If, then, placed as we are in this world full of danger and misery, we do not know the Lord our creator, what is the point in having been born? Our life is pointless. Thanks to God, we have come into this world. Also thanks to God, we have received baptism, we have entered the Church, and we have received the glorious name of disciples of the Lord. (Saint Andrew Kim-Taegon, +1846)
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Pope Benedict and Saint John Chrysostom: Part II
BENEDICT XVI
GENERAL AUDIENCE
Saint Peter's Square
Wednesday, 26 September 2007
St John Chrysostom (2)
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Today, let us continue our reflection on St John Chrysostom. After...