Saints in April

Sacred Jesus, as a bishop and an ecclesiastical writer who understood the tremendous value of Your Passion on the Cross, Saint Melito of Sardis wrote: “He suffered for the sake of those who suffer, He was bound for those in bonds.”   Help me to fully grasp the meaning that Your sacrifice has for my life.  When I look upon a crucifix in church or in my home, remind me that by Your stripes I was healed.  Give me a mind that understands why You suffered for me.  Teach me to imitate You in giving passionate love to others, offering up all the pain of difficult relationships for their healing.  Saint Melito, pray for me.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Melito of Sardis (d.c.180)

When a man turns away ever so little from error, the mention of the truth is acceptable to him. For, just as when the cloud breaks ever so little there comes fair weather, even so, when a man turns toward God, the thick cloud of error which deprived him of true vision is quickly withdrawn from before him.”

Come, then, all you nations of men, receive forgiveness for the sins that defile you. I am your forgiveness. I am the Passover that brings salvation. I am the lamb who was immolated for you. I am your ransom, your life, your resurrection, your light, I am your salvation and your king. I will bring you to the heights of heaven. With my own right hand I will raise you up, and I will show you the eternal Father.”

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O Divine Master, Saint Francis of Paola learned sanctity by separating himself from the world.  He discovered that miracles are the rewards of being attached to nothing but You.  He advised his followers to use penances to detach from sinful ways.  There are many ideas and possessions that I cling to instead of You, making self-sufficiency a higher priority.  Help me, Lord, to realize how harmful this is to my soul.  I ask Saint Francis of Paola to pray for me to weed out from my life everything that fails to bring me closer to You.  Teach me to detach from the world and to love You above all else.  Saint Francis, pray for me.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Francis of Paola (1416-1507)

Be peace-loving. Peace is a precious treasure to be sought with great zeal. You are well aware that our sins arouse God’s anger. You must change your life, therefore, so that God in his mercy will pardon you. What we conceal from men is known to God.”

See to it that you refrain from harsh words. But if you do speak them, do not be ashamed to apply the remedy from the same lips that inflicted the wounds. In this way you will show each other mercy and not keep alive the memories of past wrongs.”

Take pains to refrain from sharp words. Pardon one another so that later on you will not remember the injury. The recollection of an injury is itself wrong. It adds to our anger, nurtures our sins and hates what is good. It is a rusty arrow and poison for the soul. It puts all virtue to flight.”

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Blessed Savior, Saint Mary of Egypt was a prostitute who joined a pilgrimage to Jerusalem simply because she liked to travel.  When her tour group entered the church that housed Your Sacred Cross, an unseen force held her back.  Convicted of her need to repent, she realized that her sins had been nailed to the Cross, and her demons fled.  In awe, she went into the church to worship You.  Help me to make a good examination of conscience.  Open my eyes to the sins I have been hiding, rationalizing or ignoring.  Free me from the lies and deceptions that hold me back from accepting Your love.  Saint Mary of Egypt, pray for me.  Amen.

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Saint Mary of Egypt (c.344-c.421)

May God defend us from the evil one and from his designs, for fierce is his struggle against us.”

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Holy Spirit of God, Saint Isidore of Seville was one of the most learned men of his day and has become the patron saint of computer users and the Internet.  I ask him to assist our modern world through his prayers.  O Lord, bless and sanctify how we in our society handle computers and the Internet.  Send your holy warrior angels to defeat demonic intentions for this technology, and inspire websites and programs that glorify You and that build up rather than destroy people’s minds, hearts and souls.  Help the Church realize its full potential in using this tool as part of His ministry of evangelization.  Saint Isidore of Seville, pray for us.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Isidore of Seville (c.560-636)

When God’s grace touches our innermost minds to bring understanding, His Word which has been received by the ear sinks deep into the heart.”

Confession heals, confession justifies, confession grants pardon of sin. All hope consists in confession. In confession there is a chance for mercy. Believe it firmly. Do not doubt, do not hesitate, never despair of the mercy of God. Hope and have confidence in confession.”

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O God, Saint Vincent Ferrer was a great preacher who converted thousands in several countries.  He often said, “If you truly want to help the soul of your neighbor, you should approach God first with all your heart.  Ask Him simply to fill you with charity, the greatest of all virtues; with it you can accomplish what you desire.”   So with the help of his prayers, I ask You, O God, to teach me how to evangelize through loving others as You love them.  Instill in me a heart that is full of compassion for everyone.  Remind me of whom I do not love and guide me into giving them holy, unconditional love.  Saint Vincent Ferrer, pray for me.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Vincent Ferrer (1350-1419)

If you truly want to help the soul of your neighbor, you should approach God first with all your heart. Ask him simply to fill you with charity, the greatest of all virtues.”

Study fatigues and drains the mind and heart. Go from time to time to refresh them at the feet of Jesus Christ under his cross. Some moments of repose in his sacred wounds give fresh vigor and new lights. Interrupt your application by short but fervent and ejaculatory prayers; never begin or end your study but by prayer.”

When troubled with temptations, raise up your heart and soul to God, humbly beseeching Him to turn them to His greater glory, and to your salvation, supporting the temptations as long as it shall please Him, and imploring Him to grant you grace never to offend Him.”

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Mighty God, Saint William of Eskilsoe (c.1125-1203) worked so hard on his spiritual growth that he developed a widespread reputation for holiness and austerity.  I ask him to pray for my spiritual growth.  Help me, Lord, to become rigorous in my studies of Church teaching and scripture, devoted to understanding Your ways.  Make me steadfast in learning more about the truth and determined to be unswayed by the lies and deceptions of the world.  Give me a desire to work hard at staying on the road of holiness.  And let the fruits of my labors be a life that convinces others to follow the same path.  Saint William of Eskilsoe, pray for me.  Amen

Quote for Today

Blessed Zefirino Agostini (1813-1896)
Feast day April 6

Do not be dismayed by toil or suffering, nor by the meager fruit of your labors. Remember that God rewards not according to results, but effort.”

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Blessed Jesus, Saint John Baptist de la Salle was the “Father of Modern Education” and the founder of Christian Brothers schools.  He made good academic education available to all, not just nobility, and he supported the schools by draining his own wealth.  I ask him to pray for all the Catholic, private, and public schools that are in my town, and for our children to be given teachers who have good ethics.  O God, purge harmful teachings from our classrooms, and bless the faculty and administrators as they make decisions on how their schools and classes should be run.  Saint John Baptist de la Salle , pray for us.  Amen

Quotes for Today

Saint Jean-Baptiste de la Salle (1901-1927)

God wants you to remain completely abandoned to his guidance, awaiting from him alone and from his goodness all the help you need. Follow the example of the crowd of people who had come following Jesus Christ and who waited patiently for him to provide for their nourishment without even taking the trouble to lay their needs before him.”

Do not have any anxiety about the future. Leave everything in God’s hands for he will take care of you.”

You should pay attention to your behavior in what concerns not only yourself but others also, for it is impossible to please God if you do not live amicably with others. Nor will you have peace of soul unless you show consideration for those for whom you ought to set a good example.”

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Dear Father in Heaven, Saint Walter of Pontnoise (c.1030-c.1099) was made an abbot against his will.  He fled several times to escape the position, and finally went to Rome to give his resignation directly to the pope.  However, the pope asked him to return to his monastery, accept his responsibilities as abbot, and never quit again.  There are jobs that I, too, want to get rid of, ministries I would like to say no to, and opportunities for serving that I have run away from.  Help me to know which ones I should say yes to, and give me the courage and commitment to obey You.  I ask Saint Walter of Pontnoise to intercede for me in these responsibilities.  Amen.

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Saint Julie Billiart (1751-1816)
Feast day April 8

However severe God’s guidance may seem at times, it’s always the guidance of a Father who is infinitely good, wise, and kind. He leads us to our goal by different paths.”

I ought to die of shame to think I have not already died of gratitude to my good God.”

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Lord of Justice, because Saint Waldetrudis (d.688) came from a very holy family and had a good marriage with saintly children, her neighbors grew jealous, and to bring her down, they claimed that she only appeared to be holy in order to cover up some hidden sins.  Since You knew the truth, she did not defend herself.  I ask Saint Waldetrudis to pray about the injustices committed against me—the gossip, the slander, the prejudices, and the wrong impressions.  Lord, be my Defender.  Give me strength to resist fighting back.  Help me to see these trials as opportunities for more spiritual growth.  Saint Waldetrudis, pray for me.  Amen.

Quote for Today

Saint Raphael of Lesvos (d.1463)
Feast Day April 9

Patience is a heavenly gift, a gift from the Heavenly Father. With patience, and love for your fellow men, you become a victor in life’s continual trials.”

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God of Healing, Saint Macarius of Antioch (d.1012) was the first to write a formal creed that described the Eucharist as life-giving.  Since he died of the plague, he is the patron saint for plagues and other widespread illnesses.  I ask him to pray for the people inflicted with today’s most difficult diseases: Corona virus, AIDS, HIV, cancer, arthritis, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, leukemia, cerebral palsy, heart disorders, and all the others.  Lord Jesus, heal them with Your life-giving Body and Blood.  Inspire scientists to find cures.  Protect us from situations that spread these diseases.  Deliver us from choices that endanger us.  Saint Macarius of Antioch, pray for us.  Amen.

Quote for Today

Saint Maddalena of Canossa (1774-183)
Feast day April 10

Do not worry about anything. Do the little you can. You can be sure that you will make mistakes again, but you should never stop being happy and peaceful. You will see that, by falling into mistakes and rising again, we shall go to heaven.”

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Most Holy Redeemer, Saint Stanislaus of Cracow (c.1030-1079) dedicated himself to the formation of clergy, and he became popular as a spiritual adviser.  I ask him to intercede for the priests I know, including those in my parish, and to pray for clergy throughout the world.  Lord Jesus, motivate them to take time for friendships, retreats, spiritual direction, prayer and meditation with the saints, and pilgrimages that will enhance their relationships with You.  Heal their wounds and deliver them from their fears.  Help them reach their full potential as Your representatives here on Earth.  Fill them with zeal for their ministry.  Saint Stanislaus of Cracow, pray for us.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Barsanuphius of Gaza (d.540)
Feast Day April 11

Do not seek to be regarded as somebody, don’t compare yourself to others in anything. Leave the world, mount the cross, discard all earthly things.”

Saint Gemma Galgani (1878-1903)
Feast Day April 11

If I saw the gates of Hell open and I stood on the brink of the abyss, I should not despair, I should not lose hope of mercy, because I should trust in Thee, my God.”

You see, my God, if You give so many graces, so many gifts, so many favors, to a soul who could compensate You with a good store of virtue, so many benefits might be repaid; but if You give them thus to me, it can only be done by a plea for mercy.”

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Holy Jesus, Saint Sabas (439-532) served You as a lector in church until he was captured by heathens.  When he refused to eat food that had been sacrificed to idols, he was martyred.  Make me aware, O Lord, of the “food” that the world offers, which is poisonous to my soul.  Purify me of appetites for immoral shows and movies, from spending money on goods I don’t need while the poor go hungry, and from socializing with people who might lead me into sin.  Give me the strength and courage to say no to everything that is not part of Your Kingdom, even if the cost is ridicule and rejection.  Saint Sabas , pray for me.  Amen.

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Saint Joseph Moscati (1880-1927)
Feast Day April 12

Let us daily practice charity. God is love. He who loves is in God and God in him. Let us never forget to offer every day, nay, every moment, our actions to God, doing all things for love.”

Love truth; show yourself as you are, without pretenses and fears and without ceremonies. And if the truth causes you persecution accept it, and if it causes some torment, bear it and if for truth’s sake you should sacrifice your self and your life, be strong in your sacrifice.”

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O Holy Spirit, Saint Martin I was the last of the martyred popes.  He devoted himself to being a good and holy leader—an example of Christ for the world to see—in spite of the personal costs.  I ask him to pray for our current pope and for our future popes, that they be pious men, guided by the Holy Spirit, dedicated to the Blessed Mother, and deeply prayerful.  Protect them, dear Lord, against the attacks of the Enemy and the disloyalty of the unbelieving public.  Open the minds of other world leaders and soften all of our hearts to become willing to follow the Pope’s wisdom and guidance.  Saint Martin I, pray for us.  Amen.

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Pope Saint Martin I (d.655)

The Lord has commanded us to shun evil and do good; but not to reject the good with the evil. We are not to deny at the same time both truth and error.”

As for my body, God will take care of it. God is with me. Why should I worry?”

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Blessed Redeemer, Saints Tiburtius and Valerian and Maximus (c. 2nd Century) were martyred because of the boldness of their faith.  I offer to You the crosses in my life that I am afraid to continue carrying.  Give me the courage and strength to remain with You, my Lord Jesus, in the way of sacrifice for the glory of God’s kingdom.  Help me to love You more than my own life. And when I get tired and think I cannot bear one more day of suffering, give me rest and restoration to get me going again. Saints Tiburtius and Valerian and Maximus, pray for me.  Amen.

Quote for Today

Venerable Fulton Sheen (1895-1979)

The refusal to take sides on great moral issues is itself a decision. It is a silent acquiescence to evil. The Tragedy of our time is that those who still believe in honesty lack fire and conviction, while those who believe in dishonesty are full of passionate conviction.”

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Blessed Savior, Saint Hunna (d.679) served You in a simple but meaningful way, using a skill that was common and lowly.  She helped her neighbors—all of them, regardless of status—by doing their laundry.  I lift up to You my neighbors and the ways in which I interact with them.  Help me, O Lord, to find ways to serve them in their everyday needs, as a living testimony of who You are and how much You love them.  Where there are divisions between neighbors, show me how to be a peacemaker.  When neighbors do me wrong, show me how to do good to them in a way that will soften their hearts.  Saint Hunna, pray for us.  Amen.

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Blessed Cesar de Bus (1544-1607)
Feast Day April 15

How can I recommend myself to God while I am on the way to offend Him?”

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O Loving Jesus, Saint Benedict Joseph Labre paid close attention to how well his life compared to the holiness You described in the Gospels.  To purify himself, he performed acts of penance every time he committed even the smallest sin.  He loved the Bible so much that he carried it everywhere until the day he died.  I ask him to pray for me to value the Word of God just as highly as he did.  Dear Lord, use it to inspire me to grow in holiness.  Encourage me with its promises.  Direct my steps on the path to spiritual maturity by leading me through the verses that teach me how to live for You in everyday life.  Saint Benedict Joseph Labre, pray for us.  Amen.

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Benedict Joseph Labre (1748-1783)

God is so good and so merciful, that to obtain Heaven it is sufficient to ask it of Him from our hearts.”

If there were only one person to be condemned, each should fear to be that one.”

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Lord Jesus, Saint Stephen Harding (1060-1134) found great joy in imitating You through a life of poverty, praying, fasting, and working hard.  When the other monks got tired of such a difficult life, Saint Stephen formed a new community, the Cistercians.  I ask him to pray for me when life becomes a burden.  Help me, O God, to discover the redemption that comes from doing what is not easy: giving up materialistic desires, spending more time in prayer, doing penance by making sacrifices and fasting, and completing work that is not pleasant.  Overcome my laziness and my resistance to appreciating the difficult.  Saint Stephen Harding, pray for me.  Amen.

Quotes for Today

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-1680)
Feast day April 17

Who will teach me what is most pleasing to God, that I may do it?”

Despise the discourse of those who have no faith.”

I will willingly abandon this miserable body to hunger and suffering, provided that my soul may have its ordinary nourishment.”

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Dear God, when Saint Perfecto (d.850) was stopped by Moors who asked his opinion of Jesus, Perfecto explained, “Jesus is the Son of God and the Savior of the world.”  Even though they had promised that he would not be harmed for his answer, they arrested him for blasphemy, then tried him and executed him.  Lord, help me to defend the Faith against non-Christian beliefs, professing Jesus as Your only Son, no matter what it might cost me.  Give me courage with compassion to make use of every opportunity to speak the truth, and when I am deceived into believing I will not be persecuted, help me to forgive.  Saint Perfecto, pray for me.  Amen.

Quote for Today

Blessed Marie Anne Blondin (1809-1890)
Feast day April 18

There is more happiness in forgiving than in revenge.”

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Jesus My Savior, Saint Elphege (954-1012) understood the Passion You suffered for love of us.  During his ministry as an archbishop, his country was attacked by pagans, so he rushed to the gruesome battlefield and redirected the enemy’s attack away from the people.  The offenders burned his cathedral, tortured him and imprisoned him.  When he refused to pay for his release with the Church’s money, he sealed his death.  I ask him to pray for me to gain a better understanding of what it means to make sacrifices for love of others.  Use my faith in You, O Lord, as a shield for those who are vulnerable to the enemy.  Saint Elphege, pray for me.  Amen.

Quote for Today

The Prophet Isaiah

Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)

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Holy Jesus, as the prioress of her Dominican convent, Saint Agnes of Montepulciano (1268-1317) served her sisters as if she were serving You personally.  She believed that You—and not herself—was the one who was really in charge of the convent.  In everything she did, she put You first and found great satisfaction in doing difficult penances and in humbling herself toward others.  I ask her to pray for the right attitude in the way I treat people.  Remind me that it is always You whom I serve, and give me eyes that can see You when I look at everyone else.  Teach me how to put You in charge of my home, my job and my ministry.  Saint Agnes of Montepulciano, pray for me. Amen.

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Venerable Fulton Sheen (1895-1979)

If you do not live what you believe, you will end up believing what you live.”

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Precious Savior, Saint Anselm of Canterbury actively fought against slavery in England, even getting politically involved and obtaining legislation that made it illegal to sell human beings.  I ask him to intercede for people today who are enslaved in some way—in countries where slavery is still accepted, in family members and friends who are in bondage to addictions, in myself where sin has entrapped me, and in workplaces where there are people I care about who are being mistreated and made to work in illegal conditions.  Lord Jesus, deliver us into the freedom You won for us on the Cross.  Saint Anselm of Canterbury, pray for us.  Amen.

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Saint Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109)

Faith seeks understanding. I do not seek to understand in order to believe, but I believe in order to understand. For I believe this: unless I believe, I will not understand.”

In your mercy heal us, in your love and tenderness remake us. In your compassion bring grace and forgiveness, for the beauty of heaven may your love prepare us.”

From the moment of her fiat, Mary began to carry all of us in her womb.”

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Lord Jesus, Saint Theodore of Sykeon (6th Century) was a monk and a bishop who worked amazing miracles, including healings.  He put an end to a plague of insects by praying, confidently putting the matter into Your hands.  I ask him to pray for my most difficult situations, that miracles will occur and build up the faith of those who see or hear my testimony.  I also ask Saint Theodore to pray for the people whose need for miracles have come to my attention.  For Your glory, O Lord, do what seems impossible!  Show me how I can pray to become a channel of Your great power, as an instrument of the Holy Spirit.  Saint Theodore of Sykeon, pray for us.  Amen.

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Venerable Fulton Sheen (1895-1979)

It’s impossible to lose your footing when you’re on your knees.”

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Mighty God, Saint George (d.303)was nicknamed the “Victory Bringer” because he relied on Your power to defeat evil wherever he went.  Starting out as a soldier in his country’s army, he converted and became a soldier for Christ.  Laying down the world’s armor by giving his wealth to the poor, he forever after carried the shield of faith and won many victories for those who sought Your help.  I ask him to pray for the battles I’ve been enduring, and to bring Your triumph into my life.  Help me to overcome the Enemy, Lord Jesus, and teach me how to protect myself with ever-increasing faith.  Saint George, pray for me.  Amen.

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Blessed Teresa Maria of the Cross (1846-1910)
Feast day April 23

God makes saints with a chisel, not a paintbrush.”

Blessed Giles of Assisi (1190-1262)
Feast day April 23

A sinner ought never to despair of the mercy of God while he lives; for there is hardly a tree so thorny and gnarled that men may not make it smooth and pretty and ornament it. So much the more there is no sinner in the world so great whom God cannot in many ways adorn with grace and virtues.”

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O Holy Spirit, Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen was a lawyer who loved to defend the poor.  Eventually he became so disgusted by his colleagues’ greed, immorality, and uncaring attitudes that he left his practice for the priesthood and gave his wealth to needy seminarians and others.  I ask him to intercede for the lawyers of my town and nation.  Inspire them, Lord, to grow closer to You, to become advocates for the unjustly accused, and to work for Your Kingdom.  Help my family and friends who are in court cases, and minister to them through their lawyers, ensuring fair treatment and victory.  Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, pray for us.  Amen.

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Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen (1577-1622)

Woe to me if I should prove myself but a halfhearted soldier in the service of my thorn crowned Captain.”

It is because of faith that we exchange the present for the future.”

Saint Mary Euphrasia Pelletier (1796-1868)
Feast day April 24

If you always love one another, if you always uphold one another, you will be capable of working wonders!”

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Heavenly Father, Saint Mark the Evangelist ran away in fear when Jesus was arrested, but after the resurrection and the descent of the Holy Spirit in the Upper Room, he became a writer of the Faith, and he helped Saints Paul, Barnabas, and Peter build the new Church.  Take my fears, O Lord, and replace them with a zeal for evangelization using the gifts of the Holy Spirit.  Fill me to overflowing with the Spirit, so that I may boldly and powerfully serve my parish community and the ministries into which You send me.  Give me faithful partners like Saints Paul, Barnabas, and Peter, and use us to build Your Church.  Saint Mark the Evangelist, pray for me.  Amen.

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Saint Mark the Evangelist (c.12-68)

He said to them, “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved; whoever does not believe will be condemned.”

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Lord Jesus, Saint Radbertus (c.785-860) was a scripture scholar who wrote Bible studies, including an in-depth commentary on the Gospel of Saint Matthew.  His most popular writing was entitled, The Body and Blood of Christ.  I ask him to pray for an increase in my knowledge of scripture and for a greater devotion to the Sacrament of the Eucharist.  When others doubt or question Your True Presence in the bread and wine of Holy Communion, help me to speak up—boldly and convincingly—to defend the truth with intelligence, knowledge of scripture, and personal testimony.  Saint Radbertus, pray for me.  Amen.

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Venerable Fulton Sheen (1895-1979)

The greatest love story of all time is contained in a tiny white Host.”

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Lord God, at age twelve, Saint Zita (c.1212-1272) was sold to a family as a domestic servant, and she stayed in that position for the rest of her life.  Because of her Christian beliefs, she often gave away her food, and sometimes her master’s food, to those who were needier than herself.  This caused problems with her employers.  I ask Zita, patron saint of domestic servants and homemakers, to intercede for the members of my family and friends who are responsible for household tasks and raising children.  O Jesus, help them with their problems, especially those created by the choice to stay home to serve the family.  Saint Zita, pray for us.  Amen.

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Venerable Fulton Sheen (1895-1979)

Freedom does not mean that right to do whatever we please, but rather to do as we ought. The right to do whatever we please reduces freedom to a physical power and forgets that freedom is a moral power.”

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Holy Spirit, Giver of Life, Saint Peter Chanel (1803-1841) became a priest at a time when many had lost interest in the Faith.  Assigned to a parish that was spiritually dead, he discovered that frequent prayer and daily Mass kept him from becoming discouraged.  In just three years of working to inspire people to get excited about Jesus and His Church again, the parish came alive with spiritual fervor.  I ask Saint Peter to intercede for my parish.  Lord, enliven the people who don’t have much enthusiasm, and give a spiritual hunger to those who don’t attend Mass.  Bring renewed life to the Church.  Saint Peter Chanel, pray for us.  Amen.

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Saint Gianna Beretta Molla (1922-1962)
Feast day April 28

The secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thank God for all that He, in His goodness, sends to us day after day.”

Saint Louis Marie de Montfort (1673-1716)
Feast day April 28

It is the Spirit of God which animates you and prompts you. Henceforth, then, be without fear and follow your inspirations.”

What, then, does God look upon with pleasure and delight? It is the man who is fighting for Him against riches, against the world, hell and himself, the man who is cheerfully carrying his cross.”

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O My Savior, Saint Catherine of Siena took her faith out into the world to make a difference for Your Kingdom.  She served as a spiritual guide to many, she affected politics, and she convinced the pope to return the Church’s leadership to Rome.  By word and deed, she taught that Christians should influence the world with their spiritual values.  I ask her to pray for me, that I will recognize the opportunities around me in which I can assert my Christian Faith to help shape society.  Lord, fill me with a desire to get involved in the world’s affairs, and show me how to do it well.  Saint Catherine of Siena, pray for me.  Amen.

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Saint Catherine of Siena (1347-1380)

I see your mercy pressing you to give us even more when you leave yourself with us as food to strengthen our weakness, so that we forgetful fools should be reminded forever of your goodness.”

Everything comes from love; all is ordained for the salvation of man. God does nothing without this goal in mind.”

Now we are the vessel that has received this blood. And we are the rock into which the standard of the most holy cross was set. “

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Heavenly King, Saint Pius V was the pope who reformed the Church after the Protestant division.  To propagate improved standards, he published a new breviary and missal, he issued a new catechism to help people understand clearly the teachings of the Church, and he promoted the Rosary.  I ask him to pray for the Church today.  Help us, Lord, to renew our parishes in the strength of true doctrine; to learn the teachings of the Magisterium so that we become certain of our Faith, to overcome false beliefs and weed out misconceptions, and to better utilize the devotions and prayers of our heritage.  Saint Pius V, pray for us.  Amen.

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Pope Saint Pius V (1502-1572)

You are the salt of the earth! You are the light of the world! See to it that the people are edified by your example, by the purity of your lives, by the moderation of your conduct, and the brilliance of your holiness! God does not ask of you mere ordinary virtue. He demands downright perfection!”

Blessed Marie Guyart (1599-1672)
Feast day April 30

One must undertake all things for the service of God and the salvation of one’s neighbor.”

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