Daily Readings

A black and white illustration of early Christian martyrs being persecuted in ancient Rome. One figure is praying while another is being burned at the stake, with Roman soldiers present and a cityscape in the background. The scene depicts Catholic martyrdom under religious persecution.

MAY 6, 2025 – ST. JOHN BEFORE THE LATIN GATE.

Boiling oil bath? No problem for St. John! Discover how he walked out refreshed, baffling emperors and inspiring saints. Click to unravel the miracle!

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A black and white illustration of two Catholic monks in a monastery setting. One monk is kneeling in prayer, while the other stands holding a book. The scene depicts religious devotion and contemplation within a stone-walled room with arched windows.

MAY 5, 2025 – ST. PIUS V.

Saint. Reformer. Ottoman-crusher. Discover how St. Pius V tackled heresy, reformed Rome, and accidentally kissed poisoned feet. Click to uncover the saintly drama!

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A woman with a halo sits by water in a serene landscape, holding an open book. She is dressed in long robes and appears to be praying or reading. The scene includes ruins, palm trees, and a calm body of water with ducks in the background. The artwork is in black and white, evoking a historical or religious theme.

MAY 4, 2025 – ST. MONICA.

When your prayers are so powerful, even a stubborn genius like Augustine can’t escape. Monica’s secret weapon? Divine persistence with a dash of motherly guilt.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic exorcism scene. A priest holds a crucifix, while others pray around a bed-bound person. The word "LARA" is held up by one individual, suggesting an exorcism ritual."

MAY 3, 2025 – THE DISCOVERY OF THE HOLY CROSS.

St. Helen’s epic treasure hunt: no map, no GPS—just faith, determination, and a miraculous cross reveal. Click to uncover her divine discovery!

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure with a halo, standing in an ancient Egyptian setting. The figure appears to be praying or gesturing towards the sky with a serene expression, surrounded by pyramids and desert landscape. The figure is dressed in traditional religious attire, suggesting a Catholic saint or holy person.

MAY 2, 2025 – ST. ATHANASIUS, BISHOP.

Arius tried to crash the Church party. Athanasius said, ‘Not on my watch.’ Five exiles later, he’s still the undefeated champ of orthodoxy.

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Two robed figures with halos walking together in a rural landscape, one holding a shield with a cross. Black and white illustration depicting Catholic saints or disciples in a serene, historical setting.

MAY 1, 2025 – SS. PHILIP AND JAMES, APOSTLES.

Saints with style: Philip followed fast, James prayed hard—like REALLY hard. Dive into their legendary lives that shaped early Christianity!

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic monk preaching, with a kneeling figure in front and another standing man. A crowd is gathered around them near an ornate building with classical architecture, suggesting a historical or religious scene. The monk is raising his hand in blessing or teaching gesture.

APRIL 30, 2025 – ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA.

Meet Catherine: prayer prodigy, Pope persuader, and demon deterrent. She’s got visions, wounds, and attitude—like a 14th-century superhero in a Dominican habit.

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Monks in robes praying inside a dimly lit cathedral, with one figure kneeling and others standing. The scene is in black and white, depicting a solemn Catholic prayer setting.

APRIL 29, 2025 – ST. PETER, MARTYR. – ST. HUGH, ABBOT OF CLUNI.

What’s more hardcore than preaching in the sun? Summoning clouds, surviving slander, and, oh—writing your last words in blood. Meet St. Peter, the ultimate faith warrior.

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A man prays over a sleeping figure under a tree, with soldiers in the background. Black and white illustration depicting a Catholic saint or biblical scene.

APRIL 28, 2025 – ST. PAUL OF THE CROSS. – ST. VITALIS, MARTYR.

Meet saints who laughed at pain, branded themselves, and chatted with grass. Martyrs, miracles, and mayhem await. Who knew holiness was this hardcore?

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure, possibly a nun or saint, holding a lantern. The figure stands at the entrance of an arched doorway with stone steps and walls. A tree is visible on the left side, adding to a serene, historical Catholic setting.

APRIL 27, 2025 – SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER – ST. ZITA, VIRGIN.

Meet Saint Zita: bread-baking prodigy, saintly underdog, and household miracle worker. Her recipe for divine intervention? Pray hard, bake harder.

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