Saint of the Day for 18 July
Saint of the Day 18 July: Celebrating the Lives of the Church’s Saints
Every day, the Catholic Church honors a saint or blessed who stood out for their faith, dedication, and love for God. The Saint of the Day is an opportunity for the faithful to learn more about the history of the Church and be inspired by the witness of these men and women who lived according to Christ’s teachings.
The Meaning of the Saint of the Day
The celebration of the Saint of the Day is a Church tradition that helps us remember those who were examples of faith and holiness. Saints may have been martyrs who gave their lives defending their faith, missionaries who spread the Gospel, or ordinary people who lived in deep communion with God through simplicity.
Learning about each saint’s story inspires us to live with more love, patience, and hope. It also reminds us that we are all called to holiness.
Why Do We Celebrate the Saints?
Saints serve as models of Christian life. Their stories show us that, despite challenges, it is possible to live according to God’s will. Moreover, the faithful often seek the intercession of saints, believing that they are close to God and can pray for our needs.
Following the Saint of the Day is a way to strengthen our spiritual journey and learn from those who dedicated their lives to serving God. May we follow their examples and strive each day to live with greater love, faith, and hope!
🙏 May today’s Saint of the Day intercede for us and inspire us to live according to God’s will!
Liturgical Calendar
18 July: Friday of the Fifteenth Week in Ordinary Time
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Exodus 11:10—12:14
Alleluia :
John 10:27
Gospel :
Matthew 12:1-8
Liturgical vestments: Green
“Sweet is the word mercy; and if the mere name, how much more so the reality? If a man desires to obtain mercy in heaven, he should bestow it in this world.” (Saint Caesarius of Arles)
“God's [Jesus] words have come down to us, through the Gospels, as a synthesis of the entire Christian message: true religion consists in love of God and neighbor.” (Benedict XVI)
“In presenting with divine authority the definitive interpretation of the Law, Jesus found himself confronted by certain teachers of the Law (...). This was the case especially with the sabbath laws, for he recalls, often with rabbinical arguments, that the sabbath rest is not violated by serving God and neighbor (...)” (Catechism Of The Catholic Church, Nº 582)