Also known as Waltrude or Waudru, she was the daughter of Saints Walbert and Bertilia and sister of St. Aldegunus of Maubeuge. Marrying St. Vincent Madelgarius, she became the mother of saints Landericus, Madalberta, Adeltrudis, and Dentelin. When her husband chose to become a monk about 643 in the monastery of Hautrnont, France, he had founded, she established a convent at Chateaulieu, around which grew up the town of Mons, Belgium.

Reading 1: Acts of Apostles 4:32-37, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 93:1-2, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 93:5, Gospel: John 3:7-15

St. Julie (Julia) Billiart was born in 1751 and died in 1816. As a child, playing "school" was Julie's favorite game. When she was sixteen, to help support her family, she began to teach "for real". She sat on a haystack during the noon recess and told the biblical parables to the workers. Julie carried on this mission of teaching throughout her life, and the Congregation she founded continues her work. Julie was the fifth of seven children. She attended a little one room ...

We beseech Thee, O Lord, in Thy mercy, to have pity on the soul of Thy handmaid; do Thou, Who hast freed her from the perils of this mortal life, restore to her the portion of everlasting salvation. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.

Reading 1: Isaiah 7:10-14, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 40:7-11, Gospel: Luke 1:26-38, Reading 2: Hebrews 10:4-10

For all You have given, Thank You God. For all You have withheld, Thank You God. For all You have withdrawn, Thank You God. For all You have permitted, Thank You God. For all You have prevented, Thank You God. For all You have forgiven me, Thank You God. For all You have prepared for me, Thank You God. For the death You have chosen for me, Thank you God. For the place you are keeping for me in heaven, Thank You God. For having ...

St. John Baptist de La Salle was born in 1651, in Reims, France. He was the eldest son of wealthy parents. At the age of eleven, La Salle was committed becoming a priest. At the age of sixteen, he was named Canon of Reims Cathedral. At the age of eighteen, he received a masterÂ?s degree in classical literature and arts, as well as philosophy. Sadly, La SalleÂ?s parents died within a year of each other in 1671 and 1672. La Salle had to manage his parentÂ?s estate which included educating his four ...

Reading 1: Acts of Apostles 4:32-35, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118:13-15, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118:22-24, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118:2-4, Gospel: John 20:19-31, Reading 2: 1 John 5:1-6

Spirit of wisdom and understanding, enlighten our minds to perceive the mysteries of the universe in relation to eternity. Spirit of right judgment and courage, guide us and make us firm in our baptismal decision to follow Jesus' way of love. Spirit of knowledge and reverence, help us to see the lasting value of justice and mercy in our everyday dealings with one another. May we respect life as we work to solve problems of family and nation, economy and ecology. Spirit of God, spark our faith, ...

Reading 1: Acts of Apostles 4:13-21, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118:1, Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 118:14-21, Gospel: Mark 16:9-15