Archive for 2016
Deuteronomy 25 – Practical Law Part 3
“You must love your neighbor as yourself.” To the Hebrews this includes people who are not Hebrews. You must help prevent the loss of his animals, garments, or property; or take advantage of his loss. This must be done as a brotherly obligation without payment. This help must not be withheld. This is an obligation…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 24 – Practical Law Part 2
The Laws in these chapters describe particular situations, but seek to impart general principles. Laws regarding inheritance are discussed, and while not every permutation is accounted for, the proper procedure can be derived from what is provided. A particular case where a son with a criminal disregard for authority is discussed. While it technically opens…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 23 – Practical Law
These chapters lay out practical law for the Hebrews that are not simply legal codes, but guides to live a moral life obedient to the Lord. Rules for atonement for the spilling of innocent blood are layed out. Women who are captives of war are to be wives, not concubines, sex slaves, or rape victims.…
Read MoreJourneyman 2016 – Old Testament Themes
OLD TESTAMENT THEMES A new five-week study Our summer journeyman programs are general survey courses, usually alternating material from the Old and New Testaments and Church history – or some major spiritual topic. In these sessions we attempt to give a convenient handle on material, which can serve as a useful foundation for further study.…
Read MoreLadies’ Garden Tea Party
This upcoming July 17th, from 2:00–4:30 pm, our very own Fiat women’s fellowship will be hosting a tea party in the garden of the St. Irenaeus Center on Blossom Rd. For more information, have a look at this beautiful invitation designed by Marie Brennan – and feel free to print out a few copies to…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 22 – Godly Warfare and Religious Culture
War is conducted on the understanding that the Lord, not the Hebrews, will be the cause of victory. Only a small number of loyal soldiers are required. Finally, the religious culture of Deuteronomy and the Gospel is discussed. The culture is different from, and sometimes irreconcilible with, typical modern American sensibilities. God is to be…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 21 – The Prophet and Cities of Sanctuary
Deuteronomy foretells of a prophet and mediator between God and the Jewish people. This is seen as foretelling the ministry of Jesus Christ, through whom God reveals His love of mankind. Some guidance is given for how to distinguish real prophets from false ones. Rules carefully delineating manslaughter and murder are laid out. Despite the…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 20 – Due Process, Kings, and Priests
When there are accusations of idolatry, it must be ascertained through credible evidence. The punishment is designed to be decisive and JUST. The witnesses are involved in the execution in order to discourage false accusations. A judicial system is carefully created to ensure due process, allowing Levitical priests and higher courts to take care of…
Read MoreFaith & Witness – Spring 2016
Faith & Witness Spring 2016 By St. Irenaeus Ministries in Faith & Witness 16 pages, published 5/27/2016 Our Spring 2016 issue celebrates the life of Mother Angelica, tackles topics like politics and the culture wars, and features an interview with Fr. Mike Mayer on evangelization. Also, check out a piece on C.S. Lewis’s Screwtape Letters…
Read MoreDeuteronomy 19 – Judges and Abominable Worship
Wise, experienced judges are to be appointed by the people, in every town, and are expected to be righteous. The justice they seek is the justice required by God. The Israelites are forbidden from setting up pillars and other graven images, because God HATES them. God also detests blemished and imperfect offerings (e.g. sick oxen). …
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