SUNDAY OF THE THIRTY-SECOND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME (YEAR C)

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FEAST OF THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME

MEMORIAL OF SAINT THEODORE TYRO, MARTYR; AND SAINT BENIGNUS OF ARMAGH | NOVEMBER 9TH | Direct link to the detailed history of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, Saint Theodore Tyro, and Saint Benignus of Armagh | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/saints-of-the-day-feast-day-november-9th/ )

MOTHER OF THE FAITHFUL PEOPLE OF GOD (MATER POPULI FIDELIS) | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/mother-of-the-faithful-people-of-god-mater-populi-fidelis/

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Watch “Holy Mass and Holy Rosary | EWTN | November 9, 2025 | “Holy Mass from the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy” | Pray “Holy Rosary Novena From Lourdes” | Pray “The Chaplet of Divine Mercy in song from the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy” | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/catholic-daily-mass-november-9-2025/

PURGATORY: WHAT IS PURGATORY? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2024/11/15/purgatory-and-limbo/

LITANY OF THE SAINTS | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/litany-of-the-saints/

THE SAINTS: WHO ARE THEY AND HOW ARE THEY CANONISED? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/the-saints-who-are-they-and-how-are-they-canonised/

KIND REMINDER: JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE 2025 HOLY DOOR SCHEDULE TIMELINES | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/jubilee-of-hope-2025/

DR. PHILOMENA IKOWE AND HER JOYFUL CATHOLIC WITNESS | LIGHTS, CATHOLIC, ACTION! | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/dr-philomena-ikowe-and-her-joyful-catholic-witness/

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Greetings and blessings, beloved family!

Today, Sunday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time, we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome! Why does the feast of the dedication of a Church in Rome nearly two thousand years ago take priority over the Thirty Second Sunday of the year? It is because the Church in question is no ordinary Church. This was the first major Church or Basilica built in Rome by the first Christian emperor, Constantine. It was the first Christian Basilica to gather the Christians of the city around their bishop. It remains the principal Church of Rome today, the seat of the Bishop of Rome, who is our Holy Father, Pope Leo. It is considered the Mother Church of Roman Catholics throughout the world and is officially known as ‘the Mother and Head of all the churches in Rome and in the world’.

We joyfully thank God for the gift of life and for leading us safely into the month of November. As we continue this sacred journey of faith, we give thanks for God’s boundless mercy and the hope of eternal life promised to those who believe in Him. May the witness of the Saints and the faith of our loved ones who have gone before us inspire us to live each day in holiness, humility, and love. This month of November, dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, invites us to pray fervently for our departed loved ones and for all who await the fullness of heavenly joy. We especially remember those who mourn, that they may find comfort and peace in the promise of resurrection. Through the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of All Saints, may God grant eternal rest to the faithful departed, healing to the brokenhearted, and grace to all who seek His mercy. May this new month bring light to our minds, peace to our hearts, and strength to our souls. Amen. 🙏🏽

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” ~ Matthew 5:4

We join our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV to pray for the gentle repose of the souls of our dear beloved late Pope Francis, the Cardinals, Bishops, Priests and Religious who have gone to be with the Lord. We also remember in prayer all who began this journey of life with us but are no longer here. We pray for the gentle repose of the souls of our loved ones who recently passed away, and we continue to pray for the souls in Purgatory; lost souls. For the repose of the souls of all the faithful departed, may the Lord receive them into the light of Eternal Kingdom.

“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His Saints.” ~ Psalm 116:15

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them. May their gentle souls through the mercy of God rest in perfect peace with our Lord Jesus Christ… Amen 🙏🏽

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🙏🏽✝️🕯✝️🕯✝️🕯

Lord Almighty, we lift our hearts in gratitude for Your unfailing love, protection, and mercy that carried us through the past month. We entrust the days of November into Your hands, asking for Your blessings, guidance, and peace upon our lives and families. May this month be for us a time of renewed faith, deeper hope, and overflowing joy. We pray especially for all families, for children, parents, and teachers, that they may be strengthened and protected. Bless those who will celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, new opportunities, and milestones this month, and comfort those who enter it with heavy hearts or struggles. Lord, go before us, walk beside us, and remain with us always, now and forever. Amen. 🙏🏽

Today, we humbly pray for the poor, abandoned, and those in need, for all those who are marginalized in our society. For those who are imprisoned, especially those who are unjustly imprisoned. We pray for charitable organizations, asking God’s blessing upon their mission and we lift our prayers for peace, love, justice and unity in our families, marriages and our world. May God protect us all and keep us safe and united in peace, love and faith. Amen 🙏🏽

Through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary on this special Feast day, we lift our prayers for the protection, safety and well-being of healthcare professionals, educators, missionaries, pilots, and all travelers. We ask for healing for the sick and dying, especially those who are suffering from cancers and other terminal diseases, strength for the weary, peace in troubled homes, and provision for all in need. Guide our steps in righteousness, protect us from harm, and fill our hearts with faith, joy, and gratitude. May this month draw us closer to Your will, and may every day be a testimony of Your goodness and mercy in our lives. We begin this month with trust in Your unfailing love, Lord, and we surrender all that lies ahead into Your hands. Amen 🙏🏾

We continue to pray for the Church, the Clergy, our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, the Cardinals, Bishops, all Priests, that they be sanctified in their ministry to God’s people. We pray for persecuted Christians, for the conversion of sinners, and Christians all over the world suffering from political and religious unrest.

Through the intercession of St. Joseph, we pray for all fathers, mothers, workers, and all those who labor in this world. May the Lord bless the work of their hands, and may God’s grace and mercy be with us all during this season of Ordinary Time. Wishing us all and our loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and grace-filled month of October. 🙏🏽

KIND REMINDER: JUBILEE YEAR OF HOPE 2025 HOLY DOOR SCHEDULE TIMELINES | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/jubilee-of-hope-2025/

The Jubilee began with the opening of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, and will conclude with the closing of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica on January 6, 2026. The Holy Doors at the other major basilicas (St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls) will be closed on Sunday, December 28, 2025

Individuals who cannot travel to Rome can participate in the Jubilee by making a pilgrimage to a local designated site. For a complete list of local pilgrimage sites, check with your local diocese. 

OPENING OF THE HOLY DOORS SCHEDULES | JUBILEE OF HOPE 2025
Pope Francis opens the Holy Door Ushering in the Jubilee of Hope | ‘Hope is Alive’ | Vatican News | December 24, 2024 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/jubilee-of-hope-2025/

JUBILEE OF HOPE 2025: JUBILEE PRAYER | Link to the prayer of the Jubilee of Hope 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2025/01/08/the-jubilee-prayer/

PURGATORY: WHAT IS PURGATORY? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2024/11/15/purgatory-and-limbo/

PURGATORY: The Catechism of the Catholic Church defines purgatory as a “purification, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven,” which is experienced by those “who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified” (CCC 1030). It notes that “this final purification of the elect . . . is entirely different from the punishment of the damned” (CCC 1031). The purification is necessary because, as Scripture teaches, nothing unclean will enter the presence of God in heaven (Rev. 21:27) and, while we may die with our mortal sins forgiven, there can still be many impurities in us, specifically venial sins and the temporal punishment due to sins already forgiven.

What Happens in Purgatory?: When we die, we undergo what is called the particular, or individual, judgment. Scripture says that “it is appointed for men to die once, and after that comes judgment” (Heb. 9:27). We are judged instantly and receive our reward, for good or ill. We know at once what our final destiny will be. At the end of time, when Jesus returns, there will come the general judgment to which the Bible refers, for example, in Matthew 25:31-32: “When the Son of man comes in His glory, and all the angels with him, then He will sit on His glorious throne. Before Him will be gathered all the nations, and He will separate them one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. In this general judgment all our sins will be publicly revealed (Luke 12:2–5).

November is a month when we remember our dead in a special way. It is a month when we are prone to reflecting on death, not in a morbid way but in the hopeful way that is rooted in our faith. Please let us remember to pray for the Poor Souls in Purgatory this month of November and always.

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SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS:

Bible Readings for today’s Holy Mass, Sunday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time | USCCB | https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading

Today’s Bible Readings: Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome | November 9, 2025
Reading 1: Ezekiel 47:1–2, 8–9, 12
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 46:2–3, 5–6, 8–9
Reading 2: 1 Corinthians 3:9c–11, 16–17
Gospel: John 2:13–22

Gospel Reading ~ John 2:13–22

“Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.”

“Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, as well as the money-changers seated there. He made a whip out of cords and drove them all out of the temple area, with the sheep and oxen, and spilled the coins of the money-changers and overturned their tables, and to those who sold doves He said, “Take these out of here, and stop making my Father’s house a marketplace.” His disciples recalled the words of Scripture, Zeal for your house will consume me. At this the Jews answered and said to Him, “What sign can you show us for doing this?” Jesus answered and said to them, “Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.” The Jews said, “This temple has been under construction for forty-six years, and you will raise it up in three days?” But He was speaking about the temple of His Body. Therefore, when He was raised from the dead, His disciples remembered that He had said this, and they came to believe the Scripture and the word Jesus had spoken.”

In today’s Gospel, as Jesus entered the Temple, He found it filled with merchants and money changers, turning a sacred space into a place of business. With righteous zeal, He drove them out, declaring, “Take these out of here, and stop making my Father’s house a marketplace.” The disciples remembered the Scripture, “Zeal for your house will consume me.” When asked for a sign to justify His actions, Jesus replied, “Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up.” The Jews misunderstood, thinking He spoke of the physical temple in Jerusalem, but Jesus was speaking of His Body, the true dwelling place of God among men.

In today’s feast, Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, we celebrate not just the dedication of a building, but the deeper mystery it represents: the living presence of God among His people. The Lateran Basilica, known as the “Mother and Head of all Churches in Rome and in the world” stands as a visible sign of unity between all believers and the universal Church. Yet, Jesus reminds us that the truest temple is not made of stone, it is the human heart, sanctified by His Spirit. When Christ rose from the dead, He became the new and eternal temple, the meeting place between God and humanity. The cleansing of the Temple reveals Jesus’ desire for holiness in His Father’s house, and by extension, in our souls. Our lives are meant to be temples of His presence, free from the clutter of sin, selfishness, and distraction. The Lord’s zeal challenges us to look within and ask: What tables need to be overturned in my heart? What has taken the place of God in the inner sanctuary of my soul? Just as Jesus purified the Temple, He desires to cleanse us through His Word, Sacraments, and grace, restoring our hearts into places of prayer, love, and truth.

Today’s Gospel, reminds us, that even sacred spaces, like the Temple in Jerusalem, can cease to serve their intended purpose. Jesus declared that His Father’s house had been turned into a market. It had fallen far short of Ezekiel’s vision of a space that generated new life. A church building has the potential to be a well-spring of life and hope for the parish community. If it is to realize that potential, we need to keep paying attention to what goes on there, and to ask ‘What can we do to ensure that this Sacred space is truly life-giving for all who come here to worship?’ At our individual Parishes, as a parish community we need to keep working on our Sacred space so that it remains a place that helps us to be more open to the Spirit of God living among us, a place that empowers us to become God’s temple in the world.

The First Reading from the prophet Ezekiel presents a beautiful image of water flowing from the temple, life-giving, healing, and renewing everything it touches. This symbolizes the grace that flows from Christ’s pierced side, through the Church, into the world. Wherever this water reaches, life blossoms, a powerful image of the sacraments and the Spirit’s work in our lives. The fruit trees that grow along the banks represent believers whose lives bear fruit when rooted in God’s presence.

The Responsorial Psalm echoes this celebration: “The waters of the river gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High!” God Himself is our refuge and strength; His presence fills His Church and sanctifies His people. Even in times of trial or change, the Lord remains in our midst — our stronghold and peace.

Saint Paul, in the Second Reading, reminds us that “you are God’s building… the temple of God, and the Spirit of God dwells in you.” This truth gives dignity to every Christian soul. We are each called to build upon the foundation of Christ, ensuring that our faith and actions rest firmly on His truth. To destroy or neglect this temple, our soul is to wound the very dwelling of God.

As we reflect on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today as we celebrate the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, the Mother Church of Christendom, let us take a moment to look inward. Do I truly see myself as a living temple of the Holy Spirit? What areas of my heart need cleansing habits, attitudes, or attachments that distract me from God’s presence? How often do I allow Christ to enter and renew my inner temple through prayer, confession, and the Eucharist? Do I bring life and grace to others like the river that flowed from the temple in Ezekiel’s vision, or do I sometimes hold back the flow of love and mercy God wants to share through me? As we honor this feast, let us ask the Lord to make His dwelling firm within us, that our hearts may always be sanctuaries of peace, purity, and divine presence.

As we honor the dedication of the Lateran Basilica, we are invited to renew our dedication to Christ, the cornerstone of our faith. The physical temple may symbolize beauty and reverence, but the living temple the Church and the soul must always be purified by love and animated by the Spirit. May we, as members of His Body, be living stones, united in faith, radiating holiness, and bearing fruit that glorifies His name. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us the grace as we remain steadfast in faith and continue to serve Him in spirit and in truth. 🙏🏽

Lord Jesus Christ, You are the true Temple, the dwelling of the living God among us. As we celebrate the dedication of Your Church, purify our hearts from all that is unworthy of Your presence. Cleanse our souls as You once cleansed the temple in Jerusalem, so that nothing within us may hinder Your grace. May Your Spirit flow through us like the waters from the temple, bringing life, healing, and renewal to all we meet. Strengthen the unity of Your Church throughout the world and help us to build upon the foundation of love, humility, and truth. Grant that our hearts may always be holy ground, radiant with Your presence, and open to Your transforming power. Amen 🙏🏽

FEAST OF THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME; MEMORIAL OF SAINT THEODORE TYRO, MARTYR; AND SAINT BENIGNUS OF ARMAGH – FEAST DAY: NOVEMBER 9TH: Today, the Church celebrates with joy the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, the Mother Church of Christendom, and honors the Memorial of Saint Theodore Tyro, Martyr (Patron of Soldiers and Courage in Faith) and Saint Benignus of Armagh (Patron of Cantors and Missionary Zeal). This day reminds us that the Church is not only made of stones and walls, but of living souls each baptized Christian forming a temple where God Himself dwells. As we commemorate this feast and the witness of these saints, may our hearts be renewed as sacred dwellings of Christ’s presence, radiating His grace to the world. 🙏🏾

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DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA IN ROME: The Lateran Basilica is one of the four great Basilicas of Rome. The Lateran Basilica, officially titled The Archbasilica of the Most Holy Savior and of Saints John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, stands as the Cathedral Church of the Bishop of Rome—the Pope—and is the oldest and highest-ranking of all the major basilicas in Rome. Its inscription, “Omnium urbis et orbis ecclesiarum mater et caput” (“Mother and head of all the churches in the city and the world”), expresses its unique spiritual role as a symbol of unity in the Catholic Church. The original Basilica was erected by the Emperor Constantine, the first Christian Emperor. Before the time of Constantine there were no public buildings called churches. Christians met in ordinary spaces, such as people’s homes. Originally part of Emperor Constantine’s palace, the basilica was given to Pope Miltiades in the early 4th century, becoming the first public Christian church after the legalization of Christianity in 313 AD. The dedication took place around 324 AD under Pope Sylvester I. Initially named “The Basilica of the Savior,” it was later dedicated also to St. John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist.

The Lateran Basilica stands as a powerful reminder that God desires to dwell not only in buildings of stone but in the hearts of His people. As St. Paul writes, “You are God’s building… holy is God’s temple, which you are” (1 Corinthians 3:9,17). Every church dedicated to worship mirrors this truth: that each believer, through grace and faith, becomes a living sanctuary of divine presence. This feast calls us to renew our reverence for both the Church as a sacred space and for our own souls as temples of the Holy Spirit. Let us care for our churches as holy places of encounter, and for our hearts as the most intimate dwelling of God’s love.

“I have chosen and consecrated this house, says the Lord, that My name may be there forever.” — 2 Chronicles 7:16

PRAYER: Lord God, You build Your Church of living stones, sanctified by Your Spirit and founded upon Christ, the cornerstone. As we celebrate the dedication of the Lateran Basilica, renew within us the grace of holiness, that our hearts may be worthy dwelling places for Your presence. May Your people grow into the heavenly Jerusalem, united in worship and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾

SAINT THEODORE TYRO, MARTYR: Saint Theodore Tyro (also called Theodore the Recruit or Theodore of Amasea) was a young soldier in the Roman army who courageously professed his Christian faith during the persecutions of Emperor Maximian in the early 4th century. Ordered to offer sacrifice to pagan gods, he refused, boldly declaring his loyalty to Christ. In an act of holy zeal, he destroyed the temple of the goddess Cybele, for which he was arrested and condemned to be burned alive. Entering the flames with peace and joy, Saint Theodore gave his life for the Savior he loved above all things. His martyrdom inspired generations of Christians, especially soldiers, to remain steadfast in faith amidst persecution.

He is honored in both the Eastern and Western Churches as one of the “Soldier Saints,” alongside Saints George and Demetrius.

PRAYER: O God of strength and courage, You filled Saint Theodore Tyro with unwavering faith and holy zeal. Through his intercession, grant us the grace to stand firm in truth, resist the temptations of the world, and fight bravely against all that opposes Your kingdom. May our hearts burn with love for Christ, who conquers through the Cross. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾

SAINT BENIGNUS OF ARMAGH: Saint Benignus of Armagh (d. 467) was the beloved disciple and companion of Saint Patrick, known for his gentleness, musical gifts, and missionary zeal. Born in County Meath, Ireland, he was baptized and trained by St. Patrick, who affectionately called him Benén, meaning “little Benignus.” He served as St. Patrick’s close assistant in evangelizing Ireland and was appointed coadjutor bishop of Armagh and the first rector of its school. A gifted singer, he organized choirs wherever he preached, earning the title “Patrick’s Psalmist.” His contributions to the Senchus Mór, the Irish code of Christian law, and his participation in early Church councils helped lay the spiritual and social foundation of Catholic Ireland. Saint Benignus died around 467 AD, deeply loved for his humility and faithfulness. His name endures in Irish history as a model of joyful discipleship.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, You filled Saint Benignus with a song of praise that echoed through his life and mission. May his intercession inspire us to serve You joyfully and to spread the melody of Your love wherever we go. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾

Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Theodore Tyro, and Saint Benignus of Armagh — Pray for us. 🙏🏾

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PRAYER FOR VICTIMS OF NATURAL DISASTERS: We join our prayers to the prayers of others throughout the world, for the victims of natural disasters which have brought destruction and disaster to so many lives. We particularly pray for the victims of the recent Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean, for the people of Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, and others who are facing the devastation caused by the hurricane. May God grant eternal rest to all those who lost their lives, restore what was lost, and console all those who are grieving, injured, or have lost loved ones. Amen 🙏🏽

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY (WMS) | OCTOBER 19, 2025 | Pope Leo XIV’s Message | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/world-mission-sunday-october-19-2025/

CANONIZATION OF SEVEN NEW SAINTS BY POPE LEO XIV | OCTOBER 19, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/pope-leo-xivs-canonization-of-seven-new-saints-october-19-2025/

LIST OF ALL NOVENAS | Month of November| https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/list-of-all-novenas-november/

COMMON CATHOLIC PRAYERS | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/common-catholic-prayers/

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THE POPE’S MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER: For the prevention of suicide. Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

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DEVOTION OF THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER | MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS: November is dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, a month of prayerful remembrance for all the faithful departed who await the joy of Heaven. The Church calls us to intercede for them through our prayers, sacrifices, and Masses, trusting in God’s mercy to purify their souls and welcome them into eternal light. These souls, known as the Church Suffering, are united with the Church Triumphant in Heaven and the Church Militant on earth, one communion of love bound together in Christ.

This devotion is beautifully expressed in the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day) on November 2, which follows the Solemnity of All Saints on November 1. As the liturgical year draws to a close, the Church invites us to reflect on eternity, on the hope of resurrection and the promise of Heaven. Each prayer offered for the departed becomes an act of mercy that brings comfort to their souls and strengthens our own journey toward holiness.

“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace. Amen.” 🙏🏽

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PRAYER INTENTIONS: As we celebrate the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica—the mother and head of all churches—let us pray that every Christian may become a true temple of God, radiating His presence through faith, charity, and unity. May the Church continue to be a living sign of God’s dwelling among His people, built on the foundation of Christ and sustained by the Holy Spirit. Through the intercession of Saints Theodore Tyro and Benignus of Armagh, may we defend our faith courageously, serve with humility, and spread the light of the Gospel to all we meet.

LET US PRAY:

Lord God, You dwell not in buildings made by human hands but in hearts purified by Your grace. As we honor the dedication of the Lateran Basilica, renew in us the spirit of holiness and strengthen the unity of Your Church. May we, like Saint Theodore and Saint Benignus, stand firm in faith and joyfully bear witness to Your truth in our world. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.🙏🏾

Save Us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Theodore Tyro, and Saint Benignus of Armagh ~ Pray for us 🙏🏾

Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Pray for us. Amen 🙏🏽

Thanking God for the precious gift of this new day, and on this Sunday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time, may our hearts remain open to the quiet working of the Holy Spirit who continues to guide, renew, and strengthen us each day. As we continue our journey through the month of November, we lift our hearts in gratitude for the blessings of the past and entrust the days ahead into God’s loving hands. May this month, dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls, be filled with hope, peace, safety, and the quiet joy that comes from knowing that Christ walks with us always. Alleluia! Have a blessed, safe, grace-filled, and fruitful Sunday, and a peaceful continuation of the month of November. 🙏🏽

Blessings and Love always, Philomena 💖

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