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,
Tridentine Mass June 24, 2024: Feria II after V Sunday after Pentecost, Nativity of St. John the Baptist
INTROIT Isa 49:1-2From my mother’s womb the Lord called me by my name, and made of me a sharp-edged sword;
Participation of the Laity in the Sacrifice of the Mass
he doctrine of the “lay priesthood” is deeply embedded in the fabric of Christian theology, tracing its origins to the
A Reflection on 1 Peter 3:8-15 and Matthew 5:20-24: The Spirit of Reconciliation and Christian Virtue
As we celebrate the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, the liturgical readings invite us to meditate deeply on the virtues of
Tridentine Mass June 23, 2024: V Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps. 26:7, 9Hear, O Lord, the sound of my call; be my helper: forsake me not: despise me not,
St. Paulinus of Nola, Bishop
St. Paulinus of Nola, Bishop, is a revered figure in the history of the Church. His life and contributions offer
A Reflection on 2 Corinthians 8:9-15 and Luke 12:32-34
In the Spirit of Saturday after the IV Sunday after Pentecost As we find ourselves in the liturgical calendar on
Tridentine Mass June 22, 2024: Saturday after IV Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps 131:9-10May Your priests, O Lord, be clothed with justice; let Your faithful ones shout merrily for joy. For
St. Aloysius Gonzaga
St. Aloysius Gonzaga, a prominent figure in Catholic hagiography, is celebrated for his exceptional purity, devotion, and commitment to his
Reflection on Ecclesiasticus 31:8-11 and Matthew 22:29-40
Embracing Virtue and Love in the Light of Tradition In the readings assigned for Feria VI after the Fourth Sunday
Tridentine Mass June 21, 2024: Feria VI after IV Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps 8:6You have made him little less than the angels, and crowned him with glory and honor.Ps 148:2Praise the