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Kateri Born Inigo Lopez de Loyola in 1491, the man known as Ignatius of Loyola entered the world in Loiola, Spain. At the time, the name of the village was spelled “Loyola,” hence the discrepancy. Inigo came of age in Azpeitia, in northern Spain. Loyola is a small village at the southern end of Azpeitia. Inigio … Read moreSt. Ignatius Loyola: Saint of the Day for Friday, July 31, 2026
St. Peter Chrysologus (c. 380–450) was a bishop, preacher, and Doctor of the Church whose powerful sermons earned him the title “Chrysologus,” meaning “Golden-Worded.” Through his simple yet profound preaching, he led countless people closer to Christ and strengthened the Catholic faith during a time of theological confusion. Born in Imola, Italy, Peter was ordained a deacon by Bishop Cornelius, … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Peter Chrysologus
Reading 1 Jeremiah 18:1-6 This word came to Jeremiah from the LORD:Rise up, be off to the potter’s house;there I will give you my message.I went down to the potter’s house and there he was, working at the wheel.Whenever the object of clay which he was makingturned out badly in his hand, he tried again,making of the … Read moreThursday of the Seventeenth Week in Ordinary Time
Thursday of week 17 in Ordinary Time, or Saint Peter Chrysologus, Bishop, Doctor First reading Jeremiah 18:1-6 When the clay goes wrong, the potter starts afresh The word that was addressed to Jeremiah by the Lord, ‘Get up and make your way down to the potter’s house; there I shall let you hear what I … Read moreThu 30 July
St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (Feast-July 30) Born at Imola, Italy in 380, St. Peter was baptized, educated, and ordained a deacon by Cornelius, Bishop of Imola. St. Peter merited being called “Chrysologus” (golden-worded) from his exceptional oratorical eloquence. In 433, Pope Sixtus III consecrated him bishop of Ravenna. He practiced … Read moreSt. Peter Chrysologus: Saint of the Day for Thursday, July 30, 2026
Once we understand Jesus’ words to Peter in the framework of their Jewish background, the meaning of the binding and loosening become clear. The Lutheran professor Tord Fornberg explains that “Peter stands out as a kind of Chief Rabbi, who binds and loosens, in the sense of declaring something to be forbidden or permitted.” In support of this … Read moreWhat “Binding and Loosing” Really Means
Readings for the Memorial of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus Reading 1 Jeremiah 15:10, 16-21 Woe to me, mother, that you gave me birth!a man of strife and contention to all the land!I neither borrow nor lend,yet all curse me.When I found your words, I devoured them;they became my joy and the happiness of my … Read moreMemorial of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus First reading 1 John 4:7-16 Let us love one another, since love comes from God My dear people,let us love one anothersince love comes from Godand everyone who loves is begotten by God and knows God.Anyone who fails to love can never have known God,because God is love.God’s love for … Read moreWed 29 July
“Jesus loved Martha and Mary and Lazarus.” This unique statement in John’s gospel tells us of the special relationship Jesus had with Martha, her sister, and her brother. Apparently Jesus was a frequent guest at Martha’s home in Bethany, a small village two miles from Jerusalem. We read of three visits in Luke 10:38-42, John … Read moreSt. Martha: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, July 29, 2026
St. Alphonsa of the Immaculate Conception, faithful servant of Christ, you embraced suffering with patience and unwavering trust in God. Pray for us, especially for those who are sick, suffering, or discouraged. Help us to carry our crosses with faith, to remain joyful in every trial, and to grow each day in love for Jesus. … Read morePrayer to St. Alphonsa of the Immaculate Conception