Saint Maximilian Mary Kolbe, Priest and Martyr

Memorial

Polish Franciscan who offered his life in place of a family man at Auschwitz in 1941.

Readings of the day

Joyful Mysteries

First Mystery: The Annunciation

“Behold, the servant of the Lord; let it be done to me according to your word.”Luke 1:38

The angel Gabriel is sent by God to a virgin of Nazareth named Mary and tells her she will conceive by the power of the Holy Spirit and bear a Son, who will be called the Son of the Most High. Mary gives her humble, free consent.

Fruit of the mystery: Humility

A prayer with Saint Maximilian Mary Kolbe

Lord Jesus, you gave Saint Maximilian Mary Kolbe the courage to bear witness to you even to the shedding of blood. By the prayers of Saint Maximilian Mary Kolbe, make me steadfast in faith and unafraid to follow you. 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

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The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryTue, Aug 15 · Solemnity
The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin MaryTue, Aug 22 · Memorial
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The Most Holy Name of MaryTue, Sep 12 · Optional memorial

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