Saint John of God (1495–1550) – Patron of the Sick and Hospitals
Early Life and Conversion Saint John of God was born João Cidade in Montemor-o-Novo, Portugal, in 1495. At a young
Early Life and Conversion Saint John of God was born João Cidade in Montemor-o-Novo, Portugal, in 1495. At a young
In the Spirit of the Saturday after Ash Wednesday As we enter the holy season of Lent, the Church in
Ante Missam IntroitusPs 36:30-31Os iusti meditábitur sapiéntiam, et lingua eius loquétur iudícium: lex Dei eius in corde ipsíus.Ps 36:1Noli æmulári in
Early Life and Formation Saint Thomas Aquinas was born around 1225 in the castle of Roccasecca, near Aquino in the
As we continue our journey through Lent, the readings of today’s liturgy invite us to meditate on the surpassing value
Ante Missam IntroitusEccli 15:5In médio Ecclésiæ apéruit os eius: et implévit eum Dóminus spíritu sapiéntiæ et intelléctus: stolam glóriæ índuit eum.Ps
In the echoing corridors of time, the words of Saint John Bosco continue to resonate as an ever-present beacon, guiding
The “Mystical City of God” (La mística ciudad de Dios) is a monumental work of mystical and theological literature attributed
INTROIT Ecclus 45:30The Lord made a covenant of friendship with him, and made him a prince; that he should possess
In Catholic theology, the concept of mortification holds a significant place, calling believers to discipline and control the lower faculties.
INTROIT Ps 36:30-31The mouth of the just man tells of wisdom, and his tongue utters what is right. The law
Saint Charles Borromeo, a luminary in the Catholic Church during the Counter-Reformation, left an enduring legacy through his tireless efforts
In the foundation of spiritual beliefs, Guardian Angels hold a revered place as celestial beings assigned to watch over and
INTROIT Ps 78:11; 78:12; 78:10Let the prisoners’ sighing come before You, O Lord; repay our neighbors sevenfold into their bosoms;
Saint Chrysostom, one of the revered Church Fathers, provided profound insights into various biblical passages. Among these, his commentary on
INTROIT Ps 96:7-8Adore God, all you His angels: Sion hears and is glad, and the cities of Juda rejoice.Ps 96:1The