Sav's Sunday Post

[Savoia]

"There is a path less travelled which is often difficult and sometimes lonely; so too is the path that leads to eternal life."
— Frate Sebastiano


Chiesa della Madonna del Soccorso, Montalcino, Toscana

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madonn...so,_Montalcino

[Savoia]

"Sometimes it seems as if we are surrounded by a sea of fog comprised of contrary circumstances, difficulties and challenges, for such can be the weather of this life. But there is good news in that with Christ it matters not what we see, but rather what we believe, for when our trust is in Him, He will make a way, and the way He makes will not fail." — Brother Giacomo


Chiesa San Biagio, Montepulciano, Toscana

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Biagio,_Montepulciano

[Savoia]

'Imagine, for just a moment, that the Bible is true. Now imagine standing before God at the end of your life having never entered into relationship with Him and with no way of amending your past. I suggest that you don't allow it to come to that, but that you embrace God's own advice spoken through the prophet Isaiah when He said "Seek me while I may be found and call upon me while I am yet near." I humbly submit that this is the wisest decision you will ever make.' — Frate Sebastiano

Church of Saint Clement and Panteleimon, Plaošnik, Macedonia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Church...nd_Panteleimon

[Savoia]

"Christ teaches that judgement will come to every man, and that on that day He will separate us as a shepherd separates his sheep from the goats. The truly wise man will do everything to ensure that he is counted among God's sheep." — Frate Sebastiano


Búðir Church in Staðarsveit, Iceland

https://www.icelandaurora.com/phototours/budir/

[Savoia]

"The Son of God became a man so that men may become sons of God." — CS Lewis


All Saints Church in Crowfield, Suffolk, England

http://www.suffolkchurches.co.uk/crowfield.htm

[Savoia]

"God gave us freewill, including the freedom to reject Him, which many in ignorance and apathy, sadly do. But I encourage you to be among the few who make the journey to discover whether He really is who the Scriptures declare Him to be. Why you might ask? Well, that is easy to answer; because when you discover Him, you will have found the One loves you like no other." — Brother Giacomo


St. Coloman's Church, in Schwangu, Bavaria (Photo by Emanuel Dragoi)

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Coloman_(Schwangau)

[Savoia]

"Jesus declared Himself to be the truth; and all my research, discovery and experience of Him attests that this is precisely so."
— Frate Sebastiano


Christian shrine in Kefalonia (Photo by Panagiotis Papadopoulos)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cephalonia

[Savoia]

'Jesus said, "Whoever hears these teachings of mine and does them, is like a wise man who built his house upon the rock. When the rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew, his house did not fall, for it was founded upon the rock." And I encourage you to do likewise and to build your life upon the solid rock who is Jesus Christ.' — Brother Giacomo


Meteora Monastery in Thessaly, Greece (Photo by Ron Harbin)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meteora

[Savoia]

"Our Lord Jesus Christ is the refuge in the storm for all who will believe in Him." — Frate Sebastiano

[Savoia]

"There is a peace which comes from living in daily relationship with God, and which He willingly bestows upon those whose hearts are open to Him." — Brother Giacomo


Church in Splitska, Brač Island, Croatia (Photo by Aleksandar Gospić)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Splitska

[Savoia]

"Biblical love is no mere feeling of affection, but a sustained commitment towards the well-being and ultimate good of another."
— CS Lewis


Chiesa di San Giorgio, Castello-Molina di Fiemme, Trentino

Chiesa di San Giorgio

[Savoia]

'Heaven on earth; what would that look like? I suggest the answer can be found in the teachings of Christ who when asked which was the greatest commandment replied, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all your mind, and you shall love your neighbour as yourself."' — Frate Sebastiano


La Chiesa di San Viglio, Colfosco, Badia, Italia (Photo by Lucie Debelkova)

https://www.altabadia.org/en/info/pa...-colfosco.html

[Savoia]

"If you desire to experience change for the better, then you must invest in actions which have the potential to cause such change. I recommend pursuing discovery of the existence of God, because among other things, finding Him in this life is your passport to the next." — Brother Giacomo


Summit Cross on Mont Julioz, Le Châtelard, Savoie (Photo by Guilhem Vellut)

https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mont_Julioz

[Savoia]

"There is a way forward in every situation and circumstance of life, no matter how challenging; and if you invite Christ to lead you in that way, then you will have taken a step in the right direction." — Frate Luca Santamaria


La Chiesa di Santa Lucia, Colle Santa Lucia, Belluno, Italia

La Chiesa di Santa Lucia

[Savoia]

"The seasons of our life are ever-changing, much like the world around us, and one can fairly say that some seasons are more challenging than others. Today, the God who gave you breath, wants you know that you may invite Him to accompany you through these seasons, and I encourage you to consider this offer, because inviting God to be a part of your life, changes everything."
— Frate Giacomo


Church in Maine

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maine

[Savoia]

"Many marvel at the wonders of nature, and these testify of a Creator, of which we are His signature." — Frate Sebastiano


Maria Gern Chapel, Berchtesgaden, Bavaria (Photo by Gregor Thelen)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Berchtesgaden

[Savoia]

"You may say, 'But I have lived my life without God, why should I turn to Him now, and what if He doesn't accept me?' and to which I would reply: Do not be a stubborn mule, but rather be humble and open your heart towards God, because the day is coming for each of us, when we will have need of Him. Regarding His acceptance of you, this was resolved some two-thousand years ago upon the cross of Calvary." — Frate Giacomo


Cross near Grossglockner mountain in Austria

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grossglockner

http://www.classichistory.net/archives/summit-crosses

[Savoia]

"Each of us have chosen to follow a particular path when it comes to our beliefs, and each of us will one day encounter that which awaits us at the end of this path. My question is, are you aware of what awaits you at the end of yours?" — Frate Luca Santamaria


The Church of St. George in Rodern, Haut-Rhin, France

Eglise Saint-Georges

[Savoia]

"In times of war, it is often observed that the sins to which we cling, and which prevent us from knowing God, give way to the stark reality of our circumstances and we suddenly find ourselves knocking on heaven's gates through prayer. The good news is that even though we are undeserving, God is faithful and will answer, and this He does because of His incredible love for us." — Frate Sebastiano


Chiesa della Visitazione della Beata Maria Vergine, Trafoi, Stelvio, Italia
Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Trafoi, Stelvio, Italy

Cappella Visitazione

[Savoia]

"Which is better; to sacrifice a little in this life to live as God desires, or to ignore Him, live as we please, and lose everything for eternity? You decide." — Frate Giacomo


Mountain church in Savoie

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Savoie

[Savoia]

"When you connect yourself to God, you are connecting yourself to the One who has seen the solution to every trial in your life long before they ever emerged, for His perspective is truly unlimited." — Frate Sebastiano


Cille Choirill Church, in Glen Spean, Scotland

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cille_Choirill

A Song for Sunday

[Savoia]

"God created us with free will. My question is, do we employ this wisely by seeking to discover the One who gave us this free will, or do we squander it on self-interest and the trivialities of life?" — Frate Luca Santamaria


Chiesa in Parco Naturale Puez-Odle, Italia
Chapel in Puez-Odle Nature Park, Italy

https://www.suedtirolerland.it/en/hi...rol/puez-odle/

[Savoia]

"The God who created the oceans and all within them, sits on the edge of His throne waiting to see if you will take the first step in the journey of discovery which leads to Him. The clues to His design and creation of this world are as abundant are they are unequivocal." — Frate Giacomo


Panagia Portaitissa Church on Astypalea Island in Greece (Photo by Roman Kubacka)

https://astypalaia-island.gr/sights/...er-of-the-gate

[Savoia]

"True beauty comes from a life which is yielded to God, and that same life will, by the grace of God, bring life to others."
— Frate Sebastiano


The Church of St. Mary on Lake Bled in Slovenia (Photo by Manuel Thaler)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Bled

[Savoia]

"Even a cursory reading of history reveals that this world was forever changed following the birth of Christ, indeed every year since His nativity has been numbered so. The same is true of those in whom He is born, we will never be the same, it will be a new beginning, a fresh start, the best start! Each day God invites us to welcome His Son to dwell in our hearts, so that through Him we may have fellowship with our Father and Creator." — Frate Giacomo


Duomo di Firenze / Florence Cathedral

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Florence_Cathedral

[Savoia]

"New beginnings are possible every day, if we are willing to face the greatest challenge of all — ourselves. And if we do this, then God if invited, will help us achieve the seemingly impossible." — Frate Luca Santamaria


The Church of St. Thomas in Gorenji Vrsnik, Slovenia (Photo by Ikar Ikarus)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorenji_Vrsnik

[Savoia]

"Time waits for no man, so the saying goes, but there is a God who is able to restore that which has been lost, including time. In fact, it is one of the promises He makes to those who trust in Him." — Frate Sebastiano


Lilla Isie Kyrka, in Söderslätt, Skåne, Sweden (Photo by Susanne Nilsson)

https://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilla_Isie_kyrka

[Savoia]

"God possesses innumerable phenomenal qualities, one of them being His tendency to deliver those who love Him from seemingly hopeless circumstances. I urge you today to give God the chance to prove Himself to you, that your heart may be filled with the joy which comes from being so cherished by Him." — Frate Giacomo


Cappella di San Maurizio, Gardena Pass, Alto Adige, Italia (Photo by Lucie Debelkova)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gardena_Pass

[Savoia]

'God is ready to provide a refuge for those contending with the wounds of this life. He Himself is that refuge, much as a bird gathers its chicks beneath its wings. Rightly therefore did the psalmist say, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble."'
— Frate Luca Santamaria


New Jerusalem Monastery, in Istra, Russia (Photo by Lena Rostunova)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Jerusalem_Monastery

[Savoia]

"Many invest their faith in that which they believe to be true, which is understandable; but when it comes to matters of eternity, our faith should be tested in order to determine if what we believe is in fact true." — Frate Sebastiano


St. Coloman's Church in Schwangau, Bavaria (Photo by Torsten Funke)

https://religiana.com/st-colomans-church