Welcome to Day 5 of the Saints of Color Novena. Emmanuel Arenas, SJ introduces us to Saint Toribio Romo, the patron saint of immigrants. Novena Prayer: Almighty Father, we pray as one Church, through the intercession of these holy people, that we may experience...
Welcome to Day 4 of the Saints of Color Novena. Danielle Harrison introduces us to Venerable Pierre Toussaint. His life highlights the importance of our relationship with God and each other. Novena Prayer: Almighty Father, we pray as one Church, through the...
Welcome to Day 3 of the Saints of Color Novena. Esperanza Rodriguez introduces us to Blessed Concepción Cabrera de Armida, also known as “Conchita.” She is a mother and mystic who spread love and joy to others, even in the face of pain and tragedy. ...
Welcome to Day 2 of the Saints of Color Novena. Sr. Grace Augustine, Carmel DCJ introduces us to Saint Josephine Bakhita, a woman who practiced heroic forgiveness. Today she is known as the patron saint of human trafficking. Novena Prayer: Almighty Father, we...
“Turn the other cheek.” We’ve heard this teaching so much that we might forget how radical it is. Christopher Smith, SJ, reflects on how we might put it into practice. Based on the readings for Sunday, February 20, 2022. Dorothy Day once said, “I...
