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INTRODUCING: SANCTUS SERIES
EPISODE 398: "These Boots Are Made for Crushing: The Blessed Mother & the Battle for Everything" Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR | SANCTUS SERIES EPISODE 1
We are living in a very consequential time in a battle for everything. With eternal consequences. With an unquenchable thirst for us to live with Him forever, our God has been sending Our Blessed Mother through whom Salvation has come into our world, whom from the beginning was foretold would crush the head of the Enemy. (Gen. 3:15) Do we recognize the truly amazing, prophetic alignment of Her messages with world events? Do we know what's at stake? Are we listening? Are we responding?
Over the next weeks leading into Advent and Christmas, we are sharing with you this Sanctus Series, incredible presentations given by very gifted preachers of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal at our first Sanctus weekend.
In the exhilarating, challenging, and yet profoundly hopeful first episode, Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR, takes us on a deep dive into our Lady's messages, with an appeal for us to engage in the battle with a weapon our Enemy greatly fears: The Rosary.
Fr. John Anthony is a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute, he's the first Catholic in his family line in 500 years, and newly-elected General Servant (top dog) leader of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. In the podcast extended version of the radio episode (GO), Fr. John Anthony shares his amazing conversion story, and answers questions including what mindset should we have regarding major conflicts in the world, reclaiming home culture, the role of fathers, penance for the conversion of sinners, the critical importance of apology and forgiveness, and more.
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November 6-13, 2023
A simple guide to help your family grow in holiness. (full version)
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GOSPEL | Matthew 25:1-13
Jesus told his disciples this parable:
"The kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins
who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.
Five of them were foolish and five were wise.
The foolish ones, when taking their lamps,
brought no oil with them,
but the wise brought flasks of oil with their lamps.
Since the bridegroom was long delayed,
they all became drowsy and fell asleep.
At midnight, there was a cry,
'Behold, the bridegroom! Come out to meet him!'
Then all those virgins got up and trimmed their lamps.
The foolish ones said to the wise,
'Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.'
But the wise ones replied,
'No, for there may not be enough for us and you.
Go instead to the merchants and buy some for yourselves.'
While they went off to buy it, the bridegroom came
and those who were ready went into the wedding feast with him.
Then the door was locked.
Afterwards the other virgins came and said,
'Lord, Lord, open the door for us!'
But he said in reply,
'Amen, I say to you, I do not know you.'
Therefore, stay awake,
for you know neither the day nor the hour.
QUESTION:
What struck you in this reading? Challenged you? Inspired you? What questions did it raise?
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On Sunday's Gospel (video)
with JOHN MICHAEL TALBOT
Today we're here to discuss the importance of being a wise virgin and having your lamps ready for the coming of Christ. As we're heading towards Advent and nearing the end of the year, it's time to reflect on the second coming of Jesus. Are you prepared for His arrival? Are your lamps burning brightly, or have you let them go out? Just as in the parable, five were wise and kept their lamps trimmed and bright, while five were foolish and allowed their lamps to go out as they fell asleep. Are you falling asleep spiritually? Are you neglecting to keep your lamp burning? It's easy to become complacent when wondering when Jesus will come.
Here's what we need to do: we must keep our lamps bright by continuing to pray, nurturing our relationship with Jesus, experiencing the sacraments, immersing ourselves in the Word of God, and participating in the Liturgy of the Hours. Daily prayer, speaking in tongues, and moments of silent reflection are crucial. Love and kindness towards our neighbors, starting with our families, is essential. As we venture into the secular world, even in places like hospitals and healthcare settings, a simple smile and words of gratitude can serve as a form of evangelization, keeping our spiritual light alive.
If you allow your lamp to go out, it's not too late to repent. Jesus encourages us to repent, for the Kingdom of heaven is at hand. Change your mindset, undergo metanoia, and return to the light. Let Jesus reignite your lamp and keep it burning.
This is my prayer for all of you, and I love you dearly. Remember, all things are possible with God.
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