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On Straying Humanity: Cyril of Alexandria on John 10

The Gospel for Misericordias Domini is John 10.11-16. St. Cyril of Alexandria comments on the image of mankind as wandering sheep, having fallen prey to two wolves, the devil and death. The following excerpt is taken from the Ancient Christian … Continue reading

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Sermon for Quinquagesima

Sermon on St. Luke 18:31-34 [35-43] [Jesus’ Third Passion Prediction] Quinquagesima Sunday + Jesu Juva + Today’s gospel lesson includes Jesus’ third Passion Prediction, what some call His “Passion Sermon.” Three times in Luke’s gospel Jesus tells the disciples what … Continue reading

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