Daily Readings

A figure with a halo rises from a tomb, surrounded by sleeping soldiers in ancient attire. The scene is depicted in black and white with dramatic lighting, evoking a resurrection theme. Text at the top reads "He is not here; for he has risen."

APRIL 5, 2026 – EASTER – ST. VINCENT FERRER.

Tomb empty, stone rolled, angels announce: “He is risen!” Easter Sunday shatters death’s grip—Jesus walks out alive, turning despair into endless alleluias. Resurrection joy explodes.

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Three men in medieval attire inside a cave with crosses and buildings visible outside, black and white illustration. One man points upwards while the others observe solemnly, suggesting a religious or contemplative scene.

APRIL 4, 2026 – HOLY SATURDAY – ST. ISIDORE, ARCHBISHOP.

Cross empty, tomb sealed, disciples hidden in fear. Holy Saturday’s silence: Christ descends to hell, frees the just, and preps the greatest comeback in history.

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A black and white illustration of Jesus Christ's crucifixion, with Mary Magdalene and the Virgin Mary at the foot of the cross. Roman soldiers are present in the background, emphasizing Catholic themes of sacrifice and devotion.

APRIL 3, 2026 – GOOD FRIDAY – ST. RICHARD OF CHICHESTER.

From Pilate’s court to Calvary hill: Jesus scourged, mocked, crucified between thieves. “It is finished.” Good Friday’s silence after the storm of suffering. Redemption won.

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A black and white illustration of saints washing each other's feet, with halos around their heads. Several figures stand and observe the scene in a room. The scene depicts a Catholic ritual of humility and service, likely the washing of the feet on Maundy Thursday.

APRIL 2, 2026 – HOLY THURSDAY – ST. FRANCIS OF PAULA.

Jesus takes bread, blesses it, gives it to apostles: “This is My Body.” Chalice next: “This is My Blood.” Maundy Thursday’s gift that keeps on giving forever.

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A black and white illustration of Catholic monks in a dimly lit room with religious artifacts, including a crucifix. One monk is kneeling by a sarcophagus while another points towards it. The scene suggests a solemn, religious context with Catholic themes.

APRIL 1, 2026 – WEDNESDAY IN HOLY WEEK – ST. HUGH, BISHOP.

Noble teen Hugh tries hermit life, elected bishop against his will, resigns for monastery—twice—yet returns each time. 52 years of holy rule, still yearning for quiet prayer.

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A person kneeling in prayer within a dimly lit, stone-walled prison cell. The figure wears religious attire and holds rosary beads, suggesting a Catholic theme. A halo is above their head.

MARCH 31, 2026 – TUESDAY IN HOLY WEEK – ST. BENJAMIN, DEACON, MARTYR.

Deacon Benjamin jailed a year, freed on promise to shut up about Christ. Preaches anyway. King furious: reeds under nails, stake through guts. Dies proclaiming Jesus.

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A person dressed in religious attire sits by a cave, pointing upwards while holding an open book. Surrounding rocks and snow are depicted in black and white, suggesting a serene, contemplative scene. Two books rest on a stone nearby. The scene evokes themes of solitude and spiritual reflection, likely related to Catholic traditions.

MARCH 30, 2026 – MONDAY IN HOLY WEEK – ST. JOHN CLIMACUS.

Scholastic star flees world at 16, walls up on cliff, obeys absurd penances, authors spiritual classic, governs monastery short time, dies in quiet ecstasy. Stairway-to-heaven saint.

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A black and white illustration of Jesus riding a donkey into Jerusalem, surrounded by people waving palm branches. Crowd appears to be welcoming him with reverence and joy.

MARCH 29, 2026 – PALM SUNDAY – SS. JONAS, BARACHISIUS, AND THEIR COMPANIONS, MARTYRS.

Jerusalem goes wild for Jesus on a donkey: cloaks, branches, “Blessed is He!” Then the same voices yell “Crucify!” Palm Sunday shows how fast glory turns to dust.

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A black and white illustration of a medieval scene with religious figures, including a robed man blessing another who is kneeling. Several monks and an ill person on a bed are present, suggesting a Catholic healing or exorcism ritual.

MARCH 28, 2026 – LENT DAY 39 – ST. GONTRAN, KING.

Frankish king Guntramnus turns from vice to virtue, defends bishops, punishes corruption, builds monasteries, weeps for his people, ends life in prayer. Patron of second chances.

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A monk in robes stands in a cave, raising his hand towards a glowing figure with a halo. Other figures are present, suggesting a religious or miraculous event. The scene is depicted in black and white with detailed shading.

MARCH 27, 2026 – LENT DAY 38 – ST. JOHN OF EGYPT.

John bricks himself into a cliff cell for 50 years of prayer. Obeys crazy orders in training, heals the blind, predicts emperors’ fates. Joyful hermit who conquered the desert

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