Saint of the Day
Mar. 28 Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent, Weekday
Today we have another ancient beautiful Lenten lesson. The division between Jesus and His enemies becomes more critical, more sharp. There are references in both readings to “being lifted up.”… Read More
Mar. 27 Monday of the Fifth Week of Lent, Weekday
Today we begin the fifth and final full week of Lent. In previous times the crosses and statues in church were veiled at this time to indicate Passion Time. Now… Read More
Mar. 26 Fifth Sunday of Lent, Sunday
‘Out of the depths I call to you O Lord: Lord hear my cry. Listen attentively to the sound of my pleading!’ (Ps 129:1-2). In this, the fifth Sunday of… Read More
Mar. 25 Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, Solemnity
Again Lent’s austerity is interrupted as we solemnly keep a feast in honor of the Annunciation. The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord is a mystery that belongs to… Read More
Mar. 24 Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, Weekday
The hostility of the enemies of Jesus becomes increasingly clear, and the agitation around His person continues with greater intensity; but He awaits His “hour.” Satan and the forces of… Read More
Mar. 23 Thursday of the Fourth Week of Lent; Optional Memorial of St. Turibius of Mogrovejo, Bishop, Opt. Mem.
More than any other Gospel, John gives us an insight into the suffering soul of Jesus. Today we have the “Moses Mass.” In it both readings speak of that great… Read More
Mar. 22 Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent , Weekday
The first reading from Isaiah represents one of the most striking passages of the Bible that affirms the love of God for his people. It was a message of consolation… Read More
Mar. 21 Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Lent, Weekday
The mercy of God is not an invitation to sin. He may forgive us and take away the punishment due to sin. But let us not take it as an… Read More
Mar. 20 Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Solemnity
The Solemnity of St. Joseph is usually celebrated on March 19, but has been transferred to March 20 since the liturgy of the Lenten Sundays take precedence. Read More
Mar. 19 Fourth Sunday of Lent, Sunday
Today is the halfway mark of the Sundays of Lent. This Sunday is known as Laetare Sunday for the first word of the Introit or Entrance Antiphon laetare (rejoice); it… Read More
Oct. 26 Wednesday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday
Gospel Verse, Cf. 2 Thes 2:14: God has called us through the Gospel to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Roman Martyrology commemorates today St. Fulk of… Read More
Oct. 25 Tuesday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday
Gospel Verse, Cf. Mt 11:25: Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom.Today in Wales is the feast… Read More
Oct. 24 Monday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time; Optional Memorial of St. Anthony Claret, Bishop, Opt. Mem.
Gospel Verse, Jn 17:13:10-17: Your word, O Lord, is truth; consecrate us in the truth.Today the Church celebrates the Optional Memorial of St. Anthony Claret (1807-1870), bishop, the founder of… Read More
Oct. 23 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Sunday
Entrance Antiphon, Cf. Ps 105 (104):3-4: Let the hearts that seek the Lord rejoice; turn to the Lord and his strength; constantly seek his face. Gospel Verse, Year C, 2… Read More
Oct. 22 Saturday of the Twenty-Ninth Week in Ordinary Time; Optional Memorial of St. John Paul II, Pope, Opt. Mem.
Propers for St. John Paul II: Entrance Antiphon: The Lord chose him for himself as high priest, and, opening his treasure house, made him rich in all good things.Gospel Verse,… Read More
Oct. 21 Friday of the Twenty-Ninth Week in Ordinary Time, Weekday
Gospel Verse, Cf. Mt 11:25: Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth; you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the Kingdom. Today the Roman Martyrology includes: Read More
Oct. 20 Thursday of the Twenty-Ninth Week in Ordinary Time; Optional Memorial of St. Paul of the Cross, Priest (USA), Opt. Mem.
Entrance Antiphon, Cf. 1 Cor 2:2: I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except for Jesus Christ, and him crucified.Communion Antiphon, 1 Cor 1:23-24: We proclaim Christ… Read More
Oct. 19 Memorial of Sts. John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues, Priests, and Companions, Martyrs (USA), Memorial
Entrance Antiphon, Cf. Gal 6:14; 1 Cor 1:18: May we never boast, except in the Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. For the word of the Cross is the power… Read More
Oct. 18 Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist, Feast
Entrance Antiphon, Is 52:7:How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings glad tidings of peace, bearing good news, announcing salvation! Gospel Verse, Cf. Jn 15:16:I chose… Read More
