The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist

Solemnity

One of the few saints whose birth is celebrated: John, son of Zechariah and Elizabeth, was sent to prepare the way of the Lord.

Readings of the day

Joyful Mysteries

Second Mystery: The Visitation

This mystery is featured for The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist.

“She called out with a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!”Luke 1:42

Mary hastens into the hill country to serve her kinswoman Elizabeth. At Mary’s greeting the infant John leaps for joy in Elizabeth’s womb, and Mary sings her song of praise, the Magnificat.

Fruit of the mystery: Love of neighbor

The Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence, I fly to you, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, do not despise my petitions, but in your mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

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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

Saints Peter and Paul, ApostlesTue, Jun 29 · Solemnity
Saint Thomas, ApostleSat, Jul 3 · Feast
Our Lady of Mount CarmelFri, Jul 16 · Optional memorial
Saint Mary MagdaleneThu, Jul 22 · Feast
The Transfiguration of the LordFri, Aug 6 · Feast

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Liturgical calendar for the dioceses of the USA (General Roman Calendar and U.S. proper), checked against the USCCB liturgical calendar. Readings: citations from the U.S. Lectionary for Mass, text from the Douay-Rheims Bible (public domain).

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