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Kateri On June 4, the Catholic Church honors Saint Francis Caracciolo, a priest known for his deep love of the Holy Eucharist, humility, and dedication to serving God. Francis was born in Italy in 1563 into a noble family. As a young man, he became seriously ill and vowed that if he recovered, he would dedicate … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Francis Caracciolo
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ First reading Deuteronomy 8:2-3,14-16 He fed you with manna, which neither you nor your fathers had known Moses said to the people: ‘Remember how the Lord your God led you for forty years in the wilderness, to humble you, to test you and know your inmost heart – … Read moreThu 4 June
Founder of the Minor Clerks Regular with St. John Augustine Adorno. He was born in 1563, a member of a noble Neapolitan family. Though he had a rare skin disease, much like leprosy, Francis became a priest, at which time his skin disease disappeared. In 1588, he co-founded the Minor Clerks Regular and spent the … Read moreSt. Francis Caracciolo: Saint of the Day for Thursday, June 04, 2026
For the Memorial of Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions O God, who have made the blood of Martyrsthe seed of Christians,mercifully grant that the field which is your Church,watered by the blood shed by Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions,may be fertile and always yield you an abundant harvest. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 3, 2026
On June 3, the Catholic Church honors Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions, a group of courageous young martyrs who gave their lives for Christ in Uganda during the late nineteenth century. Charles Lwanga was a convert to Christianity and a leader among the young Catholic men serving in the royal court of King Mwanga … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Charles Lwanga and Companions
Readings for the Memorial of Saint Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs Reading 1 2 Timothy 1:1-3, 6-12 Paul, an Apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of Godfor the promise of life in Christ Jesus,to Timothy, my dear child:grace, mercy, and peace from God the Fatherand Christ Jesus our Lord. I am grateful to God,whom … Read moreMemorial of Saint Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs
Saints Charles Lwanga and his Companions, Martyrs First reading 2 Maccabees 7:1-2,9-14 ‘The King of the world will raise us up to live for ever’ There were seven brothers who were arrested with their mother. The king tried to force them to taste pig’s flesh, which the Law forbids, by torturing them with whips and … Read moreWed 3 June
For those of us who think that the faith and zeal of the early Christians died out as the Church grew more safe and powerful through the centuries, the martyrs of Uganda are a reminder that persecution of Christians continues in modern times, even to the present day. The Society of Missionaries of Africa (known … Read moreSt. Charles Lwanga and Companions: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Saints Marcellinus and Peter,you courageously witnessed to Christ as a priest and exorcist, even in prison and under persecution.Help us to stand firm in faith amid trials, to bring Christ’s light to others, and to remain faithful until the end.Pray for us, that we may imitate your courage and trust in God’s protection.Amen. The post … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 2
The most obvious references to the Virgin Mary are those that mention her explicitly. These may be few, but they are the most important. Literal references take priority in any doctrinal discussion and are the basis for all other ways of reading Scripture. The Protestant theologian Daniel Migliore reminds us to keep in mind: The … Read moreFinding Mary in the Old Testament