Saint of the Day for 24 July
Saint of the Day 24 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!
Like many ancient martyrs, Christina was a young woman who, on account of her love of Christ, found enemies within her own family. She was tortured by her own father to induce her to renounce her faith. After his death, the torture continued, until, shot by arrows, she won the crown of martyrdom.
Liturgical Calendar
24 July: Thursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Exodus 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b
Alleluia :
See Matthew 11:25
Gospel :
Matthew 13:10-17
Liturgical vestments: Green
“‘For whoever has, to him shall be given’. As much as to say, whoever has the desire and the zeal, to him shall be given all those things which are of God; but whoever lack these, and does not contribute that part that pertains to him, to him neither are the things which are of God given.” (Saint John Chrysostom)
“‘Why do you speak to them in parables?’ Precisely to encourage their decision, conversion of the heart; indeed, by their very nature parables demand the effort of interpretation, they not only challenge the mind but also freedom.” (Benedict XVI)
“The kingdom of heaven was inaugurated on earth by Christ. ‘This kingdom shone out before men in the word, in the works and in the presence of Christ’ (Vatican II)’. The Church is the seed and beginning of this kingdom (...)” (Catechism Of The Catholic Church, Nº 567)