Daily Readings

A person kneeling in prayer within a dimly lit, arched room with a book on a pedestal. The scene depicts a Catholic prayer setting in black and white.

AUGUST 14 – ST. EUSEBIUS, PRIEST. & ST. MAXIMILLIAN KOLBE

Take courage by learning from the example of St. Eusebius, who endured suffering for his faith and was rewarded with a heavenly promise from Christ Himself.

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A black and white illustration of a woman kneeling in prayer before a priest at an altar, with religious vestments and a cross visible. The scene depicts a Catholic confession or blessing ritual.

AUGUST 13 – ST. RADEGUNDES, QUEEN.

Follow in the footsteps of Saint Radegundes, who as a young queen, devoted her life to God’s service and left behind a legacy of holiness at the great monastery she built in Poitiers.

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A black and white illustration of three robed figures in a cathedral setting, one holding a lantern. A person is kneeling on the floor, appearing to be in distress or prayer. Architectural details of a church are visible in the background.

AUGUST 12 – ST. CLARE, ABBESS.

Embrace the inspiring example of St. Clare and her Order of poverty, who braved an infidel army with the Blessed Sacrament and were delivered!

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Two black-and-white illustrations of Catholic saints in religious attire, one holding a book and the other draped in a cloak. Both figures are haloed, standing outdoors with medieval landscapes behind them. The left figure holds a shield and sword.

AUGUST 11 – SS. TIBURTIUS AND SUSANNA, MARTYRS.

Learn from the noble stories of St. Tranquillinus, St. Susanna, and Chromatius – how they triumphed over sufferings with heroic faith & patience to receive heavenly rewards!

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A black and white illustration of Jesus being taken down from the cross by two men, with angels in the background. A crowd is visible in the distance. This scene depicts a Catholic theme of the Deposition from the Cross.

AUGUST 10 – ST. LAURENCE, MARTYR.

Take inspiration from St. Laurence and his charity, who collected the poor, infirm, and religious to show the prefect of Rome true riches in Jesus.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop blessing a kneeling soldier with a halo, holding a sword. The bishop wears ornate vestments and holds a chalice. They are in an underground or prison-like setting with stone walls and arches.

AUGUST 9 – ST. ROMANUS, MARTYR.

Be inspired by St. Romanus, a soldier converted to Christianity in the presence of St. Laurence who was courageous enough to confess his faith and be martyred for it!

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A group of ancient Roman soldiers and a robed figure in ornate garments walking together, likely depicting a religious or ceremonial procession. The scene is in black and white.

AUGUST 8 – ST. CYRIACUS AND HIS COMPANIONS, MARTYRS. & BLESSED PETER FAVRE.

Learn about the inspiring martyrs St. Cyriacus and companions, as well as Blessed Peter Favre, a companion of St. Ignatius of Loyola, who dedicated his life to fighting heresy and restoring faith in Catholic lands.

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A monk kneels before a seated cardinal in an ornate room, presenting a document. The scene is in black and white with detailed historical attire and religious symbols, suggesting a Catholic context.

AUGUST 7 – ST. CAJETAN.

Learn from St. Cajetan’s devout love of our Blessed Lady – it helped him build hospitals, create a Confraternity to revive the clergy and introduce the Forty Hours’ Adoration as an antidote to Calvinism!

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A black and white illustration of Jesus ascending into heaven, surrounded by a radiant light and two angels. Depicts the Ascension of Jesus in Catholic tradition.

AUGUST 6 – THE TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD.

Discover the story of when Jesus took St. Peter and the two sons of Zebedee to Mt. Tabor, where he experienced a glorious vision, Moses and Elijah spoke with Jesus, and a voice from Heaven said ‘Listen to Him’.

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Black and white sketch of a grand cathedral with domes, clock tower, and ornate facade. Crowds gather in the square, emphasizing a historic Catholic church setting. Text reads "SANTA MARIA MAGGIORE"."

AUGUST 5 – THE DEDICATION OF ST. MARY AD NIVES.

Learn the story of Rome’s three patriarch basilicas, St. John Lateran, St. Peter’s and St. Mary Major – founded with a miraculous snow and dedicated to honor the Virgin Mary!

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