Saint of the Day for 20 May
Saint of the Day 20 May: 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
20 May: Tuesday of Fifth Week of Easter
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Acts 14:19-28
Alleluia :
See Luke 24:46, 26
Gospel :
John 14:27-31a
Liturgical vestments: White
“What the soul is to the human body, the Holy Spirit is to the Body of Christ, which is the Church” (Saint Augustine)
“Peace is a true gift of the presence of Jesus in the midst of his Church. Lord, guard your Church in tribulation, so she does not lose faith, so she does not lose hope” (Francis)
“Earthly peace is the image and fruit of the peace of Christ (...) By the blood of his Cross, ‘in his own person he killed the hostility’ (Eph 2:16), he reconciled men with God and made his Church the sacrament of the unity of the human race and of its union with God (...)” (Catechism Of The Catholic Church, Nº 2305)