MEMORIAL OF WOLFGANG, BISHOP AND SAINT QUENTIN, APOSTLE OF AMIENS, MARTYR

FRIDAY OF THE THIRTIETH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME

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SAINTS OF THE DAY ~ FEAST DAY: OCTOBER 31, 2025

MEMORIAL OF WOLFGANG, BISHOP AND SAINT QUENTIN, APOSTLE OF AMIENS, MARTYR | OCTOBER 31ST | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/category/saints-of-the-day

(Direct link to the detailed history of Saint Wolfgang and Saint Quentin | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/saints-of-the-day-feast-day-october-31st)

Watch “Holy Mass and Holy Rosary | EWTN | October 31, 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-october-31-2025/

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

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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 🙏🏽

Greetings and blessings, beloved family, and Happy vigil of All Saints (All Hallows’ Eve) Day!

Today, Friday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time, and the Vigil of All Saints (All Hallows’ Eve), we joyfully thank God for the gift of life and for leading us safely to the end of the month of October. As we prepare to celebrate the solemn feast of All Saints, we give thanks for the countless men and women who have gone before us in faith, shining as lights of holiness in the world. May their prayers strengthen us on our earthly journey and draw us ever closer to Christ. We particularly remember and pray for those mourning the loss of loved ones and for the eternal repose of the souls in Purgatory, that through God’s infinite mercy, they may be welcomed into the joy of Heaven. May our Blessed Mother Mary, Queen of All Saints, intercede for all who are in pain or sorrow, and may this day bring peace to troubled hearts, direction to the lost, comfort to the grieving, and strength to the weary. As we close this month in gratitude and hope, may God’s blessings, peace, and joy abide with us and lead us into the new month with renewed faith and trust in His divine will. In all things, may His name be glorified. 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 every day into Your hands, asking for Your blessings, guidance, and peace in our lives and families. May October be for us a season 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 October 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 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. 🙏🏽

We 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.

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

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🙏🏽

“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 🙏🏽 ✝️🕯✝️🕯✝️🕯

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

Important notes

The holy doors at the major basilicas in Rome opened on December 24, 2024, and will remain open until the end of the Jubilee Year on January 6, 2026.

Participating in a pilgrimage to a designated holy door can earn a plenary indulgence.

Individuals who cannot travel to Rome can participate in the Jubilee by making a pilgrimage to a local designated site.

Local Pilgrimage Sites

For a complete list of local pilgrimage sites, check with your local diocese.

For those in the US, you can find a list of designated pilgrimage sites for all the Dioceses on their websites. For instance, the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, the Diocese of Fort Worth, Diocese of Dallas, the Archdiocese of Seattle etc all listed their local pilgrimage sites on their websites.

For example, the Diocese of Fort Worth has assigned the following Parishes as pilgrimage churches with holy doors.

St. Patrick Cathedral,
Immaculate Conception of Mary Parish,
Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish,
St. Philip the Apostle Parish,
Sacred Heart Parish

Plenary Indulgence

In his proclamation of the Jubilee of 2025, Pope Francis announced an indulgence would be available to the faithful during the jubilee year. The indulgence, he explained, would be “a way of discovering the unlimited nature of God’s mercy.”

A plenary indulgence is a grace granted by the Catholic Church through the merits of Jesus Christ to remove the temporal punishment due to sin.

“May the Jubilee be a moment of genuine, personal encounter with the Lord Jesus, the ‘door’ (cf. Jn 10:7.9) of our salvation.” ~ Pope Francis

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SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS:

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

Today’s Bible Readings: Friday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time | October 31, 2025
Reading 1: Romans 9:1–5
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 147:12–13, 14–15, 19–20
Gospel: Luke 14:1–6

Gospel Reading ~ Luke 14:1–6

“Who among you, if your son or ox falls into a cistern, would not immediately pull him out on the sabbath day?”

“On a sabbath Jesus went to dine at the home of one of the leading Pharisees, and the people there were observing him carefully. In front of him there was a man suffering from dropsy. Jesus spoke to the scholars of the law and Pharisees in reply, asking, “Is it lawful to cure on the sabbath or not?” But they kept silent; so he took the man and, after he had healed him, dismissed him. Then he said to them “Who among you, if your son or ox falls into a cistern, would not immediately pull him out on the sabbath day?” But they were unable to answer his question.”

In today’s Gospel reading, Jesus is a guest at a meal hosted by leading Pharisees. It is the Sabbath day and a man with dropsy, a skin condition, has been placed in front of Jesus. Such a person would not normally have been a guest at such a meal; he was deliberately placed there to put Jesus to the test. According to the Gospel reading, the Pharisees ‘watched Jesus closely’. Even though Jesus and the Pharisees were members of the Jewish faith, the Pharisees did not share Jesus’ faith in God, His vision of God. The God at work through Jesus was shattering their understanding of God. Here was a God who wanted to bring fullness of life to the broken and vulnerable, every day of the week, including the Sabbath. The Sabbath may have been a day of rest, but it wasn’t a day when God rested from His life-giving and life-saving work through Jesus. The risen Lord wants to continue His healing and life affirming work through each one of us, every day, in every time and place. We need to rest from time to time, because we are human, but the Lord never rests. In the words of one of the Psalms, the Lord ‘will neither slumber nor sleep’. He is always on the look-out for people through whom He can work for the present and ultimate well-being of others.

Reflecting deeper, we find Jesus confronting the rigid mindset of the Pharisees with divine compassion. While the Pharisees are busy watching Him with suspicion, Jesus is watching a man in need. His gaze is not critical but merciful. He notices the man suffering from dropsy and cannot remain indifferent. The setting, a Sabbath meal at the home of a leading Pharisee, symbolizes the tension between the law and mercy, between outward religiosity and the inner heart of God’s love. When Jesus asks, “Is it lawful to cure on the sabbath or not?” the silence that follows exposes hearts hardened by legalism. They prefer silence to compassion, rules to mercy. But Jesus, unmoved by their disapproval, acts with divine authority and heals the man, showing that true holiness is found not in strict observance but in love that restores life. This moment reveals the essence of Jesus’ mission, to free humanity from whatever cripples us spiritually or physically, even if it defies convention. The Sabbath was meant to be a day of rest and renewal, yet for Jesus, that rest comes through acts of love. His question to the Pharisees still echoes in our hearts: What kind of Sabbath do we keep? Do we allow love to guide our actions, or do we hide behind excuses, fears, and comfort zones? The Gospel reminds us that every time we choose mercy over judgment, we mirror the heart of Christ. To follow Jesus is to have the courage to act with compassion, even when others remain silent. In the name of religion, in defence of God’s law, the religious experts displayed little respect for someone who was in great need. Jesus bears witness to an authentic form of religion that treats others with the respect that is worthy of their dignity as people made in God’s image and precious in God’s sight. As followers of Jesus we are called to keep taking our lead from Him; His way of relating to others is to be ours, and His way can be ours with the help of the Holy Spirit that He pours into our hearts.

In the First Reading, Saint Paul’s words are filled with deep sorrow and selfless love. He writes to the Romans that he would even accept being “cut off from Christ” if it could mean the salvation of his people, Israel. Such love is profoundly Christ-like, the willingness to suffer for others, even to the point of separation from joy itself. Paul’s anguish mirrors the heart of Christ, who also wept over Jerusalem and gave Himself up for humanity. This passage invites us to examine our own capacity for love. How far are we willing to go for the sake of another’s salvation? Do we pray with real compassion for those who have turned away from God or live in disbelief? Paul’s lament is also filled with reverence. He acknowledges Israel’s unique role as God’s chosen people, the ones who received the covenants, the law, the promises, and even the lineage of Christ Himself. This teaches us gratitude and humility, gratitude for the faith we have received, and humility to remember that salvation is a gift, not a privilege. Paul’s sorrow reminds us that evangelization is not merely a duty; it is an act of love that flows from sharing the heart of God for His people.

Reflecting on the Responsorial Psalm, “Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.” The psalmist invites God’s people to rejoice in His goodness. God has strengthened their gates, blessed their children, and filled them with peace and abundance. These verses celebrate the faithfulness of a God who provides, protects, and reveals His word. The psalm fits beautifully with Paul’s message, Israel was specially blessed, chosen to receive God’s law and truth. And yet, through Christ, these blessings extend to all who believe. For us, the Psalm becomes a song of gratitude for God’s constant care. He nourishes us daily with the “best of wheat” His Word and the Eucharist. He grants us peace when our hearts are restless and calls us to live in the joy of His protection. When we recognize how richly we are blessed, praise becomes not just an act of worship but a way of life.

As we reflect on the words of the Sacred Scriptures today, let us ask ourselves, Do I allow the needs of others to move me to compassionate action, even when it costs me something? Have I ever hesitated to do good out of fear of judgment or criticism from others? Like Saint Paul, do I carry in my heart a sincere concern for those who are far from God? How can I, in my daily choices, reflect the mercy and love of Christ who heals and restores without hesitation? Do I truly live with a spirit of gratitude, recognizing the many ways God has blessed me and called me to share His love with others? Dear brothers and sisters, today’s readings invite us to rediscover the heart of true religion, love expressed in mercy. Jesus reminds us that compassion is never bound by time or law; it is the very law of God written on the heart. When we allow mercy to lead our actions, every day becomes a Sabbath, a moment of healing and grace. Like Saint Paul, we are called to carry within us a love that suffers for others, a love that prays even for those who do not yet know Christ. And like the psalmist, we must lift our hearts in gratitude, for the Lord has filled our lives with peace, provision, and His holy Word.

Let us therefore live as people of mercy, refusing to remain silent in the face of suffering or indifference. Let our faith not be a matter of rules but of relationship, with God who heals, and with neighbor who needs our love. As followers of Christ, let our hands be quick to serve, our hearts open to forgive, and our lips ready to praise. May every act of kindness, no matter how small, proclaim that the Lord still walks among us, healing and restoring His people. 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. 🙏🏽

Merciful Lord, You see the suffering of Your people and never turn away. Grant me a heart like Yours, one that notices the wounded, acts with compassion, and loves without fear. Teach me to value mercy above appearances, and to live in the freedom of Your love. May I, like Saint Paul, carry a deep concern for the salvation of others, praying and working for their good. Strengthen me to praise You in every circumstance and to be an instrument of Your peace. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾

VIGIL OF ALL SAINTS DAY (ALL HALLOWS’ EVE) | OCTOBER 31ST:

LITURGICAL CONTEXT

The Vigil of All Saints Day, also known as All Hallows’ Eve, prepares us for one of the most joyful feasts in the Church’s calendar, the Solemnity of All Saints on November 1. In 2025, All Saints’ Day falls on a Saturday, and therefore, it is not a Holy Day of Obligation for Catholics in the United States.

This adjustment follows the norms of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), which state that when November 1 (All Saints), January 1 (Mary, Mother of God), or August 15 (Assumption) falls on a Saturday or Monday, the obligation to attend Mass is lifted. Even so, parishes will celebrate Masses both on Friday evening (the vigil) and Saturday (the feast day), and the faithful are strongly encouraged to participate in thanksgiving for the countless saints in heaven.

Key Information (U.S. Context – 2025)

Vigil of All Saints Day: Friday, October 31, 2025
All Saints Day: Saturday, November 1, 2025
Holy Day of Obligation: No – obligation lifted because it falls on a Saturday
Holy Masses: Still celebrated on both days; attendance encouraged but not required.

MEANING AND SIGNIFICANCE

“All Hallows’ Eve,” from which we get the word Halloween, literally means “the evening before All Hallows (All Saints).” It begins the Triduum of the Dead, also known as Allhallowtide, three holy days dedicated to remembering the Church’s mystery of communion:

October 31 – All Hallows’ Eve: The vigil of prayer and preparation.
November 1 – All Saints’ Day: Celebrating all saints, known and unknown, who now share in the glory of heaven.
November 2 – All Souls’ Day: Praying for the faithful departed undergoing purification in purgatory.

Together, these days remind us that the Church Triumphant (in heaven), Church Suffering (in purgatory), and Church Militant (on earth) are mysteriously united in Christ. This holy season invites us to meditate on the reality of heaven and hell, the beauty of sanctity, and our duty to pray for the souls of the departed.

FAITH AND CULTURE

While modern Halloween celebrations have become largely secular, focusing on costumes, parties, and commercial fun, their Christian roots lie in this sacred vigil. The Church encourages Catholics to celebrate with discernment, keeping the focus on the light of the saints rather than on themes that glorify fear or darkness.
Lighting a candle for the deceased, praying the Litany of the Saints, or attending Mass on this evening are simple ways to reclaim the spiritual depth of All Hallows’ Eve.

PRAYER: Lord God of holiness and light, as we enter this Vigil of All Saints, open our hearts to the example of those who have gone before us, whose lives reflected Your love and mercy. Through their intercession, draw us nearer to You, nd help us to walk in the holiness that leads to eternal life. Grant peace and pardon to all the faithful departed, and let perpetual light shine upon them. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽

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MEMORIAL OF SAINT WOLFGANG, BISHOP; AND SAINT QUENTIN, APOSTLE OF AMIENS, MARTYR ~ FEAST DAY: OCTOBER 31ST: Today, the Church honors two remarkable saints who lived centuries apart yet shared a burning love for Christ and His people, Saint Wolfgang, Bishop of Regensburg (patron of carpenters, woodcarvers, and those suffering from strokes and paralysis), and Saint Quentin, Apostle of Amiens, Martyr (patron against coughs and protector of the city of Amiens). Their lives remind us that holiness takes many forms, in pastoral leadership, in missionary zeal, and in courageous witness unto death. Through their intercession, we pray for the sick and the suffering, especially those battling cancer, paralysis, and respiratory illnesses; for widows and widowers, the poor and the vulnerable, and the souls in Purgatory. We pray for peace, unity, and healing in our families and in the world. May God grant wisdom to our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, bishops, and priests, bless the Church with holy vocations, strengthen persecuted Christians, and bring the conversion of sinners. Amen. 🙏🏾

Saints of the Day with Daily Reflections | October 31st | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com

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SAINT WOLFGANG, BISHOP (934–994): Saint Wolfgang of Regensburg, also known as the Great Almoner, was a Benedictine monk, reformer, missionary, and Bishop of Regensburg in Bavaria. Born into a noble Swabian family around 934, he received an excellent education and early developed a strong desire for holiness. Though brilliant and well-positioned for worldly success, Wolfgang longed for a life of prayer and service. After teaching in Trier and witnessing moral laxity among the clergy, he joined the Benedictine Order, seeking renewal through humility and discipline. Ordained in 968, Wolfgang’s gifts as a teacher and reformer soon became evident. He was sent to evangelize the Magyars in Hungary and later consecrated Bishop of Regensburg on Christmas Day, 972. As bishop, he lived simply, keeping his monastic habit and spirit of poverty. He reformed monasteries, restored discipline among clergy, and tirelessly cared for the poor, earning the title “the Great Almoner.” Despite his pastoral authority, Wolfgang preferred prayer and solitude, often retreating to the wilderness to renew his spirit. He also tutored the future Holy Roman Emperor, Saint Henry II, influencing the next generation of Christian leadership.

Saint Wolfgang’s compassion for the poor, his courage in reform, and his humility in leadership made him a true shepherd after Christ’s heart. He died on October 31, 994, in Puppingen, Austria. Many miracles occurred at his tomb, especially healings from stomach and nerve ailments. He was canonized in 1052 by Pope Saint Leo IX. Today, Saint Wolfgang is venerated as the patron of carpenters, woodcarvers, those suffering from paralysis, strokes, and stomach diseases, and of the Diocese of Regensburg.

PRAYER: O God, Shepherd of souls, You raised Saint Wolfgang to guide Your Church with wisdom, humility, and compassion. Through his intercession, may we remain steadfast in faith and generous in love. Grant that we may imitate his zeal for the Gospel and his care for the poor. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏽

SAINT QUENTIN, APOSTLE OF AMIENS, MARTYR (DIED 287): Saint Quentin, also known as Quintinus, was a Roman of noble birth and great zeal for Christ. Filled with apostolic fervor, he left Rome for Gaul (modern-day France) with eleven missionary companions, preaching the Gospel with courage and miracles that confirmed his message. Settling in Amiens, he converted many through his faith and compassion, giving sight to the blind, strength to the lame, and hope to the hopeless. His ministry soon drew the attention of Rictiovarus, the local Roman governor, who arrested him for refusing to worship pagan gods.

Despite threats, tortures, and imprisonment, Quentin fearlessly proclaimed Christ crucified, declaring that “it is true nobility to serve the Creator of heaven and earth.” Refusing to renounce his faith, he endured brutal torments — scourging, piercing with iron nails, and being stretched on the rack — yet he continued to pray and forgive his persecutors. Finally, after countless sufferings, he was beheaded on October 31, 287. His body was miraculously preserved and rediscovered twice, inspiring great devotion throughout France. Numerous churches, towns, and pilgrimages bear his name to this day. Saint Quentin stands as a shining witness of courage, purity of faith, and total trust in God’s power. His life reminds us that no suffering is wasted when united with Christ’s love, and that true victory lies in fidelity to the Gospel.

PRAYER: O God, You gave Saint Quentin the courage to confess Your name and to endure cruel torments for the sake of Christ. Grant that through his prayers, we may remain steadfast in faith amid life’s trials and witness boldly to Your truth. Through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. 🙏🏽

Our Blessed Mother Mary, Saint Wolfgang, and Saint Quentin — Pray for us. 🙏🏾

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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 October | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/list-of-all-novenas-october/

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

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THE POPE’S MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER: For collaboration between different religious traditions. Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human fraternity.

(https://popesprayerusa.net/popes-intentions/)

DEVOTION OF THE MONTH OF OCTOBER | MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY: October is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary, a powerful prayer that draws us into the heart of the Gospel through the eyes of Mary. The Rosary is more than repetition. It is a meditation on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, united with the loving presence of His Blessed Mother. As Pope St. John Paul II reminded us, the Rosary is “a compendium of the Gospel,” helping us to contemplate Christ’s face with Mary.

The twenty mysteries of the Rosary, Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous, invite us to journey with Christ from His Incarnation to His Passion and His triumph over death. Each mystery opens us to God’s saving love, strengthens our faith, and leads us to imitate the virtues of Jesus and Mary in our daily lives. This month, the Church invites us to renew our devotion to the Rosary by praying it daily, whether alone, in families, or in community. Through it, we find peace in times of trial, strength against temptation, and deeper trust in God’s providence. Mary, Queen of the Holy Rosary, intercedes for us and leads us always to her Son.

“O Mary, our Blessed Mother and Queen of the Most Holy Rosary, teach us to pray with a pure heart and a steadfast spirit. As we meditate on the mysteries of Christ, help us to grow in faith, hope, and love. Intercede for us before your Son, that our families, our Church, and our world may be filled with peace and the light of the Gospel. Amen.” 🙏🏽

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PRAYER INTENTIONS: As we reflect on God’s boundless mercy and the healing compassion of Christ, we lift up all who suffer in body, mind, or spirit. May the Lord, who healed on the Sabbath, bring comfort and restoration to the sick, the lonely, and the weary. We pray for those burdened by physical illness, especially those afflicted with paralysis, stroke, or chronic pain, through the intercession of Saint Wolfgang, the great almoner and healer of the poor. May Saint Quentin, courageous martyr and apostle of Amiens, intercede for those facing persecution, fear, or trials of faith. We remember widows, orphans, and the poor; the souls in Purgatory; and all who will pass into eternity this night. On this Vigil of All Saints, may the light of the saints inspire us to live in holiness, to love without measure, and to bear witness to the compassion of Christ in our daily lives. We pray also for peace in our families, our nation, and the world; for the conversion of sinners; and for the protection and strengthening of the Church and her shepherds.

LET US PRAY:

My saving Lord, You desire that Your saving message be shared far and wide, to the ends of the earth. Please fill me with zeal for souls. Give me an unwavering desire to share the Gospel with everyone I meet. Please use me, dear Lord, in the way You desire, so that Your love and mercy will be brought to those in need. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen 🙏🏽

Lord Jesus Christ, You are the Divine Healer and the source of all compassion. As You healed the man on the Sabbath, teach us to see with eyes of mercy and to act with hearts full of love. Through the prayers of Saint Wolfgang and Saint Quentin, may we be strengthened in faith, steadfast in hope, and generous in charity. Inspire us to live in the holiness of the saints whose feast we now approach, that our lives may shine with the light of Your grace. May Your peace dwell in our hearts, Your word guide our steps, and Your mercy flow through our actions. Grant healing to the sick, comfort to the sorrowful, and eternal rest to the departed. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾

Save Us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed, Saint Wolfgang, and Saint Quentin ~ 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 during this gentle rhythm of 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 successfully come to the end of the month of October, 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 be filled with hope, safety, and the quiet joy that comes from knowing that Christ walks with us always. Alleluia! Have a blessed, safe, grace-filled and fruitful Friday, a relaxing weekend ahead, and end of the month of October.🙏🏽

Blessings and Love always, Philomena 💖

Daily Reflections with Philomena | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/

Sir G.L.I Opiepe’s Health and Education Foundation | https://gliopiepehe.org

Sir G.L.I Opiepe’s Health and Education Foundation | Global Missions Now Awards |
https://youtu.be/gB31nuOFx0A?si=mSoZs-wiByhGs

North Texas Catholic Magazine | Dr. Philomena Ikowe – Life on Purpose (pages 44-45) | https://www.flipsnack.com/A9DFE877C6F/north-texas-catholic-magazine-mar-apr-issue-2025/full-view.html

MEMORIAL OF WOLFGANG, BISHOP AND SAINT QUENTIN, APOSTLE OF AMIENS, MARTYR

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