Saint Hedwig
St. Hedwig of Silesia (1174-1243) was a remarkable example of Christian charity and humility, known for her life of service
St. Hedwig of Silesia (1174-1243) was a remarkable example of Christian charity and humility, known for her life of service
As we meditate on the readings appointed for Feria IV after the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost, we are invited to
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, born Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda y Ahumada in 1515 in Gotarrendura, Spain, is one of the
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
INTROIT Ps 44:8Thou hast loved justice, and hated iniquity: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of
INTROIT Ps 104:3-4Rejoice, O hearts that seek the Lord! Look to the Lord, and be strengthened; seek His face evermore.Ps
In the Spirit of Feria V after the 17th Sunday after Pentecost The readings from Hebrews 10:32-38 and Matthew 24:3-13
INTROIT Ps 36:39The salvation of the just is from the Lord; He is their refuge in time of distress.Ps 36:1Be
St. Joseph of Cupertino, Confessor (1603-1663) St. Joseph of Cupertino, known for his profound humility and extraordinary mystical experiences, was
On Ember Wednesday, the Church calls us to fast and pray, to attune our hearts to the movements of grace,
INTROIT Ps 80:2-5Sing joyfully to God our strength; acclaim the God of Jacob. Take up a pleasant psalm with the
Saint Francis of Assisi, particularly the miraculous event of his stigmata, reveals one of the most profound moments in the
As we contemplate the readings for Feria III after the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, our hearts are drawn to two
INTROIT Ps 118:137; 118:124You are just, O Lord, and Your ordinance is right. Deal with Your servant according to Your
The feast day of Sts. Cornelius and Cyprian, celebrated together on September 16, honors two great martyrs of the early