The Thomistic Institute God on a Cross: The Meaning of the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus I Fr. Thomas Petri, O.P.
Jun 26, 2025
Fr. Thomas Petri, President of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception, delves into the deep meaning behind Christ's passion, death, and resurrection. He discusses humanity's original state and the effects of sin, emphasizing how Christ's sacrifice restores our relationship with God. Key insights include the transformative nature of Christ’s suffering and its connections to the sacramental life, focusing on the Last Supper's profound teachings. Petri invites listeners to enrich their spiritual lives and embrace a journey towards divine union.
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God's Purpose in Creation
- God created humanity not out of necessity but because He willed to create and for humans to enjoy existence.
- Humans are created for eternal communion with God, unlike gods in other religions who need humans.
Effect of Original Sin
- Original sin causes humanity to see God as a competitor rather than a friend.
- This disordered view leads to shame, hiding, and fractured communion with God and others.
God's Pedagogy After the Fall
- God slowly educates humanity to understand their need for communion with Him through history and suffering.
- Salvation involves both being made right with God and wanting relationship with God.