St. Nicholas of Myra Feast date: Dec 06 On Dec. 6, the faithful commemorate a bishop in the early church who was known for generosity and love of children. Born in Lycia in Asia Minor around the late third or fourth century, St. Nicholas of Myra is more than just the inspiration for the modern day … Read more
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Feast date: Jan 12 On Jan. 12, Roman Catholics remember Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, who not only founded a religious congregation, but was also instrumental in establishing the Canadian city of Montreal. Marguerite Bourgeoys was born on Good Friday of 1620 during a period of both colonial expansion and religious strife for Europe. … Read more
Held in the Waiting: A 33-Day Devotional Trusting God’s Heart When Healing Is Delayed and Strength Feels Thin Day 12 — Praise as a Healing Practice Theme: Worship in the Midst of Weakness Scripture (Douay-Rheims Bible) Psalm 102:1–5 “Bless the Lord, O my soul: and let all that is within me bless his holy name.Bless … Read more
The Liturgy today is concerned with Baptism. Water by itself cannot cleanse leprosy; but God can use it to do so. If God can cleanse the leprosy of the body with water there is no reason why he cannot use it to wash leprosy of soul. The second point which the Liturgy intends to bring … Read more
Anima Christi Soul of Christ, sanctify me, Body of Christ, save me, Blood of Christ, inebriate me, Water from the side of Christ, wash me, Passion of Christ, strengthen me, O good Jesus, hear me. Hide me within your wounds, keep me close to you, defend me from the evil enemy, call me at the … Read more
CATHOLIC DAILY GOSPEL REFLECTION FOR TODAY, MARCH 9, 2026 GOSPEL PASSAGE: LUKE 4:24–30 LITURGICAL DAY/FEAST: MONDAY OF THE SECOND WEEK OF LENT REFLECTION TITLE WHEN TRUTH IS HARD TO ACCEPT FEATURED GOSPEL (DOUAY-RHEIMS) Luke 4:24–30 And he said: Amen I say to you, that no prophet is accepted in his own country. In truth I … Read more
Today’s Catholic Highlights: The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) recently held a summit focusing on the issue of Christian persecution. Key speakers at the event included Mercedes Schlapp, a senior fellow at CPAC, and Jack Posobiec, a conservative political commentator and practicing Catholic. The summit aimed to bring attention to the ongoing persecution of Christians … Read more
Hail Holy Queen Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve: to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after … Read more
Held in the Waiting: A 33-Day Devotional Trusting God’s Heart When Healing Is Delayed and Strength Feels Thin Day 11 — Noticing God’s Quiet Gifts Theme: Recognizing Blessings in Small Moments Scripture (Douay-Rheims Bible) James 1:16–18 “Do not err, therefore, my dearest brethren.Every best gift, and every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from … Read more