Saint Brigid of Ireland (c. 451–525)
Abbess of Kildare, Virgin, Wonderworker, and Patroness of Ireland Feast Day: February 1Patronage: Ireland, poets, dairymaids, blacksmiths, healers, midwives, children
Running the Race: A Septuagesima Reflection on Grace and Perseverance
As the violet vestments reappear on the altar and the joyful Alleluia falls silent, the Church leads us gently but
Tridentine Mass Readings February 1, 2026: Dominica in Septuagesima ~ II. classis
Ante Missam Top NextIncipitIn nómine Patris, ✠ et Fílii, et Spíritus Sancti. Amen. 1BeginningIn the Name of the Father, and of the Son, ✠ and of
Saint John Bosco (Don Bosco)
Feast Day: January 31Born: August 16, 1815 – Died: January 31, 1888Patron of: Youth, schoolchildren, editors, and juvenile delinquentsFounder of:
“Rejoice Always, Become as Little Children” — A Reflection on Philippians 4:4–9 and Matthew 18:1–5 in the Spirit of St. John Bosco, Confessor
Tempora: Sabbato infra Hebdomadam III post EpiphaniamIII Classis – In honor of St. John Bosco, Confessor On this Saturday within
Tridentine Mass Propers January 31, 2026:
S. Joannis Bosco Confessoris ~ III. classisTempora: Sabbato infra Hebdomadam III post Epiphaniam Ante Missam Top NextIntroitus3 Reg 4:29Dedit illi Deus sapiéntiam, et
Tridentine Mass November 6, 2024: Feria IV after IV Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Jer 29:11-12; 29:14The Lord says: “I think thoughts of peace, and not of affliction. You shall call upon Me,
Saint Bertille
Saint Bertille (c. 630–c. 704) was a French abbess renowned for her holiness, humility, and dedication to monastic life. Born
Reflection on Romans 13:8-10 and Matthew 8:23-27: Love Fulfills the Law, and Faith Calms the Storm
The readings from Romans 13:8-10 and Matthew 8:23-27, as found in the liturgy for the Third Feria after the Fourth
Tridentine Mass November 5, 2024: Feria III after IV Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Jer 29:11-12; 29:14The Lord says: “I think thoughts of peace, and not of affliction. You shall call upon Me,
Saint Charles Borromeo
Also known as • Apostle to the Council of Trent• Carlo Borromeo• Father of the Clergy Profile Born to a
The Legacy of the Faithful: Reflections on Sacred Memory and Divine Economics
In the liturgical rhythm of Feria II following the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, we encounter a profound dialogue between the
Tridentine Mass November 4, 2024: Feria II after IV Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Sir 45:30The Lord made a covenant of friendship with him, and made him a prince; that he should possess
Saint Martin de Porres
Saint Martin de Porres (1579–1639) is a beloved saint known for his humility, miraculous healing gifts, and profound charity, especially
Reflection on Romans 13:8-10 and Matthew 8:23-27 for IV Sunday after Epiphany
In the readings for the IV Sunday after Epiphany, we find two powerful passages that resonate deeply with themes of
IV Sunday after Epiphany
INTROIT Jer 29:11-12; 29:14The Lord says: “I think thoughts of peace, and not of affliction. You shall call upon Me,