The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture WOF 460: The Star of the North Congress Address: Part II
Oct 21, 2024
Bishop Barron continues his engaging address, diving into the transformative practice of Eucharistic Adoration. He shares profound wisdom from saints and holy figures, inspiring listeners to deepen their faith. The discussion highlights Thomas Aquinas' insights on the Eucharist, emphasizing a pivotal moment in his theology. The historical significance of Corpus Christi is also explored, along with Aquinas' hymns that beautifully capture the mystery of the Blessed Sacrament. Stay close to the fire of faith!
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Aquinas and the Eucharist
- Bishop Barron skipped a day of the Synod on Synodality in Rome to visit the Church of San Domenico in Naples.
- There, in a side chapel, St. Thomas Aquinas finalized his work on the Eucharist and reportedly heard Jesus' voice.
The Corporal of Balsena
- A priest, Peter of Prague, doubted the real presence and witnessed blood flowing from the host during Mass.
- This Eucharistic miracle led Pope Urban IV to establish the feast of Corpus Christi.
The Pange Lingua
- The Pange Lingua hymn, written by St. Thomas Aquinas for Corpus Christi, emphasizes the mystery of the Eucharist.
- It highlights the inadequacy of human language to fully express this mystery.