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 October 18, 2024: Feria VI after XXI Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps 138:17To me, Your friends, O God, are made exceedingly honorable; their principality is exceedingly strengthened.Ps 138:1-2O Lord, You
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin
St. Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647–1690) was a French nun and mystic who played a significant role in promoting the devotion
Reflecting on Eph 3:8-9, 14-19 and Matt 11:25-30 in the Spirit of Feria V after XXI Sunday after Pentecost
As we contemplate the Scriptures assigned for Feria V after the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, we find profound spiritual nourishment
Tridentine Mass October 17, 2024: Feria V after XXI Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Cant 2:3I rest in His shadow Whom I desire, and His fruit is sweet to my mouth.Ps 83:2-3How lovely
Saint Hedwig
St. Hedwig of Silesia (1174-1243) was a remarkable example of Christian charity and humility, known for her life of service
Reflecting on Proverbs 31:10-31 and Matthew 13:44-52: The Wisdom of Virtue and the Treasure of the Kingdom
As we meditate on the readings appointed for Feria IV after the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, we are invited to
Tridentine Mass October 16, 2024: Feria IV after XXI Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps 118:75; 118:120I know, O Lord, that Your ordinances are just, and in Your faithfulness You have afflicted me.
St. Teresa of Avila, Virgin and Doctor of the Church
St. Teresa of Avila, born Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda y Ahumada in 1515 in Gotarrendura, Spain, is one of the
Reflection upon 2 Corinthians 10:17-18; 11:1-2 and Matthew 25:1-13
In reflecting upon 2 Corinthians 10:17-18; 11:1-2 and Matthew 25:1-13, we find profound themes of humility, spiritual vigilance, and readiness
Tridentine Mass October 15, 2024: Feria III after XXI Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps 44:8Thou hast loved justice, and hated iniquity: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of