Today, the Church reflects on God’s unending love and mercy that guides us through life’s trials. As we begin this new week, we lift our hearts in prayer, asking for strength and grace to remain steadfast in faith.
Prayer of the Day
Heavenly Father,
On this new day, I place all my plans, struggles, and hopes into Your hands. Strengthen me to walk in love, truth, and faithfulness. Help me to forgive where I need to forgive, to give generously, and to live with a spirit of peace. May my actions today bring glory to Your name.
Through Christ our Lord, Amen.
Mass Reading of the Day
First Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 8b-10
Paul gives thanks to God for the faith of the Thessalonians, who received the Word with joy and became examples of faith to others.
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a, 9b
“The Lord takes delight in his people.”
Gospel: Matthew 23:13-22
Jesus condemns the hypocrisy of the scribes and Pharisees, calling His followers to live with sincerity and humility.
Saint of the Day: Saint Louis IX (1214–1270)
King of France, a man of deep faith, justice, and compassion. He cared for the poor, reformed the laws, and led with humility, making his reign a model of Christian kingship.
5 Interesting Facts about Saint Louis IX
- He was crowned King of France at just 12 years old.
- He built the famous Sainte-Chapelle in Paris to house Christ’s Crown of Thorns.
- He was known for feeding the poor daily at his royal table.
- He participated in two Crusades out of deep devotion, though both were unsuccessful militarily.
- He is the only French king to be canonized a saint.
