The Thomistic Institute The Holy Family: Exemplars of Faith, Hope, and Charity | Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP
Apr 22, 2024
Fr. Thomas Joseph White, OP discusses the exemplary qualities of the Holy Family - faith, hope, and charity. Topics include the Blessed Virgin Mary's consecration to God, the importance of self-offering, Christian hope, and the unique roles of St. Joseph and the Virgin Mary in theological traditions.
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Mary's Predestined Grace From Early Life
- Mary received extraordinary grace from early life, prepared by God to be the worthy Mother of God.
- Luke's Annunciation language (Greek implying 'having been fully graced') supports tradition that her holiness was foreseen and operative before conception.
Padre Pio Story About A Childhood Vision
- Fr. White compares Mary to holy children like Padre Pio and Therese, illustrating early signs of extraordinary devotion.
- He recounts Padre Pio as a child directing his father to dig a well based on a vision, showing vivid early sanctity.
Contemplative Maternity Precedes Physical Conception
- Mary conceived the eternal Word first in her mind and heart by faith before conceiving him physically in her womb.
- Augustine and Church tradition emphasize her contemplative maternity: knowledge and love of Christ precede and accompany the physical conception.