Today, we come together in prayer to seek God’s peace and guidance. As we journey through Eastertide, we are reminded of the new life and hope given to us through Christ’s Resurrection. Let us open our hearts to the Lord’s presence
Today’s Prayer
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the gift of Saint Louis Marie de Montfort, whose devotion to Your Blessed Mother inspires us to love and serve You with greater faith. Through his intercession, help us to consecrate ourselves fully to Jesus through Mary, trusting in her motherly care. Strengthen our hearts with courage and humility as we live out Your Gospel.Guide us, O Lord, to be instruments of Your peace and love in the world today. May we be reborn daily through the power of Your Spirit.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen
📖 Mass Readings for April 28th, 2025
Monday of the Second Week of Easter
- First Reading:
Acts 4:23-31
“They raised their voices to God with one accord.” - Responsorial Psalm:
Psalm 2:1-3, 4-7a, 7b-9
“Blessed are all who take refuge in the Lord.” - Gospel:
John 3:1-8
“Unless one is born of water and Spirit, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God.”
✨ Saint of the Day: Saint Louis Marie de Montfort
Today, we honor Saint Louis Marie de Montfort (1673–1716), a French Roman Catholic priest and Confessor. He is renowned for his deep devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and his work in promoting the Rosary and Marian consecration. His most famous work, True Devotion to Mary, has influenced countless faithful, including Pope John Paul II.
Interesting Facts about Saint Louis Marie de Montfort
- He founded the Company of Mary (Montfort Missionaries) and the Daughters of Wisdom.
- He faced many hardships and opposition in his mission work but remained resilient.
- His motto, “Totus Tuus” (“Totally Yours”), emphasizes total consecration to Jesus through Mary.
- Declared a saint by Pope Pius XII in 1947.
