2025-08-06
Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord
Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord
Tuesday of the 18th Week in Ordinary Time
Memorial of St. John Vianney, Priest
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saturday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time
Memorial of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
Memorial of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Priest
Optional Memorial of St. Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church
We at Catholic Textbook Project mourn the loss of one of America’s and the Church’s great historians, Dr. James Hitchcock, who recently joined his equally influential wife, Helen Hull Hitchcock, in everlasting life. Dr. Hitchcock was one of the earliest supporters of this important apostolate to Catholic schools. He sat down with us some years…
Memorial of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Monday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time
CNA—Ernesto Escaler, a renowned Filipino businessman and the owner of Gourmet Farms Philippines, one of the most iconic restaurant brands in the country, is described as a man of few words but remarkable action. His staff describe him as deeply low-key — someone who avoids attention and prefers not to speak about his philanthropy. But…
CNA—Antonia Raco, a 67-year-old Italian woman long affected by an incurable neurodegenerative illness, was officially introduced to the press on July 25 in Lourdes, where her healing was recognized as the 72nd miracle attributed to the intercession of the Virgin Mary since the apparitions of 1858. “In a moment of great joy, the 72nd miracle…
Book Review: Creating Moments of Joy, by Jolene Brackey Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is an experience filled with challenges, but as Jolene Brackey beautifully illustrates in Creating Moments of Joy, it is also a journey of wisdom, love, and even unexpected joy. This book is an essential read for caregivers, family members…
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
On May 30, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed SCR 19— introduced by Texas legislators Senator Tan Parker and Representative Caroline Harris Davila. The bill SCR19 approved the placement of a statue honoring “Mother and Child” in the Texas Capitol Complex, where the State Preservation Board will determine the exact location within the complex. Honoring…
Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Feast of St. James, Apostle
Thursday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time
Optional Memorial of St. Bridget of Sweden, Religious