Daily Readings

Two men in medieval attire stand inside a cathedral. One is dressed as a nobleman, the other as a bishop. They gesture towards an archway revealing a cityscape. The scene is in black and white, depicting Catholic religious and historical themes.

MAY 16 – ST. JOHN NEPOMUCEN.

The faithful St. John Nepomucen showed incredible strength & faith, refusing to be moved by Emperor Wenceslas’s temptations and threats – getting ransacked, bound & thrown into a river – before his shrine, with one member incorrupt, was opened 330 years later.

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A black and white illustration of ancient Roman gladiators in an arena, with one gladiator lying injured on the ground. Several other gladiators and a robed figure stand nearby, observing or preparing for combat. The scene is set against a backdrop of stone walls and an archway.

MAY 15 – SS. PETER AND DIONYSIA.

Witness the remarkable faith of St. Peter & St. Dionysia, who showed no fear in facing death for Christ and giving up worldly possessions for eternal life!

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A monk kneels in prayer before an angel holding a book, set against a rocky landscape with a haloed figure in the background. Black and white illustration depicting Catholic religious themes.

MAY 14 – ST. PACHOMIUS, ABBOT.

Reflect on the journey of St. Pachomius, who abandoned his life as a heathen and devoted himself to perfecting his relationship with God. Read more now!

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A monk in robes stirs a large pot over an open fire outdoors, with religious architecture and books visible. Black and white illustration of a Catholic setting.

MAY 13 – ST. JOHN THE SILENT. OUR LADY OF FATIMA.

Learn from the exemplary life of St. John, born a noble and eventually retiring to the monastery of St. Sabas where he sought to make penance and contemplation his only pursuit.

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A black and white illustration of a robed saint with a halo, holding a staff and book. The figure stands on rocky terrain under a dramatic sky, evoking themes of pilgrimage or spiritual journey.

MAY 12 – ST. EPIPHANIUS, ARCHBISHOP.

Learn about St. Epiphanius and his devotion to God’s kingdom, from becoming a monastic in Egypt to converting Vitalis at Antioch, all while keeping up with his austerities and charitable acts.

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A black and white illustration of a religious procession with clergy in robes, one holding a cross, another a book. A bishop is central, wearing a mitre and holding a staff. People are gathered around in medieval attire, with a backdrop of buildings and clouds. The scene depicts a Catholic religious ceremony or procession.

MAY 11 – ST. MAMMERTUS, ARCHBISHOP.

Follow the example of St. Mammertus, renowned for sanctity and learning, who used a terrible fire as an opportunity to instill the power of prayer in the people. Read how!

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A black and white illustration of a bishop blessing two sick individuals, one seated and the other lying down. The bishop holds a staff with a cross. A cityscape is visible in the background, suggesting an urban setting. The scene conveys a Catholic theme of healing and pastoral care.

MAY 10 – ST. ANTONINUS, BISHOP.

Learn from the incredible example of St. Antoninus and his dedication to serving God and relieving the poor – allowing even the poorest among us to give alms in some way. Read more!

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A person with a halo sits in contemplation amidst rocky terrain, dressed in flowing robes, suggesting a religious or spiritual scene. Black and white illustration.

MAY 9 – ST. GREGORY NAZIANZEN.

Reflect on the example of St. Gregory and his tremendous grace as he forgave a would-be assassin, converted heretics, wrote poetry and earned the title of Theologian!

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A figure with wings and a robe ascends into a cloudy sky, surrounded by radiant light. The scene is in black and white with Catholic themes of ascension or divine intervention, featuring a barren tree on the right.

MAY 8 – THE APPARITION OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL.

Discover how God relies on angelic help to protect His Church, especially St. Michael who stands against Antichrist – venerate him today!

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop kneeling before a seated saint in a church setting. A man in elaborate robes appears to be pushing the bishop, with other figures observing. The scene suggests a dramatic or confrontational moment within a religious context.

MAY 7 – ST. STANISLAS, BISHOP, MARTYR.

Take a journey with St. Stanislas as he courageously rebukes sin, faces off against King Boleslas II and ultimately pays the ultimate price for his faith.

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