Proclaim the Risen Lord Challenge: Today see how you can help at your parish, in imitation of Mary Magdalene’s assistance to our Church 2,000 years ago.
End Time Rumors Father Jeffrey Mickler teaches on Saint Paul's Second Letter to the Thessalonians and the history of expecting Our Lord's quick return.
Learning about the Thessalonians A reflection on St. Paul's First Letter to the Thessalonians. Father Jeffrey Mickler explains when and why it was written and what it reveals about Saint Paul and the early Church.
July 18 -- Saint Pambo Pambo was one of those hermits who trekked into the Egyptian deserts in order to dedicate himself fully to prayer, work, and penance.
He Went about Doing Good Challenge: Ask the Holy Spirit to enlighten you today to help you to see how to serve God more effectively, being neither overbearing nor timid, but following in the footsteps of Christ.
All for the Salvation of Souls Challenge: Today make a special effort to be more aware of Jesus’ presence in your life, and not to judge others harshly.
Only Love Is Believable Challenge: Today, when you feel the weight of the cross, turn your mind and heart to Christ for strength and comfort.
Holy Gospel: July 19 "He will proclaim justice to the Gentiles." (Matthew 12: 14-21)
Holy Gospel: July 17 "Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart." (Matthew 11: 28-30)
July 16 -- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Our Lady appeared holding the little brown scapular and promised that whoever died wearing it would be assured of salvation.
Like Little Children Challenge: Today make an extra effort to maintain your interior peace and contact with God, your Father.
Holy Gospel: July 16 "No one knows the Father except the Son." (Matthew 11: 25-27)