In this final class, we look to how the virtues are interconnected as well as which vices are opposed to each of the virtues.
Further, we then discuss the capital sins and which virtues overcome each of the vices. We follow the themes of Fr Basil Cole in his book, Angelic Virtues and Demonic Vices.
"I came to you in weakness and fear and much trembling."
With these words, St Paul describes his arrival in Corinth and his ministry there. In this sermon, we consider the history of St Paul's coming to Corinth and also the purpose behind his First Letter to the Corinthians.
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In this third class, we discuss how the various vices floe from the seven capital sins. And we also look to the various virtues that are connected to the theological virtues.
On the Sermon on the Mount - in the context of the liturgical year, in the context of the history of Our Lord's public ministry, and in the life of every Christian.
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"Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach."
"From that time one, Jesus began to preach."
In this sermon, we consider what the Church understands the homily to be, and further reflect upon what makes a good Sunday homily. The sermon is an important part of the Mass, and must be approached with great reverence by the priest if he wants the people to benefit from his preaching!
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