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  • The Most Holy Trinity—Solemnity

    The Most Holy Trinity—Solemnity
    Jun 11 2025
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    The Most Holy Trinity—Solemnity
    First Sunday after Pentecost

    Liturgical Color: White

    Quote:
    “Father,” “Son,” “Holy Spirit” are not simply names designating modalities of the divine being, for they are really distinct from one another: “He is not the Father who is the Son, nor is the Son he who is the Father, nor is the Holy Spirit he who is the Father or the Son” (Council of Toledo XI (675)). They are distinct from one another in their relations of origin: “It is the Father who generates, the Son who is begotten, and the Holy Spirit who proceeds” (Lateran Council IV (1215)). The divine Unity is Triune.~Catechism of the Catholic Church #254

    Prayer:
    Most Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—I worship You with profound love and adoration. I bow before Your greatness and perfect holiness. You are the One God in Three Persons. I give to You my life, all that I am, and all that I will be. Please take me to Yourself and do with me what You choose. I am Yours, my God. Do with me what You will so that You will be glorified in my life. Most Holy Trinity, have mercy on me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    12 mins
  • June 13- Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor—Memorial

    June 13- Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor—Memorial
    Jun 11 2024
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    June 13: Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor—Memorial

    1195–1231
    Patron Saint of amputees, animals, mail, horses, expectant mothers, fishermen, harvests, lost articles, boatmen, and travelers, as well as the elderly, oppressed, poor, and starving
    Canonized by Pope Gregory IX on 30 May 1232
    Declared the Evangelizing Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius XII in 1946
    Liturgical Color: White

    Quote:
    The man who is filled with the Holy Spirit speaks in different languages. These different languages are different ways of witnessing to Christ, such as humility, poverty, patience and obedience; we speak in those languages when we reveal in ourselves these virtues to others. Actions speak louder than words; let your words teach and your actions speak. We are full of words but empty of actions, and therefore are cursed by the Lord, since he himself cursed the fig tree when he found no fruit but only leaves. ~Sermon of Saint Anthony of Padua

    Prayer:
    Saint Anthony, you were not only drawn to a life of study and prayer, you were also humble, desiring only to glorify God and save souls. God used you in powerful ways, despite the short time you had on earth. Please pray for me, that I will devote the rest of my life to the pursuit of holiness, embracing every grace I am given for the glory of God and the salvation of souls, beginning with my own. Saint Anthony of Padua, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    Images Saint Anthony Taking the Habit of the Franciscan Order
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    12 mins
  • June 11- Saint Barnabas the Apostle—Memorial

    June 11- Saint Barnabas the Apostle—Memorial
    Jun 9 2024
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    June 11: Saint Barnabas the Apostle—Memorial

    Early First Century–c. 61
    Patron Saint of Cyprus, Antioch, and peacekeeping missions
    Invoked against hailstorms
    Pre-Congregation canonization
    Liturgical Color: Red

    Quote:
    The news about them reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to go to Antioch.When he arrived and saw the grace of God, he rejoiced and encouraged them all to remain faithful to the Lord in firmness of heart, for he was a good man, filled with the holy Spirit and faith. And a large number of people was added to the Lord. Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul, and when he had found him he brought him to Antioch. For a whole year they met with the church and taught a large number of people, and it was in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christians. ~Acts 11:22–26

    Prayer:
    Saint Barnabas, you listened to the Gospel from the mouth of Christ Himself, witnessed His miracles, and allowed His saving message to transform your life. As a result, you spent the rest of your life preaching the Good News and saving many souls. Please pray for me, that I will follow your example and dedicate my life to the mission to which I am called. Saint Barnabas, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    10 mins
  • May 20: Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church

    May 20: Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
    May 18 2024
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    Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church—Memorial
    Celebrated the Monday after Pentecost

    Liturgical Color: White

    Quote:
    Indeed, the Mother standing beneath the cross (cf. Jn 19:25), accepted her Son’s testament of love and welcomed all people in the person of the beloved disciple as sons and daughters to be reborn unto life eternal. She thus became the tender Mother of the Church which Christ begot on the cross handing on the Spirit. Christ, in turn, in the beloved disciple, chose all disciples as ministers of his love towards his Mother, entrusting her to them so that they might welcome her with filial affection. ~From the Decree of the Congregation of Divine Worship adding the Memorial of Mary, Mother of the Church to the General Roman Calendar

    Prayer:
    Most glorious Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, to you I entrust myself just as Jesus entrusted John to your care. Receive me as your spiritual child, and nurture me with your Son’s divine grace. Thank you for your “Yes” to the Father’s plan, for your life, and for your continuous “Yes” through time and eternity. May my “Yes” echo yours as I surrender fully to God’s plan. Mother Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    10 mins
  • June 9- Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor—Optional Memorial

    June 9- Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor—Optional Memorial
    Jun 7 2025
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    June 9: Saint Ephrem, Deacon and Doctor—Optional Memorial

    c. 306–373
    Patron Saint of spiritual directors and spiritual leaders
    Pre-Congregation canonization
    Declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Benedict XV in 1920
    Liturgical Color: White

    Quote:
    I, Ephrem, am dying. With fear, but also with reverence, I entreat you, citizens of Edessa, not to bury me under the altar or elsewhere in the house of God. It is not fitting that a worm teeming with corruption be buried in the temple and sanctuary of God. But lay me out in the tunic and mantle which I used and wore daily. Accompany me with psalms and prayers. I had neither pouch nor staff, neither wallet nor silver and gold; nor did I ever acquire or possess anything else earthly. Work diligently at my precepts and doctrines; as my disciples, do not fall away from the Catholic faith. With regard to the faith, be especially constant. Guard against adversaries – I mean evildoers, boasters, and tempters to sin. And may your city be blessed; for Edessa is the city and mother of the wise. ~Testament of Saint Ephrem

    Prayer:
    Saint Ephrem, you offered yourself to the service of God, and God used you as an instrument to lead many to glorify Him. Please pray for me, that I may also become an instrument of the Holy Spirit, placing all my gifts at the service of God, for His greater honor and glory. Saint Ephrem, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    11 mins
  • Pentecost Sunday—Solemnity

    Pentecost Sunday—Solemnity
    May 17 2024
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    Pentecost Sunday—Solemnity

    Liturgical Color: Red

    Quote:
    When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim. ~Acts 2:1–4

    Prayer:
    Holy Spirit, come to me and bestow upon me Your seven-fold gifts, so that I can grow closer to Christ Jesus and act more faithfully as a member of His Body. Bear good fruit in my life, and in the lives of others, so that the saving message of the Gospel will reach far and wide, drawing all people to Yourself for Your eternal praise and glory. Most Holy Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit —I love You, believe in You, and trust in You.

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    12 mins
  • June 6- Saint Norbert, Bishop—Optional Memorial

    June 6- Saint Norbert, Bishop—Optional Memorial
    Jun 4 2024
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    June 6: Saint Norbert, Bishop—Optional Memorial

    c. 1080–1134
    Patron Saint of expectant mothers and Bohemia
    Canonized by Pope Gregory XIII on July 28, 1582
    Liturgical Color: White

    Quote:
    …it happened one day that he was hastening secretly to a place called Freden. He was dressed in silk, accompanied by a single servant. While on the way a dark cloud overtook him, lightning flashed, thunder roared, and much more inconvenient, there was no house for shelter nearby. While both he and his companion were unnerved, suddenly the terrifying sound and sight of a thunderbolt struck the ground, opening it to the depth of a man’s height. From here steamed forth a putrid stench which fouled him and his garments. Struck from his horse he thought he heard a voice denouncing him. Returning to his senses and now repentant he reflected on the words of the Psalmist: “Turn from evil and do good.” Thus motivated, he returned home…put on a hair shirt beneath his outer garments…went to the monastery of Siegburg and there…he advanced in fear and love of the Lord. ~Vita of Saint Norbert

    Prayer:
    Saint Norbert, you discovered that a worldly life, one that seeks only selfish goals, is empty. Once God spoke to your heart, calling you close to Himself, you listened and responded. Please pray for me, that I will become keenly aware of God’s will in my life and will respond with total generosity and zeal. Saint Norbert, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    12 mins
  • June 5- Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr—Memorial

    June 5- Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr—Memorial
    Jun 3 2024
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    June 5: Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr—Memorial

    c. 675–754
    Patron Saint of Great Germania
    Pre-Congregation canonization
    Liturgical Color: Red

    Quote:
    Gregory, the servant of the servants of God, to Boniface, a holy priest: Your holy purpose, as it has been explained to us, and your well-tried faith lead us to make use of your services in spreading the Gospel, which by the grace of God has been committed to our care. Knowing that from your childhood you have been a student of Sacred Scripture and that you now wish to use the talent entrusted to you by God in dedicating yourself to missionary work, we rejoice in your faith and desire to have you as our colleague in this enterprise. Wherefore., since you have humbly submitted to us your plans regarding this mission,…in the name of the indivisible Trinity and by the authority of Saint Peter, Prince of the Apostles…we now place your humble and devout work upon a secure basis and decree that you go forth to preach the Word of God to those people who are still bound by the shackles of paganism. ~Letter from Pope Gregory III to Saint Boniface

    Prayer:
    Saint Boniface, you heard God calling you as a youth and responded with zeal. You continued to respond to His will for the rest of your life. Through that holy obedience and service, the gift of eternal salvation was bestowed upon many. Please pray for me, that I may have the courage and zeal that you had, so that I will never hesitate to say “Yes” to the will of God. Saint Boniface and companions, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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    12 mins
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