Quotes of the Early Fathers and Christians of the Church (33AD to 750AD)
Almsgiving requires money, but even this shines with a brighter luster when the alms are given from our poverty. The widow who paid the two pennies was poorer than any human, but she outdid them all.
St. John Chrysostom (347-407AD) on Poverty and Riches
Mini-Bio: Syrian; archbishop, Doctor of the Church
Saints throughout the Age of the Church
You can force a man to enter a church, to approach the altar, to receive the Sacrament; but you cannot force him to believe.
St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430AD) on Freedom of Religion
Mini-Bio: North African; bishop, theologian, Doctor of the Church
Holy Quotes from the Popes of the Church
In order that your life may retain a taste of the feast, be dynamic and joyful in the service of others. Seek to carry out what Christ ask of you, answer with Mary’s “fiat”: “I am the servant of the Lord” (Luke 1:38).
Pope John Paul II (1920 - 2005AD)
Mini-Bio: pope: (1978 - 2005) Polish; The most traveled pope in history. During his papacy he has issued many letters clarifying and safeguarding the Churches teachings in moral areas. Has consecrated his papacy to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
