Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop and Doctor of the Church

Memorial

Bishop of Geneva and gentle spiritual guide, author of the Introduction to the Devout Life; he is patron of writers and journalists (d. 1622).

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 Francis de Sales

Holy Spirit, you filled Saint Francis de Sales with wisdom to teach your Church. By the prayers of Saint Francis de Sales, 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 (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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The Conversion of Saint Paul the ApostleFri, Jan 25 · Feast
The Presentation of the LordSat, Feb 2 · Feast
Our Lady of LourdesMon, Feb 11 · Optional memorial
The Chair of Saint Peter the ApostleFri, Feb 22 · Feast
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