Pelagia, more often called Margaret, on account of the magnificence of the pearls for which she had so often sold herself, was an actress of Antioch, equally celebrated for her beauty, her wealth and the disorder ofher life. During a synod at Antioch, she passed Bishop St. Nonnus of Edessa, who was struck with her beauty; the next day she went to hear him preach and was so moved by his sermon that she asked him to baptize her which he did. She gave her wealth to Nonnus to aid the poor ...

Eternal Father, I humbly adore Thee, and thank Thee for having created me, and for having redeemed me through Jesus Christ. I thank Thee most sincerely for having made me a Christian, by giving me the true faith, and by adopting me as Thy son, in the sacrament of baptism. I thank Thee for having, after the numberless sins I had committed, waited for my repentance, and for having pardoned (as I humbly hope) all the offences which I have offered to Thee, and for which I am now sincerely sorry, ...

Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, founded in 1798, was not only the largest of California's 21 missions but also one of the most agriculturally productive. At its peak, the mission managed approximately 250,000 acres of land, much of which was dedicated to farming and ranching. The mission cultivated crops such as wheat, barley, corn, beans, and various fruits. Olive trees and vineyards also thrived, supporting the production of olive oil and wine, which were essential to the mission's ...

When people think about the 100-meter dash, current world-record holder Usain Bolt might come to mind. But we can’t forget about Julia “Hurricane” Hawkins. In 2021, Julia crossed the finish line before all other runners to win the 100-meter dash in the Louisiana Senior Games. Her time was a bit slower than Bolt’s 9.58 seconds—just over sixty seconds. But she was also 105 years old!

There’s a lot to like about a woman who’s still running sprints at her age. And there’s a lot to like about believers in Jesus who never stop running the race with Him as their goal (Hebrews 12:1-2). The psalmist says this about the faithful in the later stages of life: “The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, . . . they will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green” (92:12–14).

Older believers who follow this kind of standard can find further instruction in Titus. Seasoned men are to be “sound in faith, in love and in endurance” (2:2), and senior women are “to teach what is good” (v. 3).

There’s no call for older believers to stop running the race. Maybe not the way Julia does on the track, but in ways that honor God as He provides the strength they need. Let’s all run the race to serve Him and others well.

Reading 1, Galatians 2:1-2, 7-14 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 117:1, 2 Gospel, Luke 11:1-4 Support Catholic Online by Subscribing to our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/catholiconlinemedia?sub_confirmation=1 More on Daily Readings: https://www.catholic.org/bible/daily_reading/?select_date=2024-10-09 Catholic Online School: Free World Class Catholic Education for Anyone, Anywhere https://www.catholiconline.school/ Catholic Online: World's Catholic Library https://www.catholic.org/ Catholic ...

Find the Daily Readings for these Questions here: https://www.catholic.org/bible/daily_reading/?select_date=2024-10-09 Catholic Online School: Free World Class Catholic Education for Anyone, Anywhere https://www.catholiconline.school/ Catholic Online: World's Catholic Library https://www.catholic.org/ Catholic Online Shopping: World's Catholic Store https://catholiconline.shopping/ Catholic Online Learning Resources: Free Printable Educational Resources for Students, Parents, and ...

From 1901 to 2000, the Nobel Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the world, was awarded to individuals who made significant contributions to humanity in fields such as physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. In an estimate by Baruch Shalev, approximately 65.4% of Nobel Prize winners during this century were either Christians or came from a Christian background. This statistic sheds light on the deep connection between faith, particularly Christianity, and the pursuit of ...

Today, on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, our need to rely on the precious gift of the Rosary is perhaps more acute than ever before. Contempt for human life is everywhere we look.

Mission San Antonio de Padua, founded by Father Junipero Serra on July 14, 1771, stands as one of the most fascinating examples of Spanish mission life in California. Located deep in the Valley of the Oaks in Monterey County, it was the third mission established in the chain of 21 Franciscan missions that stretched along California's coast.� 

From 1901 to 2000, the Nobel Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the world, was awarded to individuals who made significant contributions to humanity in fields such as physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, and peace. In an estimate by Baruch Shalev, approximately 65.4% of Nobel Prize winners during this century were either Christians or came from a Christian background. This statistic sheds light on the deep connection between faith, particularly Christianity, and the pursuit of ...