Jesus the thief; presence through memory
Ecclesia Christi Midweek
Advent Retreat
Father Brendan and Father Justin will lead a Catholic 301 Advent Retreat on Saturday, December 17 from 9:00am–12:00pm at the Basilica of the Assumption. The retreat will include the celebration of Mass and an opportunity for confession. Our talks will be based on The Advent of Salvation by Jean Daniélou, SJ. It is not necessary to own or to have read the book in advance, although if desired, it can be purchased through Cluny Media. For planning purposes, we would appreciate it if you would register for the retreat.
Homilies
Father Justin comments on Christ’s odd identification of himself as a thief—a thief who comes to steal the most precious of treasures for his Kingdom, while Father Brendan invites us to be present to life of the Savior this Advent through the faculty of our memory.
Articles
Father Brendan watched some movies, and found some first-class material for theological and philosophical introspection. You can read his thoughts on four recent releases in Films Worth Thinking About.
Witness
How do you see Christ alive in our Archdiocese? Ecclesia Christi wants to hear from you! Witness pieces of 2,000 words or less can be submitted for review to ecclesiachristibaltimore@gmail.com.
Catholic 301
This week, Father Brendan continues his analysis of von Balthasar’s Love Alone is Credible. The class has been extended to the first week of December, so stay tuned for a final episode.
Previous Catholic 301 recordings are posted each week under the “Podcast” tab. Register now to join us in person for the full year of Catholic 301 courses.
Upcoming
Join Father Justin for an Advent Rorate Mass this Saturday, December 3rd at 6:45am at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. Yes, it’s early! This votive Mass for Our Lady is offered by candlelight at dawn so that the Eucharist is consecrated with the rising of the sun. Don’t miss out on this beautiful tradition of our faith!
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