Saint John XXIII, Pope

Optional memorial

Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time

Pope from 1958 to 1963 who opened the Second Vatican Council; remembered for his warmth and humility.

Readings of the day

Joyful Mysteries

Fifth Mystery: The Finding in the Temple

“Why were you looking for me? Didn’t you know that I must be in my Father’s house?”Luke 2:49

After three days of sorrowful searching, Mary and Joseph find the twelve-year-old Jesus in the Temple, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions.

Fruit of the mystery: Piety · joy in finding Jesus

The Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.

Inspired by this confidence, I fly to you, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to you I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, do not despise my petitions, but in your mercy hear and answer me. Amen.

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This day’s five mysteries (Joyful Mysteries)

The Annunciation
The Visitation
The Nativity
The Presentation
The Finding in the Temple

Coming up

Saint Luke, EvangelistMon, Oct 18 · Feast
Saints Simon and Jude, ApostlesThu, Oct 28 · Feast
All SaintsMon, Nov 1 · Solemnity
The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)Tue, Nov 2 · Solemnity
The Dedication of the Lateran BasilicaTue, Nov 9 · Feast

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