Do not become a disciple of one who praises himself, in case you learn pride instead of humility… Unless a man gives himself entirely to the Cross, in a spirit of humility and self-abasement; unless he casts himself down to be trampled underfoot by all and despised, accepting injustice, contempt and mockery; unless he undergoes all these things with joy for the sake of the Lord, not claiming any kind of human reward whatsoever - glory or honor or earthly pleasures - he cannot become a true Christian - Saint ..read more

Woe to me if I should prove myself but a halfhearted soldier in the service of my thorn-crowned Captain... What made the holy apostles and martyrs endure fierce agony and bitter torments, except faith and especially faith in the resurrection? What is it that today makes true followers of Christ cast luxuries aside, leave pleasures behind and endure difficulties and pain? It is a living faith that expresses itself through love. It is this that makes us put aside the goods of the present in the hope of future ..read more

I am a servant of Christ, my God, and trusting in Him, I have come among you voluntarily, to bear witness concerning the Truth. Nothing in this inconstant life can weaken my resolve to serve God - Saint George When the emperor asked what sort of power was helping him, Saint George said, “Do not imagine that it is any human learning which keeps me from being harmed by these torments. I am saved only by calling upon Christ and His Power. Whoever believes in Him has no regard for tortures and is able to do the ..read more

I do not try, Lord, to attain Your lofty heights, because my understanding is in no way equal to it. But I do desire to understand Your truth a little, that truth that my heart believes and loves. I do not seek to understand that I may believe; but I believe so that I may understand. For I believe this also, that unless I believe, I shall not understand - Saint Anselm of Canterbury ..read more

Jesus said: “I am the good shepherd. A good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. I am the good shepherd, and I know mine and mine know me, just as the Father knows me and I know the Father; and I will lay down my life for the sheep.” With these words from today’s gospel reading from the holy Gospel according to John, chapter 10, verse 11 to 18, we are reminded that the Lord is totally responsible for us; is entirely dedicated to us and will do anything for our good. As we celebrate Good Shepherd Sunday ..read more

When it was clear that Agnes would die, her community became distressed, and she told them, “If you loved me, you would be glad because I am about to enter the glory of my Spouse. Do not grieve over my departure—I shall not lose sight of you. You will find that I have not abandoned you.”O God, who adorned Agnes, Your bride, with a marvelous fervor in prayer, grant that by imitating her example, we may always hold fast to You in spirit, and so come to enjoy the abundant fruits of holiness. Amen ..read more

Today, today! I will not leave anything for tomorrow, starting now I will be Christian. I will become a Christian today because tomorrow I could be dead and may forfeit my chance of salvation - Saint Expeditus. Our dear Martyr and protector, Saint Expeditus,You who know what is necessary and what is urgently needed. I beg you to intercede before the Holy Trinity that by your intercession, my request will be granted. Amen ..read more

No, I enjoy life; but love of life does not make me afraid to die. There is waiting for me something better: eternal life, given to the person who has lived well on earth – St. Apollonius the Apologist when asked by the Roman senate at his trial if he wanted to die.Lord God, you call us to live a life of holiness and sanctity. Through the example of St. Apollonius we may be strengthen to proclaim Our Faith to the people who know You not. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen ..read more

You yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind - Titus Chapter 2, verse 7. Look forgivingly on Thy flock, Eternal Shepherd, and keep it in Thy constant protection, by the intercession of blessed Anicetus, Thy Martyr and Sovereign Pontiff, who took a firm stand against Gnosticism, and Thou didst constitute Shepherd of the whole Church. Amen ..read more

However much we suffer for the love of Jesus Crucified, it is but little... Meditate on the horrors of Hell, which will last for eternity because of one easily-committed mortal sin. Try hard to be among the few who are chosen. Think of the eternal flames of Hell, and how few there are that are saved - Saint Benedict Joseph Labre ..read more