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
INTROIT Rom 5:5.The charity of God is poured forth in our hearts, alleluia: by His Spirit dwelling in us, alleluia,
In the mystical realms of Christian spirituality, few figures stand as luminously as the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her unique role
Introduction Ember Fridays, especially those following Pentecost, offer a unique opportunity for the faithful to reflect deeply on Scripture and
INTROIT Ps 70:8; 70:23Let my mouth be filled with Your praise, alleluia: that I may sing, alleluia. My lips shall
In the rich tapestry of Catholic tradition, the Miraculous Medal holds a special place as a symbol of divine grace
As we journey through the liturgical season of Pentecost, the readings from Acts 8:5-8 and Luke 9:1-6 offer profound insights
Introit Introitus Wis 1:7The Spirit of the Lord fills the world, alleluia, is all-embracing, and knows man’s utterance, alleluia, alleluia,
In an era where the essence of marriage is often overshadowed by transient societal trends, traditional Catholic marriage preparation remains
INTROIT Ps 67:8-9O God, when You went forth at the head of Your people, making a passage for them, dwelling
Saint Andrew Bobola, born on November 30, 1591, in Strachocina, Poland, was a remarkable Jesuit priest and martyr known for