Friday, August 20, 2027
Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church
Memorial
Cistercian abbot, preacher and Doctor of the Church known for his devotion to the Virgin Mary (d. 1153).
Readings of the day
Sorrowful Mysteries
First Mystery: The Agony in the Garden
“Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.”Luke 22:42
In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prays in anguish as His Passion approaches. His sweat becomes like drops of blood, and He surrenders Himself wholly to the Father’s will.
Fruit of the mystery: Sorrow for sin · conformity to God’s will
A prayer with Saint Bernard
Holy Spirit, you filled Saint Bernard with wisdom to teach your Church. By the prayers of Saint Bernard, open my mind to your truth and my heart to love it. Amen.
Hail Mary, full of grace…
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This day’s five mysteries (Sorrowful Mysteries)
- The Agony in the Garden
- The Scourging at the Pillar
- The Crowning with Thorns
- The Carrying of the Cross
- The Crucifixion
Coming up
- Saint Bartholomew, ApostleTue, Aug 24 · Feast
- The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin MaryWed, Sep 8 · Feast
- The Exaltation of the Holy CrossTue, Sep 14 · Feast
- Our Lady of SorrowsWed, Sep 15 · Memorial
- Saint Matthew, Apostle and EvangelistTue, Sep 21 · Feast
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