Hagiography of Saint Polycarp of Smyrna (69–155 AD)
Saint Polycarp of Smyrna is one of the most celebrated early martyrs and an important figure in the Apostolic Church.
Saint Polycarp of Smyrna is one of the most celebrated early martyrs and an important figure in the Apostolic Church.
The readings for the Third Sunday after Epiphany, as they are presented in the traditional liturgical calendar, are brimming with
Ante Missam IntroitusPs 96:7-8Adoráte Deum, omnes Angeli eius: audívit, et lætáta est Sion: et exsultavérunt fíliæ Iudæ.Ps 96:1Dóminus regnávit, exsúltet terra:
Saul’s conversion is one of the most profound narratives of transformation in the history of salvation, emphasizing God’s mercy, the
Sabbato infra Hebdomadam II post Epiphaniam As we meditate on Acts 9:1-22 and Matthew 19:27-29 in the liturgical spirit of
Ante Missam Introitus2 Tim 1:12Scio, cui crédidi, et certus sum, quia potens est depósitum meum serváre in illum diem, iustus iudex.Ps
Introduction In the liturgical calendar, the Feria II after the IV Sunday after Pentecost invites us to delve deeply into
Introit Sir 45:30The Lord made a covenant of friendship with him, and made him a prince; that he should possess
Early Life: St. John Francis Regis was born on January 31, 1597, in the village of Fontcouverte, in the southern
As we gather on this V Sunday after Pentecost, our readings invite us to delve into themes of suffering, hope,
INTROIT Ps. 26:1-2The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? The Lord is my life’s refuge;
Saints Vitus, Modestus, and Crescentia are celebrated martyrs in the Christian tradition. Their story is a compelling narrative of faith,
On this Saturday after the III Sunday after Pentecost, we reflect on the readings from Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) 24:14-16 and Luke
INTROIT Hail, holy Mother, who in childbirth brought forth the King Who rules heaven and earth world without end.Ps 44:2My
Saint Basil the Great, also known as Basil of Caesarea, was born around 329 AD in Caesarea, Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey).
The liturgical calendar guides us through the profound mysteries of our faith, offering scriptures that speak to the heart of