Saints and the Liturgical Year

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November 06, 2016 - 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty and merciful God,
graciously keep from us all adversity,
so that, unhindered in mind and body alike,
we may pursue in freedom of heart
the things that are yours.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-06​

Here’s Scott Hahn’s reflection for the **32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time:
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"TO RISE AGAIN"

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November 07, 2016 - Monday, 32nd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty and merciful God,
graciously keep from us all adversity,
so that, unhindered in mind and body alike,
we may pursue in freedom of heart
the things that are yours.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

Read about St. Willibrord, St. Engelbert and Indulgences for All Souls Week:
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-07

 

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November 08, 2016 - Tuesday, 32nd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty and merciful God,
graciously keep from us all adversity,
so that, unhindered in mind and body alike,
we may pursue in freedom of heart
the things that are yours.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

Read about Bl. John Duns Scotus, Holy Four Crowned Martyrs, St. Godfrey and Indulgences for All Souls Week:
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-08

 

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November 09 - The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (Feast):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who from living and chosen stones
prepare an eternal dwelling for your majesty,
increase in your Church the spirit of grace you have bestowed,
so that by new growth your faithful people
may build up the heavenly Jerusalem.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“This basilica is the cathedral of the Bishop of Rome. Built during Constantine’s reign and consecrated by Pope St. Sylvester I, its universal celebration is a sign of love for and union with the See of St. Peter.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

“Today marks the anniversary of the dedication of the cathedral church of Rome, on land owned by the Laterani family, by Pope Sylvester I, on 9 Nov. 324. Honored as the episcopal seat of the pope as bishop of Rome, it is the ‘mother and head of all churches of Rome and the world’ ('omnium ecclesiarum Urbis et Orbis mater et caput’); residence of the popes from the 4th c. until they moved to Avignon (1309); site of five ecumenical councils; dedicated to the Savior, later also to John the Baptist.” (Ordo.)

For more on the **Dedication of the Lateran Basilica **and St. Theodore, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/D/dedicationofstjohnlateranbasilicainrome.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-09

 

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November 10 - St. Leo the Great, Pope & Doctor of the Church (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who never allow the gates of hell
to prevail against your Church,
firmly founded on the apostolic rock,
grant her , we pray,
that through the intercession of Pope Saint Leo,
she may stand firm in your truth
and know the protection of lasting peace.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture Readings and reflection:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“During the pontificate of St. Leo I (d.461), the Ecumenical Council of Chalcedon defined Jesus Christ as one divine Person having two natures: divine and human. St. Leo had written Epistola Dogmatica (the ‘Tome’ of Leo) to Patriarch Flavian of Constantinople, which was read and assented to by the Council Fathers.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Leo the Great and St. Andrew Avelino, Sts. Tryphon, Respicius and Nympha, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/L/stleothegreat.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-10

 

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November 11 - Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who are glorified in the Bishop Saint Martin
both by his life and death,
make new, we pray,
the wonders of your grace in our hearts,
that neither death nor life
may separate us from your love.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“Born to pagan parents in modern-day Hungary, St. Martin (316-397) was a soldier before his Baptism. He was consecrated Bishop of Tours, whence he sent missionaries to evangelize Gaul and to educate the clergy. He was noted for his opposition to the practice of executing heretics. His feast is popularly called 'Martinmas.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on Saint Martin of Tours and Saint Mennas, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/M/stmartinoftours.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-11

 

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November 12 - Saint Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Stir up in your Church, we pray, O Lord,
the Spirit that filled Saint Josaphat
as he laid down his life for the sheep,
so that through his intercession
we, too, may be strengthened by the same Spirit
and not abe afraid to lay down our life for others.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“Born in Poland to Orthodox parents, he became a Catholic of the Byzantine Rite and a monk. As bishop he worked faithfully for the unity of the Church until he was martyred at the hands of an angry mob.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Josaphat and St. Martin I, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/J/stjosaphat.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-12

 

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November 13, 2016 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-13

November 13 - Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin (Memorial in the Dioceses of the United States which gives way to the Sunday Liturgy):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“God our Father,
who called Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini from Italy
to serve the immigrants of America,
by her example,
teach us to have concern for the stranger,
the sick, and all those in need,
and by her prayers help us to see Christ
in all the men and women we meet.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“St. Frances (1850-1917) was born in Lombardy, Italy, as one of thirteen children. She founded the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart to care for poor children in schools and hospitals. She came to the United States of America to work among Italian immigrants.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, see link:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/F/stfrancisxaviercabrini.asp

 

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November 13, 2016 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-13

Here’s Scott Hahn’s reflection for the **33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, November 13, 2016:
**
"TODAY IS THE DAY"

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November 14, 2016 - Monday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

Read about St. Lawrence O’Toole and Purgatory is Temporary:
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-14

 

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November 15, 2016 - Tuesday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

November 15 - Saint Albert the Great, Bishop and Doctor of the Church (Optional Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who made the Bishop Saint Albert great
by his joining of human wisdom to divine faith,
grant, we pray, that we may so adhere to the truths he taught,
that through progress in learning
we may come to a deeper knowledge and love of you.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“St. Albert (1206-1280) was born in Germany and studied in Padua and Paris as a doctor of theology before joining the Dominicans. St. Thomas Aquinas was one of his pupils. A man of learning and a generous mind, St. Albert was instrumental to the reception of Aristotle. As bishop he worked to establish peace among peoples.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Albert the Great and St. Leopold of Austria, see links:
2014 Post: www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-15
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/A/stalbertthegreat.asp

 

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November 16, 2016 - Wednesday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and Daily Reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

November 16 - Saint Margaret of Scotland (Optional Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who made Saint Margaret of Scotland wonderful
in her outstanding charity towards the poor,
grant that through her intercession and example
we may reflect among all humanity
the image of your divine goodness.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“Born in Hungary, St. Margaret (1046-1093) married King Malcolm III of Scotland and became the mother of eight. A woman of sincere piety, she was known for her concern for the poor, patronage of the arts and sciences, and support of reform.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

November 16 - Saint Gertrude, Virgin (Optional Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who prepared a delightful dwelling for yourself
in the heart of the Virgin Saint Gertrude,
graciously bring light, through her intercession,
to the darkness of our hearts,
that we may joyfully experience you present and at work within us.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“Born in Eisleben, Germany, St. Gertrude (1256-1301) joined the Cistercians. She studied literature and philosophy and devoted herself to prayer and contemplation. In cooperation with her close friend and fellow mystic St. Mechtildis, St. Gertrude wrote a popular compilation of prayers. She introduced the devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus which has spread throughout the Church.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Margaret of Scotland, St. Gertrude (the Great) and St. Mechtilde, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/M/stmargaretofscotland.asp
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/G/stgertrudethegreat.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-16

 

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November 13, 2016 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-13

Sharing this reflection from today’s Euchalette, 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Nov. 13, 2016, p.1:

TIME OF TRIALS,
TIME TO WITNESS TO CHRIST

"A s we approach the end of the Year of the Church, the liturgy invites us to reflect on a very important event that will surely take place, but at a time that only God knows: the end of the world. The purpose of the invitation to reflect on that dramatic event is not to fill us with apprehension, but to bring us to make the right choices now. This means to live in a way that will enable us to face those dreadful moments with trust and hope, knowing that the one who will judge us will be the Lord whom we are doing our best to serve today.

In this Eucharistic celebration, therefore, we will pray for the grace to constantly live in the Lord’s presence. May He find us doing well, at whatever time He may wish to come and take us with Him."

 

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November 17- St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, by whose gift Saint Elizabeth of Hungary
recognized and revered Christ in the poor,
grant, through her intercession,
that we may serve with unfailing charity
the needy and those afflicted.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and Daily Reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“St. Elizabeth (1207-1231) was the daughter of the King of Hungary and became the mother of four. After her husband’s death, she became a Franciscan tertiary, devoting herself to caring for the poor, sick and aged. She died in exceptional poverty.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Elizabeth of Hungary and information on St. Gregory Thaumaturgus, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/E/stelizabethofhungary.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-17

 

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November 18, 2016 - Friday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflection:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

November 18 - The Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles (Optional Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Defend your Church, O Lord,
by the protection of the holy Apostles,
that, as she received from them
the beginnings of her knowledge of things divine,
so through them she may receive,
even to the end of the world,
an increase in heavenly grace.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“These basilicas were completed in the fourth century. St. Peter’s Basilica was built over his own tomb and rebuilt in the seventeenth century. St. Paul’s Basilica, on the Ostian Way, was likewise built over his own tomb and rebuilt in the nineteenth century.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on the Dedication of the Basilicas of Sts. Peter and Paul, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/D/dedicationofthebasilicasofstspeter&paul.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-18

November 18 - Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne, Virgin (Optional Memorial in the Dioceses of the United States):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty God, who filled the heart of Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne
with charity and missionary zeal,
and gave her the desire
to make you known among all peoples,
grant us to follow her way
and fill us with that same love and zeal
to extend your kingdom to the ends of the earth.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

“St. Rose (1769-1852) founded a boarding school for daughters of pioneers near St. Louis and opened the first free school west of the Mississippi River. At seventy-one she began a school for Native Americans. She showed courage in frontier conditions and single-mindedness in pursuing her dream of serving native Americans.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/R/strosephilippineduchesne.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-18

 

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November 19, 2016 - Saturday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time:

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Grant us, we pray, O Lord our God,
the constant gladness of being devoted to you,
for it is full and lasting happiness
to serve with constancy
the author of all that is good.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflection:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

Read about Like a Drop of Water as It Falls into the Ocean and St. Mechtildis:
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-19

 

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November 20, 2016 - Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe:
Today is the Last Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty ever-living God,
whose will is to restore all things
in your beloved Son, the King of the universe,
grant, we pray,
that the whole creation, set free from slavery,
may render your majesty service
and ceaselessly proclaim your praise.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-20
www.ewtn.com/library/Doctrine/Christking.htm

“Though already present in his Church, Christ’s reign is nevertheless yet to be fulfilled ‘with power and great glory’ by the King’s return to earth. This reign is still under attack by the evil powers, even though they have been defeated definitively by Christ’s Passover. Until everything is subject to him, ‘until there be realized new heavens and a new earth in which justice dwells, the pilgrim Church, in her sacraments and institutions, which belong to this present age, carries the mark of this world which will pass, and she herself takes her place among the creatures which groan and travail yet and await the revelation of the sons of God.’ That is why Christians pray, above all in the Eucharist, to hasten Christ’s return by saying to him: Marana tha! ‘Our Lord, come!’(ccc 671).” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

 

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November 21 - The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“As we venerate the glorious memory
of the most holy Virgin Mary,
grant, we pray, O Lord, through her intercession,
that we, too, may merit to receive
from the fullness of your grace.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“According to an early tradition, as a small child, the Blessed Virgin Mary was presented by her parents to the Lord in the Temple. This celebration reveals her total dedication to God’s service and obedience to God’s will.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

“Today’s memorial finds its origin in a 2ndc. apocryphal source, the Protoevangelion or Book of James, and the dedication on 21 Nov. 543 of the basilica of St. Mary the New in Jerusalem.” (Ordo.)

For more on the memorial of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, see links:
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-21
www.ewtn.com/library/MARY/PRESENT.htm

 

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November 22 - Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr (Memorial):

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“O God, who gladden us each year
with the feast day of your handmaid Saint Cecilia,
grant, we pray,
that what has been devoutly handed down concerning her
may offer us examples to imitate
and proclaim the wonders worked in his servants
by Christ, your Son.
Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php

“St. Cecilia (d. ca. 117) is one of seven martyred women mentioned in the Roman Canon (Eucharistic Prayer I). A noble Roman virgin, she was martyred for her unwillingness to sacrifice to the pagan gods.” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

For more on St. Cecilia, see links:
www.ewtn.com/saintsHoly/saints/C/stcecilia.asp
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-22

 

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November 20, 2016 - Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe:
Today is the Last Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Collect (Opening Prayer):
“Almighty ever-living God,
whose will is to restore all things
in your beloved Son, the King of the universe,
grant, we pray,
that the whole creation, set free from slavery,
may render your majesty service
and ceaselessly proclaim your praise.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.”

Today’s Scripture readings and reflections:
usccb.org/bible/reflections/
ymlp232.net/archive_gbmbuqgjgu.php
www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/calendar/day.cfm?date=2016-11-20
www.ewtn.com/library/Doctrine/Christking.htm

“Though already present in his Church, Christ’s reign is nevertheless yet to be fulfilled ‘with power and great glory’ by the King’s return to earth. This reign is still under attack by the evil powers, even though they have been defeated definitively by Christ’s Passover. Until everything is subject to him, ‘until there be realized new heavens and a new earth in which justice dwells, the pilgrim Church, in her sacraments and institutions, which belong to this present age, carries the mark of this world which will pass, and she herself takes her place among the creatures which groan and travail yet and await the revelation of the sons of God.’ That is why Christians pray, above all in the Eucharist, to hasten Christ’s return by saying to him: Marana tha! ‘Our Lord, come!’(ccc 671).” (Daily Roman Missal, MTF.)

Today is also the End of the Year of Mercy, the Eucharist and the Family.
Sharing this reflection from today’s Euchalette, Solemnity of Christ the King, Nov. 20, 2016, p.1:

JESUS, THE KING OF MERCIFUL LOVE

"Today is the last Sunday of the liturgical year. It is appropriate that on this day, we proclaim Jesus Christ not only as our personal Lord and King, but also as “King of the Universe.” He is King by birth because he is the Son of the Eternal Father from whom all kingly power derives. He is also King by conquest, for he triumphed over sin and death through his glorious resurrection. He should also be King by acclamation as we proclaim with our voices and our lives that he is, indeed, our Savior and our King.

On this Solemnity of Christ the King and the end of the Year of Mercy, the Eucharist and the Family, we also thank the Lord for all the blessings he has granted us in the course of the liturgical year now about to end. In particular, we thank him for the innumerable spiritual graces he has given us. Let our Eucharist today, then, be a hymn of glory and thanks to Jesus, the only King of our hearts, and a renewal of our allegiance to him."