THURSDAY OF THE FOURTH WEEK OF EASTER
SAINT(S) OF THE DAY: FEAST DAY ~ MAY 15, 2025
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Greetings and blessings, dear beloved family. Happy Thursday of the Fourth Week of Easter!
We continue to celebrate the election of our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. May the Holy Spirit guide him as he shepherds the faithful, and may his pontificate be a source of renewal and unity for the Church.
May this new week be filled with peace, joy, and the renewed hope that comes from Christ’s Resurrection. Through the intercession of St. Joseph, we pray for all fathers, workers and all those who labour in this world. May the Lord bless the work of their hands 🙏🏽
The entire month of May is dedicated to our beloved Mother Mary, the Mother of God. As we continue to rejoice in the victory of Christ’s Resurrection, we give heartfelt thanks to God for the gift of life and for bringing us safely into the month of May. May this Easter season renew our strength, deepen our faith, and fill our hearts with the peace of the Risen Lord. May our Mother Mary continue to intercede for us and may God’s grace and mercy be with us all during this season of Easter. Wishing us all and our loved ones a joyful, blessed start to the month. Amen 🙏🏽
HABEMUS PAPAM! A PRAYER FOR OUR HOLY FATHER, POPE LEO XIV
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As the Papal Conclave to elect the next Roman Pontiff comes to an end, with profound reverence we give thanks to Almighty God for the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church. Taking the name Pope Leo XIV, he becomes the first American-born pontiff in the Church’s two-millennia history. The announcement was made on May 8, 2025, following the traditional white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the conclusion of the conclave.
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, an American and a member of the Order of St. Augustine is known as Pope Leo XIV. A missionary bishop and former Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops, Pope Leo XIV has served the Church faithfully in Chiclayo, Peru, and brings with him a pastoral heart deeply shaped by the Gospel and the spirituality of St. Augustine.
LET US PRAY:
Almighty God, we thank You for the gift of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. Grant him wisdom, courage, and humility as he leads the Church in truth and love. May the Holy Spirit guide his every word and action, and may he be a bridge of unity for all nations. Through the intercession of Mary, Queen of Peace, strengthen him in his mission to proclaim Christ to the world. Amen 🙏🏽
Heavenly Father, You have raised Your servant, Pope Leo XIV, to the Chair of Saint Peter. Pour out Your abundant blessings upon him. Through him, guide Your pilgrim Church along the path to Heaven. Grant him wisdom to discern Your will, Courage to fulfill it, And charity to shepherd Your people with the Heart of Christ. In this time of transition, Bring peace to troubled hearts, Joy to those who suffer, And hope to the despairing. May he be a faithful successor to Peter, A humble servant of Your Word, And a fearless herald of Your Divine Mercy and Truth. Strengthen him with the grace of the Holy Spirit, That he may lead the Church in unity, holiness, and fidelity. We entrust him to the maternal care of the Blessed Virgin Mary, And to the prayers of all the saints. Through Christ our Lord. Amen 🙏🏽
PRAYER FOR THE SOUL OF POPE FRANCIS: With the passing of Pope Francis, let us continue to pray for the eternal repose of his soul. Merciful and loving God, We entrust to You our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis. May he rest in the light of Your presence, where suffering and sorrow are no more, and every tear is wiped away. Comfort all who mourn his passing and raise up shepherds who will continue to guide Your Church in humility and love.
Eternal rest grant unto Pope Francis, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him. May his gentle soul and souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in perfect peace with our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen 🙏🏽
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On this special feast day, as we continue to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, with special intention through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary, and the Saints, particularly Saint Joseph, Patron of the sick and dying, we pray for the sick and dying and all those who mourn the loss of their loved ones. We pray for our loved ones who have recently died, especially for our Holy Father, POPE FRANCIS, all those who died today, and 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 🙏🏽
Still journeying in the joy of the Easter season, the Church commemorates the humble and holy laborer, Saint Isidore, the Farmer (Patron of farmers, rural communities, and laborers), along with the courageous Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise (Dionysia), early Christian martyrs who gave their lives for the faith. Through their intercession and that of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we lift up prayers for all farmers and agricultural workers, the poor and vulnerable, and for all suffering from terminal illnesses, especially cancer. We also pray for persecuted Christians, for peace in our homes and the world, and for the conversion of sinners. 🙏🏽
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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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SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS:
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Today’s Bible Readings: Thursday of the Fourth Week of Easter | May 15, 2025
Reading 1, Acts 13:13-25
Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27
Gospel, John 13:16-20
Gospel Reading ~ John 13:16-20
“Whoever receives the one I send receives me”
“When Jesus had washed the disciples’ feet, he said to them: “Amen, amen, I say to you, no slave is greater than his master nor any messenger greater than the one who sent him. If you understand this, blessed are you if you do it. I am not speaking of all of you. I know those whom I have chosen. But so that the Scripture might be fulfilled,
The one who ate my food has raised his heel against me. From now on I am telling you before it happens, so that when it happens you may believe that I AM. Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever receives the one I send receives me, and whoever receives me receives the one who sent me.”
Today’s Gospel reading, the words of Jesus follow immediately upon the action of Jesus washing the feet of His disciples. John the evangelist makes it clear that Jesus washed the feet of all of His disciples, including the feet of Judas. Jesus makes reference to Judas in that gospel reading. He does so by quoting a verse from one of the Psalms which literally translated reads, ‘the one who ate my bread has lifted his heel against me’. In that Mediterranean culture to turn away and lift one’s heal against a person was a gesture of insult and contempt. Jesus had just washed the feet of Judas and in response Judas turns away from Jesus and lifts the heel of his foot against Him. Self-giving love meets with an insult. Judas reacted to Jesus’ love with contempt. Yet, Jesus responded to Judas’ contempt with love. In emptying himself to wash the feet of his disciples, Jesus was symbolically anticipating his self-emptying love from the cross on the following day. This love was given to all, including Judas. Through this love revealed in his death, Jesus was working to draw all people to himself. Here was a love that could embrace the darkest places in our own lives. There is no moral or spiritual darkness which the light of this greater love cannot penetrate if we but turn towards it.
Reflecting further on today’s Gospel, as Jesus humbly washed the feet of His disciples, He reminds them that no one is above another not the servant above the master, nor the messenger above the sender. This declaration is both humbling and empowering. Jesus, our Lord and Master, has stooped to wash feet, setting a radical example of service and love. In doing so, He redefines greatness not as power or control, but as humble service done in love. He then turns to His disciples and to us and says, “Blessed are you if you do it.” That is, blessed are you not simply if you understand the principle, but if you live it out. Jesus further reveals the pain of betrayal, referring to the one who “ate My food” yet “raised his heel against Me.” Even in His knowledge of this treachery, He continues to serve and love. Such self-giving love is what Jesus calls us to imitate. And as He sends His disciples out, He makes a profound promise: to receive the one He sends is to receive Him and to receive Him is to receive the One who sent Him, the Father. This highlights the sacredness of Christian mission: in our witness and in our love, we are not merely representing Christ; we carry Him to the world. Every act of humble service becomes a channel of divine encounter.
Reflecting on the first reading, in the synagogue at Antioch in Pisidia, St. Paul rises to speak and recounts the long, faithful history of God’s dealings with Israel from the Exodus to the kingship of David, and finally to the arrival of Jesus. This speech is not just a historical summary; it is a proclamation of salvation history culminating in Christ. St. Paul reminds his listeners that everything God has done was moving toward the promise fulfilled in Jesus. The central message is clear: God is a God of promises, and He keeps them. David, the man after God’s own heart, was part of a divine plan that would ultimately bring forth Jesus, the Savior. Paul’s reference to John the Baptist underscores this unfolding plan John prepared the way, but pointed beyond himself to the One greater than he. This reading encourages us to see our lives as part of God’s bigger story. Just as God moved through centuries of history to bring about redemption, He is still at work today, fulfilling His promises and inviting us into that redemptive mission.
Reflecting on the Responsorial Psalm, “For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord.” This psalm celebrates God’s enduring faithfulness and steadfast love. In the context of the readings, it beautifully affirms God’s covenant with David a covenant that is ultimately fulfilled in Christ. The psalmist proclaims the divine election of David and God’s continual guidance and strength upon him. “With my holy oil I have anointed him… My faithfulness and my mercy shall be with him.” As we echo this psalm today, we are reminded that God’s mercy is not confined to the past. His goodness stretches into every generation, touching our own lives. Just as David was chosen and upheld, so too are we called, anointed through our baptism, and strengthened by His Spirit to walk in faith. Singing of the Lord’s goodness is not mere poetry; it is a way of life a posture of trust even in trials.
Do I view greatness as Jesus does as humble, loving service? Am I willing to serve others, even when it costs me something? Do I see my role in God’s larger story of salvation, and am I faithful in my mission to share Christ with others? Am I living in a way that others can receive Jesus through me? We are not above our Master, and our Master has chosen to kneel and wash feet. Let us imitate Him in this radical humility and love. Whether in grand gestures or quiet acts of service, we carry Christ to the world. May we do so with hearts rooted in faith, joy, and surrender.
As we reflect on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today, we are all reminded of the need for all of us to trust in the Lord wholeheartedly and to remember that as God’s servants and followers, we should always live our lives in fulfilling what He has commanded us to do, in doing what the Lord has taught us, in proclaiming His Good News and truth to all the people of all the nations. Each and every one of us as Christians have been given the mission and the responsibilities to be good and faithful disciples, to be dedicated to one another and to be exemplary in our lives and ways so that everyone may know the Lord and His truth and Good News through our lives and actions. The works of the Apostles are far from over, and there are still many areas where the efforts of the Church are still needed in this world. There are still many areas where evangelisation and the teachings of the faith are needed, and our contributions, in whatever areas we can contribute and commit are very important, as although each one of our efforts may be small and minute in comparison, but all of these combine together as the efforts of the whole united Church, the Body of Christ into a mighty endeavour and effort for the Lord. We must not neglect our responsibilities as Christians to help lead others towards the Lord, and we have to begin from ourselves, from how we live our own lives as Christians and from how we interact with those around us. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us His grace and may the Risen Lord continue to be with us and guide us in all of our journey, our sufferings and trials, in everything that we do, so that by our every good efforts and works, we will always continue to be faithful and committed to His cause. Let us all proclaim Him ever more courageously through our own exemplary works and actions in each day, in doing our best for the greater glory of God, now and always. Amen 🙏🏽
Lord Jesus, You have shown us that true greatness lies in humble service. Help me to live not for status or recognition but in love that mirrors Yours. May I receive all whom You send and be Your presence to those around me. Teach me to trust in Your promises, to recognize my place in Your divine story, and to remain faithful in the mission You have given me. Through my words and actions, may others come to know and receive You. Amen. 🙏🏽
MEMORIAL OF SAINT ISIDORE, THE FARMER AND SAINTS PETER, ANDREW, PAUL, AND DENISE (DIONYSIA), MARTYRS ~ FEAST DAY: MAY 15TH: Still journeying in the joy of the Easter season, today, the Church commemorates the humble and holy laborer, Saint Isidore, the Farmer (Patron of farmers, rural communities, and laborers), along with the courageous Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise (Dionysia), early Christian martyrs who gave their lives for the faith. Through their intercession and that of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we lift up prayers for all farmers and agricultural workers, the poor and vulnerable, and for all suffering from terminal illnesses, especially cancer. We also pray for persecuted Christians, for peace in our homes and the world, and for the conversion of sinners.🙏🏽
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SAINT ISIDORE, THE FARMER (C. 1070–1130): Saint Isidore, born near Madrid to poor but devout parents, lived a life of hard labor and unwavering faith. From his youth, he was devoted to prayer, often attending Mass before beginning his day’s work in the fields. He worked as a farmhand under Juan de Vargas, who eventually made him overseer of his estate after witnessing Isidore’s humility, diligence, and miraculous aid from angels who helped him plow while he prayed.
Isidore shared generously with the poor, and his home was marked by hospitality and charity. He and his wife, Maria Torribia (venerated as Santa María de la Cabeza), were known for their deep piety and mutual commitment to God, even living in continence after a miraculous rescue of their son from a well.
Numerous miracles are attributed to Isidore, including the multiplication of food, the resurrection of animals and people, and celestial apparitions. His body was found incorrupt years after his death, and many miracles have been reported at his tomb. Canonized in 1622 alongside Saints Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Avila, and Philip Neri, Saint Isidore is a powerful example of holiness in daily work and prayer.
Patronages: Farmers, day laborers, Madrid, rural communities, rain, livestock, and the protection of children.
PRAYER: O loving God, Creator of the earth, through the example of Saint Isidore, teach us to see You in the ordinary tasks of life. May his deep faith and tireless work inspire us to labor with joy and share with those in need. Through his intercession, may we grow in humility and devotion to You. Amen.🙏🏽
SAINTS PETER, ANDREW, PAUL, AND DENISE (DIONYSIA), MARTYRS: These early Christian martyrs were killed during the brutal persecution under Emperor Decius around 250 A.D. in Lampsacus, Mysia (modern-day Turkey). Among them was Saint Denise, a courageous 16-year-old girl who boldly condemned the apostasy of a fellow Christian. Her outspokenness led to her arrest, and although she was threatened with violence, tradition holds that an angel protected her from defilement.
Saints Peter and Andrew refused to deny Christ and were tortured and stoned to death. Saint Paul, likewise steadfast, shared their martyrdom. Denise later retrieved their bodies and, desiring to share in their witness, was martyred by beheading.
Their relics were later enshrined in Belgium, and Saint Denise has since been venerated for miraculous healings. She is invoked for protection against accidents and severe headaches.
Patronages: Saint Denise – headaches, motorcycle and bicycle riders.
PRAYER: Lord God, You gave strength and courage to Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and young Denise to stand firm in the face of death. May their witness inspire us to remain faithful in trials. Through their intercession, grant us protection, perseverance, and deeper love for Christ, even amid suffering. Amen.🙏🏽
Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Isidore the Farmer, and Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise (Dionysia), Martyrs ~ Pray for us. 🙏🏽
THE HOLY FATHER, POPE FRANCIS’ MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF MAY: For Working Conditions ~ Let us pray that through work, each person might find fulfilment, families might be sustained in dignity, and that society might be humanized.
PRAYER FOR THE MONTH OF MAY ~ POPE FRANCIS: For Working Conditions ~ Jesus, You knew work in this world, and You understand its hardships and joys… Hear our prayer today. Working is a human trait… Work is sacred… The beauty of the earth and the dignity of work were meant to be united… The earth becomes beautiful when man works… Lord, You see that we believe this with conviction, but we desire even more for it to become a reality among us.
We are saddened when people can’t find work and lack the dignity of bringing bread to their home. Give us the light of your Spirit, open our hearts, do not let indifference overcome us.
Help us recover the gift of universal brotherhood. We ask for a heart as big as Jesus’s so we can embrace the call to work to give dignity to people and families.
Amen 🙏🏽
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DEVOTION OF THE MONTH OF MAY | MONTH OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY: May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God and our spiritual Mother. This month invites the faithful to draw closer to Mary through prayer, reflection, and imitation of her virtues especially her humility, obedience, purity, and unwavering faith. As the first and most perfect disciple of Christ, Mary leads us gently but firmly to her Son. Throughout Church history, May has been a time to honor Mary with special devotions such as the Rosary, May Crownings, Marian processions, and prayers like the Litany of Loreto. The Church teaches that Mary, assumed body and soul into Heaven, intercedes for us as Queen of Heaven and Mother of the Church. During this month, we are called to renew our relationship with her and seek her maternal care in our joys, sorrows, and needs. Mary said “yes” to God’s plan with total trust: “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38). Her faithful surrender encourages us to say “yes” to God’s will in our own lives. As we meditate on the mysteries of the Rosary and contemplate her role in salvation history, we grow in our love for her and our desire to follow Christ more closely.
In this beautiful month of blooming flowers, may our hearts also blossom with deeper devotion to the Mother of our Savior. Let us bring her our prayers, our homes, and our lives, asking her to accompany us with her love and protection.
“O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.”
Hail Mary, full of grace! Teach us to love Jesus as you loved Him. Cover us with your mantle of mercy, and help us to walk always in the light of your Son. Amen 🙏🏽
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PRAYER INTENTIONS: Today, as we reflect on the humble faith of Saint Isidore and the heroic courage of Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise, we pray for all farmers, laborers, and those who work the land, that through Saint Isidore’s intercession, their efforts may be blessed and their needs provided for. We lift up all who face persecution for their faith, asking for strength and endurance through the example of the early martyrs. May we, too, grow in humility and service, following the path of Christ, who calls us to serve and not to be served. We pray for peace in our families, our communities, and the world, especially in areas torn by conflict. We also remember all who suffer from illness, especially cancer patients and the terminally ill, and we entrust to God the personal intentions we carry silently in our hearts. 🙏🏽
LET US PRAY
My humble Lord, You set for us the perfect example of love when You chose to serve Your disciples with great humility. Help me to understand this beautiful virtue and to live it. Free me from all selfishness and fear so that I may love others as You have loved us all. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen 🙏🏽
Lord God, You who chose the humble to confound the proud, grant that by the example of Saint Isidore, we may seek Your kingdom in the simplicity of faithful labor and trust in Your providence. Strengthen us, like Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise, to stand firm in our witness to Christ, even in suffering. Teach us to serve as You served, to love as You loved, and to receive Your messengers with open hearts. May our lives proclaim Your faithfulness, and may we be counted among those who walk in the footsteps of Your servants. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽
We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽
Save us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Isidore the Farmer, and Saints Peter, Andrew, Paul, and Denise (Dionysia), Martyrs ~ Pray for us. 🙏🏽
Thanking God for the precious gift of this new day, for the gift of our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV and the immeasurable love shown through His Son, our Risen Lord, Jesus Christ. As we continue to rejoice in the glory of the Resurrection, may our hearts remain open to the peace and hope that flow from His victory over sin and death. During this joyful Easter season, we pray that our loving Savior will deepen our faith and draw us closer to the mystery of His Passion, death, and Resurrection. May we walk in the light of His risen life, renewed in spirit and overflowing with grace. Praying for us all and our loved ones today and we pray for journey mercies for all those traveling during this Easter season. As we embrace the blessings of this new month, may God’s abundant grace continue to shower upon us, filling our hearts with peace, joy, and hope in His Resurrection. May this Thursday be filled with blessings, safety, and the quiet joy that comes from knowing that Christ is truly risen! Alleluia! Have a blessed, safe, and grace-filled Thursday and joyful Fourth Week of Easter. 🙏🏽