A New Light for the Melkite Church: Venerable Béchara Abou Mrad on the Path to Beatification

In a moment of profound joy for the Melkite Greek Catholic Church and all Lebanese Catholics, Pope Leo XIV has authorized the beatification of Venerable Béchara Abou Mrad, a humble Lebanese monk and priest of the Basilian Order of the Most Holy Savior (BSO). On February 21, 2026, the Holy Father approved the decree recognizing … Read moreA New Light for the Melkite Church: Venerable Béchara Abou Mrad on the Path to Beatification

Saint of the Day: Saint Polycarp of Smyrna

Saint Polycarp was one of the greatest saints of the early Church and a direct disciple of Saint John the Apostle. As Bishop of Smyrna in the 2nd century, he faithfully preserved the teachings handed down from the Apostles at a time when Christians faced persecution and false doctrines. When ordered to deny Christ, Polycarp courageously … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Polycarp of Smyrna

Catholic Prayer for February 22, 2026 (First Sunday of Lent)

Grant, almighty God,through the yearly observances of holy Lent,that we may grow in understanding of the riches hidden in Christand by worthy conduct pursue their effects.Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,God, for ever and ever.Amen. The post Catholic Prayer for February 22, … Read moreCatholic Prayer for February 22, 2026 (First Sunday of Lent)

Saint of the Day: Saints Jacinta and Francisco Marto

Saints Jacinta and Francisco Marto were brother and sister, two humble shepherd children from Fatima, Portugal. In 1917, together with their cousin Lucia, they were chosen by God to witness the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, who entrusted them with a powerful message of prayer, repentance, and conversion for the whole world. Though very young, Jacinta and … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saints Jacinta and Francisco Marto

Saint of the Day: Saint Conrad of Piacenza

Saint Conrad of Piacenza was born into a noble family in Italy in the 13th century. As a young man, a tragic accident during a hunting trip caused a forest fire, leading to great destruction. Stricken with guilt, Conrad publicly confessed, made restitution, and chose a life of deep repentance and humility. Leaving behind wealth and … Read moreSaint of the Day: Saint Conrad of Piacenza

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