Feb

27

Finding of Jesus’ Tomb a Farce, Say Scholars

February 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The heralded discovery of Jesus’ tomb is a phenomenon “between invented archaeology, advertising and sales,” says a research center.
The Studium Biblicum Franciscanum of Jerusalem gave this assessment of James Cameron’s documentary “The Lost Tomb of Jesus,” produced in collaboration with Simcha Jacobovici.
The documentary is set to premiere on the Discovery Channel this Sunday. It asserts […]

Feb

27

Saint of the Day: St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows (1838-1862 )

February 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Born in Italy into a large family and baptized Francis, he lost his mother when he was only four years old. He was educated by the Jesuits and, having been cured twice of serious illnesses, came to believe that God was calling him to the religious life. Young Francis wished to join the Jesuits but […]

Feb

27

Saint Pope Leo the Great - Sermon On Lent

February 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Saint Leo the Great
Sermon XXXIX. On Lent, I.
(in Vol XII, NPNF (2nd))
I. The Benefits of Abstinence Shown by the Example of the Hebrews.
II. Use Lent to Vanquish the Enemy, and Be Thus Preparing for Eastertide.
III. Fights are Necessary to Prove Our Faith.
IV. The Christian’s Armour is Both for Defence and for Attack.
V. Abstinence Not Only […]