Wed 1 April

Wednesday of Holy Week First reading Isaiah 50:4-9 Who thinks he has a case against me? Let him approach me The Lord has given mea disciple’s tongue.So that I may know how to reply to the weariedhe provides me with speech.Each morning he wakes me to hear,to listen like a disciple.The Lord has opened my … Read moreWed 1 April

St. Hugh of Grenoble: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, April 01, 2026​

Benedictine bishop of Grenoble, France, patron of St. Bruno. He was born in the Dauphine region and became a canon of the cathedral in Valence. In 1080, while attending a synod in Avignon, Hugh was named bishop of Grenoble. He attempted a massive reform of the diocese, but, discouraged, retired to Chaise Dieu Abbey, and … Read moreSt. Hugh of Grenoble: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, April 01, 2026​

Saint of the Day: Saint Benjamin: Faithful Witness Unto Death

On March 31, the Church honors Benjamin the Deacon, a courageous deacon and martyr who gave his life for proclaiming the Gospel. His Life Saint Benjamin lived during the 5th century in Persia, a time when Christians often faced persecution under the ruling authorities. As a deacon, he was dedicated to preaching the Word of God … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Benjamin: Faithful Witness Unto Death

Tue 31 March

Tuesday of Holy Week First reading Isaiah 49:1-6 I will make you the light of the nations so that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth Islands, listen to me,pay attention, remotest peoples.The Lord called me before I was born,from my mother’s womb he pronounced my name. He made my mouth a … Read moreTue 31 March

St. Benjamin: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, March 31, 2026​

St. Benjamin, Martyr (Feast Day – March 31) The Christians in Persia had enjoyed twelve years of peace during the reign of Isdegerd, son of Sapor III, when in 420 it was disturbed by the indiscreet zeal of Abdas, a Christian Bishop who burned the Temple of Fire, the great sanctuary of the Persians. King … Read moreSt. Benjamin: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, March 31, 2026​

Saint of the Day: Saint John Climacus: The Ladder to Heaven

On March 30, the Church honors John Climacus, a great monk, spiritual master, and author of one of the most important works of Christian spirituality, The Ladder of Divine Ascent. His Life Saint John Climacus was born around the year 579, likely in the region of Palestine or Syria. At a young age, he left the world … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint John Climacus: The Ladder to Heaven

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