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Tuesday, June 3, 2031

RedOrdinary Time · Week 9

Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs

Memorial

Charles Lwanga and companions, young Christians of Uganda, were martyred in 1885–1887 for their faith; most were burned at Namugongo.

Readings of the day

Sorrowful Mysteries

Fourth Mystery: The Carrying of the Cross

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“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 Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions

Lord Jesus, you gave Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions the courage to bear witness to you even to the shedding of blood. By the prayers of Saints Charles Lwanga and Companions, 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 (Sorrowful Mysteries)

  1. The Agony in the Garden
  2. The Scourging at the Pillar
  3. The Crowning with Thorns
  4. The Carrying of the Cross
  5. The Crucifixion

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