Radio Maria England CREDO - Fr Bernardino Soukup CFR - Take Off Your Robe of Mourning & Misery and Put On The Splendour of Glory
Dec 4, 2025
Fr Bernardino Soukup CFR, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal based in Limerick, leads a profound discussion on Advent. He delves into the Book of Baruch, exploring themes of hope and renewal. Fr Bernardino emphasizes shedding mourning for the 'splendour of glory,' reflecting on St. Francis's transformative acts of humility and mercy. He connects the season to personal repentance and the necessity of confession, illustrating the joy and righteousness that follow. His insights invite listeners to embrace spiritual rebirth as they prepare for Christmas.
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From Mourning To Divine Splendor
- Baruch calls Jerusalem to strip off mourning and don God's eternal splendor as a sign of restoration and hope.
- The prophecy promises return from exile and a transformed people led by God's mercy and justice.
Francis Strips For A New Life
- Fr Bernardino recounts Saint Francis stripping and returning his garments to his father as a radical public renunciation.
- The bishop covered Francis with his mantle, symbolizing entry into a new life of penance and service.
Kissing A Lepper Changed Francis
- Fr Bernardino tells of Francis overcoming repulsion to lepers, giving his cloak and even kissing one to serve them.
- That encounter transformed Francis and led him to serve leper colonies in humility and charity.
