Daily Archives: November 23, 2024

St. Fabian

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Feast dayJanuary 20
Death 250

St. Fabian (Latin: Fabianus) was the bishop of Rome from 236 to 250. He is known for his unexpected election as pope, which was marked by a dove descending on his head, symbolizing the Holy Spirit1. This event was seen as divine approval of his selection.

Key Highlights of His Life
Election: Fabian was not initially considered a candidate for the papacy, but a dove landing on his head during the election process led to his unanimous selection.

Papacy: During his 14-year papacy, Fabian was known for his administrative skills and efforts to maintain unity within the Church. He divided Rome into seven districts, each overseen by a deacon, and appointed notaries to record the deeds of martyrs.

Missionary Work: Fabian sent missionaries, known as the “Seven Apostles to the Gauls,” to spread Christianity in France.

Martyrdom: Fabian was martyred during the persecution of Christians under Emperor Decius in 250. He is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, and Anglican Communion.

Legacy
St. Fabian’s feast day is celebrated on January 20th. He is remembered for his contributions to the early Church and his steadfast faith in the face of persecution.

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St. Casimir

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Feast dayJanuary 20
Death 250

St. Casimir (1461-1484) was a prince of the Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, known for his deep piety, devotion to God, and acts of charity. Born on October 3, 1458, in Wawel Castle, Kraków, he was the second son of King Casimir IV and Queen Elizabeth of Austria.

Key Highlights of His Life
Early Life and Education: Casimir was well-educated, learning Latin, German, law, history, rhetoric, and classical literature. He was known for his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and often prayed the hymn “Daily, Daily Sing to Mary”2.

Spiritual Devotion: From a young age, Casimir showed a strong commitment to his faith. He practiced penitential acts, slept on the floor, and spent nights in meditation on the Passion of Christ2.

Acts of Charity: Casimir was known for his generosity towards the poor and the sick. He often gave away his possessions to those in need1.

Martyrdom: Casimir died on March 4, 1484, at the age of 25, likely from tuberculosis. He was buried in Vilnius Cathedral.

Canonization: His canonization was initiated by his brother, King Sigismund I the Old, in 1514, and he was canonized by Pope Leo X in 1521 or Pope Clement VIII in 1602.

Legacy and Patronage
Saint Casimir is the patron saint of Lithuania and Lithuanian youth. His feast day is celebrated on March 4th. In Vilnius, his feast day is marked with the Kaziuko mugė, a trade fair held on the Sunday nearest to the anniversary of his death.

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Bible readings

Daily mass readings for Dec 1, 2024

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Daily mass readings : First Sunday of Advent

Reading I : Jer 33:14-16

The days are coming, says the LORD,
when I will fulfill the promise
I made to the house of Israel and Judah.
In those days, in that time,
I will raise up for David a just shoot ;
he shall do what is right and just in the land.
In those days Judah shall be safe
and Jerusalem shall dwell secure;
this is what they shall call her:
“The LORD our justice.”

Responsorial Psalm : Ps 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14

R. (1b) To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.
Your ways, O LORD, make known to me;
teach me your paths,
Guide me in your truth and teach me,
for you are God my savior,
and for you I wait all the day.
R. To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.
Good and upright is the LORD;
thus he shows sinners the way.
He guides the humble to justice,
and teaches the humble his way.
R. To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.
All the paths of the LORD are kindness and constancy
toward those who keep his covenant and his decrees.
The friendship of the LORD is with those who fear him,
and his covenant, for their instruction.
R. To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.

Reading II : 1 Thes 3:12—4:2

Brothers and sisters:
May the Lord make you increase and abound in love
for one another and for all,
just as we have for you, 
so as to strengthen your hearts, 
to be blameless in holiness before our God and Father 
at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his holy ones.  Amen.

Finally, brothers and sisters, 
we earnestly ask and exhort you in the Lord Jesus that,
as you received from us 
how you should conduct yourselves to please God
and as you are conducting yourselves
you do so even more.
For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus.

Alleluia : Ps 85:8

R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Show us, Lord, your love;
and grant us your salvation.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Gospel : Lk 21:25-28, 34-36

Jesus said to his disciples:
“There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars,
and on earth nations will be in dismay,
perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves.
People will die of fright
in anticipation of what is coming upon the world,
for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.
And then they will see the Son of Man
coming in a cloud with power and great glory.
But when these signs begin to happen,
stand erect and raise your heads
because your redemption is at hand.

“Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy
from carousing and drunkenness
and the anxieties of daily life,
and that day catch you by surprise like a trap.
For that day will assault everyone
who lives on the face of the earth.
Be vigilant at all times
and pray that you have the strength
to escape the tribulations that are imminent
and to stand before the Son of Man.”

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