Saint John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church

Memorial

Archbishop of Constantinople, called “golden-mouthed” for his preaching; exiled for confronting the powerful (d. 407).

Readings of the day

Luminous Mysteries

First Mystery: The Baptism of the Lord

“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”Matthew 3:17

Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan. The heavens open, the Spirit of God descends upon Him like a dove, and the voice of the Father is heard.

Fruit of the mystery: Openness to the Holy Spirit

A prayer with Saint John Chrysostom

Holy Spirit, you filled Saint John Chrysostom with wisdom to teach your Church. By the prayers of Saint John Chrysostom, open my mind to your truth and my heart to love it. 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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