as efficacious signs of grace instituted by Christ to dispense divine life. Sacramentals signify spiritual effects obtained through the Church's intercession. The document then provides summaries of each of the seven sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony - outlining their purpose, essential rites, and effects according to Catholic doctrine.
This document contains excerpts from John 3:16-21 discussing God's love for the world and sending his son Jesus not to condemn but to save. It then discusses the three types of Advent: preparation for Jesus' promise of salvation, his ascension to heaven and second coming, and his daily presence in our lives. It provides details on the liturgical meaning and symbols of Advent and how it marks the beginning of the church calendar. It encourages internal reflection during Advent through acts like confession and prayer. The rest discusses the meaning of gifts and how we can gift others with our time, care, and presence as we prepare for Christmas.
This weekend we had a Reflection Retreat for our RCIA and this is what they shared. It is good material for anyone...to reflect on what calls you to your faith and to know that God is the one who is in control.
The document discusses the sacrament of anointing of the sick. It explains that Jesus instituted this sacrament during his earthly ministry to heal the sick. The sacrament involves physical anointing with blessed oil, and is a sign of God's grace and forgiveness of sins. Only priests can administer this sacrament.
The sacrament of baptism incorporates a person into Christ and the Church through water and the Holy Spirit. It cleanses from sin, gives access to other sacraments, and signifies rebirth as a child of God. The essential rite of baptism involves triple immersion or pouring of water along with the words "I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." Anointing with chrism and receiving a candle signify the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Both infants and adults can receive this sacrament.
Articles of belief which are regarded as essential or a brief summary of Christian doctrine. The Creed can be viewed as a response to the desire to believe and to have faith to what has been revealed to us. Just like the apostles of the old, the San Antonio Abad Parish community believes in the Word who has come down to earth in the person of Our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Liturgy is necessary for salvation in two senses: absolutely, as baptism is necessary, and fittingly, as the sacraments aid salvation. The liturgy sanctifies believers and honors God through right worship, practiced regularly in the Church's liturgical calendar of seasons like Advent, Lent and Easter. Practicing the liturgy forms Christians in orthodoxy, or right worship, making them holy as God intends.
What a wonderful tradition the Catholic Church has from its history, liturgy and faith. Praise be to you God the Holy Spirit for your continued guidance and inspiration to the Holy Catholic Church. :-)
Introduction to Sacraments (Sacraments and Sacramentals)taborian
The document discusses the Catholic Church's teachings on sacraments and sacramentals based on the Constitution on the Liturgy. It defines sacraments as efficacious signs of grace instituted by Christ to dispense divine life. Sacramentals signify spiritual effects obtained through the Church's intercession. The document then provides summaries of each of the seven sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony - outlining their purpose, essential rites, and effects according to Catholic doctrine.
This document contains excerpts from John 3:16-21 discussing God's love for the world and sending his son Jesus not to condemn but to save. It then discusses the three types of Advent: preparation for Jesus' promise of salvation, his ascension to heaven and second coming, and his daily presence in our lives. It provides details on the liturgical meaning and symbols of Advent and how it marks the beginning of the church calendar. It encourages internal reflection during Advent through acts like confession and prayer. The rest discusses the meaning of gifts and how we can gift others with our time, care, and presence as we prepare for Christmas.
This weekend we had a Reflection Retreat for our RCIA and this is what they shared. It is good material for anyone...to reflect on what calls you to your faith and to know that God is the one who is in control.
The document discusses the sacrament of anointing of the sick. It explains that Jesus instituted this sacrament during his earthly ministry to heal the sick. The sacrament involves physical anointing with blessed oil, and is a sign of God's grace and forgiveness of sins. Only priests can administer this sacrament.
The sacrament of baptism incorporates a person into Christ and the Church through water and the Holy Spirit. It cleanses from sin, gives access to other sacraments, and signifies rebirth as a child of God. The essential rite of baptism involves triple immersion or pouring of water along with the words "I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." Anointing with chrism and receiving a candle signify the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Both infants and adults can receive this sacrament.
Articles of belief which are regarded as essential or a brief summary of Christian doctrine. The Creed can be viewed as a response to the desire to believe and to have faith to what has been revealed to us. Just like the apostles of the old, the San Antonio Abad Parish community believes in the Word who has come down to earth in the person of Our Lord, Jesus Christ.
This document discusses the creed, or profession of faith, in Christianity. It explores the origins and meaning of words related to creed, such as "credible", "credit", and "credo". It examines the Apostles' Creed and Nicene Creed, summarizing the key beliefs in each. It describes the creed as Christians' response to God's revelation and a way to publicly declare their shared beliefs.
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- A devotion is a customary popular prayer, often linked to other holy actions, objects or places. Popular devotions during Advent and Christmas include the Advent wreath and nativity crib. Devotions during Lent include the Stations of the Cross. There are also devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary throughout the liturgical year. Devotions to the Holy Eucharist include Eucharistic adoration and Benediction.
The Paschal mystery is the Passion, death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ by which He heals us from sin and enables us to become children of God. The word 'atonement' describes Christ's saving action, implying both a repayment for our sins and a reunion of God and humanity. Through the atonement, Jesus repays our debt of guilt, gains mercy and repeals punishment, defeats the devil's claims over us, reconciles us to God, and fulfills Scripture and salvation history.
The document discusses the four pillars of the Catholic Church: the Creed, Sacraments, Commandments, and Prayer. It focuses on explaining the seven sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Marriage. The sacraments are visible signs of God's grace that were instituted by Christ and are celebrations of faith that touch important moments in the Christian life.
The document provides information about the Sacrament of Baptism in the Diocese of Marbel, Santa Cruz Parish. It defines Baptism as being instituted by Jesus, involving water and the Holy Spirit, and marking one's incorporation into the Church. It also discusses the fruits of Baptism as including new life in Christ, forgiveness of sins, and adoption as sons and daughters of God.
The document provides guidance on properly preparing to receive Holy Communion. It emphasizes that Communion is receiving Jesus himself, so one should be attentive, respectful and speak with Jesus in one's heart. It cautions against the example of Jim, who was distracted and not listening when the coach and at Mass. To properly welcome Jesus, one should confess sins, fast beforehand, walk up reverently and receive with an open heart, thanking Jesus for coming. One can speak to Jesus anytime, anywhere, by communicating with him internally.
The document outlines the Apostles' Creed, summarizing its key beliefs. It begins by professing faith in God the Father and Jesus Christ. It describes Jesus' conception, suffering under Pontius Pilate, death, and burial. It then details his descent into hell and resurrection on the third day. The creed goes on to profess beliefs in the Holy Spirit, Holy Catholic Church, forgiveness of sins, and life everlasting. The document then examines the meaning and origins of the creed, as well as its functions and individual articles of faith.
This document discusses the use of models in ecclesiology. It describes how the church has been modeled using images and symbols from scripture like the body of Christ, bride of Christ, flock, and more. It also describes how the church has been modeled institutionally with teaching, sanctifying, and governing functions. While institutional models provided structure, they risked legalism and clericalism. Overall, multiple complementary models are needed to understand the church's mystery since no single model can adequately capture its richness.
The Angelus is a Christian prayer recited at sunrise, noon, and sunset that commemorates the Annunciation, when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would conceive Jesus, the Son of God. The prayer reflects on the mystery of the incarnation of God in human form through Jesus Christ and has a distinctly Marian character in its focus on Mary's role in the incarnation according to Christian faith. It consists of scriptural verses recalling the event of the Annunciation followed by the Hail Mary prayer and a concluding prayer asking God to pour grace into our hearts through Christ's passion and cross.
Holy Baptism is the basis of the Christian life and the gateway to other sacraments. Through Baptism, we are freed from sin, reborn as children of God, and made members of Christ and his Church. Baptism can be received by infants or adults; infants rely on God's grace and the decision of their parents, while adults publicly profess their acceptance of Christ. Baptism transforms us into God's people through receiving Christ's salvation, new life, and the promise of eternal life and forgiveness of original sin.
Mary's Call to Action
The apparitions are part of a mosaic that needs to be decoded. Repeated apparitions stand for high importance and are a call for urgency.
In 1830, the apparitions of Mary took on a new form. They started to include direct messages. Mary started forming her Militia Immaculatae. The Militia is nothing for cowards. The burning torches of Mary must be strong in love. The Fatima message prophesized that men will witness the death of sentiments.
The document outlines topics that will be covered in an exam, including law and justice, economic goods, supply and demand, and vocations. It discusses the universal call to holiness and defines work, career, and vocation. It describes the three main vocational paths in the Catholic Church: the lay state, religious state, and clerical state. It emphasizes the importance of discernment and considering one's motivation when discerning one's vocation.
The liturgical year follows the life of Christ through different seasons, feasts, and readings. It begins with Advent in anticipation of Christmas and Christ's birth. Lent prepares us for Easter through prayer and fasting. Holy Week commemorates Christ's passion. The year ends with Christ the King and begins again with Advent. Repeating these events helps us understand salvation history and live out our faith through the church year.
This document from Pope Francis discusses love in marriage over four chapters. In Chapter 4, the Pope outlines the qualities of love using Paul's letter to Corinthians. He describes how love is patient, kind, not jealous or boastful, forgiving and hopeful. The Pope emphasizes that married love grows over time through commitment, sacrifice, forgiveness and sharing life's joys together. True married love reflects God's unconditional love for humanity.
The document summarizes key events from Jesus's Passion, Death and Resurrection according to the Gospels, including his entry into Jerusalem, last supper, agony in the garden, crucifixion, burial and empty tomb, and post-resurrection appearances. It discusses the importance of the resurrection for Christians and provides early teachings on the resurrection from the Bible.
The document discusses the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church. It describes the sacraments of initiation which include Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. It then explains the sacraments of healing which are Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. Finally, it discusses the sacraments of commitment which are Holy Orders and Matrimony. For each sacrament, it provides details on their significance, rituals, effects and those who can administer them according to Catholic doctrine.
1. The document is from the Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate and discusses various topics related to the Apostles' Creed including: the definition of faith, the Holy Trinity, God the Creator, angels and demons, and original sin.
2. It provides explanations of theological concepts such as the three theological virtues of faith, hope and love. It also discusses heresies related to concepts like the Trinity.
3. The document aims to provide a complete explanation of the 12 Articles of the Apostles' Creed through discussions of the key concepts and inclusion of relevant biblical passages.
Saint Nicholas was born in 280 AD in what is now Turkey. He became a priest at age 19 and later the Bishop of Myra. He was known for his generosity, secretly providing dowries for three poor sisters so they could marry. On December 6th, 345 or 352, he died. His generosity and gift-giving on December 5th-6th inspired the modern Santa Claus tradition. Today he is the patron saint of sailors, children, and Greece, Russia, and Turkey.
This document discusses the creed, or profession of faith, in Christianity. It explores the origins and meaning of words related to creed, such as "credible", "credit", and "credo". It examines the Apostles' Creed and Nicene Creed, summarizing the key beliefs in each. It describes the creed as Christians' response to God's revelation and a way to publicly declare their shared beliefs.
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- A devotion is a customary popular prayer, often linked to other holy actions, objects or places. Popular devotions during Advent and Christmas include the Advent wreath and nativity crib. Devotions during Lent include the Stations of the Cross. There are also devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary throughout the liturgical year. Devotions to the Holy Eucharist include Eucharistic adoration and Benediction.
The Paschal mystery is the Passion, death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ by which He heals us from sin and enables us to become children of God. The word 'atonement' describes Christ's saving action, implying both a repayment for our sins and a reunion of God and humanity. Through the atonement, Jesus repays our debt of guilt, gains mercy and repeals punishment, defeats the devil's claims over us, reconciles us to God, and fulfills Scripture and salvation history.
The document discusses the four pillars of the Catholic Church: the Creed, Sacraments, Commandments, and Prayer. It focuses on explaining the seven sacraments - Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Marriage. The sacraments are visible signs of God's grace that were instituted by Christ and are celebrations of faith that touch important moments in the Christian life.
The document provides information about the Sacrament of Baptism in the Diocese of Marbel, Santa Cruz Parish. It defines Baptism as being instituted by Jesus, involving water and the Holy Spirit, and marking one's incorporation into the Church. It also discusses the fruits of Baptism as including new life in Christ, forgiveness of sins, and adoption as sons and daughters of God.
The document provides guidance on properly preparing to receive Holy Communion. It emphasizes that Communion is receiving Jesus himself, so one should be attentive, respectful and speak with Jesus in one's heart. It cautions against the example of Jim, who was distracted and not listening when the coach and at Mass. To properly welcome Jesus, one should confess sins, fast beforehand, walk up reverently and receive with an open heart, thanking Jesus for coming. One can speak to Jesus anytime, anywhere, by communicating with him internally.
The document outlines the Apostles' Creed, summarizing its key beliefs. It begins by professing faith in God the Father and Jesus Christ. It describes Jesus' conception, suffering under Pontius Pilate, death, and burial. It then details his descent into hell and resurrection on the third day. The creed goes on to profess beliefs in the Holy Spirit, Holy Catholic Church, forgiveness of sins, and life everlasting. The document then examines the meaning and origins of the creed, as well as its functions and individual articles of faith.
This document discusses the use of models in ecclesiology. It describes how the church has been modeled using images and symbols from scripture like the body of Christ, bride of Christ, flock, and more. It also describes how the church has been modeled institutionally with teaching, sanctifying, and governing functions. While institutional models provided structure, they risked legalism and clericalism. Overall, multiple complementary models are needed to understand the church's mystery since no single model can adequately capture its richness.
The Angelus is a Christian prayer recited at sunrise, noon, and sunset that commemorates the Annunciation, when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would conceive Jesus, the Son of God. The prayer reflects on the mystery of the incarnation of God in human form through Jesus Christ and has a distinctly Marian character in its focus on Mary's role in the incarnation according to Christian faith. It consists of scriptural verses recalling the event of the Annunciation followed by the Hail Mary prayer and a concluding prayer asking God to pour grace into our hearts through Christ's passion and cross.
Holy Baptism is the basis of the Christian life and the gateway to other sacraments. Through Baptism, we are freed from sin, reborn as children of God, and made members of Christ and his Church. Baptism can be received by infants or adults; infants rely on God's grace and the decision of their parents, while adults publicly profess their acceptance of Christ. Baptism transforms us into God's people through receiving Christ's salvation, new life, and the promise of eternal life and forgiveness of original sin.
Mary's Call to Action
The apparitions are part of a mosaic that needs to be decoded. Repeated apparitions stand for high importance and are a call for urgency.
In 1830, the apparitions of Mary took on a new form. They started to include direct messages. Mary started forming her Militia Immaculatae. The Militia is nothing for cowards. The burning torches of Mary must be strong in love. The Fatima message prophesized that men will witness the death of sentiments.
The document outlines topics that will be covered in an exam, including law and justice, economic goods, supply and demand, and vocations. It discusses the universal call to holiness and defines work, career, and vocation. It describes the three main vocational paths in the Catholic Church: the lay state, religious state, and clerical state. It emphasizes the importance of discernment and considering one's motivation when discerning one's vocation.
The liturgical year follows the life of Christ through different seasons, feasts, and readings. It begins with Advent in anticipation of Christmas and Christ's birth. Lent prepares us for Easter through prayer and fasting. Holy Week commemorates Christ's passion. The year ends with Christ the King and begins again with Advent. Repeating these events helps us understand salvation history and live out our faith through the church year.
This document from Pope Francis discusses love in marriage over four chapters. In Chapter 4, the Pope outlines the qualities of love using Paul's letter to Corinthians. He describes how love is patient, kind, not jealous or boastful, forgiving and hopeful. The Pope emphasizes that married love grows over time through commitment, sacrifice, forgiveness and sharing life's joys together. True married love reflects God's unconditional love for humanity.
The document summarizes key events from Jesus's Passion, Death and Resurrection according to the Gospels, including his entry into Jerusalem, last supper, agony in the garden, crucifixion, burial and empty tomb, and post-resurrection appearances. It discusses the importance of the resurrection for Christians and provides early teachings on the resurrection from the Bible.
The document discusses the seven sacraments of the Catholic Church. It describes the sacraments of initiation which include Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. It then explains the sacraments of healing which are Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. Finally, it discusses the sacraments of commitment which are Holy Orders and Matrimony. For each sacrament, it provides details on their significance, rituals, effects and those who can administer them according to Catholic doctrine.
1. The document is from the Sons of Holy Mary Immaculate and discusses various topics related to the Apostles' Creed including: the definition of faith, the Holy Trinity, God the Creator, angels and demons, and original sin.
2. It provides explanations of theological concepts such as the three theological virtues of faith, hope and love. It also discusses heresies related to concepts like the Trinity.
3. The document aims to provide a complete explanation of the 12 Articles of the Apostles' Creed through discussions of the key concepts and inclusion of relevant biblical passages.
Saint Nicholas was born in 280 AD in what is now Turkey. He became a priest at age 19 and later the Bishop of Myra. He was known for his generosity, secretly providing dowries for three poor sisters so they could marry. On December 6th, 345 or 352, he died. His generosity and gift-giving on December 5th-6th inspired the modern Santa Claus tradition. Today he is the patron saint of sailors, children, and Greece, Russia, and Turkey.
Saint Dominic de Guzmán, founder of the Dominicans.pptxMartin M Flynn
Saint Dominic de Guzmán was born in Spain in 1170 and founded the Dominican Order. He received a moral and cultural education from his uncle before studying arts, philosophy, and theology. Dominic was ordained as a priest and became a canon in the cathedral of Osma. In 1205, he accompanied the Bishop of Osma on a diplomatic mission to Denmark and Rome, where his missionary vocation was clarified. Conviced of converting Cathars to Catholicism through preaching, Dominic established the Order of Preachers in 1215 with approval from the pope in 1216. With the order structured, Dominic continued preaching and establishing communities until his death in 1221 at age 51 in
NAOMH IOAN OGILVIE, SAGAIRT ALBANACH AGUS MAIRTIR.pptxMartin M Flynn
John Ogilvie was a 17th century Scottish Catholic priest and martyr. He was born into a Protestant family but converted to Catholicism as a teenager. He joined the Jesuits and was ordained as a priest in Paris. He returned secretly to Scotland in 1613 to minister to the small remaining Catholic population, saying Mass clandestinely in private homes. He was arrested in 1614 for being a Catholic priest and refusing to renounce his faith. After enduring torture, he was convicted of high treason and hanged at Glasgow Cross on March 10, 1615 at the age of 36. He was beatified in 1929 and canonized as the first post-Reformation Scottish saint in 1976. His feast day is celebrated
This document provides biographical information about Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It details what is known about his life from his book of confessions, including that he was born in Britain or France around 385 AD to Roman parents. As a teenager, he was captured and enslaved in Ireland for 6 years before escaping and becoming a cleric. In 432 AD, Pope Celestine commissioned Patrick to return to Ireland as a missionary. He traveled throughout Ireland, converting thousands to Christianity and establishing monasteries and churches. Patrick is credited with spreading Christianity across Ireland and he died in County Down in 461 AD.
This document provides biographical details about Saint Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine. It describes Monica as a devout Christian woman who endured many hardships, including an unfaithful husband and wayward son, but persevered in prayer. Through Monica's example and prayers, her husband and mother-in-law converted to Christianity. However, her son Augustine resisted conversion for many years until Monica accompanied him to Milan where he finally converted under the guidance of Bishop Ambrose. Monica then died in Ostia on their return journey to Africa. She is regarded as a model mother and is the patron saint of mothers.
This document provides a biography of Saint Lucy, a Christian martyr from Syracuse, Sicily who lived in the 3rd century AD. It describes key events in her life story, including that she came from a wealthy family, dedicated her virginity to Christ against her mother's wishes to marry her off, used her wealth to help the poor, was denounced to the authorities for being Christian, underwent torture for her faith but remained resolute, and was ultimately martyred by having her throat cut. The document also mentions the historical evidence that confirms her existence and the spread of devotion to her as a saint in both the Eastern and Western churches since ancient times.
This document provides information about Saints Joachim and Anne, the parents of Mary. Some key points:
1. According to ancient tradition, Saints Joachim and Anne are the parents of the Virgin Mary, though little is definitively known about them beyond their names.
2. Their cults originated in the Eastern Church in the 6th century and spread to the Western Church in the 10th century.
3. The apocryphal gospels provide stories about their lives, including that they were initially unable to conceive but were promised a child after prayers were answered.
4. They are now celebrated together on July 26 and are considered the patron saints of grandparents.
SAINT JOHN OGILVIE, SCOTTISH PRIEST AND MARYTR.pptxMartin M Flynn
John Ogilvie was a Scottish Jesuit priest and martyr. He was born into a partly Catholic and partly Presbyterian family in the 16th century. He was educated by the Benedictines and Jesuits in Europe. In 1597 he converted to Catholicism. He joined the Jesuits in 1599 and was ordained in 1613. He returned to Scotland secretly to minister to Catholics and was arrested in 1614 for being a Catholic priest. He was hanged for this in 1615 at the age of 36. He was later declared venerable and beatified, and was canonized as Scotland's only post-Reformation saint in 1976.
SAINT JOHN OGILVIE, SCOTTISH PRIEST AND MARYTR (Ruso).pptxMartin M Flynn
This document provides a biography of Saint John Ogilvie, a Scottish Jesuit priest and martyr. It describes that he was born into a family that was partially Catholic and partially Presbyterian. He was sent to Europe for education where he attended both Catholic and Jesuit schools. In 1597 he converted to Catholicism. He later joined the Jesuits and was ordained as a priest in 1613. After ordination, he returned secretly to Scotland to minister to Catholics there, as Catholicism had been outlawed after the Scottish Reformation. He was discovered in 1614, imprisoned and tortured for refusing to renounce his Catholic faith. He was found guilty of treason and hanged in 1615, becoming the only post
This document summarizes the history of Catholic martyrs in Japan between the 16th and 18th centuries. It describes how Christianity first arrived in Japan in the 1500s and grew rapidly before facing persecution from Japanese authorities who saw it as a threat. Over 200 missionaries and native Christians were killed for their faith between 1617-1632 as Christianity was banned. Many Catholics went underground while others lost their lives. The Catholic Church has recognized and beatified hundreds of these martyrs as saints.
Saint Nicholas Santa Claus + Christmas (Hausa)Martin M Flynn
This document provides a summary of the life and legacy of Saint Nicholas, a 4th century bishop from Myra (modern-day Demre, Turkey). Some key points:
- Saint Nicholas was born in 280 AD in Patara, Lycia (modern-day Turkey) and became bishop of Myra.
- He was known for his generous gifts to the poor, including secretly providing dowries for the daughters of impoverished families.
- He participated in the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD and defended the doctrine of the Holy Trinity against Arianism.
- His relics were taken to Bari, Italy in 1087 after Myra fell to Muslim rule. He is the patron saint
This document provides biographical and historical information about Saint Agnes of Rome, a virgin martyr from the late 3rd/early 4th century AD. It details that Agnes was a member of the Roman nobility who suffered martyrdom at age 12-13 during the reign of Diocletian for refusing marriage proposals and remaining devoted to her Christian faith. The document outlines the events leading up to and surrounding her martyrdom, as well as the veneration of her relics, her artistic depictions, and the churches named after her. It concludes by summarizing Agnes of Rome as a virgin martyr venerated in the Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican and Lutheran churches.
ARCHBISHOP JAMES USSHER; Forging the Faith of the Ulster Plantation in the Fi...Peter McIntyre
This document discusses the identity and faith of Ulster Protestants. It covers the progression of Protestantism in Ireland through figures like Archbishop James Ussher and the Irish Articles of Religion. It also discusses the arrival of Ulster Scots settlers during the Plantation of Ulster in the 1600s and the early Presbyterian ministers who helped establish their faith. The document is intended to outline the key events and influences that shaped Ulster Protestant identity and theology.
The document describes the tradition of the Virgin of the Pillar in Zaragoza, Spain. It recounts how Mary appeared to Saint James and the first converts of the city, leaving behind a pillar as evidence of her visit. A primitive chapel was then built near the pillar, establishing Marian devotion at the site. The pillar and image of the Virgin have since been housed in the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza, and the Virgin of the Pillar is the patron saint of both the city and the Kingdom of Aragon. October 12th is celebrated annually as the feast of the Virgin of the Pillar and the Hispanic Day in Spain and Latin America.
United Kingdom Personal Calendar Of Saints Summer 2008edwardogs
This document provides biographical information on three notable figures:
1) William Laud, the 17th century Archbishop of Canterbury, who advocated for greater ritualism in the Church of England and faced opposition from Puritans, ultimately being executed for treason in 1645.
2) George Herbert, a 17th century priest and poet who was elected to Parliament but later felt called to ministry, becoming a revered parish priest and writing the collection of poems "The Temple".
3) Charles Gore, a 19th/20th century theologian who helped make Anglo-Catholicism more mainstream and founded the religious community The Society of the Resurrection.
Saints Cyril and Methodius, Co Patrons of EuropeMartin M Flynn
Cyril and Methodius were 9th century Byzantine brothers who were missionaries to the Slavic people. They are considered co-patrons of Europe for their work translating liturgical texts and the Bible into Old Church Slavonic, allowing the Slavs to worship in their own language. They faced opposition from German clergy for using Slavonic instead of Latin. After their deaths, their disciples continued their missionary work among Slavic people. Cyril and Methodius worked to bring the Slavic people into communion with Rome while preserving their culture and language.
Saint Albert the Great was a German Dominican friar, philosopher, theologian, and bishop. He was one of the greatest scientists and philosophers of the Middle Ages. He studied at the University of Padua and joined the Dominican Order in 1223. He taught theology at several universities and counted Thomas Aquinas among his students. Albert made significant contributions to integrating Aristotle's philosophy with Christian theology. He was a prolific writer and wrote on many topics including logic, theology, science, and philosophy. He was known as Doctor Universalis for his vast knowledge. He died in 1280 and was canonized as a saint in 1931.
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Saint Joan of Arc, patron of France, 1412-1431 (Russian).pptxMartin M Flynn
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
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Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
4. Margaret was the daughter
of the English prince Edward
the Exile, and his wife
Agatha, and also the
granddaughter of Edmund
Ironside, King of England.
5. After the death of Ironside in 1016, Canute sent the
infant Edward and his brother to the court of the
Swedish king, Olof Skötkonung, and they eventually
made their way to Kiev. As an adult, he travelled to
Hungary, where in 1046 he supported the successful
bid of King Andrew I for the Hungarian crown.
6. Margaret came to
England with the rest
of her family when
her father, Edward
the Exile, was recalled
in 1057 as a possible
successor to her great-
uncle, the childless
King Edward the
Confessor. Her father
died immediately
after landing, and
Margaret, still a child,
continued to reside
at the English court
12. the widowed Agatha decided to leave Northumbria, England with her
children and return to the continent. However, a storm drove their ship
north to the Kingdom of Scotland, where they were shipwrecked
in 1068. There they were given refuge by King Malcolm III.
13. King Malcolm III was a widower with two sons,
Donald and Duncan. He married Margaret in 1070.
14. Margaret and Malcolm had eight children – six sons and two daughters:
Edward (c. 1071 – 13 November 1093), killed along with his father in the Battle of Alnwick
Edmund (c. 1071 – post-1097)
Ethelred, abbot of Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, Scotland
Edgar (c. 1074 – 11 January 1107), king of Scotland, reigned 1097–1107
Alexander I (c. 1078 – 23 April 1124), King of Scotland, reigned 1107–24
Edith (c. 1080 – 1 May 1118), renamed Matilda, queen of England
Mary (1082–1116), countess of Boulogne
David I (c. 1084 – 24 May 1153), king of Scotland, reigned 1124–53
17. She spent
much of
her time
in prayer,
devotional
reading, and
ecclesiastical
embroidery.
18. She used a cave
on the banks of
the Tower Burn in
Dunfermline as a
place of devotion
and prayer.
19. She attended to charitable works, serving orphans
and the poor every day before she ate and washing
the feet of the poor in imitation of Christ.
20. She successfully invited the Benedictine Order to
establish a monastery in Dunfermline, Fife in 1072,
21. and established ferries at Queensferry and North
Berwick to assist pilgrims journeying from south
of the Firth of Forth to St. Andrew's in Fife.
22. Margaret's biographer Turgot of Durham, Bishop of St.
Andrew's, credits her with having a civilizing influence on her
husband Malcolm by reading him narratives from the Bible.
23. She influenced
her husband
and children,
especially her
youngest son,
the future King
David I of
Scotland, to be
just and holy
rulers
24. Malcolm so admired her piety that he had her books
decorated in gold and silver. One of these, a pocket
gospel book with portraits of the Evangelists, is
in the Bodleian Library in Oxford, England
26. She instigated
religious reform,
striving to conform
the worship and
practices of the
Church in Scotland
to those of Rome.
This she did on the
inspiration and
with the guidance
of Lanfranc, a
future archbishop
of Canterbury.
27. Among other deeds, Margaret also instigated
the restoration of Iona Abbey in Scotland.
28.
29. She is also known to have interceded for the release
of fellow English exiles who had been forced into
serfdom by the Norman conquest of England
30. Malcolm III, and their eldest son Edward,
were killed in the Battle of Alnwick against
the English on 13 November 1093.
31. Not yet 50 years old, Margaret died on 16 November 1093,
three days after the deaths of her husband and eldest son.
The cause of death was reportedly grief. She was buried
before the high altar in Dunfermline Abbey in Fife, Scotland
32. In 1250, the year of her canonization, her
body and that of her husband were exhumed
and placed in a chapel in the eastern apse
of Dunfermline Abbey in Fife, Scotland.
33. In 1560,
Mary Queen
of Scots had
Margaret's
head removed
to Edinburgh
Castle as
a relic.
34. In 1597,
Margaret's head
ended up with the
Jesuits at the Scots
College, Douai,
France, but was
lost during the
French Revolution.
35. King Philip of Spain had the other remains
of Margaret and Malcolm III transferred
to the Escorial palace in Madrid, Spain.
36. In 1693 Pope Innocent XII
moved her feast day to 10
June in recognition of the
birthdate of the son of
James VII of Scotland
and II of England.
In the revision of the
General Roman Calendar in
1969 her feast day was
moved to Nov 16,
date of her death.
She is also venerated as a
saint in the Anglican
Communion
37.
38. LIST OF PRESENTATIONS IN ENGLISH
Revised 1-11-2022
Advent and Christmas – time of hope and peace
All Souls Day
Amoris Laetitia – ch 1 – In the Light of the Word
Amoris Laetitia – ch 2 – The Experiences and Challenges of Families
Amoris Laetitia – ch 3 - Looking to Jesus, the Vocation of the Family
Amoris Laetitia – ch 4 - Love in Marriage
Amoris Laetitia – ch 5 – Love made Fruitfuol
Amoris Laetitia – ch 6 – Some Pastoral Perspectives
Amoris Laetitia – ch 7 – Towards a better education of children
Amoris Laetitia – ch 8 – Accompanying, discerning and integrating
weaknwss
Amoris Laetitia – ch 9 – The Spirituality of Marriage and the Family
Beloved Amazon 1ª – A Social Dream
Beloved Amazon 2 - A Cultural Dream
Beloved Amazon 3 – An Ecological Dream
Beloved Amazon 4 - An Ecclesiastical Dream
Carnival
Conscience
Christ is Alive
Fatima, History of the Apparitiions
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 1 – Church and Family today
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 2 - God’s plan for the family
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 1 – family as a Community
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 2 – serving life and education
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 3 – mission of the family in society
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 4 - Family in the Church
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 4 Pastoral familiar
Football in Spain
Freedom
Grace and Justification
Haurietis aquas – devotion to the Sacred Heart by Pius XII
Holidays and Holy Days
Holy Spirit
Holy Week – drawings for children
Holy Week – glmjpses of the last hours of JC
Human Community
Inauguration of President Donald Trump
Juno explores Jupiter
Kingdom of Christ
Saint Luke, evangelist
Saint Maria Goretti
Saint Mary Magdalen
Saint Mark, evangelist
Saint Martha, Mary and Lazarus
Saint Martin de Porres
Saint Martin of Tours
Sain Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Saint Mother Theresa of Calcutta
Saints Nazario and Celso
Saint John Chrysostom
Saint Jean Baptiste MarieaVianney, Curé of Ars
Saint John N. Neumann, bishop of Philadelphia
Saint John of the Cross
Saint Mother Teresa of Calcuta
Saint Patrick and Ireland
Saing Peter Claver
Saint Robert Bellarmine
Saint Therese of Lisieux
Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles
Saints Zachary and Elizabeth, parents of John Baptist
Signs of hope
Sunday – day of the Lord
Thanksgiving – History and Customs
The Body, the cult – (Eucharist)
The Chursh, Mother and Teacher
Valentine
Vocation to Beatitude
Virgin of Guadalupe – Apparitions
Virgin of the Pillar and Hispaniic feast day
Virgin of Sheshan, China
Vocation – mconnor@legionaries.org
WMoFamilies Rome 2022 – festval of families
Way of the Cross – drawings for children
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Laudato si 1 – care for the common home
Laudato si 2 – Gospel of creation
Laudato si 3 – Human roots of the ecological crisis
Laudato si 4 – integral ecology
Laudato si 5 – lines of approach and action
Laudato si 6 – Education y Ecological Spirituality
Life in Christ
Love and Marriage 12,3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Lumen Fidei – ch 1,2,3,4
Mary – Doctrine and dogmas
Mary in the bible
Martyrs of Korea
Martyrs of North America and Canada
Medjugore Santuario Mariano
Merit and Holiness
Misericordiae Vultus in English
Moral Law
Morality of Human Acts
Passions
Pope Franciss in Thailand
Pope Francis in Japan
Pope Francis in Sweden
Pope Francis in Hungary, Slovaquia
Pope Francis in America
Pope Francis in the WYD in Poland 2016
Passions
Querida Amazonia
Resurrection of Jesus Christ –according to the
Gospels
Russian Revolution and Communismo 1,2,3
Saint Agatha, virgin and martyr
Saint Albert the Great
Saint Anthony of Padua
Saint Bruno, fuunder of the Carthusians
Saint Charles Borromeo
Saint Faustina Kowalska and thee divine mercy
Saint Francis de Sales
Saint Francis of Assisi
Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Saint James, apostle
Saint John N. Neumann, bishop of Philadelphia
Saint John Paul II, Karol Wojtyla
Saint Joseph
39. LISTA DE PRESENTACIONES EN ESPAÑOL
Revisado 1-11-2022
Abuelos
Adviento y Navidad, tiempo de esperanza
Amor y Matrimonio 1 - 9
Amoris Laetitia – ch 1 – A la luz de la Palabre
Amoris Laetitia – ch 2 – Realidad y Desafíos de las Familias
Amoris Laetitia – ch 3 La mirada puesta en Jesús: Vocación de la
Familia
Amoris Laetitia – ch 4 - El Amor en el Matrimonio
Amoris Laetitia – ch 5 – Amor que se vuelve fecundo
Amoris Laetitia – ch 6 – Algunas Perspectivas Pastorales
Amoris Laetitia – ch 7 – Fortalecer la educacion de los hijos
Amoris Laetitia – ch 8 – Acompañar, discernir e integrar la fragilidad
Amoris Laetitia – ch 9 – Espiritualidad Matrimonial y Familiar
Carnaval
Conciencia
Cristo Vive
Dia de todos los difuntos
Domingo – día del Señor
El camino de la cruz de JC en dibujos para niños
El Cuerpo, el culto – (eucarisía)
Encuentro Mundial de Familias Roma 2022 – festival de las familias
Espíritu Santo
Fatima – Historia de las apariciones
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 1 – iglesia y familia hoy
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 2 - el plan de Dios para la familia
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 1 – familia como comunidad
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 2 – servicio a la vida y educación
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 3 – misión de la familia en la sociedad
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 3 – 4 - participación de la familia en la
iglesia
Familiaris Consortio (FC) 4 Pastoral familiar
Fátima – Historia de las Apariciones de la Virgen
Feria de Sevilla
Haurietis aquas – el culto al Sagrado Corazón
Hermandades y cofradías
Hispanidad
La Iglesia, Madre y Maestra
La Comunidad Humana
La Vida en Cristo
San José, obrero, marido, padre
San Juan Ma Vianney, Curé de’Ars
San Juan Crisostom
San Juan de la Cruz
San Juan N. Neumann, obispo de Philadelphia
San Juan Pablo II, Karol Wojtyla
San Lucas, evangelista
San Mateo, Apóstol y Evangelista
San Martin de Porres
San Martin de Tours
San Mateo, Apostol y Evangelista
San Maximiliano Kolbe
Santa Teresa de Calcuta
Santos Marta, Maria, y Lazaro
Santos Simon y Judaa Tadeo, aposttoles
San Nazario e Celso
San Padre Pio de Pietralcina
San Patricio e Irlanda
San Pedro Claver
San Roberto Belarmino
Santiago Apóstol
Santos Zacarias e Isabel, padres de Juan Bautista
Semana santa – Vistas de las últimas horas de JC
Vacaciones Cristianas
Valentín
Vida en Cristo
Virgen de Guadalupe, Mexico
Virgen de Pilar – fiesta de la hispanidad
Virgen de Sheshan, China
Virtud
Vocación a la bienaventuranza
Vocación – www.vocación.org
Vocación a evangelizar
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Laudato si 1 – cuidado del hogar común
Laudato si 2 – evangelio de creación
Laudato si 3 – La raíz de la crisis ecológica
Laudato si 4 – ecología integral
Laudato si 5 – líneas de acción
Laudato si 6 – Educación y Espiritualidad Ecológica
Ley Moral
Libertad
Lumen Fidei – cap 1,2,3,4
María y la Biblia
Martires de Corea
Martires de Nor America y Canada
Medjugore peregrinación
Misericordiae Vultus en Español
Moralidad de actos humanos
Pasiones
Papa Francisco en Bulgaria
Papa Francisco en Rumania
Papa Francisco en Marruecos
Papa Francisco en México
Papa Francisco – mensaje para la Jornada Mundial
Juventud 2016
Papa Francisco – visita a Chile
Papa Francisco – visita a Perú
Papa Francisco en Colombia 1 + 2
Papa Francisco en Cuba
Papa Francisco en Fátima
Papa Francisco en la JMJ 2016 – Polonia
Papa Francisco en Hugaría e Eslovaquia
Queridas Amazoznia 1,2,3,4
El Reino de Cristo
Resurrección de Jesucristo – según los Evangelios
Revolución Rusa y Comunismo 1, 2, 3
Santa Agata, virgen y martir
San Alberto Magno
San Antonio de Padua
San Bruno, fundador del Cartujo
San Carlos Borromeo
San Francisco de Asis 1,2,3,4
San Francisco de Sales
Santa Faustina Kowalska, y la divina misericordia
Santa Maria Goretti
Santa María Magdalena
Santa Teresa de Lisieux
San Marco, evangelista
San Ignacio de Loyola