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When Jesus ascended into Heaven, it was not the end of His presence with us — it was the beginning of a new mission for the Church and for every Christian soul. The Ascension of the Lord reminds us that Jesus Christ has opened the gates of Heaven for humanity. Before ascending to the Father, … Read moreJesus Ascended to Heaven: Now We Must Prepare Our Hearts for the Holy Spirit
On May 15, the Catholic Church honors Saint Isidore the Farmer, a humble and faithful farmer from Spain known for his deep trust in God, charity toward the poor, and simple life of holiness. Born near Madrid in the 12th century, Isidore worked as a laborer on a farm for most of his life. Despite … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Isidore the Farmer
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 18:9-18 One night while Paul was in Corinth, the Lord said to him in a vision,“Do not be afraid.Go on speaking, and do not be silent, for I am with you.No one will attack and harm you,for I have many … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord celebrates the moment when Jesus Christ ascended into Heaven forty days after His Resurrection. Before ascending to the Father, Christ blessed His disciples and commanded them to continue spreading the Gospel to all nations. The Ascension is not a farewell, but a promise of hope. Jesus opened … Read morePrayer for the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Prayer for the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord O Jesus, King of glory,You ascended triumphantly to the Father’s right hand.Through Your Ascension, You opened the gates of heavenand prepared a place for us. Grant that we may desire the things that are above,not the things of earth,and that one day we may follow You … Read moreCatholic Prayer for May 14, 2026
On May 14, the Catholic Church honors Saint Matthias the Apostle, the disciple chosen by the Apostles to replace Judas Iscariot after the Resurrection of Jesus. After the Ascension of Christ, the Apostles gathered in prayer and chose Matthias to become one of the Twelve Apostles. Although little is known about his life, Saint Matthias … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Matthias the Apostle
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 1:1-11 In the first book, Theophilus,I dealt with all that Jesus did and taughtuntil the day he was taken up,after giving instructions through the Holy Spiritto the apostles whom he had chosen.He presented himself alive to themby many proofs after … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
On May 13, the Catholic Church celebrates Our Lady of Fatima, honoring the first apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. The children — Saint Francisco Marto, Saint Jacinta Marto, and Lúcia dos Santos — witnessed a series of apparitions in which Mary called the world to prayer, repentance, and peace. … Read moreSaint of the Day: Our Lady of Fatima
READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of the Acts of the ApostlesActs 17:15, 22—18:1 After Paul’s escorts had taken him to Athens,they came away with instructions for Silas and Timothyto join him as soon as possible. Then Paul stood up at the Areopagus and said:“You Athenians, I see that in every respectyou … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
More than one hundred years ago, in a small village in Portugal, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to three shepherd children with a message that would touch the entire world. The apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima began on May 13, 1917, during a time marked by war, suffering, and uncertainty. Yet the message Mary … Read more5 Powerful Messages from Our Lady of Fatima That Still Matter Today