FOURTH WEEK OF LENT

SAINT(S) OF THE DAY: FEAST DAY ~ April 1, 2025

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Greetings and blessings, beloved family! Happy Tuesday, Fourth Week of Lent, and welcome to a new month!

We thank God for the  gift of life and for the gift of the new month of April. May this month bring renewal in faith, deepening our journey through Lent and drawing us closer to Christ. May God’s grace guide and strengthen us every day and may His grace and mercy be with us all during this season of our Lenten journey. 🙏🏽

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PRAYER FOR POPE FRANCIS

“Loving God, we thank you for the unwavering faith and leadership of Pope Francis. As he recovers from his hospitalization, we humbly ask for your healing touch upon his body, your peace upon his mind, and your comfort for his spirit. Grant him strength, renewed energy, and a continued ability to serve your flock with compassion and wisdom. We entrust him to your loving care, and we pray that he may soon be restored to good health, if it be your will. Through Christ our Lord, Amen”🙏🏽

PRAYER FOR THE VICTIMS OF NATURAL DISASTER: We join our Holy Father, Pope Francis to pray for the people of Bahía Blanca, in Argentina, affected by the recent floods the area is suffering. We specifically pray for those who have lost their lives due to this natural disaster and their families and all those who are missing and displaced from their homes. May the good Lord grant them all peace and comfort during this challenging time.

On this special feast day, as we continue our Lenten journey, with special intention through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary, and the Saints, particularly Saint Joseph, Patron of the dying, we pray for the sick and dying and all those who mourn the loss of their loved ones and celebrate their memorial anniversary today. We pray for our loved ones who have recently died, for the victims of the recent flood in Argentina and we continue to pray for the repose of the gentle souls of all the faithful departed, may the Lord receive them into the light of Eternal Kingdom. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their gentle souls and souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in perfect peace with our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen 🙏🏽 ✝️🕯✝️🕯✝️🕯

“Blessed are those who have died in the Lord; let them rest from their labors for their good deeds go with them.” ~ Rev 14:13

PRAYER FOR THE DEAD: In your hands, O Lord, we humbly entrust our brothers and sisters. In this life, you embraced them with your tender love; deliver them now from every evil, and bid them eternal rest. The old order has passed away: welcome them into paradise, where there will be no sorrow, no weeping or pain, but fullness of peace and joy with your Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen 🙏🏽

THE HOLY FATHER, POPE FRANCIS’ MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH For families in crisis: Let us pray that broken families might discover the cure for their wounds through forgiveness, rediscovering each other’s gifts, even in their differences. (https://popesprayerusa.net/popes-intentions/)

THE HOLY FATHER, POPE FRANCIS’ MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL: For the use of the new technologies ~ Let us pray that the use of the new technologies will not replace human relationships, will respect the dignity of the person, and will help us face the crises of our times.

PRAYER OF THE MONTH ~ POPE FRANCIS: Lord, Good Father, as I look at the world and see men and women working in it and beautifying it, a great “Thank You!” springs from my heart. The action of Your Spirit among us encourages us to grow in the progress of science and technology in the service of human dignity for integral and inclusive human development. Because we know You desire the good of all, from the heart of Your Church, Your Son calls us to ensure that technology does not replace “person-to-person” contact, that the virtual does not replace the real, and that social networks do not replace social settings. Help us develop the ability to live wisely, to think deeply, to love generously, without losing heart, promoting scientific and technological growth that increasingly aligns with human development in responsibility, values, and awareness.
Amen 🙏🏽

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PRAYER FOR PEACE ~ POPE FRANCIS:

Lord God of peace, hear our prayer!

A PRAYER FOR PEACE: Lord Jesus Christ, You are the true King of peace. In You alone is found freedom. Please free our world from conflict. Bring unity to troubled nations. Let Your glorious peace reign in every heart. Dispel all darkness and evil. Protect the dignity of every human life. Replace hatred with Your love. Give wisdom to world leaders. Free them from selfish ambition. Eliminate all violence and war. Glorious Virgin Mary, Saint Michael the Archangel, Every Angel and Saint: Please pray for peace. Pray for unity amongst nations. Pray for unity amongst all people. Pray for the most vulnerable. Pray for those suffering. Pray for the fearful. Pray for those most in need. Pray for us all. Jesus, Son of the Living God, have mercy on us. Jesus, hear our prayers. Jesus, I trust in You! Amen 🙏🏽

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A PRAYER TO WALK HUMBLY THROUGH LENT: Father, In Micah 6:8, You say, “O people, the LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Today we choose to walk humbly with You. We choose to live by Your Holy Spirit and to follow Your lead. Help us to hear You clearly, for we do not want to walk by pride or self-sufficiency, we want to walk with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen 🙏🏽

God of goodness and mercy, hear my prayer as I begin this Lenten journey with you. Let me be honest with myself as I look into my heart and soul, noticing the times I turn away from you. Guide me as I humbly seek to repent and return to your love. May humility guide my efforts to be reconciled with you and live forever in your abundant grace. Transform me this Lent, heavenly Father. Give me the strength to commit myself to grow closer to you each day. Amen 🙏🏽

LENTEN FAST AND ABSTINENCE (Lenten Fast and Abstinence regulations from the USCCB): Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence.

For members of the Latin Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic Church from age 14 onwards

Members of the Eastern Catholic Churches are to observe the particular law of their own sui iuris Church. If possible, the fast on Good Friday is continued until the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday night) as the “paschal fast” to honor the suffering and death of the Lord Jesus, and to prepare ourselves to share more fully and to celebrate more readily His Resurrection. 🙏🏽

SAINT(S) OF THE DAY: MEMORIAL OF SAINT HUGH OF GRENOBLE, BISHOP; SAINT VALERY OF LEUCONE, ABBOT AND BLESSED ANACLETO GONZÁLEZ FLORES– FEAST DAY: APRIL 31st: Today as we continue our Lenten journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, we honor today the Memorial of Saint Hugh of Grenoble, Bishop (Patron Saint against headaches and of St. Bruno); Saint Valery of Leucone, Abbot; and Blessed Anacleto González Flores, Martyr.

Through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and these holy servants of God, we pray for those suffering from physical ailments, especially those with chronic headaches, for missionaries who labor tirelessly to spread the Gospel, and for those who face persecution for their faith. May their lives inspire us to remain steadfast in our calling, courageous in our witness, and devoted to God in all things.

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SAINT HUGH OF GRENOBLE, BISHOP (1053–1132): Saint Hugh of Grenoble, also known as Hugh of Châteauneuf, was born in 1053 in France and displayed deep piety from an early age. His holiness and wisdom led him to be appointed as a canon in Valence, even before ordination. In 1080, despite his reluctance, he was chosen as the Bishop of Grenoble at the Council of Avignon. Ordained by Pope Gregory VII, he undertook the reform of his diocese, combating simony (the selling of church offices) and usury (unjust financial practices).

Despite his desire to enter the Benedictine monastery at Cluny, he was repeatedly called back by the Pope, who recognized his invaluable service to the Church. Saint Hugh played a pivotal role in guiding Saint Bruno and his companions to establish the Carthusian Order in the solitude of Chartreuse. He also defended Church lands against powerful feudal lords, ensuring the spiritual and material well-being of his people.

After many years of dedicated service and deep penitential life, Saint Hugh passed away on April 1, 1132. His relics were later destroyed during the French Wars of Religion, but his legacy as a tireless bishop and reformer endures. He was canonized just two years after his death by Pope Innocent II.

Prayer: Lord God, You called Saint Hugh of Grenoble to shepherd Your Church with wisdom and humility. Through his intercession, strengthen our bishops, priests, and all Church leaders with courage and perseverance. Grant healing to those suffering from headaches and migraines, and may we follow Saint Hugh’s example of holiness, selflessness, and unwavering faith. Amen. 🙏

Saint Hugh of Grenoble, pray for us! 🙏

SAINT VALERY OF LEUCONE, ABBOT (565–622): Saint Valery, also known as Walaricus, was born in Auvergne, France. As a child, he worked as a shepherd, developing a deep love for prayer and spiritual learning. Despite his humble background, he memorized the Psalms and sought to live a life of monastic discipline. He entered the monastery of Saint Antony and later moved to the monastery of Saint Germanus of Auxerre, where he grew in virtue under Saint Columbanus’ guidance.

Renowned for his holiness, Saint Valery was eventually sent as a missionary with Saint Vandolen to Neustria. There, he preached the Gospel to the pagan inhabitants of Leuconnais (modern-day Leuconay, France) and founded a monastic community. His fasting, prayer, and ascetic lifestyle were instrumental in drawing many souls to Christ. He often said, “The more cheerfully we give to those in distress, the more readily will God answer our prayers.”

Saint Valery passed away on December 12, 622, and numerous miracles were attributed to his intercession. His relics were highly venerated, and devotion to him spread to England during the Norman conquest.

Prayer: Almighty Father, You called Saint Valery to a life of prayer, fasting, and missionary zeal. Through his intercession, bless all who dedicate their lives to spreading the Gospel. Strengthen those who struggle with humility and self-discipline, and inspire us to give generously to those in need. May his example lead us to a deeper love for You and our neighbor. Amen. 🙏

Saint Valery of Leucone, pray for us! 🙏

BLESSED ANACLETO GONZÁLEZ FLORES, MARTYR (1888–1927): Blessed Anacleto González Flores was a lay Catholic, lawyer, and devoted family man who lived during the brutal persecution of the Church in Mexico under President Plutarco Elías Calles. Born in 1888, he initially entered the seminary but later discerned a vocation to married life, dedicating himself to defending the Catholic faith through education, writing, and activism.

As a leader of the Catholic Association of Young Mexicans, he courageously opposed the anti-Catholic government. Though he initially promoted non-violent resistance, the murder of fellow Catholics led him to support the Cristero movement, a group of faithful who fought for religious freedom.

On April 1, 1927, Anacleto was arrested, brutally tortured, and ultimately executed for refusing to renounce his faith. As he faced death, he forgave his executioners, proclaiming, “I die, but God does not die!” His sacrifice continues to inspire the faithful to stand firm in times of trial. He was beatified as a martyr on November 20, 2005, by Pope Benedict XVI.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, You granted Blessed Anacleto González Flores the courage to defend Your Church in the face of fierce persecution. Through his intercession, strengthen all who suffer for their faith today. Inspire us to be fearless witnesses of the Gospel, standing firm in our convictions with love and humility. May we never waver in our trust in You. Amen. 🙏

Blessed Anacleto González Flores, pray for us!

May the lives of these holy men remind us of the power of faith, perseverance, and sacrificial love. Through their intercession, may we strive for holiness in our own lives and remain steadfast in our devotion to Christ.

Saint Hugh of Grenoble, Saint Valery of Leucone, and Blessed Anacleto González Flores, pray for us! 🙏

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Today’s Bible Readings: Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Lent | April 1, 2025
Reading 1, Ezekiel 47:1-9, 12
Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9
Gospel, John 5:1-3, 5-16

Gospel Reading ~ John 5:1-16

“Immediately the man became well”

“There was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is in Jerusalem at the Sheep Gate a pool called in Hebrew Bethesda, with five porticoes. In these lay a large number of ill, blind, lame, and crippled. One man was there who had been ill for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had been ill for a long time, he said to him, “Do you want to be well?” The sick man answered him, “Sir, I have no one to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; while I am on my way, someone else gets down there before me.” Jesus said to him, “Rise, take up your mat, and walk.” Immediately the man became well, took up his mat, and walked. Now that day was a sabbath. So the Jews said to the man who was cured, “It is the sabbath, and it is not lawful for you to carry your mat.” He answered them, “The man who made me well told me, ‘Take up your mat and walk.’“ They asked him, “Who is the man who told you, ‘Take it up and walk’?” The man who was healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had slipped away, since there was a crowd there. After this Jesus found him in the temple area and said to him, “Look, you are well; do not sin any more, so that nothing worse may happen to you.” The man went and told the Jews that Jesus was the one who had made him well. Therefore, the Jews began to persecute Jesus because he did this on a sabbath.”

In today’s Gospel reading, Jesus healed the man who had been sick and was likely paralysed and unable to move for a whole period of thirty-eight years. Jesus had pity on that man who had been waiting forever to have a chance to be healed by the miraculous waters of the Pool of Bethzatha. No one had helped the sick man to come near the water whenever the Angel of God came to touch the water and caused the people who came to it first to be healed. The Lord has shown Him the love that He has again and again showed us, and He became that life-giving water, renewing the life and hope in the sick man. In the Gospel reading, Jesus appears to ask a strange question of the paralyzed man, ‘Do you want to be well again?’ Given that he has had his illness for thirty eight years and that he has come to the pool of Bethzatha many times to be healed, the answer to Jesus’ question would seem to be very obvious. Of course, he wants to be healed. Yet, Jesus’ question was not superfluous. It gave the man the opportunity to tell his story and to express his need directly to the Lord. It obliged him to reflect on what it was he really wanted. Jesus did not heal this man without first engaging him and drawing out from him the desires of his heart. The Lord relates in a similar way to all of us. He looks to us to express our wants, our desires, especially our deepest desires, what it is we most want. He seeks to have a personal relationship with us. He waits for us to open our hearts to Him, to tell Him our story, to share with Him our strongest hopes and longings, and also our fears and anxieties and sorrows. If we open our hearts to Him, then we will experience His life-giving presence and, in the image of the first reading, our lives will bear fruit that will never fail, the good fruit of the Holy Spirit.

Reflecting on today’s Gospel, we witness Jesus’ compassion as He heals a man who had been suffering for thirty-eight years. The man at the pool of Bethesda had long awaited healing, but he felt helpless because no one assisted him. Jesus, however, does not require him to enter the pool—He simply commands him to rise and walk. This miraculous healing teaches us that true restoration comes from Christ alone. While the Jews focused on the legalism of the Sabbath, Jesus emphasized mercy and transformation. This passage invites us to reflect: Are we waiting for healing in the wrong places? Do we trust in Jesus’ power to restore us completely?

In our first reading today, from the Book of the prophet Ezekiel, the vision of Ezekiel of the heavenly Temple of God is told to us. The prophet Ezekiel saw the vision of the Temple of God in Heaven, the great Sanctuary and the place of the Holy Presence of God, which represents the Lord’s glory and presence, and from which came forth a great river and flood of water that went down from the side of the Temple, which provided life for many of the things that dwell in the water, and which brought forth life to spring forth from wherever it touched. The great river of life coming out from the Temple of God, that gave life to all things and purified the foul-smelling water, is a representation of Christ, Whose Body is the Church of God, and through His actions, His suffering and death, salvation came to all of us, through the gift of Baptism, that all of us may enter into a new life and existence in God. This vision of Ezekiel is a reminder that from God comes healing and hope for all of us, as we see the life-giving water of the great river springing forth from the Temple of God’s Presence. He is truly the source of our strength and redemption, and from Whom we shall once again be reconciled and be led back to His most loving embrace and to the path towards eternal life and true joy. This Lenten season, all of us are reminded to reflect more on our lives and actions, and consider carefully our path forward so that we may better know how we can progress in our lives to come ever closer to God. As we draw now ever closer to the beginning of the Holy Week, we are constantly and progressively being reminded more and more of everything that God had done for us, for the sake of our salvation and liberation. God has given us the means to new life and freedom from the tyranny of sin and evil, by sending down His Son, to lead us all through the darkness and guide us into the Light of His salvation, like how He led the Israelites through the Red Sea in the past, out of the land of their slavery in Egypt and into freedom, to the land promised to them. Thus, God has also led us all into our intended destination, that is eternal life with Him.

Reflecting on our first reading, the vision of the flowing water from the Temple in Ezekiel symbolizes God’s life-giving grace. The river brings renewal and abundance wherever it flows, transforming the barren land and making even the salty sea fresh. This imagery reminds us that God’s presence refreshes and sustains us. Just as the water in Ezekiel’s vision gives life to trees that bear fruit each month, our spiritual lives flourish when we remain connected to God. During this Lenten season, we are called to immerse ourselves in His grace, allowing His presence to renew us.

Reflecting on the Responsorial Psalm, the psalm declares, “The Lord of hosts is with us; our stronghold is the God of Jacob.” This is a profound reminder that God remains our refuge in times of trouble. The image of a stream gladdening the city of God connects with Ezekiel’s vision, reinforcing the message that God’s presence is our source of strength and peace. Do we turn to Him in distress, trusting in His protection? Lent invites us to deepen our reliance on God, knowing that He alone is our stronghold.

Do I truly desire to be healed, or am I clinging to excuses and past hurts? Like the man at Bethesda, do I sometimes feel abandoned in my struggles? How can I invite Jesus into my healing process? Am I allowing God’s grace to renew and transform my life, just as the river in Ezekiel’s vision brings life wherever it flows? Jesus desires to bring healing and transformation into our lives, just as He did for the man at Bethesda. Today, let us trust in His power, letting go of the things that keep us from fully embracing His love. Instead of waiting passively, may we respond with faith, rising to walk in the newness of life that Christ offers.

As we reflect on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today, we are reminded that in the Lord alone lies true healing, happiness and joy. For in the Lord is our true hope and liberation, our path out of the darkness, the light that dispels the despair and the troubles facing us. If only that we have enough faith in Him and are willing to turn towards Him with renewed conviction and commitment, we shall surely be blessed and be truly happy. We are all called to drink from the fountain of God’s mercy, and to receive from Him the life-giving water, the spring of life coming from God Himself. Let us all seek Him and turn ourselves towards Him, looking at His mercy, kindness and love, and entrust ourselves to Him from now on. May our Lenten observances be fruitful and help us to get ever closer to God. May the Lord continue to be with us, and may He empower each and every one of us to persevere despite the many trials and hardships that we may have to face in the journey of our faith throughout our respective lives. May God continue to help us to go forth as His faithful and committed disciples, becoming the true beacons of His light and truth, that our every words, actions and deeds may inspire many others to come to the Lord, His salvation, truth and grace as well. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us His grace and continue to guide and bless us in this journey of faith through life, and may He empower each and every one of us so that hopefully through our dedicated and faithful Lenten observances, by deepening ourselves in a life of prayer, in our fasting and abstinence to control our worldly desires and all the temptations in life, and by our ever more generous almsgiving, may all of us continue to draw ever closer to God and to His truth. May He bless our Lenten observance and time, and our every good efforts, works and endeavours, and strengthen us in all things, and remain by our side, in this faithful journey we make. Amen 🙏🏽

Heavenly Father, You are the source of all healing and renewal. In moments of despair, remind us that You are always near, ready to restore us. Help us to trust in Your grace and to turn away from sin, embracing the new life You offer. Strengthen our faith so that we may walk in Your love and share that love with others. Amen 🙏🏽

DEVOTION OF THE MONTH OF APRIL | MONTH OF HOLY EUCHARIST: April is dedicated to the Holy Eucharist, the greatest gift of Christ to His Church. In the Eucharist, Jesus is truly present Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity offering Himself as the Bread of Life. This month invites us to deepen our love and reverence for the Eucharist, especially as we approach Holy Week and Easter, celebrating the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of our Lord. The Eucharist was instituted by Jesus at the Last Supper when He said, “Take and eat; this is My Body… Drink from it, all of you, for this is My Blood of the Covenant” (Matthew 26:26-28). In receiving the Eucharist, we are united with Christ and His Church. It is the source of our strength and the culmination of our salvation, as Christ Himself said in John 6:51, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Whoever eats this bread will live forever.” As we journey through Lent, we are called to renew our reverence for the Eucharist. During Holy Week, we remember that Christ instituted this sacrament on Holy Thursday, offering us a way to remain in union with Him. Let us take this opportunity to attend Mass regularly, spend time in Eucharistic adoration, and reflect on the mystery of Christ’s presence in the Blessed Sacrament.

In this season of penance and reflection, may our devotion to the Eucharist strengthen our commitment to living as true disciples of Christ, leading us to the joy of Easter and the Resurrection.

O Sacrament Most Holy, O Sacrament Divine, all praise and all thanksgiving be every moment Thine! Lord Jesus, You have given Yourself to us in the Eucharist. May we receive You with reverence and love, and let Your grace transform us this Lenten season and always. Amen 🙏🏽

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PRAYER INTENTIONS: Today, as we reflect on the lives of Saint Hugh of Grenoble, Saint Valery of Leucone, and Blessed Anacleto González Flores, we bring before the Lord our prayers for the sick, especially those suffering from chronic headaches. We pray for missionaries who continue to labor in faith to spread the Gospel to all corners of the world. May they be strengthened and encouraged in their work. We also pray for all those persecuted for their faith, asking God to grant them the courage and perseverance they need in their trials. Let us also pray for ourselves, that we may be inspired by these saints’ steadfastness and unwavering devotion, always seeking to follow God’s will in our lives.🙏🏽

Let Us Pray:

My Lord of all hope, You endured so much in life and persevered through it all in perfect obedience to the will of the Father. Give me strength in the midst of the trials of life so that I can grow strong in the hope and the joy that comes with that strength. May I turn away from sin and turn to You in complete trust. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen 🙏🏽

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of the Saints who have gone before us, showing us the way to live out our faith with courage and perseverance. Today, we ask for the intercession of Saint Hugh of Grenoble, Saint Valery of Leucone, and Blessed Anacleto González Flores. Grant healing to the sick, especially those who suffer from headaches, and strength to those who carry the cross of persecution. May we, too, be steadfast in our faith, boldly proclaiming Your love and truth in our words and actions. Through Christ our Lord. Amen 🙏🏽

Save us Savior of the world. Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Joseph and Saint Hugh of Grenoble, Saint Valery of Leucone, and Blessed Anacleto González Flores, pray for us! 🙏🏽

Thanking God for the gift of this day and praying for us all during this season of Lent, let us be renewed by prayer, fasting, and giving to the poor. We pray for justice, peace, love and unity in our families and our world. May this Lenten season deepen our trust in God’s providence and open our hearts to His transforming grace. May God keep us all safe and well during these challenging times and may this season of Lent bring us all true salvation in Christ as we remain united in peace, love and faith. Have a blessed, safe and grace-filled and fruitful fourth Week of Lent ~ Amen 🙏🏽

Blessings and Love always, Philomena 💖

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