Fr. Robert Altier
Spiritual Director and CPO Board Member
Fr. Robert J. Altier was ordained to the Priesthood in 1989 for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis and is presently serving at Holy Trinity and St. Augustine in South St. Paul. Fr. Altier has lectured throughout the Twin Cities and is best known for his series on the Fundamentals of Catholicism which was also aired on EWTN and is currently being shown on eight networks around America. Father authored an examination of conscience that is published by Leaflet Missal Company. He authored the book God’s Plan for Your Marriage which was published by Sophia Institute Press in 2022. Fr. Altier has been a member of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites for 41 years Fr. Altier is also the Spiritual Director and a board member of Catholic Parents Online.
The Feast of the Holy Souls
Brief review: This homily explores the Catholic understanding of Purgatory, framing it not as a place of fear, but as a merciful state of purification for souls destined for Heaven who are not yet spiritually perfect. The speaker emphasizes that because those in Purgatory cannot earn further merit, the prayers and sacrifices of the living are essential in helping them reach eternal union with God. Additionally, the talk clarifies that belief in Purgatory is an infallible church teaching, encourages the faithful to pray for the dying and the departed, and provides guidance on how to obtain plenary indulgences to assist the souls in their journey to Heaven.
Gain an Indulgence for the Souls in Purgatory
Brief review: This homily by Father Robert Altier explains that Purgatory is a profound expression of God's mercy, providing a place of purification for those who are not yet spiritually perfect. He emphasizes that the most significant act of charity is praying for the faithful departed, noting that during the first eight days of November, the faithful can gain a plenary indulgence for these souls by visiting or thinking about a cemetery and reciting the Eternal Rest prayer. Father Altier encourages the congregation to strive for sainthood and spiritual perfection rather than aiming for the minimum threshold of salvation, reminding them that while they can assist souls in Purgatory in their journey to Heaven, they must also maintain their own state of grace through Confession and Holy Communion to fully attain the indulgence.
November's Featured Videos
BEAUTY, TRUTH, AND GOODNESS SERIES:
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CATHOLICISM
A comprehensive presentation and explanation of the basic elements of the Catholic Faith to teach and guide Catholics so they can know and love the fullness of truth as revealed by God and taught by the Church.
In these 60 half-hour lectures, Father Robert Altier presents and explains the truth of the Catholic Faith in all its beauty.
