VEYM LEAGUE OF CHAPTERS
Kateri On May 19, the Catholic Church honors Saint Celestine V, a humble hermit who unexpectedly became pope and is remembered for his deep holiness, simplicity, and love for prayer. Born in Italy in the 13th century, Celestine lived a quiet life dedicated to God as a monk and hermit. He spent many years in solitude, … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Celestine V
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 20:17-27 From Miletus Paul had the presbytersof the Church at Ephesus summoned. When they came to him, he addressed them,“You know how I lived among youthe whole time from the day I first came to the province of Asia.I served the … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Tuesday of the 7th week of Eastertide First reading Acts 20:17-27 I have without faltering put before you the whole of God’s purpose From Miletus Paul sent for the elders of the church of Ephesus. When they arrived he addressed these words to them:‘You know what my way of life has been ever since the … Read moreTue 19 May
When the father of this Italian saint died, his good mother brought up her twelve children well, even though they were very poor. “Oh, if I could only have the joy of seeing one of you become a saint!” she use to say. Once when she asked as usual, “which one of you is going … Read moreSt. Celestine: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, May 19, 2026
But you, O God, do see trouble and grief; you consider it to take it in hand. The victim commits himself to you; you are the helper of the fatherless. The post Psalm of the Day: Psalm 10:14 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.
God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them. The post Verse of the Day: Hebrews 6:10 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.
Collect Prayer for Saint John I (from the Roman Missal) O God, who reward faithful soulsand who have consecrated this dayby the martyrdom of Pope Saint John the First,graciously hear the prayers of your peopleand grant that we, who venerate his merits,may imitate his constancy in the faith. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who lives … Read moreCatholic Prayer for May 18, 2026
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 19:1-8 While Apollos was in Corinth,Paul traveled through the interior of the countryand down to Ephesus where he found some disciples. He said to them,“Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?”They answered him,“We have never even heard that … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Reading 1 Acts 19:1-8 While Apollos was in Corinth,Paul traveled through the interior of the countryand down to Ephesus where he found some disciples. He said to them,“Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?”They answered him,“We have never even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.”He said, “How were you baptized?”They replied, “With … Read moreMonday of the Seventh Week of Easter
On May 18, the Catholic Church honors Saint John I, a pope and martyr who courageously remained faithful to Christ during a time of political tension and persecution. Saint John I became pope in the sixth century during the rule of the Ostrogoth king Theodoric in Italy. Although known for his wisdom and gentleness, John … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint John I