Novena Prayer

READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Second Letter of St. Paul to Timothy3:10-17 You have followed my teaching, way of life,purpose, faith, patience, love, endurance, persecutions,and sufferings, such as happened to mein Antioch, Iconium, and Lystra,persecutions that I endured.Yet from all these things the Lord delivered me.In fact, all who want to live … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

What does Corpus Christi mean? Corpus Christi is Latin for “Body of Christ.” What is the Feast of Corpus Christi? It is a Catholic feast honoring the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. When is Corpus Christi celebrated? Corpus Christi is celebrated on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday in some countries and … Read moreCorpus Christi: Celebrating the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist

Prayer for St. Francis Caracciolo (from the Roman Missal) O God, who adorned blessed Francis, the founder of a new Order,with zeal for prayer and love of penance,grant that your servants may make such progressin the imitation of his virtuesthat by constant prayer and bringing their bodies into subjection,they may deserve to attain heavenly glory. Through … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 4, 2026

On June 4, the Catholic Church honors Saint Francis Caracciolo, a priest known for his deep love of the Holy Eucharist, humility, and dedication to serving God. Francis was born in Italy in 1563 into a noble family. As a young man, he became seriously ill and vowed that if he recovered, he would dedicate … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Francis Caracciolo

For the Memorial of Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions O God, who have made the blood of Martyrsthe seed of Christians,mercifully grant that the field which is your Church,watered by the blood shed by Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions,may be fertile and always yield you an abundant harvest. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 3, 2026

On June 3, the Catholic Church honors Saint Charles Lwanga and his companions, a group of courageous young martyrs who gave their lives for Christ in Uganda during the late nineteenth century. Charles Lwanga was a convert to Christianity and a leader among the young Catholic men serving in the royal court of King Mwanga … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Charles Lwanga and Companions

Saints Marcellinus and Peter,you courageously witnessed to Christ as a priest and exorcist, even in prison and under persecution.Help us to stand firm in faith amid trials, to bring Christ’s light to others, and to remain faithful until the end.Pray for us, that we may imitate your courage and trust in God’s protection.Amen. The post … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 2

On June 2, the Catholic Church honors Saints Marcellinus and Peter, two early Christian martyrs who courageously gave their lives for Christ during the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire. Saint Marcellinus was a priest, and Saint Peter was an exorcist. Together they faithfully served the Church and proclaimed the Gospel despite the dangers … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saints Marcellinus and Peter

Official Collect Prayer (from the Roman Missal) O God, who through the folly of the Cross wondrously taught Saint Justin the Martyr the surpassing knowledge of Jesus Christ, grant us, through his intercession, that, having rejected deception and error, we may become steadfast in the faith.Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and … Read moreCatholic Prayer for June 1, 2026

On June 1, the Catholic Church honors Saint Justin Martyr, one of the earliest Christian apologists and a courageous witness to the faith. Saint Justin was born around the year 100 in Samaria in the Holy Land. As a young man, he searched passionately for truth, studying various philosophies before discovering Christianity. Upon reading the … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Justin Martyr