Day 5 – Octave of Easter

“Do Not Be Afraid” “Peace be with you.” But they were startled and frightened, thinking they were seeing a ghost. –Luke 24:35–48 Reflection: Have you ever been so overwhelmed or unsure that even good news feels scary? That’s where the disciples were.Jesus stood right in front of them—alive, glowing with peace—and their first reaction was fear. They … Read moreDay 5 – Octave of Easter

Catholic Daily Reading – Thursday April 24, 2025

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – April 24, 2025 | USCCB Thursday in the Octave of Easter Lectionary: 264 Reading 1  Acts 3:11-26 As the crippled man who had been cured clung to Peter and John,all the people hurried in amazement toward themin the portico called “Solomon’s Portico.”When Peter saw this, he addressed the … Read moreCatholic Daily Reading – Thursday April 24, 2025

Easter Isn’t Over: Why the Catholic Easter Season Lasts 50 Days

You know that feeling after Easter Sunday?The church is glowing, the lilies are blooming, the choir sings louder, and everything feels… alive.But then Monday comes. The dishes are still in the sink, and real life picks up again. So here’s the good news:Easter isn’t just a day. It’s a whole season. Wait — How Long Is … Read moreEaster Isn’t Over: Why the Catholic Easter Season Lasts 50 Days

Catholic Daily Reading – Wednesday April 23, 2025

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – April 23, 2025 | USCCB Wednesday in the Octave of Easter Lectionary: 263 Reading 1  Acts 3:1-10 Peter and John were going up to the temple areafor the three o’clock hour of prayer.And a man crippled from birth was carriedand placed at the gate of the temple called … Read moreCatholic Daily Reading – Wednesday April 23, 2025

What to Do After a Novena — How to Listen for God’s Answer

You made it through nine days of prayer. You showed up — even on the days when it was hard. Maybe you lit candles, maybe you whispered your novena in bed right before sleep, but you gave it to God. Now the novena is over.And you’re wondering… Now what? Should you wait? Should you pray again?How do … Read moreWhat to Do After a Novena — How to Listen for God’s Answer

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