Catholic Daily Reading – Thursday May 22, 2025

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – May 22, 2025 | USCCB Thursday of the Fifth Week of Easter Lectionary: 288 Reading 1  Acts 15:7-21 After much debate had taken place,Peter got up and said to the Apostles and the presbyters,“My brothers, you are well aware that from early daysGod made his choice among you … Read moreCatholic Daily Reading – Thursday May 22, 2025

Sub Tuum Praesidium

The “Sub Tuum Praesidium” is one of the oldest known prayers to the Blessed Virgin Mary, dating back to the 3rd century. It’s a beautiful, humble plea for Mary’s protection and intercession. Here is the traditional text in both Latin and English: Latin (Original) Sub tuum praesidium confugimus, Sancta Dei Genetrix:nostras deprecationes ne despicias in necessitatibus nostris, sed a periculis … Read moreSub Tuum Praesidium

Why Did God Choose Mary to Be the Mother of God?

It’s a question that moves both the heart and the mind: Why did God choose Mary to be the mother of His Son? The answer isn’t just theological — it’s deeply personal, touching on God’s love, Mary’s humility, and the mystery of salvation. A Choice Rooted in Love and Trust God didn’t choose Mary by accident. From … Read moreWhy Did God Choose Mary to Be the Mother of God?

Catholic Daily Reading – Wednesday May 21, 2025

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – May 21, 2025 | USCCB Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Easter Lectionary: 287    Reading 1  Acts 15:1-6 Some who had come down from Judea were instructing the brothers,“Unless you are circumcised according to the Mosaic practice,you cannot be saved.”Because there arose no little dissension and debateby Paul … Read moreCatholic Daily Reading – Wednesday May 21, 2025

Jesus Left Us a Church, Not a Book

In a world increasingly shaped by personal interpretation and digital access to Scripture, the Catholic understanding of the Church’s authority remains both radical and deeply rooted in history. One often-heard phrase among Catholics is: “Jesus left us a Church, not a book.” This statement isn’t meant to diminish the sacredness of the Bible, but rather … Read moreJesus Left Us a Church, Not a Book

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