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Kateri Elizabeth was a Spanish princess who was given in marriage to King Denis of Portugal at the age of twelve. She was very beautiful and very lovable. She was also very devout, and went to Mass every day. Elizabeth was a holy wife, but although her husband was fond of her at first, he soon … Read moreSt. Elizabeth of Portugal: Saint of the Day for Saturday, July 04, 2026
Prayer for St. Thomas’ intercession O Glorious St. Thomas,who, in spite of your doubts, firmly believed in the risen Lordand proclaimed Him as “My Lord and my God,”obtain for me from Jesus Christ a lively faith,a firm hope, and an ardent charity.Help me in my doubts and difficulties,and grant that, like you, I may one … Read moreCatholic Prayer for July 3, 2026
Reading 1 Ephesians 2:19-22 Brothers and sisters: You are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the holy ones and members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the Apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the capstone. Through him the whole structure is held together and … Read moreFeast of Saint Thomas, Apostle
Today, the Catholic Church honors Thomas the Apostle, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus and a powerful witness to faith. Saint Thomas is often remembered as “Doubting Thomas” because he struggled to believe in the Resurrection after hearing that Jesus had risen from the dead. When the other apostles told him they had seen the Lord, Thomas … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Thomas the Apostle
Saint Thomas, Apostle First reading Ephesians 2:19-22 In Christ you are no longer aliens, but citizens like us You are no longer aliens or foreign visitors: you are citizens like all the saints, and part of God’s household. You are part of a building that has the apostles and prophets for its foundations, and Christ … Read moreFri 3 July
St. Thomas was born a Jew and was called to be one of the twelve Apostles. His birth and death dates are unknown, but his feast day is celebrated July 3. He lived before the formal establishment of the Catholic Church but is recognized as the patron saint of architects. He was a dedicated but … Read moreSt. Thomas: Saint of the Day for Friday, July 03, 2026
Reading 1 Amos 7:10-17 Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, sent word to Jeroboam,king of Israel:“Amos has conspired against you here within Israel;the country cannot endure all his words.For this is what Amos says:Jeroboam shall die by the sword,and Israel shall surely be exiled from its land.” To Amos, Amaziah said:“Off with you, visionary, flee to … Read moreThursday of the Thirteenth Week in Ordinary Time
Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of Amos7:10-17 Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, sent word to Jeroboam,king of Israel:“Amos has conspired against you here within Israel;the country cannot endure all his words.For this is what Amos says:Jeroboam shall die by the sword,and Israel shall surely be exiled from its land.” … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Saint Bernardino Realino (1530–1616) was an Italian Jesuit priest known for his deep humility, wisdom, and extraordinary compassion for the poor. Before entering religious life, he studied law and served in public administration, enjoying a successful career. Yet God was calling him to something greater. After joining the Society of Jesus, Bernardino devoted his life to … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Bernardino Realino
Thursday of week 13 in Ordinary Time First reading Amos 7:10-17 The Lord took me from herding the flock and sent me to prophesy Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent word to Jeroboam king of Israel as follows. ‘Amos is plotting against you in the heart of the House of Israel; the country can no … Read moreThu 2 July