VEYM LEAGUE OF CHAPTERS
Kateri St. Margaret Clitherow was born in Middleton, England, in 1555, of protestant parents. Possessed of good looks and full of wit and merriment, she was a charming personality. In 1571, she married John Clitherow, a well-to-do grazier and butcher (to whom she bore two children), and a few years later entered the Catholic Church. Her … Read moreSt. Margaret Clitherow: Saint of the Day for Thursday, March 26, 2026
Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. The post Psalm of the Day: Psalm 73:25-26 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.
For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for him… The post Verse of the Day: Philippians 1:29 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.
Today the Church celebrates the great mystery of the Annunciation—the moment when God’s plan of salvation began to be fulfilled in a hidden and humble way. On this day, the angel Gabriel was sent by God to the Virgin Mary, announcing that she had been chosen to become the Mother of the Savior. Though surprised and filled with awe, … Read moreFeast of the Annunciation of the Lord
Reading 1 Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10 The LORD spoke to Ahaz, saying: Ask for a sign from the LORD, your God; let it be deep as the nether world, or high as the sky! But Ahaz answered, “I will not ask! I will not tempt the LORD!” Then Isaiah said: Listen, O house of David! Is … Read moreSolemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
O Lord Jesus,who for our sake didst fast and pray in the desert,look kindly upon Thy servant this thirty-first day of Lent. Forgive the weakness of my flesh,the wanderings of my mind,and the coldness of my heart.Renew in me a right spirit,and grant me the grace to walk these remaining dayswith greater love for Thee and … Read moreDay 31: 40 Days of Lent 2026
The Annunciation of the Lord First reading Isaiah 7:10-14,8:10 The maiden is with child The Lord spoke to Ahaz and said, ‘Ask the Lord your God for a sign for yourself coming either from the depths of Sheol or from the heights above.’ ‘No,’ Ahaz answered ‘I will not put the Lord to the test.’Then … Read moreWed 25 March
St. Dismas is remembered in the Gospel as the “Good Thief,” the criminal crucified beside Jesus on Calvary. In his final moments, he performed one of the most powerful acts of faith recorded in Scripture. While the other thief mocked Christ, Dismas rebuked him, acknowledged his own guilt, and professed his belief in Jesus’ innocence … Read moreSt. Dismas: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. The post Psalm of the Day: Psalm 105:4 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.
I know, O Lord, that a man’s life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps. The post Verse of the Day: Jeremiah 10:23 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.