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Kateri Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the First Book of Kings17:7-16 The brook near where Elijah was hiding ran dry,because no rain had fallen in the land.So the LORD said to Elijah:“Move on to Zarephath of Sidon and stay there.I have designated a widow there to provide for you.”He left and went … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Tuesday of week 10 in Ordinary Time, or Saint Ephraem, Deacon, Doctor First reading 1 Kings 17:7-16 The widow gives food to Elijah, and is fed The stream in the place where Elijah lay hidden dried up, for the country had no rain. And then the word of the Lord came to Elijah, ‘Up and … Read moreTue 9 June
“I was born in the way of truth: though my childhood was unaware of the greatness of the benefit, I knew it when trial came.” Ephrem (or Eprhaim) the Syrian left us hundreds of hymns and poems on the faith that inflamed and inspired the whole Church, but few facts about his own inspiring life. … Read moreSt. Ephrem: Saint of the Day for Tuesday, June 09, 2026
The Catholic Bible contains the deuterocanonical books because they were part of the biblical tradition that Jesus and the apostles were familiar with and made reference to. Called the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Old Testament that contained these books was widely used in the early Church because Greek (like English today) was a universal … Read moreWhy Is the Catholic Bible Bigger Than the Protestant Version?
Morning OfferingO Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day for 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, … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 8, 2026
Reading 1 1 Kings 17:1-6 Elijah the Tishbite, from Tishbe in Gilead, said to Ahab:“As the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, whom I serve,during these years there shall be no dew or rain except at my word.”The LORD then said to Elijah:“Leave here, go eastand hide in the Wadi Cherith, east of the Jordan.You … Read moreMonday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time
On June 8, the Catholic Church honors Saint Medard, a beloved bishop of the sixth century known for his generosity, humility, and deep compassion for the poor. Saint Medard was born around the year 456 in northern France. From an early age, he displayed an extraordinary kindness toward those in need. One famous story tells … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Medard
Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the First Book of Kings17:1-6 Elijah the Tishbite, from Tishbe in Gilead, said to Ahab:“As the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, whom I serve,during these years there shall be no dew or rain except at my word.”The LORD then said to Elijah:“Leave here, go eastand … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Monday of week 10 in Ordinary Time First reading 1 Kings 17:1-6 The Lord sends Elijah into the wilderness Elijah the Tishbite, of Tishbe in Gilead, said to Ahab, ‘As the Lord lives, the God of Israel whom I serve, there shall be neither dew nor rain these years except at my order.’The word of … Read moreMon 8 June
St. William of York, Bishop (Feast day is June 8th). William of York was the son of Count Herbert, treasurer to Henry I. His mother Emma, was the half-sister of King William. Young William became treasurer of the church of York at an early age and was elected archbishop of York in 1140. William’s election … Read moreSt. William of York: Saint of the Day for Monday, June 08, 2026