Fr. Christian Mathis | December 12, 2008
I know what you are thinking. First Advent Conspiracy, and now a Subversive Christmas? What is this guy up to? Well I hope that I am just preaching the Gospel. We are rapidly approaching Gaudete Sunday, a day when we anticipate the fullness of Christmas by letting just a tiny bit of that joy out [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 11, 2008
Although it continues to rain here in East Tennessee and there is even the threat of snow tonight, my mood does not match the weather. I woke up this morning feeling myself again. There is still the residual effects of sickness, but things seem to be on the mend. I am extremely grateful to Carmen [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 10, 2008
Have you ever felt so sick that even though you could feel your stomach growling for food and your head aching for pain killers, you could only just barely will yourself out of bed to take care of it? That was how I felt yesterday. I’m not certain where I acquired this particular bug, but [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 8, 2008
Today we celebrate the conception of the Theotokos, the Mother of God. Mary’s story is one that always challenges me to put my trust fully in God. The Biblical account of Mary’s call to bear a Son who was to be the savior of the world bears a striking contrast to so many other calls [...]
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 7, 2008
When I was first introduced to this video a few months ago, it made me happy to know that the current students at my alma mater still have a sense of humor. Enjoy! Deacon Payne Father Ryan Larson | MySpace Video
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 6, 2008
Last night was spent with friends to eat, play some music and sing, and then to see one of my favorite bands of all time. Thanks for the idea Mike!
Fr. Christian Mathis | December 4, 2008
I worship not the matter but the Creator of matter who became matter for me. —St. John of Damascus Today Christians celebrate the feastday of St. John of Damascus who is probably most famous for his defense of the use of holy images in worship and prayer. Unfortunately, it is still quite common for Christians [...]
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