Daily Readings
MARCH 31 – ST. BENJAMIN, DEACON, MARTYR.
Take courage in the story of the Champion of Christ, St. Benjamin, who suffered cruel torments under King Isdegerdes and his son Varanes during a 40 year persecution of Christians in Persia.
MARCH 30 – ST. JOHN CLIMACUS.
Follow John’s example of retreat, self mastery, and contemplation. He achieved wisdom, holiness and fame of his teachings which were compiled in his book The Climax or Ladder of Perfection!
MARCH 29 – SS. JONAS, BARACHISIUS, AND THEIR COMPANIONS, MARTYRS.
Learn the inspiring story of Jonas and Barachisius, two brothers that refused to obey King Sapor of Persia and instead chose to serve their immortal King in heaven through extraordinary trials.
MARCH 28 – ST. GONTRAN, KING.
Explore how St. Gontran overcame his barbaric habits through tears of repentance to care for his people, protect the church, and promote mercy – read more about this incredible king!
MARCH 27 – ST. JOHN OF EGYPT.
Learn from the example of St. John, who left the world at age 25, to embrace solitary life in the desert and devote himself to a holy relationship with God.
MARCH 26 – ST. LUDGER, BISHOP.
St. Ludger’s devotion to God was unmatched – even ordering him to court couldn’t take away from his prayers!
MARCH 25 – THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY.
Celebrate the holy tidings brought by Gabriel to Blessed Virgin Mary – an embassy from the King of Kings and one of His heavenly princes honoring her admirable purity and devotion.
MARCH 24 – ST. SIMON, INFANT MARTYR. WILLIAM OF NORWICH, INFANT MARTYR.
Despite their young age, children like Simon and William sacrificed everything to gain their heavenly crown by standing firm in their faith in Jesus Christ.
MARCH 23 – SS. VICTORIAN AND OTHERS, MARTYRS.
Huneric, the Arian king of the Vandals, began a cruel persecution of Catholics in 484, with Victorian, the proconsul of Carthage and faithful Catholic, famously refusing to renounce his faith despite promises of wealth & honors.
MARCH 22 – ST. CATHARINE OF SWEDEN, VIRGIN.
Take inspiration from St. Catharine’s devotion to Christ and her mutual vow of chastity with her partner, Egard – learn more about the couple’s journey in prayer, mortification, and works of charity today!
