Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr

Memorial

Bishop of Antioch who wrote seven letters to the churches on his way to martyrdom in Rome, c. 107.

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 Saint Ignatius of Antioch

Lord Jesus, you gave Saint Ignatius of Antioch the courage to bear witness to you even to the shedding of blood. By the prayers of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, make me steadfast in faith and unafraid to follow you. 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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