St. Clement I, Pope and Martyr
Feast Day: November 23Title: Pope and MartyrPontificate: c. 88–99 A.D. (traditionally the third successor of St. Peter) Early Life and
Reflection on Philippians 3:17–4:3 and Matthew 16:13–19
In the Spirit of Saturday after the Sixth Sunday after Epiphany The readings for this day, drawn from Philippians and
Tridentine Mass November 23, 2024: Saturday after VI Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Isa 59:21; 56:7The Lord says, My words which I have put in your mouth, shall not depart out of
Saint Cecilia
Feast Day: November 22Patronage: Musicians, singers, poets, and church musicSymbols: Musical instruments (especially the organ), roses, crown of martyrdom Early
Reflection on Ecclus 51:13-17 and Matt 25:1-13
In the Spirit of Feria VI After the VI Sunday After Epiphany The liturgical readings chosen for this time of
Tridentine Mass November 22, 2024: Feria VI after VI Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Ps 118:46-47I will speak of Your decrees before kings without being ashamed. And I will delight in Your commands,
The Sacred Tradition of the Blessing of Baptismal Water in the Tridentine Mass on Holy Saturday: Echoes of the Church Fathers
In the solemn quiet of Holy Saturday, within the reverent Tridentine Mass, there unfolds a liturgical tradition steeped in ancient
Reflecting on the Solemn Silence: The Significance of Holy Saturday Liturgy
In the heart of the Triduum Sacrum, the three holiest days in the Christian liturgical calendar, lies Holy Saturday—a day
Holy Saturday March 30, 2024
THE BLESSING OF THE NEW FIRE At the appointed hour, the altar is prepared, but candles are not lit until