Sunday, October 13, 2024
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Sunday we hear, “I prayed, and prudence was given me”(Wis. 7:7) In the next chapter; “And if any one loves righteousness, her labors are virtues; for she teaches self-control and prudence, justice and courage…” —Wisdom 8:7
These words from the Book of Wisdom are just one of many passages that extol the four virtues: prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance. These virtues were named by Plato, expanded upon by Aristotle and discussed by Cicero. St. Ambrose (d. 397)first termed this “cardinal virtues” which continues in our Catholic moral theology today.
They are moral virtues, also called human virtues—that is, virtues “that govern our actions, order our passions, and guide our conduct according to reason and faith” (Catechism, 1804). Moral virtues can be attained through reason and repetitive action, even in a soul that doesn’t have the benefit of baptism and the sacraments. Grace elevates and perfects them and gives us strength to persevere in them.
The moral virtues are distinct from the theological virtues—faith, hope, and charity—which cannot be gained by human effort and repetition. The theological virtues are gifts from God.
Confirmation sessions for high school freshmen and sophomores begins today
Little Church, Sunday morning pre-school, begins next Sunday, the 20th.
Second collection for World Mission Sunday is next Sunday, October 20th.
17th Annual Halloween Extravaganza!!! Friday, October 25th 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. $5.00 per person, $20.00 per family gives you entrance into everything: costume contest, car decorating contests & Movies.
October 7th – anniversary of Hamas savagery and murder and taking of Gaza hostages.
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You are welcome to watch our 10:00 am Sunday morning Mass on YouTube either live or later Sunday afternoon or evening.
