St. Peter of Alcantara was born in 1499 in Alcántara, Spain, into a noble family. From a young age, he

The readings from Philippians 3:7-12 and Luke 12:32-34, traditionally associated with the Saturday after the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, call

INTROIT Ps 91:13-14The just man shall flourish like the palm tree, like a cedar of Lebanon shall he grow: planted

Saint Luke the Evangelist, known as the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, holds

In the traditional liturgical calendar, the week following the 21st Sunday after Pentecost offers us a rich opportunity to meditate

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 (1647–1690) was a French nun and mystic who played a significant role in promoting the devotion

As we contemplate the Scriptures assigned for Feria V after the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, we find profound spiritual nourishment

INTROIT Cant 2:3I rest in His shadow Whom I desire, and His fruit is sweet to my mouth.Ps 83:2-3How lovely

St. Hedwig of Silesia (1174-1243) was a remarkable example of Christian charity and humility, known for her life of service