Saint of the Day for 7 May
Saint of the Day 7 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
7 May: Wednesday of the Third Week of Easter
Today's Readings and Gospel
Reading 1 :
Acts 8:1b-8
Alleluia :
See John 6:40
Gospel:
John 6:35-40
Liturgical vestments: White
“Do unto me, Lord, whatever’s Your pleasure. I’ll lodge no conditions nor reservations, for You are my joy, my soul’s greatest treasure. To you I pour out my heart intimations.” (Saint Faustina Kowalska)
“Only the one who is God sees God—Jesus. He truly speaks from his vision of the Father, from unceasing dialogue with the Father, a dialogue that is his life.” (Benedict XVI)
“The Son of God, who came down ‘from heaven, not to do (his) own will, but the will of him who sent (him)’ (Jn 6:38) said on coming into the world, ‘Lo, I have come to do your will, O God’. ‘And by that will we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all’.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, Nº 606)