Saint of the Day for 4 May
Saint of the Day 4 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
4 May: Third Sunday of Easter
Solemnity
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41
Reading 2 :
Revelation 5:11-14
Alleluia:
Gospel :
John 21:1-19
or :
John 21:1-14
Liturgical vestments: White
“And when he had eaten before them, he took the remnant, and gave to them. To convey the truth of His resurrection, He ate with them, that they might not suspect that His appearance was not actual, but only imaginary.” (Saint Bede)
“How does Jesus gaze at me today? How does Jesus look at me? With a call? With forgiveness? With a mission? We all are under Jesus’ gaze: He always looks at us with love, asks us for something and gives us a mission.” (Francis)
“The encounter with the risen Jesus becomes adoration: ‘My Lord and my God!’ (Jn 20:28). It thus takes on a connotation of love and affection that remains proper to the Christian tradition: ‘It is the Lord!’ (Jn 21:7).” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, Nº 448)