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Kateri St. Philip Neri was a Christian missionary and founder of the Congregation of the Oratory, a community of Catholic priests and lay brothers. He was born in Florence on July 21, 1515 as one of four children to Francesco Neri. From a very young age, Philip was known for being cheerful and obedient. He was … Read moreSt. Philip Neri: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Morning Offering O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this dayfor all the intentions of Your Sacred Heart,in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world,for the salvation of souls, the reparation of sins,the reunion of all Christians,and in particular for the … Read moreCatholic Prayer for May 25, 2026
On May 25, the Catholic Church honors Saint Bede the Venerable, a holy monk, historian, and Doctor of the Church known for his wisdom, humility, and deep love for Sacred Scripture. Saint Bede was born in England around the year 673. At a young age, he entered a monastery where he dedicated his life to … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Bede the Venerable
Reading I Genesis 3:9-15, 20 After Adam had eaten of the tree, the LORD God called to him and asked him, “Where are you?”He answered, “I heard you in the garden; but I was afraid, because I was naked, so I hid myself.”Then he asked, “Who told you that you were naked?You have eaten, then, … Read moreMemorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
Mary, Mother of the Church First reading Genesis 3:9-15,20 The mother of all those who live After Adam had eaten of the tree the Lord God called to him. ‘Where are you?’ he asked. ‘I heard the sound of you in the garden;’ he replied ‘I was afraid because I was naked, so I hid.’ … Read moreMon 25 May
It would be easy to concentrate on the mystical experiences God gave this saint, rather than on her life. In fact, it would be difficult to do differently, so overwhelming were those gifts from God. The temptation for many modern readers (including the author) would be to see little to identify with in these graces … Read moreSt. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi: Saint of the Day for Monday, May 25, 2026
Pentecost is one of the greatest and most important feasts in the Catholic Church. While Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and Easter celebrates His Resurrection, Pentecost celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church itself. For Catholics around the world, Pentecost is not simply a historical event remembered … Read morePentecost Sunday: The Birth of the Catholic Church and the Coming of the Holy Spirit
Readings for the Pentecost Sunday Readings for the Pentecost Sunday – Vigil Mass Readings for the Pentecost Sunday – Mass during the Day Reading 1 Genesis 11:1-9 The whole world spoke the same language, using the same words.While the people were migrating in the east,they came upon a valley in the land of Shinar and … Read morePentecost Sunday
Readings for the Pentecost Sunday – Vigil Mass Readings for the Pentecost Sunday – Mass during the Day Readings for the Extended Vigil At the Vigil Mass Extended Vigil Mass during the Day – – – Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States, second typical edition, Copyright © 2001, 1998, … Read morePentecost Sunday
Readings for the Pentecost Sunday Readings for the Pentecost Sunday – Vigil Mass Readings for the Extended Vigil Reading 1 Acts 2:1-11 When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled,they were all in one place together.And suddenly there came from the skya noise like a strong driving wind,and it filled the entire house in which they … Read morePentecost Sunday – Mass during the Day