Saints Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop

Memorial

Brothers from Thessalonica who brought the Gospel to the Slavic peoples in their own language in the 9th century; co-patrons of Europe.

Readings of the day

Luminous Mysteries

Fifth Mystery: The Institution of the Eucharist

“This is my body which is given for you. Do this in memory of me.”Luke 22:19

At the Last Supper, on the night before He suffered, Jesus takes bread and wine and gives His Body and Blood to the apostles as food and drink, the new covenant in His Blood.

Fruit of the mystery: Adoration

A prayer with Saints Cyril

Good Shepherd, you gave your people Saints Cyril as a faithful shepherd. By the prayers of Saints Cyril, bless the pastors of your Church and keep us united in you. 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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The Chair of Saint Peter the ApostleFri, Feb 22 · Feast
Ash WednesdayWed, Mar 6
Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin MaryTue, Mar 19 · Solemnity
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Palm Sunday of the Passion of the LordSun, Apr 14 · Sunday

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