Saint Cardinal John Henry Newman

With the seemingly fleeting trance of time, Newman bids us to listen to the "still voice divine" that gives purpose to life and points to Heaven.

If you are feeling desolate and do not recognize Christ on the road, continue with prayers and the sacraments, for He will make Himself known to you again.

The history of Israel is marked by willfulness and doubt. Blessed Newman reminds us to be still and rest in God when encountering obstacles.

John Henry Newman draws lessons from the lives of Abraham and Lot for us to live with detachment from material goods and serve God with a perfect heart.

For John Henry Newman, “... the soul of man is made for the contemplation of its Maker; and that nothing short of that high contemplation is its happiness"

God's promises and his work in the world are one, but we need the eyes of faith to see this while living in the midst of the world.

Pope Francis had set the date of October 13, 2019, for the canonization of Cardinal John Henry Newman. The saints teach us how to live with faith in God.

Newman gives helpful suggestions for approaching the incomprehensible mystery of the Holy Trinity and invites us to worship the one and triune God.

The Holy Spirit is not an impersonal, subtle force; He is the third Person of the Trinity and is closer to us than we are to ourselves.

For John Henry Newman the Ascension of Christ to heaven is a mystery which should move us to praise God, accepting that there are truths human reason cannot understand.

The Holy Innocents and our Lady teach us that only with the humility and sincerity of little children can we approach our loving Father.

John Henry Newman teaches that love for mankind begins with love for family and friends.

Cardinal Newman teaches us to worship God as our Creator and to address Him with the trust of children.

Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus, not even death; for Love has dwelt in death, and risen from it.

Christ shed tears for Lazarus. John Henry Newman explains that it was the compassion of God, and His sorrow for the wrong done to His creation.

Idea of a University Discourse 2 Part 2: faith is an "intellectual act"

The Martyrs of the Church were exceptional because their love was more powerful than life. Their example humbles us and bids us to say yes to our Lord.

Discourse 2, Part 1

John Henry Newman explains how St. Paul's conversion gives us lessons of God's Providence and the power of grace to convert sinners as well as of our need for humility.

John Henry Newman invites us to 'sanctify the woes,' that is to accept sufferings as a way of penance for our sins.

Scripture describes the painful truth of life - it is full of suffering. Only by accepting reality as it is, and hoping in God, can we avoid disappointment.

John Henry Newman found consolation in Christ and the thought of heaven when Mary, his young sister, died unexpectedly.

Part two of Discourse 1, in a series on John Henry Newman's Idea of a Univeristy.

John Henry Newman warns against a religion of the day that only looks at the bright and easy and ignores the demands of truth and God's commands.

Idea of U Discourse 1 Part 1: Philosophy of Education and Common Sense

Newman explains the sympathy between Jesus, Mary and Joseph comparing to three harps playing in perfect harmony, a model for all families.

Newman reflects on God's love for mankind manifest in his taking up our human nature.

Mary models humble reception of God as the path to true wisdom and greatness; but there are many things that tempt us to stray from this humble path.

This is a translation by Cardinal Newman of a hymn, “Conditor alme siderum,” traditionally sung during the Advent season.

In The Dream of Gerontius, Blessed Newman shows who our king and judge really is, and prepares our hearts for coming close to Him in Advent. The post The Dream of Gerontius and Advent appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman.

This poem can help us on the Sunday that the Church honors Christ as Universal King showing us what type of king Jesus truly is: all-just and all-merciful. The post Dream of Gerontius and Christ the King appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry...

In The Dream of Gerontius, Blessed Newman helps us to consider the Last Things preparing for our encounter with Christ and our personal judgement. The post Dream of Gerontius, and Prayer at the Moment of Death appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John...

The end of a University education is the total integration of knowledge into the heart, mind, and soul of a well-cultivated person. The post Introduction to The Idea of a University Part 3: The Fruit of a University appeared first on Blessed Cardinal...

Blessed Cardinal Newman describes the purification of the soul in Purgatory as being in a golden prison in preparation for Heaven. The post Golden Prison appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman.

Times of Private Prayer: Conversing With God When do you speak to God? Do you make time for prayer to God? We often eat meals with families and friends, watch sports events or listen to concerts, spend time reading blogs and newspapers. Yet, we fail...

We need times of private prayer to know what God wants for us and to exercise faith in his care for us.

Formal prayers are recited in public prayer, but not privately. Blessed Newman explains how these forms, some of them ancient, can aid personal devotion. The post Forms of Private Prayer appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman.

The Church offers the student more than what studies alone can provide: the grace that cannot be acquired with books. The post Introduction to the Idea of a University Part 2: The Practice of a University appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry...

Today we remember a Modern Day Father of the Church: Blessed John Henry Newman. The post Blessed John Henry Newman: a Modern Day Father of the Church appeared first on Blessed Cardinal John Henry Newman.