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07/03/2025

St. Elizabeth of Portugal, born in 1271 as the daughter of King Peter III and Constance of Aragon, was named after her great-aunt, St. Elizabeth of Hungary. Raised in strict piety, she married King Denis of Portugal at 12. Known as the "Worker-King" for his dedication, Denis led a morally questionable life, contributing to corruption in the Lisbon court. Despite this, Elizabeth maintained her religious practices, including daily recitation of the Divine Office, fasting, and acts of penance.

On one occasion, while carrying money for the poor in her apron, she responded to King Denis, who asked to see what she had, by saying "Roses." To his astonishment, when she opened her apron, it was filled with roses, confirming her faith and God’s support for her mission.

Elizabeth, whose name implies "God has sworn," was a peacemaker. In 1323, amid a conflict between her son, Prince Alfonso, and his father, she intervened and mediated a reconciliation between the two armies. Throughout her marriage, she used kindness and patience to win her husband’s affection, ultimately helping him repent after 40 years together.

After King Denis's death in 1335, Elizabeth entered a convent of Poor Clares, becoming a Franciscan tertiary. At 65, she left the convent to negotiate peace for her son Alfonso IV, who was in conflict with King Alfonso XI of Castile over mistreatment of his daughter Maria. Elizabeth successfully resolved the issue but tragically died from overexertion shortly after on July 4, 1336. She was canonized in 1625 by Pope Urban VIII.

St. Elizabeth of Portugal, intercede for our families to be filled with a divine love that surpasses all differences and enables us to forgive one another unconditionally.

07/02/2025

Often remembered as “Doubting Thomas,” the Apostle’s honest skepticism led him to an encounter with the Risen Christ, where he cried out, “My Lord and my God!” On this feast day, we are invited to bring our doubts and unbelief to Jesus, trusting that He can transform them into unshakable faith.

Blessed Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle!

07/02/2025

According to the Roman Martyrology, Sts. Processus and Martinian were jailers in the Roman prison that held Sts. Peter and Paul. They were converted along with 40 others by the teachings and miracles of the apostles while imprisoned. It is said that a sudden flow of water miraculously sprang into the prison, thus enabling Peter to baptize them. After receiving baptism, Processus and Martinian released the saints from prison. Their commanding officer, Paulinus, made an effort to convince Processus and Martinian to denounce Christianity. Finding them firm in their decision to persevere in their new faith, they were subjected to cruel torture and scourging. They were ordered to offer incense on the altar of Jupiter, which they declined, and all through their suffering, their only utterance was: "Blessed be the name of the Lord!"

Finding no way to win them over, they were slain by the sword. After their martyrdom with St. Paul, a sympathizer called Lucina buried them in her own property. The Berne manuscript of the Martyrology also states that their burial place was at the second milestone of the Via Aurelia. During the 4th century, a Basilica was built over their tomb, and over time, numerous miracles and healings occurred, which attracted large crowds there. At the beginning of the 9th century, Pope Pascal I had their relics transferred to St Peter's, where an altar was built in their honor.

Sts. Processus and Martinian, obtain for us the grace to remain firm in our faith as we await our glorious and eternal reunion with our Lord.

07/01/2025

Let's reflect and remember the special days of July

July 03 - St. Thomas
July 11 - St. Benedict
July 13 - Rosa Mystica
July 15 - St. Bonaventure
July 16 - Our Lady of Mount Carmel
July 22 - St. Mary Magdalene
July 23 - St. Bridget of Sweden
July 25 - St. James
July 26 - SS. Joachim and Anne
July 28 - St. Alphonsa
July 31 - St. Ignatius of Loyola

07/01/2025

St. Oliver Plunkett was born on November 1, 1629, in Loughcrew, County Meath, Ireland. He traveled to Rome in 1647 to join the Irish College and pursue the priesthood. He was ordained on January 1, 1654, at Rome's Propaganda College. Due to religious persecution in Ireland, he could not return home and instead taught Theology at the College of Propaganda Fide. In 1669, he became the Archbishop of Armagh, where he reformed the clergy, confirmed thousands of Catholics, established a Catholic college in Drogheda, and ardently served the Church.

The situation worsened in 1673 with renewed anti-Catholic persecution, forcing Archbishop Plunkett to live in hiding while continuing his pastoral duties. Many priests faced exile, church services occurred in secrecy, and religious institutions were suppressed. His letters reflected his determination to be a devoted shepherd to his flock, expressing gratitude for the grace to suffer for the Church.

In 1679, St. Oliver Plunkett was imprisoned and falsely accused of treason for promoting the Catholic faith. At his trial in Dundalk, the government failed to convict him. He was then taken to London, where he could not present witnesses from Ireland to defend himself. Convicted through perjured testimonies, he was sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered at Tyburn. Even in the face of death, he calmly refuted the charges and refused to save himself by betraying fellow bishops. He publicly pardoned his executioners before being martyred on July 1, 1681. Pope Paul VI canonized him in 1975.

St. Oliver Plunkett, pray for us to receive the grace to remain loyal to our faith in the face of persecution.

06/30/2025

Join us in celebrating the Holy Mass Live from St. Marie's Cathedral, Sheffield, UK.
Celebrate the memorial and sacrifice of our Lord’s life, death, and resurrection.

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06/29/2025

After honoring Sts. Peter and Paul, the two great pillars upon whom the Church of Rome was founded, today we celebrate the feast of many martyrs, including men, women, children, and youth who built upon this foundation and sacrificed their lives for their faith. During the early years of the Church, Christians faced several severe persecutions. The first occurred under Nero in 64 AD and another under Domitian in 95 AD. Trajan also tested their faith, hope, and love with a terrible persecution in 107 AD. Hadrian followed his example in 135 AD, and Marcus Aurelius did the same in 180 AD. Septimus Severus attempted to shake their constancy in 222 AD, followed by Decius in 250 AD and Valerian in 257 AD. The final attempt was made by Diocletian in 303 AD.

After 250 years of trials and tests, the Church finally experienced peace and growth in 314 AD when Constantine the Great declared Christianity as the official religion of the Roman Empire through the Edict of Milan. The Roman Canon, also known as the First Canon of the Mass, includes two lists of names such as Linus, Cletus, Clement, Sixtus, Cornelius, Cyprian, Lawrence, Chrysogonus, John and Paul, Cosmas, and Damian before the Consecration. After the Consecration, the second list includes names like Ignatius, Alexander, Marcellinus, Peter, Felicity, Perpetua, Agatha, Lucy, Agnes, Cecilia, and Anastasia. They were but a few among that "White Mass," as St Augustine so aptly terms them, because they were not afraid of proving their faith in deeds rather than merely in words, thus meriting the reward promised for those who follow the Lamb, dressed in white garments (Rev 7:13-17).

The reason why Holy Mother Church today offers us this Commemoration of the First Martyrs is three-fold: firstly, that we may always bear in mind that the blood of martyrs is first and foremost the seed of Christianity; secondly, she wishes us to prove, as they did, that our faith is a living reality within us and not merely a luxury to be enjoyed so long as the sun is shining bright and all is well with us; and thirdly, that we may always bear in mind that even we could someday be called upon to bear witness as they did - to our faith and our hope, to our love for God and our fellowmen, as so many of our contemporaries have done.

O God, who consecrated the abundant first fruits of the Roman Church by the blood of the Martyrs, grant, we pray, that with firm courage, we may together draw strength from so great a struggle and ever rejoice at the triumph of faithful love.

06/29/2025

Join us in celebrating the Holy Mass Live from St. Marie's Cathedral, Sheffield, UK.
Celebrate the memorial and sacrifice of our Lord’s life, death, and resurrection.

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06/28/2025

Join us in celebrating the Holy Mass Live from St. Marie's Cathedral, Sheffield, UK.
Celebrate the memorial and sacrifice of our Lord’s life, death, and resurrection.

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06/27/2025

💘 On this Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, we honor the Mother whose heart—aflame with divine love—was pierced by sorrow for our salvation. Celebrated just after the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, her Immaculate Heart, crowned with roses, burning with purity, mirrors the Heart of her Son.
Together, their Hearts beat for you. Take a moment today to entrust your heart to hers. 🌹

06/27/2025

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Today, as we celebrate the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, let us approach His Heart with trust and humility. May the infinite love flowing from His Sacred Heart renew our souls, heal our wounds, and draw us deeper into union with Him. If you are carrying a burden or wish to entrust someone to His merciful Heart, we invite you to share your prayer intention at the link above. We are here to pray with you and for you. ❤️

06/27/2025

Join us in celebrating the Holy Mass Live from St. Marie's Cathedral, Sheffield, UK.
Celebrate the memorial and sacrifice of our Lord’s life, death, and resurrection.

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