Monthly Archives: April 2017

St. Louis de Monfort – April 28th

In the history of the Catholic Church, She has recognized and honored various types of saints…There are those saints who lived quietly for the Lord, never creating waves…they had a subtle servitude for God as they eked out  their way … Continue reading

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Saint Mark the Evangelist April 25th

St. Mark was an Evangelist or one of the first Gospel writers, in fact, as St. Peter preached, St. Mark was a pioneer in Gospel writing as he wrote down what he saw and what he heard.  The people of … Continue reading

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Divine Mercy Sunday April 23, 2017

Since the year 2000, the Sunday following Easter has been celebrated as Divine Mercy Sunday throughout the Holy Catholic Church. It is a day for the faithful to gather together and seek God’s Mercy and forgiveness. One of the requirements … Continue reading

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Saint Agnes of Montepulciano April 20th

In the Tradition of the Holy Catholic Church, there are many saints who are recognized for their devotion to God, and the way they lived their Faith. Most of these saints were just like me and you…in a  lot of … Continue reading

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Easter Sunday – Rejoice – He Is Risen

The bells have rung…there is a chorus of Alleluias ringing in the air! The veil of darkness has been lifted…the promise of salvation is here! Christians rejoice, for it is as He said!   “O Death, where is your sting? … Continue reading

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Holy Saturday – Sabbatum Sanctum – Meditating on Our Blessed Mother’s Sorrow

Today in the Holy Mother Church, the faithful keep watch… Our emotions are a mixture of joy and sorrow…We are eager with the anticipation of Easter, the coming Resurrection of Our Lord, that part brings immeasurable joy and comfort…But for … Continue reading

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Good Friday – Jesus dies on the Cross

Friday of Holy Week is called Good Friday…not only in the Holy Mother Church, but most Christians throughout the world hold special observances in honor of Christ’s suffering and crucifixion on the Cross. In the Catholic Church it is recognized … Continue reading

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Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday

Holy Thursday, the beginning of the Triduum… is the last celebration…the last Mass…before Easter. It is the day that Christ celebrated the Last Supper with His Apostles…it is the day He gave the Church three pillars of the Catholic Faith…the … Continue reading

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Saint Gemma Galgani – April 11th – Inspirational Quotes

  Oh Love, oh infinite Love! Your love, oh Lord, penetrates even to my body, with too much fury. When, when will I unite with You, oh Lord, Who with such forceful love keeps me in union here on earth? … Continue reading

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Monday of Holy Week – John 12: 1 – 11

Gospel John 12 : 1-11 Six days before Passover Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. They gave a dinner for him there, and Martha served, while Lazarus was one of those reclining … Continue reading

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