On this day, the Church invites us to reflect on the power of God’s grace working in our lives. The readings remind us to remain steadfast in love, faith, and perseverance, trusting that God calls us to holiness and service.
Prayer of the Day
Heavenly Father, grant me the grace to remain faithful to You in all circumstances. Help me to grow in love, humility, and charity toward others. May Your Spirit guide my heart and actions so that I may live according to Your will and bring glory to Your name. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Mass Reading of the Day
- First Reading: 1 Timothy 4:12–16 — “Set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.”
- Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 111:7-8, 9, 10 — “How great are the works of the Lord!”
- Gospel: Luke 7:36–50 — “Her many sins have been forgiven because she has shown great love.”
Saint of the Day: Saint Joseph of Cupertino (1603–1663)
Saint Joseph of Cupertino, known as the “Flying Friar,” was a humble Franciscan friar blessed with the extraordinary gift of levitation during prayer. Despite being considered slow in learning, he became a powerful witness to God’s grace through simplicity, obedience, and deep devotion.
5 Interesting Facts about Saint Joseph of Cupertino
- He is famously known for levitating during Mass and prayer, sometimes rising several feet into the air.
- Because of this gift, he is the patron saint of students, pilots, and those taking exams.
- Joseph struggled academically but passed his seminary exams miraculously, which he attributed entirely to God’s help.
- His humility and obedience led many people to grow deeper in faith through his example.
- He was canonized in 1767 by Pope Clement XIII.
