Novena Prayer

Collect from the Roman Missal (adapted for Saturday with BVM option): Lord God,as we honor the memory of the Blessed Virgin Mary on this day,grant that we who celebrate her as our Mother in heavenmay be helped by her prayers on earth.Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who lives and reigns with you in the … Read moreCatholic Prayer for February 7, 2026

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – February 6, 2026 | USCCB Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs Lectionary: 327 Reading I Sirach 47:2-11 Like the choice fat of the sacred offerings,            so was David in Israel.He made sport of lions as though they were kids,            and of bears, like lambs of the flock.As a … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

Saint Paul Miki (1564–1597) was a Japanese Jesuit seminarian and one of the first native Japanese martyrs of the Catholic Church. Along with 25 companions—priests, religious, and lay faithful—he gave his life for Christ during a time of persecution against Christians in Japan. Paul Miki was known for his eloquent preaching and deep love for the faith. … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saints Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs

On February 6 (in the current liturgical calendar for 2026), the Catholic Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Paul Miki and Companions, Martyrs. These are the Japanese martyrs (including Jesuit St. Paul Miki and 25 companions) who were crucified in Nagasaki in 1597 for their faith. Opening prayer from the Mass for this memorial is: O … Read moreCatholic Prayer for February 6, 2026

By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me — a prayer to the God of my life. The post Psalm of the Day: Psalm 42:8 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.

Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. The post Verse of the Day: Hebrews 11:1 appeared first on NOVENA PRAYER.

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – February 5, 2026 | USCCB Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr Lectionary: 326 Reading 1  1 Kings 2:1-4, 10-12 When the time of David’s death drew near,he gave these instructions to his son Solomon:“I am going the way of all flesh.Take courage and be a man.Keep the … Read moreDaily Bible Reading

Saint Agatha (c. 231–251) was a young Christian woman from Sicily who courageously gave her life for Christ during the Roman persecutions. Known for her beauty and noble birth, she consecrated herself entirely to God and refused the advances of a powerful Roman official. Because of her firm faith and vow of chastity, Saint Agatha suffered … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr

On February 5 in the Catholic liturgical calendar, the Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr (a Sicilian martyr from the 3rd century, known for her courage and purity in defending her faith). The Morning Offering O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary,I offer You my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this … Read moreCatholic Prayer for February 5, 2026

Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – February 4, 2026 | USCCB Wednesday of the Fourth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 325 Reading 1  2 Samuel 24:2, 9-17 King David said to Joab and the leaders of the army who were with him,“Tour all the tribes in Israel from Dan to Beer-shebaand register the people, … Read moreDaily Bible Reading