Episode 3079: The Spirit of Truth Shall Come - Morning Episode

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Book Recommendation of the Day
"The Life of St. Felix of Cantalice, Capuchin Lay Brother"
By: Fr. Candide Chalippe, O.F.M. Cap. (Originally in French, often translated into English)
• Description: This is the most comprehensive traditional biography. It details St. Felix’s life of penance, his love for the poor, miracles, and his tireless work as a beggar for the Capuchins in Rome.
• Tone: Devotional and edifying, written in a classic 18th–19th century Catholic style.
Before we get started in this episode I want to discuss, restoring all things in Christ: A Call to Action, Not Despair.
In the midst of crisis and confusion within the Catholic Church, it is easy to fall into discouragement. We see irreverence at Mass, lukewarm preaching, watered-down catechesis, and a general loss of reverence for the sacred. Many have abandoned the faith family members, friends, even clergy. But as Catholics formed in Tradition, we must remember this vital truth: God is not done with His Church.
Yes, there is decay. But there is also renewal, quiet and powerful, like the mustard seed Our Lord spoke of. Around the world, Traditional Latin Mass communities are growing. Young people are rediscovering reverence, fasting, confession, and the writings of the saints. The voices of Church Fathers and Doctors like St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Augustine, and St. John Chrysostom are rising again in seminaries and study groups. Homeschooling families are teaching their children not just math and science but the truths of the Faith, the Baltimore Catechism, the Holy Rosary, and the lives of the saints.
We must not merely admire this restoration from afar we are called to be part of it. The great Pope St. Pius X declared: “To restore all things in Christ.” That was not just a papal motto. It is a command to each of us. Restoration begins in our homes, in our hearts, in the formation of our children, and in our commitment to holiness and sacrifice.
This is not the time for passivity or pessimism. If we do not labor for Christ the King, then we become mere bystanders or worse, obstacles. If you do not wish to help in the battle for truth and Tradition, then step aside. Do not become a stumbling block for those who seek to pass on the faith whole and entire, uncorrupted by modern errors and worldly ideologies. The Church needs soldiers not spectators. And our children deserve clarity not confusion.
This is the time to gather the lost. Bring back your fallen-away family members and friends. Speak the truth in love. Offer sacrifices and pray unceasingly. Be bold. Our Lord did not ask us to "blend in" He asked us to take up our cross and follow Him. If we build strong Catholic homes rooted in prayer, penance, the Traditional Mass, and true catechesis, we will raise up a new army for Christ the King.
Let us stop fixating only on the darkness. Instead, be the light. Be the hands that rebuild. Be the voice that instructs. Be the heart that loves without compromise.
Yes, it is late. Yes, the battle is fierce. But remember: Victory is certain because Christ has already won it. He only asks that we fight faithfully, under the banner of Tradition, with courage, love, and trust.
So rise up, Catholic soul. The Church will be glorious again. Not through programs, not through compromise but through the faithful who cling to the Cross, the Catechism, and the Most Holy Eucharist.
“If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31)
The Spirit of Truth Shall Come
Today we dive deep into the timeless wisdom of Holy Mother Church. Today is Sunday, May 18, 2025, and according to the St. Andrew Daily Missal of 1945, we are celebrating the Fourth Sunday After Easter in the Traditional Latin Rite. As the joy of Easter continues, the Church invites us today to reflect on Christ's promise to send the Holy Ghost, the Spirit of Truth.
Epistle Reading St. James (1:17–21)
"Dearly beloved, every best gift, and every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no change, nor shadow of alteration. For of his own will hath he begotten us by the word of truth, that we might be some beginning of his creatures. You know, my dearest brethren. And let every man be swift to hear, but slow to speak, and slow to anger. For the anger of man worketh not the justice of God. Wherefore, casting away all uncleanness and abundance of naughtiness, with meekness receive the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls."

Gospel Reading
From the Holy Gospel According to St. John (16:5–14)
"At that time, Jesus said to His disciples: I go to Him that sent Me: and none of you asketh Me: Whither goest Thou? But because I have spoken these things to you, sorrow hath filled your heart. But I tell you the truth: it is expedient to you that I go; for if I go not, the Paraclete will not come to you: but if I go, I will send Him to you. And when He is come, He will convince the world of sin, and of justice, and of judgment. Of sin, because they believed not in Me: And of justice, because I go to the Father, and you shall see Me no longer: And of judgment, because the prince of this world is already judged. I have yet many things to say to you: but you cannot bear them now. But when He, the Spirit of truth, is come, He will teach you all truth. For He shall not speak of Himself: but what things soever He shall hear, He shall speak; and the things that are to come, He shall show you. He shall glorify Me: because He shall receive of Mine and shall show it to you."

Theme of the Day: The Coming of the Spirit of Truth
In today’s Gospel, Our Lord prepares His disciples for the coming of the Holy Ghost, whom He calls the Paraclete our Advocate, Comforter, and Teacher. Christ’s words are filled with both sorrow and promise. The sorrow is temporary, the fruit of His departure; the promise is eternal the gift of the Spirit of Truth, who will guide the faithful and convict the world.
As St. Augustine says:
"The Holy Spirit proceeds from the Father and the Son and brings peace and unity into the souls He dwells within."
This Spirit does not bring novelty, but confirmation of Divine Truth. As the world becomes more confused and relativistic, the Church reminds us today that Truth is not subjective it is a Person: Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost speaks only what He receives from Christ.
St. Thomas Aquinas beautifully states:
“Truth is the conformity of the intellect to reality. The Holy Ghost brings the soul into perfect conformity with God.”

Saints Commemorated on May 18
1. St. Venantius: A 15-year-old martyr from Camerino, Italy (c. 250 A.D.), who suffered greatly for the Faith under Decius. His youthful zeal and unflinching courage are a powerful witness, especially for young Catholics in today's morally hostile world.
2. St. Felix of Cantalice: A Capuchin friar (†1587), known for his deep humility, joyful spirit, and devotion to Our Lady. He was the first Capuchin to be canonized and a dear friend of St. Philip Neri.
3. St. Eric of Sweden – A king and martyr (†1160), murdered while attending Holy Mass. He is remembered for his piety, his efforts to establish Christianity in Sweden, and his defense of the Church.
Each of these saints teaches us something unique:
• Venantius: the strength of youthful martyrdom
• Felix: the joy of humble religious life
• Eric: the nobility of Christian kingship and martyrdom in defense of the Faith

Traditional Catholic Reflection
We are reminded today that the Holy Ghost is not some abstract force, but the Third Person of the Blessed Trinity, who brings clarity to our intellect, strength to our will, and consolation to our hearts.
In a world where sin is no longer called sin, and where injustice is praised, the Spirit comes to convict and correct. Christ tells us today:
“He will convince the world of sin, and of justice, and of judgment.”
It is not enough to know truth we must live it and be docile to the Holy Spirit’s inspirations, especially in these troubled times when doctrine is diluted and moral courage is rare even within the hierarchy.
Concluding Prayer
"Come, O Holy Ghost, fill the hearts of Thy faithful and enkindle in them the fire of Thy love. Send forth Thy Spirit and they shall be created, and Thou shalt renew the face of the earth." Through Christ Our Lord. Amen.
St. Venantius, pray for us.
St. Felix of Cantalice, pray for us.
St. Eric of Sweden, pray for us.
Our Lady, Spouse of the Holy Spirit, pray for us.

Thank you for joining me today as we journeyed through the readings and themes of this beautiful Sunday in the Easter season. Stay faithful, stay rooted in Tradition, and remember the Holy Ghost is our guide, our comfort, and our defense. Until next time, God bless you and Mary keep you.