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Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book Proverbs21:1-6, 10-13 Like a stream is the king’s heart in the hand of the LORD;wherever it pleases him, he directs it. All the ways of a man may be right in his own eyes,but it is the LORD who proves hearts. To do what is … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Today, September 21, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ and the traditional author of the Gospel according to Matthew. Before following Jesus, Matthew was a tax collector. One day, Jesus passed by and saw him sitting at the customs post. Jesus simply … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians4:1-7, 11-13 Brothers and sisters:I, a prisoner for the Lord,urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received,with all humility and gentleness, with patience,bearing with one another through love,striving to preserve the unity of the … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, was one of the most solemn days in the Old Testament. On this day, the high priest entered the Holy of Holies once a year and offered blood for his own sins and for the sins of the people. The Book of Leviticus says: “Aaron shall make atonement for the sanctuary… because … Read moreYom Kippur and Jesus: From the Day of Atonement to the Cross
Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the Book of Isaiah55:6-9 Seek the LORD while he may be found,call him while he is near.Let the scoundrel forsake his way,and the wicked his thoughts;let him turn to the LORD for mercy;to our God, who is generous in forgiving.For my thoughts are not your thoughts,nor are … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Baptism is the sacrament that gives our souls the new life of sanctifying grace by which we become Christians children of God, and heirs of heaven. The sacrament of Baptism was instituted by Christ at his own Baptism, and commanded at His Ascension. Why is Baptism necessary for the salvation of all men? Baptism is … Read moreWhat is Baptism?
Today, September 19, the Catholic Church honors St. Januarius, Bishop and Martyr, a faithful shepherd of Christ who gave his life for the Gospel during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Diocletian. St. Januarius served as Bishop of Benevento. During the persecution, he courageously visited Christians who had been imprisoned for their faith. He … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Januarius, Bishop and Martyr
Source: Vaticannews.va READING OF THE DAY A reading from the First Letter of St. Paul to Corinthians 15:35-37, 42-49 Brothers and sisters:Someone may say, “How are the dead raised? With what kind of body will they come back?”You fool!What you sow is not brought to life unless it dies.And what you sow is not the body that … Read moreDaily Bible Reading
Feast Day: September 18 Today, September 18, the Catholic Church honors St. Joseph of Cupertino, a humble Franciscan priest whose life was marked by extraordinary prayer, deep humility, and an intense love for Jesus Christ. St. Joseph was born on June 17, 1603, in Cupertino, Italy, into a very poor family. His father died before his … Read moreSaint of the Day: St. Joseph of Cupertino, Priest
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. The post Verse of the Day: Philippians 2:3-4 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.