Jul 13, 2021

Sunday Sermon, July 11th -- St Benedict, Father of Europe

July 11th is the Feast of St Benedict in the Vatican II calendar. We discuss the details of the St Benedict Cross which is often used in prayers of exorcism and fulfills what was presented in the Gospel this Sunday, that Jesus gave his Apostles (and their successors, the bishops; as well as priests) authority over evil spirits and power to cast out Satan.

The life of St Benedict is an inspiration for all. His vision of monastic life, which is life in common, transformed the ideal of holiness. Holiness is not simply found in isolation, but in community living built upon a rule of charity.

St Benedict also transformed Europe, as his monasteries became centers of learning and culture which laid the foundation of modern civilization.


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