Saint James, Apostle

Feast

James, son of Zebedee and brother of John, was the first of the Twelve to be martyred (Acts 12:2). He is patron of Spain and of pilgrims to Compostela.

Readings of the day

Joyful Mysteries

Fifth Mystery: The Finding in the Temple

“Why were you looking for me? Didn’t you know that I must be in my Father’s house?”Luke 2:49

After three days of sorrowful searching, Mary and Joseph find the twelve-year-old Jesus in the Temple, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions.

Fruit of the mystery: Piety · joy in finding Jesus

A prayer with Saint James

Lord Jesus, you called Saint James to carry your Gospel to the world. By the prayers of Saint James, help me to hear your word and to share it gladly. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace…

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This day’s five mysteries (Joyful Mysteries)

The Annunciation
The Visitation
The Nativity
The Presentation
The Finding in the Temple

Coming up

The Transfiguration of the LordThu, Aug 6 · Feast
Saint Lawrence, Deacon and MartyrMon, Aug 10 · Feast
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MarySat, Aug 15 · Solemnity
The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin MarySat, Aug 22 · Memorial
Saint Bartholomew, ApostleMon, Aug 24 · Feast

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