Session 8 was held on Tuesday, August 19th from 7:15 to 8:45 pm. Fr. Dennis presided. There was a good turnout; 16 round tables with 4-6 people per table.
Father noted that next week thee will be a POTLUCK dinner and we should all bring something to eat and arrive earlier; around 7pm.
Father remarked that Pop Benedict is writing a book about Paul and it should be coming out soon.
This jubilee year is a time of parish and personal renewal based on the letters of St. Paul.
The jubilee is celebrating the 2000th anniversary of the birth of St Paul (believed to be 8-10 AD).
Refer to Father’s notes on the letters covered in this session.
2 Thessalonians
The early church in Thessalonica was pre-occupied with the 2nd coming of Christ. A forged letter caused them to believe that the end times had already come (and this was believed to be why they were being persecuted so much).
The end times should be viewed as fullfillment and completeness rather than a time of destruction.
The end times will bring lawlessness and one who is called the Anti-Christ. He is not mentioned much in the Catholic Church, but he will be real.
This letter most likely was not written by Paul, but in his tradition near the end of the 1st century.
WOW = witness, observe, watcher—of our own personal intentions.
Colossians
Written 63-90 AD, not by Paul, but most likely by a disciple using Paul’s name and authority.
Letter is a response to the many false teachers of the time.
Key is that Christ is supreme.
We are challenged to spiritual, personal renewal. We must conquer person sins through love. As we relate to one another, we relate to Christ.
Love, obedience, service—are to be rendered in the Lord, and prayer is the key.
The key to happiness is to be grateful.
Forgiveness is presented as a special challenge to us.
Ephesians
The great letter about the worldwide Church; one, holy catholic, apostolic, cosmic, universal, worldwide community of faith.
Letter most likely not written by Paul around 80-100 AD. Written as if in prison; suffering and afflictions.
We are challenged to avoid vices (bad habits) and put on virtues (good habits).
We should use our words in a constructive way.
This letter includes the famous instructions to wives, husbands, and children.
Monday, August 25, 2008
St Paul Session #6
Session 6 was held on Tuesday, August 5th from 7:15 to 8:45 pm. Fr. Dennis presided. There was a good turnout; 16 round tables with 4-6 people per table.
Father covered Philemon, which is the shortest letter, and Romans which is the longest letter at 16 chapters and the most theologically developed. See his notes.
Father remarked that by reviewing the letters we get 13 flavors instead of 31!!
Key: Nothing can separate us from the love of God.
Romans 1-8:39 covered
Paul wrote it to the Church at Rome before he met them.
We are called to be evangelizers—to share our faith.
The human family is completely lost without Christ; pagans worshipped creatures and creation instead of God.
God is holy and what we strive to be.
Murder can be by our words, not just physically.
Cultivate your internal garden; meditate, pray, and reflect.
Sin is a coercive force penetrating our lives; gives way to spiritual death—alienates us from God
Abraham is a model for Christian believers; someone to look up to.
Right with God; confession provides—relief, peace, and confidence.
Philemon (not filet mignon)
Primary message is how we treat people. Onesimus was a slave but also a Christian, so his master must treat him with respect.
As Christ we are in a new relationship with others. Even the master/slave relationship is changed. How do we accept gays, lesbians, illegals today who are also brothers/sisters in Jesus Christ?
Don’t treat people as invisible or with indifference.
Father covered Philemon, which is the shortest letter, and Romans which is the longest letter at 16 chapters and the most theologically developed. See his notes.
Father remarked that by reviewing the letters we get 13 flavors instead of 31!!
Key: Nothing can separate us from the love of God.
Romans 1-8:39 covered
Paul wrote it to the Church at Rome before he met them.
We are called to be evangelizers—to share our faith.
The human family is completely lost without Christ; pagans worshipped creatures and creation instead of God.
God is holy and what we strive to be.
Murder can be by our words, not just physically.
Cultivate your internal garden; meditate, pray, and reflect.
Sin is a coercive force penetrating our lives; gives way to spiritual death—alienates us from God
Abraham is a model for Christian believers; someone to look up to.
Right with God; confession provides—relief, peace, and confidence.
Philemon (not filet mignon)
Primary message is how we treat people. Onesimus was a slave but also a Christian, so his master must treat him with respect.
As Christ we are in a new relationship with others. Even the master/slave relationship is changed. How do we accept gays, lesbians, illegals today who are also brothers/sisters in Jesus Christ?
Don’t treat people as invisible or with indifference.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Holy Card
Hi,
I am trying to find a paper Holy Card for St. Denis.
I haven't had any luck, so I am hoping that you might have some available for purchase.
Or, perhaps you could direct me to where I might find one.
Respectfully,
Beatrice Delja
I am trying to find a paper Holy Card for St. Denis.
I haven't had any luck, so I am hoping that you might have some available for purchase.
Or, perhaps you could direct me to where I might find one.
Respectfully,
Beatrice Delja
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
New Open Thread
Time to start a new "open thread" (general comments). Feel free to express yourself here!
Comments are moderated, so it may take some time for your comment to post. Be sure to check back later.
Comments are moderated, so it may take some time for your comment to post. Be sure to check back later.
World Youth Day 2008
Commenter "MQ" suggested that we start a thread about World Youth Day, which just happened in Australia last week. The L.A. Archdiocese had over 140 in their "official" group, around 20 of which were from St Denis.
If you have any experiences to relate to all those of us who did not get to go, please share them here!
If you have any experiences to relate to all those of us who did not get to go, please share them here!
St Paul Sessions #5; Tuesday 29 July
Session 5 was held on Tuesday, July 29 from 7:15 to 9:00 pm. Msgr. Loughnane presided. There was a good turnout; 16 round tables with 4-6 people per table. Many people may have stayed home due to the earthquake.
Msgr. provided several handouts;
o His notes for session 5 (copies of his overhead projector slides)
o “Food for the Journey” This Month’s Scriptures: Paul the Letter-Writer
o Poster advertising a one man show on Sept. 22 at 7pm presenting “Saint Paul—In His Own Words”
o Editorial by Peter John Cameron, O.P., “Jubilee Year to the Apostle Paul: The Life of Saint Paul” (part 1 and part 2)
Msgr. covered 2 Corinthians 10:1-13:13 and Galatians 1-6:11-18
2 Corinthians—Last 4 Chapters
Paul stayed in Corinth several times; one time for 18 months when he founded the Church there.
Paul was accused of being “not a great speaker (humble), better as a writer (bold)”.
To counter this, Paul threatens to be bold in person.
Paul provide much sarcasm and scolding in these chapters (10:15-17).
Paul was given a “thorn in the flesh” so that he would not be proud. This was a weakness that leads one to evil—it is not clear what it was for Paul. The Lord’s glory shines through Paul’s weakness; we should do the task and allow the Lord to work through us.
Paul will return to Corinth but he is afraid of what he will find especially those who sin and do not repent.
Letter to the Galatians:
Msgr. has a DVD n the life of Paul which shows some of the punishments the Apostles suffered at the hands of the Romans, especially “40 lashes minus one”.
Note that these sessions are taught in the same sequence recommended by the Ligourian article that was provided at the first session.
Galatians is an authentic Paul letter written about 54-55 ce.
Galatia is now Central Turkey. The letter was written to the gentile converts to address other missionaries who were teaching Mosaic Law including circumcision and the following of the Torah. They questioned Paul as one NOT taught by Jesus and not of the chosen 12. This is similar to how the Pharisees challenged Jesus for not following the law.
Paul proclaimed the basic Christian truth that our relationship with God is not restored by legal observances, but through accepting God’s call to follow Jesus.
Paul also maintained that he was personally called by Jesus himself (on the road to Damascus).
There are about 180 references in the Old Testament to the coming of the Messiah; most in Isaiah, most appear in our liturgy around Christmas.
The new life in Jesus Christ is central to Paul’s thoughts.
The account of Paul’s conversion and his meetings with Peter and James (the brother of the Lord) at about 3 years and 14 years after Paul’s conversion is of historical importance. Paul is a witness to what was happening with the Church of Peter and James in Jerusalem.
Description of the World Youth Week in Australia:
Msgr. provided a few comments about the trip.
16% of the people in Australia are Catholic, 21% are atheist, and 23% are agnostic.
The “kids” were well behaved and there were no real problems with the police.
On Friday 13 stations of the cross were celebrated across the city of Sydney with each station in a different venue and much walking in between. It took about three hours.
It is winter there and the sun goes down about 4:30 pm. It was cold for the kids sleeping in the fields. Angie said she slept with her shoes on!
On Sunday, Pope Benedict confirmed 24 young people, 12 of them were from Australia.
Overall a wonderful experience; #5 for Msgr. and #3 for Angie.
Benedict was the “sheriff” before, but now he is the “mayor”. It is good to have a Pope who can walk briskly.
Msgr. was very impressed with the Prime Minister there who expressed his appreciation for all the missionaries that had come to Australia. On the last day he appointed an ambassador to the Vatican.
Msgr. provided several handouts;
o His notes for session 5 (copies of his overhead projector slides)
o “Food for the Journey” This Month’s Scriptures: Paul the Letter-Writer
o Poster advertising a one man show on Sept. 22 at 7pm presenting “Saint Paul—In His Own Words”
o Editorial by Peter John Cameron, O.P., “Jubilee Year to the Apostle Paul: The Life of Saint Paul” (part 1 and part 2)
Msgr. covered 2 Corinthians 10:1-13:13 and Galatians 1-6:11-18
2 Corinthians—Last 4 Chapters
Paul stayed in Corinth several times; one time for 18 months when he founded the Church there.
Paul was accused of being “not a great speaker (humble), better as a writer (bold)”.
To counter this, Paul threatens to be bold in person.
Paul provide much sarcasm and scolding in these chapters (10:15-17).
Paul was given a “thorn in the flesh” so that he would not be proud. This was a weakness that leads one to evil—it is not clear what it was for Paul. The Lord’s glory shines through Paul’s weakness; we should do the task and allow the Lord to work through us.
Paul will return to Corinth but he is afraid of what he will find especially those who sin and do not repent.
Letter to the Galatians:
Msgr. has a DVD n the life of Paul which shows some of the punishments the Apostles suffered at the hands of the Romans, especially “40 lashes minus one”.
Note that these sessions are taught in the same sequence recommended by the Ligourian article that was provided at the first session.
Galatians is an authentic Paul letter written about 54-55 ce.
Galatia is now Central Turkey. The letter was written to the gentile converts to address other missionaries who were teaching Mosaic Law including circumcision and the following of the Torah. They questioned Paul as one NOT taught by Jesus and not of the chosen 12. This is similar to how the Pharisees challenged Jesus for not following the law.
Paul proclaimed the basic Christian truth that our relationship with God is not restored by legal observances, but through accepting God’s call to follow Jesus.
Paul also maintained that he was personally called by Jesus himself (on the road to Damascus).
There are about 180 references in the Old Testament to the coming of the Messiah; most in Isaiah, most appear in our liturgy around Christmas.
The new life in Jesus Christ is central to Paul’s thoughts.
The account of Paul’s conversion and his meetings with Peter and James (the brother of the Lord) at about 3 years and 14 years after Paul’s conversion is of historical importance. Paul is a witness to what was happening with the Church of Peter and James in Jerusalem.
Description of the World Youth Week in Australia:
Msgr. provided a few comments about the trip.
16% of the people in Australia are Catholic, 21% are atheist, and 23% are agnostic.
The “kids” were well behaved and there were no real problems with the police.
On Friday 13 stations of the cross were celebrated across the city of Sydney with each station in a different venue and much walking in between. It took about three hours.
It is winter there and the sun goes down about 4:30 pm. It was cold for the kids sleeping in the fields. Angie said she slept with her shoes on!
On Sunday, Pope Benedict confirmed 24 young people, 12 of them were from Australia.
Overall a wonderful experience; #5 for Msgr. and #3 for Angie.
Benedict was the “sheriff” before, but now he is the “mayor”. It is good to have a Pope who can walk briskly.
Msgr. was very impressed with the Prime Minister there who expressed his appreciation for all the missionaries that had come to Australia. On the last day he appointed an ambassador to the Vatican.
Friday, July 25, 2008
LATIN Mass?
Please kindly let me know if you have a LATIN Mass at your church.
May I have a response?
Thank You,
Prudence Podda
May I have a response?
Thank You,
Prudence Podda
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