I am no one, But see the army Of saints and angels Who implore Thee. You say “Feed my lambs, Feed my sheep,” And I am tempted To think, I have nothing, But, Lord, are You Not the Whole Loaf, And are You not Eternal and ours? I will give From my Ever Present Lord. … Continue reading
Blossom in the Desert
Sad the plight of Man, Mourning the lose of Paradise. Captive to cowardice, Hiding from his God. Cast out, betraying, And accusing one another, Empty of grace, forlorn. One garden of hope remains. One paradise, Ready for the Spring. One immaculate heaven on earth. O Virgin, say but the Word, And your “Fiat” Will blossom … Continue reading
On Flight from the World
From the treatise on Flight from the World by Saint Ambrose, bishop Hold fast to God, the one true good Where a man’s heart is, there is his treasure also. God is not accustomed to refusing a good gift to those who ask for one. Since he is good, and especially to those who are … Continue reading
From a letter by Saint Cyprian, bishop and martyr A faith that is ready and unshaken
From a letter by Saint Cyprian, bishop and martyr A faith that is ready and unshaken Cyprian sends greetings to his brother Cornelius. My very dear brother, we have heard of the glorious witness given by your courageous faith. On learning of the honor you had won by your witness, we were filled with such … Continue reading
Catholic Apologetics Cheat Sheet
THE CATHOLIC APOLOGIST’S SCRIPTURAL CHEAT SHEET Christopher Wong
Passion of a Warrior
When did his passion begin? Did it commence with the kiss By which he bid his loved ones adieu. Or did the call to battle Bid him count the cost, Shattering vanities and proud hoorahs, With winter ice Though veins, Piercing to the marrow of bone. The Call was always greater Than one man’s valor … Continue reading
