Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist

Feast

Matthew, a tax collector, left his post to follow Jesus. He is honored as the author of the first Gospel.

Readings of the day

Luminous Mysteries

Fourth Mystery: The Transfiguration

“This is my beloved Son. Listen to him!”Luke 9:35

On the mountain, before Peter, James and John, Jesus is transfigured: His face shines and His garments become dazzling white. Moses and Elijah speak with Him, and the Father’s voice comes from the cloud.

Fruit of the mystery: Desire for holiness

A prayer with Saint Matthew

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

Hail Mary, full of grace…

A short prayer composed for Rosary Cards

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This day’s five mysteries (Luminous Mysteries)

The Baptism of the Lord
The Wedding at Cana
The Proclamation of the Kingdom
The Transfiguration
The Institution of the Eucharist

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Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, ArchangelsFri, Sep 29 · Feast
The Holy Guardian AngelsMon, Oct 2 · Memorial
Our Lady of the RosarySat, Oct 7 · Memorial
Saint Luke, EvangelistWed, Oct 18 · Feast
Saints Simon and Jude, ApostlesSat, Oct 28 · 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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