Saint Thomas, Apostle

Feast

Thomas doubted the Resurrection until he saw the risen Lord, then confessed, “My Lord and my God!” Tradition holds that he preached the Gospel in India.

Readings of the day

Sorrowful Mysteries

Fourth Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross

“The Place of a Skull”, which is called in Hebrew, “Golgotha”John 19:17

Jesus carries His Cross to Calvary. Simon of Cyrene is made to help Him, and along the way He speaks to the women of Jerusalem who weep for Him.

Fruit of the mystery: Patience

A prayer with Saint Thomas

Lord Jesus, you called Saint Thomas to carry your Gospel to the world. By the prayers of Saint Thomas, 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 (Sorrowful Mysteries)

The Agony in the Garden
The Scourging at the Pillar
The Crowning with Thorns
The Carrying of the Cross
The Crucifixion

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Our Lady of Mount CarmelMon, Jul 16 · Optional memorial
Saint James, ApostleWed, Jul 25 · Feast
The Transfiguration of the LordMon, Aug 6 · Feast
Saint Lawrence, Deacon and MartyrFri, Aug 10 · Feast
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin MaryWed, Aug 15 · Solemnity

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