In part I, we talked about the mystery of merit and its problem and solution. Today, we will discuss how the growth in spiritual maturity
Redemptive Suffering (Part I of II) : The Mystery of Merit Dear Father John, I was just listening to a radio show about redemptive suffering
The Daily Cross Presence of God – O Jesus Crucified, help me, by the merits of Your Cross, to carry my cross daily. MEDITATION
Father Fortea, what are the types of evil? While the variety of particular evils is infinite, theologians typically distinguish between physical and moral evils. Remember
Sayings of Light and Love 22 Sayings of Light and Love 22 A bird caught in birdlime has a twofold task: It must free
The Mystery of the Priesthood Because I work at a seminary, I have gotten to know quite a few priests over the years. Many of
Sayings of Light and Love 14 Sayings of Light and Love 14: God values in you the inclination to dryness and suffering for love of
Sayings of Light and Love 4 Sayings of Light and Love 4: It is better to be burdened and in company with the strong man
Fr. Fortea, how can one tell if a vision is demonic in origin or is a psychiatric problem? The best way to discern if something
Dear Fr. Fortea, can a demon cause a physical illness? First, we need to clearly understand that physical illnesses nearly always have natural causes. The
