FBP 990 - Jesus Invites Us

Written By William Holtzinger

Pope Benedict XVI - Inaugural Mass (April 24, 2005)

Episode 990 (10:54)

In this episode: Fr. Dominic preaches; We like to complain; Jesus is inviting us into a relationship with him; Pope Benedict XVI: “are we not afraid that He might take something away from us? No! If we let Christ into our lives, we lose nothing, nothing, absolutely nothing of what makes life free, beautiful and great. No! Only in this friendship are the doors of life opened wide… Do not be afraid of Christ! He takes nothing away, and he gives you everything…”

FBP 990 - Jesus Invites Us
FR. William Holtzinger
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William Holtzinger

I am a Catholic priest, ordained in 2000 for the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon.

https://frbill@frbill.org
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