This iconic artwork by Rembrandt shows the prodigal son returning to his loving father. Lk/15:11-32 The Parable of the Lost Son. 11Then he said, “A man had two sons, 12and the younger son said… Continue reading *Sacred Scripture*Parable* Return of the Prodigal Son – Rembrandt
Saint Sharbel Makhlūf, Priest Ex 14:5-18/Mt 12:38-42 (395). https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/saints/charbel-makhlouf-523 CATHOLICISM SAINTS ST. CHARBEL MAKHLOUF *Charbel Makhlouf, O.L.M. (Arabic: شربل مخلوف, May 8, 1828 – December 24, 1898), also known as Saint Charbel Makhlouf or Sharbel Maklouf,… Continue reading Saint Sharbel Makhlūf
Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler, Benziger Bros. edition July 25.—ST. JAMES, Apostle. AMONG the twelve, three were chosen as the familiar companions of our blessed Lord, and of… Continue reading Saint James, Apostle
Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler, Benziger Bros. edition July 26.—ST. ANNE. ANNE was the spouse of St. Joachim, and was chosen by God to be the mother of… Continue reading Saints Joachim and Anne
The Queen of Sheba comes before King Solomon after hearing of his great wisdom and special relationship with God. She marvels at him and presents gifts of gold and spices to him. Artwork… Continue reading *Sacred Scripture* Solomon and the Queen of Sheba – Vlegel
This fifteenth-century artwork from the School of Florence depicts Job of the Old Testament sitting with his three friends: Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, who have come to mourn with him for… Continue reading *Sacred Scripture* Story of Job
Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler, Benziger Bros. edition July 29.—ST. MARTHA, Virgin. JOHN tells us that "Jesus loved Martha and Mary and Lazarus," and yet but few glimpses… Continue reading Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus
This image by artist C. Coypel shows the holy woman, Susanna, falsely accused of the sin of adultery by the wicked ancient judges. Dn 13-1-64 Susanna. Susanna’s Beauty Attracts Two Elders (1-14)… Continue reading *Sacred Scripture* Susanna Accused of Adultery – Coypel
Saints Who Were Great Evangelizers St. Ignatius of Loyola – Founder of the Society of Jesus, or the Jesuits, Ignatius of Loyola was a former soldier from Spain. He founded the… Continue reading Saint Ignatius of Loyola
Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler, Benziger Bros. edition ALPHONSUS LIGUORI. ALPHONSUS was born of noble parents, near Naples, in 1696. His spiritual training was entrusted to the Fathers… Continue reading Saint Alphonsus Liguori
Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler, Benziger Bros. edition —ST. EUSEBIUS, Bishop. EUSEBIUS was born of a noble family, in the island of Sardinia, where his father is said… Continue reading Saint Eusebius of Vercelli & Saint Peter Julian Eymard
The Angel Raphael flies back up to Heaven and leaves Tobias and his family praising God. Artwork by Y. Viktors. Tb 12:11-22 Raphael’s Identity. 11“I shall now tell you the whole truth and conceal… Continue reading *Sacred Scripture* The Angel Taking Leave of Tobias and His Family – Viktors
Good Friday
Holy Saturday
A day of waiting and quiet reflection between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, symbolizing the time Jesus was in the tomb before his resurrection. It is a day of sorrow and a turning point from grief to hope and renewal, marking the period before the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection. While Good Friday focuses on Jesus’ crucifixion and sacrifice, Holy Saturday is a time to contemplate the hope and promise of eternal life through the resurrection.
