SATURDAY OF THE THIRTY-SECOND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
SAINTS OF THE DAY ~ FEAST DAY: NOVEMBER 15, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/category/saints-of-the-day
MEMORIAL OF SAINT ALBERT THE GREAT, BISHOP AND DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH AND SAINT LEOPOLD OF AUSTRIA | NOVEMBER 15TH | Direct link to the detailed history of Saint Albert the Great, and Saint Leopold of Austria | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/saints-of-the-day-feast-day-november-15th/
DAY 2: NOVENA TO CHRIST THE KING | NOVEMBER 14-22, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/novena-to-christ-the-king/
Novena to Christ the King starts November 14, 2025! The Novena is prayed any time of year, but traditionally prayed Nine Days Prior to the Solemnity of Christ the King on November 23, 2025
Watch “Holy Mass and Holy Rosary | EWTN | November 15, 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-15-2025/
MOTHER OF THE FAITHFUL PEOPLE OF GOD (MATER POPULI FIDELIS) | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/mother-of-the-faithful-people-of-god-mater-populi-fidelis/
THE HOLY ROSARY: WHAT IS THE HOLY ROSARY AND WHY DO WE PRAY THE HOLY ROSARY? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2024/11/21/the-holy-rosary-what-is-the-holy-rosary-and-why-do-we-pray-the-holy-rosary/
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, on this Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time, the Church invites us once again to pause, reflect, and remain attentive to the signs of God’s presence in our daily lives. We commemorate the Memorial of Saint Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor of the Church, alongside Saint Leopold of Austria, holy men who witnessed to Christ through wisdom, knowledge, and faithful leadership. As we enter into today’s Scripture readings, we are reminded of God’s glory revealed in creation, His call to persistent prayer and trust, and the example of the Saints who walked before us with steadfast hearts. May this reflection open our minds to God’s wisdom and strengthen our desire to follow Him faithfully.
We joyfully thank God for the gift of life and for leading us safely in this 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. 🙏🏽
DAY 2: NOVENA TO CHRIST THE KING | NOVEMBER 14-22, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/novena-to-christ-the-king/
Novena to Christ the King starts 14th November, 2025! The Novena is prayed any time of year, but traditionally prayed Nine Days Prior to the Solemnity of Christ the King on November 23, 2025
From November 14–22, 2025, we join the universal Church in praying this novena with devotion and trust, asking Christ the King to reign in our hearts and strengthen us in faith.
PRAYER: Almighty and merciful God, you break the power of evil and make all things new in your Son Jesus Christ, the King of the universe. May all in heaven and earth acclaim your glory and never cease to praise you. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.🙏🏾
Recite One Our Father, One Hail Mary and One Glory Be per day followed by the Novena Prayer:
O Lord our God, You alone are the Most Holy King and Ruler of all nations. We pray to You, Lord, in the great expectation of receiving from You, O Divine King, mercy, peace, justice and all good things. Protect, O Lord our King, our families and the land of our birth. Guard us we pray, Most Faithful One. Protect us from our enemies and from Your Just Judgment. Forgive us, O Sovereign King, our sins against You. Jesus, You are a King of Mercy. We have deserved Your Just Judgment. Have mercy on us, Lord, and forgive us. We trust in Your Great Mercy. O most awe-inspiring King, we bow before You and pray; May Your Reign, Your Kingdom, be recognized on earth. Amen. 🙏🏾
NOVENA TO CHRIST THE KING | NOVEMBER 14-22, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/novena-to-christ-the-king/
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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. On this special Feast day, as we continue to remember the faithful departed, please let us remember to pray for the Poor Souls in Purgatory this month of November and always. Through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary and all the Saints, we humbly pray for the souls of our faithful departed loved ones, for the souls in Purgatory and the repose of the souls of all the faithful departed.🙏🏽
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SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS:
Bible Readings for today’s Holy Mass, Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time | USCCB | https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
Today’s Bible Readings: Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time | November 15, 2025
Reading 1: Wisdom 18:14–16; 19:6–9
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 105:2–3, 36–37, 42–43
Gospel: Luke 18:1–8
Gospel Reading ~ Luke 18:1–8
*“Pray always without becoming weary; Will not God then secure the rights of his chosen ones who call out to him day and night?”
“Jesus told His disciples a parable about the necessity for them to pray always without becoming weary. He said, “There was a judge in a certain town who neither feared God nor respected any human being. And a widow in that town used to come to him and say, ‘Render a just decision for me against my adversary.’ For a long time the judge was unwilling, but eventually he thought, ‘While it is true that I neither fear God nor respect any human being, because this widow keeps bothering me I shall deliver a just decision for her lest she finally come and strike me.’” The Lord said, “Pay attention to what the dishonest judge says. Will not God then secure the rights of His chosen ones who call out to Him day and night? Will He be slow to answer them? I tell you, He will see to it that justice is done for them speedily. But when the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?”
Today’s Gospel opens with one of Jesus’ most direct teachings: “the necessity for them to pray always without becoming weary.” Jesus’ parable of the widow and the judge was about the need to pray continually and never lose heart. Jesus was aware that there was always a temptation for people of faith to lose heart, especially when they found themselves faced with hostility. Today’s parable portrays a widow who refuses to lose heart even when repeatedly faced with an unjust judge who refused to defend her rights, as he was obliged to do. There was every reason for her to lose heart. The judge was a powerful man and she was a powerless woman. Yet, she persevered with her plea for justice and eventually wore down the unjust judge. Jesus sees in the dogged perseverance of this widow the kind of faith that His followers need to have. That is why in His comment on the parable, Jesus asks the question, ‘When the Son of Man comes, will He find any faith on earth?’ Will He find the kind of persevering faith that the widow displayed or will He find that people of faith have lost heart in the face of evil and injustice?
Jesus uses the parable of the persistent widow to show us that perseverance in prayer is not simply recommended, it is essential to a living faith. The widow had no power, no influence, and no earthly protector. Yet her unyielding persistence moved even an unjust judge. If perseverance can make the indifferent respond, how much more will God who is perfectly just and infinitely loving answer those who call out to Him day and night? Jesus assures us that God sees, hears, and acts, even when His timing feels mysterious to us. Yet the final question Jesus asks is sobering: “When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on earth?” Faith is proven not by feelings or results, but by constantly remaining steadfast even when prayers seem unanswered. True faith refuses to give up. It trusts God in the silence, persists through the waiting, and surrenders the outcome into His hands. Jesus invites us today to return to the heart of prayer: fidelity, trust, and resilience. We are called to pray as this widow did, with confidence, with courage, and with unwavering hope.
The First Reading from the Book of Wisdom recalls God’s mighty acts during Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. It speaks of the “all-powerful word” of God coming forth like a warrior, and how creation itself was transformed to protect God’s people: waters parted, dry land appeared, and every element served Israel’s salvation. This reading reminds us that God’s power is not distant or abstract; it is active, decisive, and attentive. The same God who opened the Red Sea and sheltered His people continues to move in our lives today, often in ways we do not immediately perceive. His Word still goes forth with authority, capable of breaking through darkness, fear, and every obstacle. Just as Israel crossed over safely because God intervened, so too does God intervene in our own journeys, guiding, protecting, and restoring us.
The Responsorial Psalm calls us to “remember the marvels the Lord has done.” It recounts God’s faithfulness to Abraham and His mercy to Israel, how He struck down their oppressors, enriched His people, and led them forth with joy. Memory is a spiritual discipline. When we recall God’s past faithfulness, our hearts regain strength for the present. Gratitude becomes a doorway to trust. The Psalm teaches us that remembrance fuels perseverance, the very perseverance Jesus speaks of in the Gospel. By remembering what God has done, we find courage to trust what He will do.
As we reflect and meditate on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today, we are invited to examine the depth of our trust and the perseverance of our prayer. Do I pray with persistence, or do I easily give up when God seems silent? Have I allowed discouragement, impatience, or disappointment to weaken my faith? Do I truly believe that God hears my cries and will answer in His perfect time? Am I attentive to the ways God intervenes in my life, as He intervened for Israel, even when His actions unfold quietly and gradually? Do I take time to remember God’s past blessings so that my heart grows stronger in hope? And finally, if Jesus were to come today, would He find in me a faith that endures? Today, Jesus calls us to unwavering faith and persistent prayer. Let us not grow weary in lifting our hearts to God, even when answers seem delayed. Remember that God sees every act of trust, every whispered plea, and every faithful moment of waiting. Like the widow who refused to give up, we are invited to approach God with courage, confidence, and consistency. Let us keep our eyes on Him, anchoring our lives in His promises rather than the fleeting distractions of the world. May this Gospel inspire us to pray always, to trust fully, and to live with a readiness that welcomes the Son of Man at any moment. Persevere in faith, act with hope, and place your life in God’s hands, He is faithful and will never abandon those who call on Him. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us His grace as we remain steadfast in faith and continue to serve Him in spirit and in truth. 🙏🏽
Lord God, You are our refuge, our deliverer, and the One who hears every cry of the heart. Strengthen us with the grace of perseverance, that we may pray without growing weary and trust without losing hope. Free us from discouragement and renew in us a deep confidence in Your love and justice. As You parted the seas for Israel, part the waters that stand before us today. As You remembered Your covenant of old, remember us in Your mercy and guide us safely in Your will. May our faith remain steadfast and unwavering, so that when the Son of Man comes, He will find in us hearts that believe, trust, and endure. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽
MEMORIAL OF SAINT ALBERT THE GREAT, BISHOP AND DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH; AND SAINT LEOPOLD OF AUSTRIA – FEAST DAY: NOVEMBER 15TH: Today, the Church joyfully commemorates the Memorial of Saint Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (Patron of Scientists, Philosophers, and Students); and Saint Leopold of Austria (Patron of Austria, Large Families, and Step-Parents). These holy servants of God bore radiant witness to Christ through wisdom, charity, and courageous leadership. Their lives remind us that holiness is expressed not only in prayer but also in the pursuit of knowledge, the faithful exercise of authority, and service to others. May their intercession obtain for us grace to seek truth with humility, to act with justice and mercy, and to draw closer to Christ who strengthens all who trust in Him. 🙏🏾
Saints of the Day with Daily Reflections | November 15th https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com
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SAINT ALBERT THE GREAT, BISHOP AND DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH (1193–1280): Saint Albert the Great, known as the “Light of Germany,” was born in Lauingen, Germany. Celebrated for his encyclopedic knowledge, he joined the Order of Preachers under the guidance of Blessed Jordan of Saxony and studied in Padua and Paris, where he became one of the most distinguished philosophers and theologians of his time. Saint Thomas Aquinas was among his students. Albert taught, wrote, and guided countless souls, combining faith and reason in a remarkable harmony. His writings spanned theology, philosophy, natural sciences, and the arts, earning him the title “Doctor Universalis.” Appointed bishop of Regensburg, he continued to serve as counselor, teacher, and peacemaker, leaving behind a legacy of intellectual rigor balanced with spiritual devotion. Canonized in 1622 and declared a Doctor of the Church in 1931 by Pope Pius XI, he is Patron of scientists, philosophers, students, and all who seek knowledge in service of God.
PRAYER: O God, You blessed Saint Albert the Great with extraordinary wisdom and understanding. Through his intercession, grant us the courage to seek truth, the humility to respect Your divine wisdom, and the zeal to use our knowledge for the good of others and the glory of Your name. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾
SAINT LEOPOLD OF AUSTRIA (1073–1136): Saint Leopold of Austria, known as Leopold the Good, was born in Melk, Austria, and succeeded his father as Margrave of Austria at the age of twenty-three. A man of deep faith and extraordinary charity, he founded monasteries, promoted justice, and cared for the poor. Leopold’s life was marked by piety, prudence, and service to his people. Despite opportunities for greater temporal power, he humbly refused the imperial crown, choosing instead to live according to God’s will. He ruled with fairness and generosity for forty years, leaving a legacy of holiness and good governance. Canonized in 1486, Saint Leopold remains a model of faithful leadership and devotion to God, and is the Patron Saint of Austria, large families, step-parents, and children.
PRAYER: Lord, You filled Saint Leopold with wisdom, charity, and steadfast faith. Through his intercession, inspire leaders and families to act with justice and mercy, to serve others selflessly, and to remain faithful in every responsibility entrusted to them. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾
Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Albert the Great, and Saint Leopold of Austria — Pray for us. 🙏🏾
GENERAL PRAYERS AND INTENTIONS | PRAYERS FOR PEACE | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/general-prayers-and-intentions/
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/
Please find below links to the websites for Daily Reflections, Foundation, and interesting topics and articles about our Catholic faith and doctrines | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2025/01/30/daily-reflections-and-prayer-links/
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.
(https://popesprayerusa.net/popes-intentions/)
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.” 🙏🏽
https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/view.cfm?recnum=12540
PRAYER INTENTIONS: On this day, we bring before God our prayers for wisdom, knowledge, and faith, inspired by Saint Albert the Great and Saint Leopold of Austria. We pray for all students, teachers, scientists, and philosophers, that they may pursue truth with humility and integrity, using their gifts for the good of humanity and the glory of God. We pray for leaders, parents, and all those in positions of responsibility, that they may govern with justice, charity, and discernment. We lift up the sick, the suffering, and those who feel powerless, asking for God’s healing, comfort, and protection. May the Lord help us remain vigilant in prayer, like the persistent widow in today’s Gospel, trusting that God will hear and answer the cries of His people.
LET US PRAY:
Lord God, You are the source of all wisdom and the guardian of justice. Hear the prayers of Your people today. Grant that, through the intercession of Saint Albert the Great and Saint Leopold of Austria, we may grow in knowledge, faith, and virtue. Strengthen our hearts to persevere in prayer, to act with justice and mercy, and to live faithfully according to Your will. Protect the vulnerable, comfort the suffering, and guide all leaders and families in Your ways. May we never grow weary in seeking You, trusting that You will bring about justice and salvation in Your perfect time, through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾
Save Us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Albert the Great, and Saint Leopold of Austria ~ 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 Saturday 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 Saturday, a relaxing weekend and a peaceful continuation of the month of November. 🙏🏽
Blessings and Love always, Philomena 💖
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