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The Roman Martyrology commemorates Blessed Clemens August von Galen, Bishop of Münster (1933-1946). Bishop Clemens was fiercely anti-Communist, and an outspoken opponent of the Stalinist regime. A strong nationalist who loved his homeland, his was known for his opposition to the Nazis, their…
Lent: March 22nd
Saturday of the Second Week of Lent
The Roman Martyrology commemorates Blessed Clemens August von Galen, Bishop of Münster (1933-1946). Bishop Clemens was fiercely anti-Communist, and an outspoken opponent of the Stalinist regime. A strong nationalist who... More
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Lent: March 21st
Friday of the Second Week of Lent
Today’s first reading and Gospel draw a parallel between Joseph, sold into slavery by his brothers and Jesus, the well-beloved Son of the Father, put to death by the religious leaders of the Jews. Together with the prediction of the... More
Lent: March 20th
Thursday of the Second Week of Lent
Today's Station Church is St. Mary in Trastevere, rebuilt in the twelfth century. After St. Mary Major, it is considered the most beautiful church dedicated to Our Lady in Rome. The thought expressed in today’s first... More
Lent: March 19th
Solemnity of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Church celebrates the Solemnity St. Joseph, the spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the foster-father of Jesus. St. Joseph was probably born in Bethlehem and probably died in Nazareth. His important mission in God's plan... More
Lent: March 18th
Tuesday of the Second Week of Lent; Opt. Mem. of St. Cyril of Jerusalem, Bishop & Doctor
Jesus’ condemnation of religious externalism, hypocrisy and vanity is not meant to correct only the Pharisees of his time. It is also directed at us. We should look into our Lenten practices of piety and works of charity and see... More
Lent: March 17th
Monday of the Second Week of Lent; Opt. Mem. of St. Patrick, Bishop (Solemnity AUS, IRE, Feast NZ, Scotland, Wales)
The greatest proof of Christ's charity was given on the Cross. With Christ our gift of ourselves will be given to God as an expression of our love. Communion will lift our human activities up to God's level, not only in will and... More
Lent: March 16th
Second Sunday of Lent
Between Moses and Elias Jesus shows forth His divine glory, thus foreshadowing His resurrection. He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end of all things. Today's Mass places before us the transfigured Lord and the model... More
Sunday: a day of rest.
Lent: March 15th
Saturday of the First Week of Lent; Ember Saturday
The Roman Martyrology commemorates St. Louise de Marillac (1591-1660). She was born in 1592, and married in 1613. When her husband died she made a vow of widowhood and devoted herself entirely to works of charity. St.... More
It's the weekend! Catch up on the news and commentary from the week, or check out this selection from our Resources library for your weekend reading.
Lent: March 14th
Friday of the First Week of Lent; Ember Friday
The Roman Martyrology commemorates St. Matilda (895-968) (also known as "Maud" or "Maude"), Queen of Germany and wife of King Henry I. She was well known throughout the realm for her generosity, she taught the ignorant,... More
Lent: March 13th
Thursday of the First Week of Lent
In certain ways the Lenten Christian is like the Jew in exile. He is still exposed to the attacks of the enemies. Lent, like the exile in Babylon, is a time of cleansing. It intends to create in us a greater desire and longing for... More
Lent: March 12th
Wednesday of the First Week of Lent; Ember Wednesday
The Roman Martyrology commemorates St. Luigi Giovanni Orione, F.D.P. (1872-1940) (also known as Aloysius). He was an Italian priest who was active in answering the social needs of his nation as it faced the social... More
