The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 177: Earthen Vessels
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Jun 26, 2025 Discover the spiritual significance of icons as Fr. Mark-Mary reflects on the Transfiguration. Explore Peter's transformative journey from moments of brilliance to shadows, emphasizing the lasting nature of faith. Learn how the artistic and theological elements of the Transfiguration icon serve as a gateway for deeper contemplation. Dive into the highs and lows of personal growth and transformation, ultimately seeking divine grace to enrich your relationship with Jesus.
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Icons Reveal Divine Reality
- Icons reflect the incarnation: the invisible God made visible in Jesus.
- They are windows to heaven, inviting contemplation rather than mere admiration.
Transfiguration as Divine Manifestation
- The Transfiguration shows Jesus' invisible glory momentarily revealed.
- It highlights the mountain as a place of divine revelation and transformation.
Peter's Fragile Faith Journey
- Peter witnessed Jesus' majesty but denied him three times during the passion.
- His story shows the fragility and complexity of human faithfulness.
