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The Season of Epiphany
The Feast of the Epiphany is the beginning of Epiphanytide. Newman teaches us the importance of this season of Epiphany.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
January 4, 2020
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A Thanksgiving
St. John Henry Newman reminds us that even trials can be blessings and to give thanks for these special blessings which are medicine to the soul.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
November 26, 2019
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Christian Repentance (Parochial and Plain Sermons III.7)
St. John Henry wants us to realize that we are ever the prodigal son, in need of constant surrender throughout our lives.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
November 2, 2019
Three Minutes with Newman
Interview with Profesor Barb Wyman on the Canonization of St. John Henry Newman
Barb Wyman describes the canonization of St. John Henry Newman, the atmosphere in Rome and the significance of this great event.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
October 20, 2019
Poetry Blog
The Trance of Time
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.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
September 7, 2019
Poetry Blog
Desolation
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.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
August 16, 2019
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The Thought of God, the Stay of the Soul: Newman on Happiness
For Newman, “… the soul of man is made for the contemplation of its Maker; and that nothing short of that high contemplation is its happiness.”
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
July 26, 2019
Three Minutes with Newman
The Holy Sacrifice, The Food of the Soul
God feeds the beasts of the fields with natural food but to us his children He gives his Son, the bread of angels, the source of supernatural life.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
June 24, 2019
Three Minutes with Newman
The Mystery of the Holy Trinity, PPS 6.24
Newman gives helpful suggestions for approaching the incomprehensible mystery of the Holy Trinity and invites us to worship the one and triune God.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
June 14, 2019
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Love of Relations and Friends
John Henry Newman teaches that love for mankind begins with love for family and friends.
Prof. Barb H. Wyman
May 11, 2019