We remember the story of Saint Catherine of Siena, reformer and Doctor of the Church. Let us pray for women today who seek to renew the Church by the message of the Gospel. (pause) Wise and loving God, fill us with strength and passion for a new proclamation of Jesus’ message. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the holy Gospel according to John (17:1, 25-26) After Jesus had finished speaking to his disciples, he looked up toward heaven and prayed: "Good Father, the people of this world don't know you. But I know you, and my followers know that you sent me. I told them what you are like, and I will tell them even more. Then the love that you have for me will become part of them, and I will be one with them." The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Saint Catherine of Siena was a remarkable woman who knew from a very young age that she wanted to follow God. She helped many people in her life and is known as the patron saint of nurses. Watch this video to learn more about St Catherine. TUESDAY Saint Catherine of Siena 29 April 2025 May the love of God guide our minds. Alleluia! Alleluia! May God bless us in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. 65
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