January 17, 2021
Turn to Mary when Satan appears to have the upper hand
Pope Benedict XVI pointed out how the book of Genesis reminds us to turn to Mary in our times of need. When the world is in disarray and it…
January 17, 2021
The churches around the world named for St. Joseph
Parishes have often invoked the patronage of the Patron of the Universal Church. In this 150th anniversary year of Blessed Pope Pius IX’s declaration of St. Joseph as Patron…
January 17, 2021
Saint of the Day: St. Anthony of Egypt
Father of Western Monasticism. Abbot (ca. 201-306) His life + Anthony was born in Upper Egypt. After the death of his parents, he divided up his inheritance and possessions…
January 17, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (SUNDAY, JANUARY 17)
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Prayer for the Morning Now is the hour to wake from sleep: come, let us adore. Glory to the Father, and to the…
January 17, 2021
DAILY MEDITATION (SATURDAY, JANUARY 16)
MEDITATION OF THE DAY Mary’s Compassion for Sinners The kingdom of mercy would be of no use if there were none who needed mercy; because it would be a…
January 16, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS EVENING (SATURDAY, JANUARY 16)
Prayer for the Evening Vigil of the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Christ is our Lord and Teacher: come, let us adore! Glory to the Father, and…
January 16, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (SATURDAY, JANUARY 16)
Blessed Virgin Mary Prayer for the Morning Through our Blessed Mother Mary, we poor banished children of Eve entrust ourselves to you, O Lord. Glory to the Father….…
January 16, 2021
Traces of miracles remain at the birthplace of St. Rita of Cascia
Pilgrims visiting the Umbrian hill town can follow the spiritual journey of Saint of the Impossible. Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as…
January 15, 2021
St. John Paul II’s formula for defeating evil in the world
He firmly believed that evil and violence in the world could only be defeated with goodness. It is tempting to “fight fire with fire,” especially when dealing with violence…
January 15, 2021
DAILY MEDITATION (FRIDAY, JANUARY 15)
MEDITATION OF THE DAY “Your sins are forgiven; rise and walk” We believe in the remission of sins. Holy baptism completely destroys all sins, both original and personal: things…
January 15, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS EVENING (FRIDAY, JANUARY 15)
Prayer for the Evening Jesus Christ is the source of life: come, let us adore him! Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy…
January 15, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS MORNING (FRIDAY, JANUARY 15)
Prayer for the Morning The Lord accepts our prayer: come, let us adore! Glory to the Father…. Alleluia! HYMN O only hope of all below Who dost…
January 14, 2021
Was St. Luke a medical doctor?
St. Luke the Evangelist is described as a "physician" and used medical terms in his Gospel. Credited as writing one of the four Gospels, St. Luke is often described…
January 14, 2021
DAILY MEDITATION (THURSDAY, JANUARY 14)
MEDITATION OF THE DAY Happy Contagion Oh happy the discovery of leprosy in me— urgency it brought me, pining for relief in tension toward a remedy, mysterious, unknown though…
January 14, 2021
Prayer to St. Joseph for those seeking an adoption
St. Joseph is seen as a powerful intercessor for anyone currently pursuing an adoption. St. Joseph is often called the “foster father” of Jesus and is the prime example…
January 14, 2021
PRAYER FOR THIS EVENING (THURSDAY, JANUARY 14)
Prayer for the Evening The word of the Lord is faithful/ and all his works to be trusted: come, let us give thanks and praise! (cf. Ps 33:4) …
