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Kateri Saint Bernadette Soubirous (1844–1879) is one of the most beloved saints of the modern Church, known for her humility, simplicity, and the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Lourdes. A Humble Beginning Bernadette was born into a poor family in Lourdes, France. She had little formal education and suffered from poor health, yet she possessed a deep … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Bernadette Soubirous
Thursday of the 2nd week of Eastertide First reading Acts 5:27-33 We are witnesses to all this, we and the Holy Spirit When the officials had brought the apostles in to face the Sanhedrin, the high priest demanded an explanation. ‘We gave you a formal warning’ he said ‘not to preach in this name, and … Read moreThu 16 April
Discover More About St. Bernadette with Journey with the Saints St. Bernadette was born in Lourdes, France on January 7, 1844. Her parents were very poor and she was the first of nine children. She was baptized at St. Pierre’s, the local parish church, on January 9. As a toddler, Bernadette contracted cholera and suffered … Read moreSt. Bernadette: Saint of the Day for Thursday, April 16, 2026
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Reading 1 Acts 5:17-26 The high priest rose up and all his companions, that is, the party of the Sadducees, and, filled with jealousy, laid hands upon the Apostles and put them in the public jail. But during the night, the angel of the Lord opened the doors of the prison, led them out, and … Read moreWednesday of the Second Week of Easter
Morning Offering for April 15 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 … Read moreCatholic Prayer for April 15, 2026
A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 5:17-26 The high priest rose up and all his companions,that is, the party of the Sadducees,and, filled with jealousy,laid hands upon the Apostles and put them in the public jail.But during the night, the angel of the Lord opened the doors of the prison,led … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Saint Paternus was a 5th–6th century bishop and missionary, remembered for his deep holiness, humility, and dedication to spreading the Christian faith in what is now Normandy. A Life Dedicated to God Born in Poitiers around the year 482, Paternus grew up during a time when Christianity was still taking root in parts of Europe. From a young age, … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Paternus (also known as Paternus of Avranches)
Wednesday of the 2nd week of Eastertide First reading Acts 5:17-26 The men you imprisoned are in the Temple, preaching to the people The high priest intervened with all his supporters from the party of the Sadducees. Prompted by jealousy, they arrested the apostles and had them put in the common gaol.But at night the … Read moreWed 15 April
St. Paternus.The first 5th century saint. He followed his father’s path by becoming a hermit in Wales. He founded the monastery at the great church of Paternus, and became a bishop of that region. He was known for his preaching, charity and mortifications. Scholars believe his story is an amalgam. His feast day is April … Read moreSt. Paternus: Saint of the Day for Wednesday, April 15, 2026