Saint of the Day for 29 November
Saint of the Day 29 November: 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!
One of countless martyrs during the early centuries of Christianity, St Saturninus was originally from Carthage. An inscription by Pope St Damasus records that, on account of his faith, he was exiled to Rome under the Emperor Decius. He was martyred in 304 by order of the Emperor Maximian.
Liturgical Calendar
29 November: Saturday of the Thirty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Daniel 7:15-27
Alleluia :
Luke 21:36
Gospel :
Luke 21:34-36
Liturgical vestments: Green
“Dear brothers, we must endure and persevere if we are to attain the truth and freedom we have been allowed to hope for” (Saint Cyprian)
“Nostalgia for slavery is nestled in our heart, because it is seemingly more reassuring than freedom, which is far more risky. How we like being captivated by lots of fireworks, beautiful at first glance but which in reality last but a few seconds.” (Francis)
“(…) The Letter to the Galatians contrasts the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit: ‘Now the works of the flesh are plain: fornication, impurity, licentiousness, idolatry … drunkenness, carousing, and the like. I warn you, as I warned you before, that those who do such things shall not inherit the Kingdom of God.’ (Catechism of the Catholic Church, nº 1,852)