Saint Blaise – Bishop and Martyr (Feast: February 3rd)
Patron of throat ailments, physicians, wool combers 🕯️ Summary of His Life Saint Blaise (also spelled Blasius) was a 4th-century
Running to Win the Incorruptible Crown: A Septuagesima Reflection on 1 Cor. 9:24–27; 10:1–5 and Matt. 20:1–16
Feria III infra Hebdomadam Septuagesimæ — IV classisCommemoration of St. Blaise, Bishop and Martyr As the sacred liturgical cycle turns
Tridentine Mass Propers February 3, 2026:
Feria III infra Hebdomadam Septuagesimæ ~ IV. classisCommemoratio : S. Blasii Episcopi et Martyris Ante Missam Top NextIntroitusPs 17:5; 17:6; 17:7Circumdedérunt me gémitus
The Humility and Obedience of Mary
Although Our Lady was not bound by the Law of purification, being ever-virgin and immaculate, she willingly submitted to the
“And suddenly the Lord whom you seek will come to His temple”A Reflection on Malachi 3:1–4 and Luke 2:22–32
In Purificatione Beatæ Mariæ Virginis – II ClassisTempora: Feria II infra Hebdomadam Septuagesimæ On this blessed feast, In Purificatione Beatæ
Tridentine Mass Propers February 2, 2026:
In Purificatione Beatæ Mariæ Virginis ~ II. classisTempora: Feria II infra Hebdomadam Septuagesimæ Ante Missam Top NextDe Benedictione CandelarumSi candelarum benedictio et processio,
Reflecting on Romans 6:3-11 and Mark 8:1-9 in the Spirit of Feria V after the VI Sunday after Pentecost
On this day, as we observe Feria V after the VI Sunday after Pentecost, the Church offers us profound readings
Tridentine Mass July 4, 2024: Feria V after VI Sunday after Pentecost
INTROIT Ps. 27:8-9.The Lord is the strength of His people, the saving refuge of His anointed. Save Your people, O
Hagiography of Saint Irenaeus
Early Life and Education Saint Irenaeus was born around 130-140 AD, likely in Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey). His early formation
Reflections on 2 Timothy 3:14-17; 4:1-5 and Matthew 10:28-33: Guidance and Courage in Faith
Context and Introduction The liturgical readings for Feria IV after the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost offer us a profound opportunity
Tridentine Mass July 3, 2024: Feria IV after VI Sunday after Pentecost, Feast of St. Irenaeus.
INTROIT Mal 2:6The law of truth was in his mouth, and iniquity was not found in his lips: he walked
Visitation of the Blessed Virgin: Insights from the Church Fathers
The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated on July 2nd in the traditional liturgical calendar, commemorates the journey of
Reflection on Song 2:8-14 and Luke 1:39-47
In the liturgical calendar, the Tuesday following the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost offers a rich tapestry of scripture for reflection,
Tridentine Mass July 2, 2024: Feria III after VI Sunday after Pentecost, Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
INTROIT SeduliusHail, holy Mother, who in childbirth brought forth the King Who rules heaven and earth forever and ever.Ps 44:2My
Feast of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus: A Reflection Rooted in the Wisdom of the Church Fathers
The Feast of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus, celebrated on July 1st, invites us to contemplate the profound mystery
Reflection on Hebrews 9:11-15 and John 19:30-35
In the Spirit of Feria II after the VI Sunday after Pentecost The Church’s liturgical calendar, particularly the season after