Robert P. Miller, Ph.D.

Celebrating the Birth of John the Baptist

This article explains the significance of the birth and mission of John the Baptist and its connection to the birth and mission of Jesus.

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I am no Prophet nor Prophet's Son: Worship and Judgment in the Book of Amos

This article describes the historical situation and message of the Book of Amos. It functions as a warning even for us today that our worship is not isolated from the way we live.

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Christmas and the Eucharist: An Examination of Luke's Infancy Narrative

This article looks at the birth of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, examines key words and images, and unveils the deeper Eucharistic allusions.

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Communion isn't Casual: Receiving Worthily in 1 Corinthians 11:27-29

This article speaks of the necessity of receiving the Eucharist worthily based on the teaching of St. Paul in 1 Corinthians 11:27-29.

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The Birth of Corpus Christi: From Vision to Veneration

This article is a short historical explanation of the origin of the Feast of Corpus Christi. It tells of the main characters, Juliana of Leige, Pope Urban IV, and St. Thomas Aquinas and their roles in establishing the feast.

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The Presentation of Mary: Ancient Sources and Mystical Vision

This article talks about two ancient sources and one mystical vision which retell the story of the Presentation of Mary at three years old for service in the temple by her parents Anna and Joachim. It closes with lessons we can learn from this story.

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Pentecost: From Harvest to Holiness

This article explains how the feast of Pentecost was originally a Jewish harvest festival that also commemorated the giving of the Law on Mt. Sinai and how that Jewish festival took on new meaning in light of the resurrection of Christ and the giving of the Holy Spirit.

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Who was St. Paul....and Why would God Choose Him?

This article speaks about St. Paul's background and addresses the question of why God would choose Paul to be his missionary, and why he would ultimately choose us.

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The Altar of Sacrifice: Its Origin and Significance

This article explains the origin, significance, and the meaning of the altars present in Catholic churches. It begins with its Jewish roots and explains the symbolic meanings understood by Catholics today.

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The Eucharist and Its Sacrificial Nature

This article provides an understanding into the background of the Eucharist as sacrifice. It explains the nature of sacrifice as practiced in the Old Testament and how Jesus is the fulfillment of all sacrifices.

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If Christ Has Not Been Raised

This article is a reflection on St. Paul's words from 1 Corinthians 15:14. It maintains that the resurrection is the foundation of our faith and that this basic message needs to be heard today.

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