FRIDAY OF THE FOURTH WEEK OF EASTER
SAINT(S) OF THE DAY: FEAST DAY ~ MAY 16, 2025
MEMORIAL OF SAINT BRENDAN, ABBOT; SAINT JOHN NEPOMUCENE, PRIEST AND MARTYR; SAINT SIMON STOCK, AND SAINT UBALDUS, BISHOP OF GUBBIO | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/category/saints-of-the-day
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Greetings and blessings, dear beloved family. Happy Friday 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 celebrate the memorial of four remarkable saints who, in their unique ways, embodied a deep love for God and a commitment to serve His people: Saint Brendan the Navigator (patron of sailors and travelers), Saint John Nepomucene (patron of confessors and protection against slander), Saint Simon Stock (patron of the Carmelite Order and devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel), and Saint Ubaldus of Gubbio (patron against demonic possession and protection against evil spirits). Through the intercession of our Blessed Mother and these holy saints, we pray today especially for the sick and dying, particularly those suffering from terminal illnesses. We also entrust travelers, the poor, the marginalized, and all those facing persecution to their care. May their lives inspire Christians around the world to walk faithfully with Christ, no matter the cost.
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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:
Bible Readings for today’s Holy Mass, Friday of the Fourth Week of Easter | USCCB | https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
Today’s Bible Readings: Friday of the Fourth Week of Easter | May 16, 2025
Reading 1, Acts 13:26-33
Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 2:6-7, 8-9, 10-11ab
Gospel, John 14:1-6
Gospel Reading ~ John 14:1-6*
“I am the way and the truth and the life”
“Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If there were not, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back again and take you to myself, so that where I am you also may be. Where I am going you know the way.” Thomas said to him, “Master, we do not know where you are going; how can we know the way?” Jesus said to him, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
In today’s Gospel reading, Jesus speaks these words of reassurance to His disciples in the context of the last supper, on the evening before his crucifixion, the evening of his betrayal. His disciples needed reassurance. Jesus has announced that one of those at table will betray him; he has been talking about His departure from this world. The tone of the evening is ominous. Jesus senses that His disciples are troubled and fearful. He calls on them to trust in God and to trust in Himself. Sometimes when times are bleak we have to trust in God and in Jesus that all will be well. Jesus goes on to explain why this trust in God is appropriate. Although Jesus is going away and leaving them, he promises to return to them, to come again and to take them to the Father’s house with its many dwelling places. This has been interpreted as referring to Jesus coming to His disciples at the hour of their death, and this is a valid interpretation. However, Jesus will first return to them after He rises from the dead and He will remain with them through the Paraclete, the Holy Spirit. In that sense, the many dwelling places of the Father’s house or household can already be experienced in this earthly life. The community of disciples, the church, is the house or household of God the Father. Within that household, with its many dwelling places, we are all sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters of Jesus and of each other. In and through this household of faith, the church, we already enjoy a foretaste of eternal life. Dwelling in the house of the Father is not postponed until after death. These are the reassuring words that Jesus speaks to his disciples and to all of us, His disciples today.
Reflecting further on today’s Gospel, Jesus speaks to the hearts of His disciples and to each of us with great tenderness and reassurance. As He prepares them for His departure, He anticipates their confusion and fear. “Do not let your hearts be troubled,” He says. This is not merely a suggestion to stay calm, but a divine invitation to entrust every anxiety and uncertainty into His hands. Jesus reminds them that just as they have faith in God, they must also place their faith in Him. He reveals a profound truth: He is preparing a place for them in His Father’s house a place of belonging, peace, and eternal communion. When Thomas, in his usual honesty, admits his confusion “Lord, we do not know where you are going” Jesus responds with one of the most foundational statements of Christian faith: “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” He is not only the one who shows the path but is the path itself. The Truth is not a concept but a Person. The Life we long for flows from relationship with Him. This Gospel passage challenges us to re-center our lives on Christ. It is through Him alone that we find direction when lost, clarity when confused, and life when we feel spiritually dry. His promise to return and take us to Himself assures us that we are never forgotten. Even in times of darkness, our future in Him is secure.
Reflecting on today’s first reading, we encounter Saint Paul proclaiming the Gospel in the synagogue at Antioch. He speaks with boldness, reminding the people of the fulfillment of God’s promises through Jesus Christ. Paul lays out the narrative of salvation how Jesus, though innocent, was condemned, crucified, and buried, and how God raised Him from the dead. This message is not just a retelling of events but a testimony of hope and life. Paul emphasizes that what God promised to their ancestors has now been fulfilled in their midst. This is not a distant theological truth; it is a living reality that demands a response. What stands out is Paul’s conviction: “We ourselves are proclaiming this good news to you.” The resurrection of Christ is not a private experience but a public declaration. Like Paul, we are also called to be proclaimers to share with others that God’s promise of salvation is real and has a name: Jesus. The message of Easter does not fade after the liturgical season ends. It remains a daily call to witness that life has conquered death, and that God’s faithfulness spans generations.
Reflecting on today’s Responsorial Psalm,
“You are my Son; this day I have begotten you.” These words, echoed both in the Psalm and in Paul’s speech, remind us of the divine authority of Jesus. The psalm proclaims God’s anointed King reigning from Zion, whose rule extends to the ends of the earth. It is a song of divine affirmation and heavenly inheritance. But it also contains a warning to earthly rulers to serve the Lord with reverence and humility. In light of today’s Gospel, this psalm gives depth to Jesus’ identity. He is not only a compassionate friend and guide but also the divine Son with all authority. When we surrender to Him as King and serve Him with joy and reverence, we step into our true identity as heirs with Christ. His rule is not oppressive but liberating marked by mercy, truth, and eternal love.
Am I truly allowing Christ to be the Way in my life, or merely a way among others? When I feel anxious or uncertain, do I turn to His promise, “Do not let your hearts be troubled”? How am I being a witness to the risen Christ like Paul through my words, actions, and daily choices? Do I proclaim my faith as good news, or do I keep it hidden? Do I live with joyful reverence, recognizing that I serve a King whose reign is rooted in love? Let your heart rest in the assurance of Christ’s love. He is not distant or indifferent to your struggles. He walks the journey with you, and even now, He prepares a place for you in His Father’s house. Follow Him faithfully He is the Way that never leads astray. Amen. 🙏🏽
As we reflect on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today and as we all continue to progress through this joyful season of Easter, we are constantly being reminded again and again of the important responsibilities that we have as Christians in proclaiming the truth of the Risen Lord, of everything that He has taught and revealed to us. We should always put our trust in the Lord Who has overcome and conquered death itself, and which even false accusations and persecutions could not keep His truth from being revealed and shown to the world. All of us should never turn away from God, Who is indeed our Way, Truth and Life, the path through Whom we can reach the salvation and grace of God. Without His guidance and constant presence in our life, we may end up being lost and trapped in the darkness and temptations all around us. Let us all therefore do our best so that in everything that we do, we will always put our faith and trust in God, doing whatever we can in order to follow Him and do our part in proclaiming His truth and Good News in our world today. Let us all be exemplary in our lives, in each and every moments that we live, so that by our every actions, words and deeds, and through every interactions we carry out to our fellow brothers and sisters, all of us may be truly blessed by God, strengthened and empowered, in doing all the things that we do daily in life, and in our encounters with our fellow brethren around us. We should always be the courageous and worthy bearers of our Christian faith, doing our best to glorify Him by our lives. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us His grace and may the Risen Lord continue to guide and strengthen us in our journey through life, and may He continue to empower each and every one of us to be His ever courageous and dedicated disciples and followers, in doing our part to proclaim His truth and teachings to the whole world. Let us trust in Him, our Way, our Truth and our Life, so that like St. Paul and the other Apostles and holy saints before us, we may always be faithful and dedicated to the service of God, at all times, for the good and salvation of souls. Amen 🙏🏽
Lord Jesus, You are the Way that leads us home, the Truth that sets us free, and the Life that renews us each day. Strengthen our faith when we are troubled. Teach us to follow You with trust and humility. May we be bold like Paul in sharing Your message of salvation, and may our lives proclaim Your resurrection in all we do. Rule in our hearts, O King of Glory, and lead us ever closer to the place You have prepared for us. Amen.🙏🏽
MEMORIAL OF SAINT BRENDAN, ABBOT; SAINT JOHN NEPOMUCENE, PRIEST AND MARTYR; SAINT SIMON STOCK, PRIEST; AND SAINT UBALDUS, BISHOP OF GUBBIO ~ FEAST DAY: MAY 16TH: Still journeying in the joy of the Easter season, the Church celebrate the memorial of four remarkable saints who, in their unique ways, embodied a deep love for God and a commitment to serve His people: Saint Brendan the Navigator (patron of sailors and travelers), Saint John Nepomucene (patron of confessors and protection against slander), Saint Simon Stock (patron of the Carmelite Order and devotion to Our Lady of Mount Carmel), and Saint Ubaldus of Gubbio (patron against demonic possession and protection against evil spirits). Through the intercession of our Blessed Mother and these holy saints, we pray today especially for the sick and dying, particularly those suffering from terminal illnesses. We also entrust travelers, the poor, the marginalized, and all those facing persecution to their care. May their lives inspire Christians around the world to walk faithfully with Christ, no matter the cost.
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SAINT BRENDAN, ABBOT (c. 484 – c. 577): Also known as Brendan the Navigator, Saint Brendan of Clonfert was one of the most celebrated early Irish monastic saints and one of the “Twelve Apostles of Ireland.” Born in County Kerry, Ireland, he was entrusted as a child to the care of Saint Ita and later guided by Bishop Erc, who ordained him a priest. Deeply influenced by the teachings of St. Jarlath, Brendan lived as a monk and eventually founded numerous monastic communities, including the famous monastery at Clonfert, which grew to house thousands of monks.
Saint Brendan is renowned for his legendary sea voyage in search of the “Isle of the Blessed,” an epic spiritual journey described in The Voyage of St. Brendan the Abbot. Sailing with fellow monks in a kind of floating monastery, he is believed to have reached as far as the Canary Islands and possibly even the Americas, centuries before other known explorers. His journey became a powerful symbol of trust in Divine Providence and holy adventure in pursuit of God. He died peacefully around 577 while visiting his sister Brig, an abbess. Saint Brendan is the patron of boatmen, sailors, mariners, travelers, divers, and the dioceses of Clonfert and Kerry.
PRAYER: Lord, amid the storms of life, help us to trust You completely, as Saint Brendan did on his sacred voyage. May we seek Your kingdom with courage and faith. Amen. 🙏🏽
SAINT JOHN NEPOMUCENE, PRIEST AND MARTYR (1345–1393): Saint John Nepomucene, also called John of Nepomuk, was a Bohemian priest and scholar who courageously defended the seal of confession. Born in Nepomuk, Bohemia, he was healed miraculously as a child, leading his parents to consecrate him to God. After studying law and theology, he became a well-respected preacher in Prague and eventually Vicar General to the Archbishop.
In 1393, he resisted King Wenceslaus IV’s attempt to interfere with church affairs and was imprisoned, tortured, and martyred for upholding ecclesiastical authority. According to tradition, the king also demanded John reveal the queen’s confession. John’s refusal to break the sacred seal led to his brutal execution: he was chained, gagged, and thrown into the Moldau River. His body was found with a miraculous glow and is often depicted with seven stars above his head. Canonized in 1729, Saint John is known as the Martyr of the Confessional and patron of confessors, Bohemia, bridges, floods, and against slander.
PRAYER: O God, who gave Saint John Nepomucene the strength to die rather than betray the seal of confession, help us to reverence Your sacraments and remain faithful to our conscience. May we draw often and fruitfully from the well of Your mercy. Amen. 🙏🏽
SAINT SIMON STOCK, PRIEST (1165–1265): Born in Kent, England, Saint Simon Stock was drawn to God from a young age. At twelve, he began living as a hermit in the hollow of a tree. Years later, following studies in theology and priestly ordination, he joined the Carmelite Order as it was establishing roots in England. He later became its Prior General and worked to spread the order across Europe, adapting its rule to better serve the needs of the growing community.
Saint Simon is best known for the vision he received of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who presented to him the Brown Scapular as a sign of her maternal protection. She promised that those who wore it faithfully would not suffer eternal damnation. This promise, known as the Scapular Promise, ignited a powerful devotion that continues to this day. The scapular became a symbol of Marian consecration and a call to a life of prayer and holiness.
PRAYER: Our Lady of Mount Carmel, through the prayers of Saint Simon Stock, help us to wear your scapular with faith and devotion. May it remind us of your constant intercession and lead us to your Son. Amen. 🙏🏽
SAINT UBALDUS, BISHOP OF GUBBIO (c. 1084–1160): Saint Ubaldus was born into a noble family in Gubbio, Italy. Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by his uncle, a bishop, who provided him with both spiritual and academic formation. Though he had many opportunities to marry, Ubaldus chose the path of holiness and became a priest. Known for his simplicity and piety, he was later made bishop of Gubbio, where he served with great humility and zeal.
A member of the Canons Regular of St. Augustine, Saint Ubaldus lived a life of austerity and was renowned for his meekness, even in the face of personal insult. One story recounts how a worker once shoved him into wet cement, yet the bishop made no complaint and offered forgiveness. He also risked his life to bring peace to his city during times of civil unrest. Saint Ubaldus’ incorrupt body remains a testimony to his holiness, and he is invoked especially for protection against evil spirits.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, grant us the humility and patience of Saint Ubaldus. Help us to become true peacemakers in our communities, bearing wrongs with gentleness and forgiving with joyful hearts. Amen. 🙏🏽
Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Brendan, Saint John Nepomucene, Saint Simon Stock, and Saint Ubaldus~ 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 Christ’s promise “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” we lift up our hearts in prayer for all who are sick and dying, especially those battling terminal illnesses or facing death without comfort or companionship. Through the intercession of Saint Brendan the Navigator, Saint John Nepomucene, Saint Simon Stock, and Saint Ubaldus of Gubbio, we entrust to God’s care all travelers and seafarers, that they may be guided and protected on their journeys. We pray for priests and confessors, that they may minister with courage and compassion. We remember the poor, the marginalized, and those facing persecution, asking the Lord to strengthen them with hope. We also pray for those under spiritual attack or suffering from slander and evil, that they may be shielded by divine grace. May the example and prayers of these saints inspire us to persevere in faith, remain steadfast in truth, and walk in the light of Christ, no matter the trials we face.
LET US PRAY
My loving Shepherd, You know all things. You know my heart and the difficulties I face in life. Give me the courage I need, dear Lord, to face every temptation to fear with confidence and trust in You. Bring clarity to my mind and peace to my troubled heart. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen 🙏🏽
Heavenly Father, You sent Your Son to show us the way to eternal life, and in Him, we find the fullness of truth and peace. We thank You for the witness of Saint Brendan, Saint John Nepomucene, Saint Simon Stock, and Saint Ubaldus holy men who followed Christ with unwavering faith. Through their intercession, grant us the grace to trust in Your divine plan, to speak the truth in love, and to walk with confidence toward the promises You have made.
In our doubts, be our assurance; in our suffering, be our strength; and in our journey, be our guide. May our hearts not be troubled, but steadfast in the hope of resurrection and the joy of heaven. We ask this through Christ our Lord.
We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽
Save us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Brendan, Saint John Nepomucene, Saint Simon Stock, and Saint Ubaldus ~ 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 weekend 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 Friday and joyful Fourth Week of Easter and relaxing weekend 🙏🏽