ARTICLES OF BIBLICAL CONTENT
“Mary and Scripture” (Midwest Theological Forum Address, Fourth Annual Seminar, April 11-13, 1988, 6 pp). Analysis of key Marian texts in the Old and New Testaments, in the light of subsequent Magisterial teachings, particularly those of Pope John Paul II in his encyclical Mother of the Redeemer (1987)
“The Gospel Truth” (Scepter Booklet #178, Scepter Publishers, New York, 1989, 28pp). Critical study of the Sola Scriptura question as well as the influence of the “formegeschichte” school on modern biblical scholarship. The booklet emphasizes the need to read the Gospels within the context of the living tradition of the Church.
“Sound Doctrine and the Dawn of Magisterium” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, April 1997, 6pp). Study of the expression for sound doctrine (Gr. Ougainousei didaskalia) in the pastoral letters to Timothy and Titus. Emphasizes the reality of spoken traditions in early Christianity, along with the intrinsic connection between Christian catechesis and a good moral life.
“Homily Guide” (Midwest Theological Forum, Chicago, IL, 1999, 28 pp). A practical help for clergy in preparing homilies or talks. Provides leading ideas that connect Scripture readings for all Sundays and Feasts of the Liturgical Year with pertinent quotes from the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
“The Mystery of Actualization in the Bible” (in Lay Witness, October 2000, vol. 21, n.8, 4 pp). Recapturing the original message of Scripture and bringing it to the present: the unique and indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in this process. The example of Psalm 118:22-23 and other texts.
“Brown’s Birth of the Messiah Revisited” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, February 2001, 8pp) A critical review of Father Brown’s 1977 book. The article questions some of its basic assumptions about the historicity and meaning of the Matthaean and Lucan infancy narratives, especially those derived from an overly narrow application of the historical critical method.
“The Rejected Stone and the Living Stones” (Journal Letter and Spirit, vol.IV, Temple and Contemplation, Saint Paul Center for Biblical Theology, 2008, 8pp) Based on Father Giesler’s earlier published book , the article examines Psalm 118:22-23 in the light of New Testament Christology and Ecclesiology, especially with reference to the Kingdom and Temple prophecies of Hebrew Scripture.
OTHER ARTICLES OF A MORAL OR SPIRITUAL NATURE
“Opus Dei and the Sanctification of Daily Work” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, February, 1988, 6pp). A description of the Catholic Prelature Opus Dei, and its contribution to the Church and humanity in the twentieth century. Includes a commentary on the meaning of work as presented in the first chapters of Genesis.
“The Law Within” (in This Rock, magazine of Catholic apologetics and evangelization, San Diego, January 1991, 6pp). A brief review of the classical concept of the natural law in philosophy and theology, with practical applications to contemporary life in the U.S. The twin dangers of relativism and individualism are examined, particularly in relation to issues of the family and home.
“Teaching and Preaching about Chastity” (The Priest Magazine, by Our Sunday Visitor, July 1991, Huntington IN 6 pp). Practical advice for priests on how to appreciate and live chastity better in their own vocation, and how to encourage and guide the faithful—through effective preaching and spiritual direction—towards living this essential virtue within their state of life.
“The Roots of Christian Optimism” (The Catholic Answer, by Our Sunday Visitor, March-April 1994, Huntington IN, 7pp). An essay on the profound and continuing effect of the Incarnation in history, and on people’s personal lives and attitudes. The true meaning of Christian joy and hopefulness.
“The Mystery of Co-Redemption” (The Catholic Answer, by Our Sunday Visitor, March/April 1995 Huntington IN 6pp). The ability to co-redeem is founded on union with Christ the only Redeemer—through the sacraments, personal prayer, and sacrifice. The value of suffering because of its ability to transform human lives and society. (Currently unavailable)
“Purity as a Joyful Affirmation” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, January 2001, 4 pp). A sample homily for priests that speaks of the greatness and importance of holy purity, along with the most common sins and faults against it. The homily encourages the faithful to struggle sincerely and confidently to practice this virtue better, and to experience it as a true affirmation of love for God and others.
“The Enduring Value of Corporal Mortification” (The Catholic Social Science Review #10, 2005, 23 pp). Peer review study of the evidence from Sacred Scripture and the history of the Church on the importance of self-denial…in order to become more like Christ, and to bring redemption to the world. Specifically addresses misconceptions about corporal mortification, especially in the light of the errors in the novel DaVinci Code (2003), and cites many examples of bodily penance in the lives of saints throughout the centuries.
“The Enduring Value of Corporal Mortification” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, July 2005, 9pp). An abbreviated version of the Catholic Social Science Review article cited above, with the appropriate permissions.
“How the first Christians changed the world (and what we can learn from them)” (This Rock, magazine of Catholic Apologetics and Evangelization, October 2008, 6pp). An overview of the lives of the early followers of Christ, and how they transformed pagan society. Presents specific examples of their love for the Eucharist, mutual charity and family life, divine filiation, and joy.
“Celibacy in the First Two Centuries” (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, January 2009, 6pp). A study of how celibacy was lived by the early Christians, not only by ordained clergy, but by the lay faithful of both sexes in their desire to imitate Christ and to spread his Kingdom. Contains references to key testimonies from writers of both apostolic and post-apostolic times.
“Contracepting America: the Real War against Women” (An article posted online at mercatornet.com June 12, 2012, 2 pages). How contraceptive practices have hurt women, both physically and psychologically, despite claims to the contrary by the secular media and other popular sources.
“The Body’s Forgotten Ally: A brief defense of corporal mortification” (Crisis Magazine, 2005, 3 pp). A practical listing of the advantages of personal mortification from a physical, psychological, and spiritual point of view. Includes an apologetic against the relativism and softness of modern society, in contrast with the strength and heroism of authentic Christian witnesses, both in more recent and remote historical times.
Five Homilies for the Four Sundays of August and the Feast of the Assumption (Homiletic and Pastoral Review, August 2019). All five homilies, written for use by Catholic priests, are based upon the readings or Gospel of the day; they begin with a biblical commentary followed by encouraging advice and exhortation for the moral and spiritual good of their congregations.
Five Articles on the Mystery of Co-redemption (St. Louis Review, Archdiocesan weekly newspaper, January-February, 2019) The power of co-redemption (Jan 14-20); Christ’s redemption gives fullness to human existence (Jan. 21-27); The blood of the Redeemer (Jan. 28-Feb.3); Co-redemptive Families (Feb. 4-10); The new human race and the Eucharist (Feb.11-17)
AUDIO MATERIALS
The One True Church (Five cassettes based on a course given in St. Louis in January of 1992). Later the topic was presented in an EWTN television program, hosted by Mother Angelica. Producer R.B. Media, Springfield, IL.
The Encyclical Veritatis Splendor (Four cassettes based on St. John Paul II’s document in a course given in St. Louis in January, 1994). Producer: R.B. Media, Springfield, IL.
The Law Within (A reflection on the Natural Law recorded on a CD from Catholic Answers Live, October 2007).
Radio Series
Six half-hour early morning broadcasts on WIBV (AM station in Belleville IL-Saint Louis area) in November and December of 1993. The title of the series was Oneness in Christ, for the benefit of commuters, with six reflections on the meaning of a Christian’s life in the middle of the world. The series concluded with ideas for preparing for Christmas in a spiritual way.
JOURNAL ARTICLES (In Spanish)
“Estudios sobre la donación de Dios en el Antiguo Testamento” (Scripta Theológica, vol.V, fasc.2 University of Navarre, December 1972, 14 pp). Comparative analysis of three doctoral dissertations on the Hebrew verb Natan (to give), and its meaning in various passages of the Torah and other books of Hebrew Scripture.
“El Saldo de una Deuda” (in the magazine Nuestro Tiempo, December 1978, Pamplona, Spain, 17 pp). Commentary on ethical trends in the United States at that time, especially related to educational and family issues.
“La Teología y el Evangelio de Cristo según E.L. Mascall” (Scripta Theologica, vol.XII, fasc.2, University of Navarre, May/August, 1980, 17pp). Critical study and commentary on Anglican Scholar Mascall’s 1978 book of the above title.
