Good day to you all.
Today we remember one of the pillars of the early Church.
Leo was one of the outstanding administrative leaders of the Church. He saw the Church through three major issues. One, the defense of orthodoxy against the heresies of Plagiarism and Manichaeism. Two, he dealt with a controversy with the Eastern Church. And Three, he defended Rome against the barbarian attacks.
And with all that he was involved in he was able to leave us with this thought. “We have solid ground for a common rejoicing; yet there will be more genuine and excellent reason for joy if you do not dwell on the thought of our unworthiness. It is more helpful and more suitable to turn your thoughts to study the glory of the blessed apostle Peter. We should celebrate this day above all in honor of him. He overflowed with abundant riches from the very source of all graces, yet though he alone received much, nothing was given over to him without his sharing it.
St. Leo stands before us as an example of what one man can do. It is true that we may not be called to do all that Leo did, but war are called to do what we can to build up the Kingdom of God here on earth. As Leo speaks about St. Peter, we to have been given many gifts and abilities, and these we are told to share with others in strengthening and sharing the faith we have received.
Peace and All Good,
Fr. Vinnie, osf and the
Bros and Srs of the
Franciscan House of Prayer.