Author Archives: Steve Benner

Antiphon1 Ant. You will save the humble nation, O Lord, *and bring down the eyes of the proud.For who is God, other than you, O Lord?V. I love you, Lord, my strength; *O Lord, my rock, my fortress, my savior;my God, my rock where I take refuge; *my shield, my saving strength, my stronghold.I cry out, “PraisedContinue reading “Oremus for Sunday, July 9, 2023”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/5t7vysmf The glory of the Lord will be revealed,and all flesh will see the salvation of our God. Isaiah 40 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly love youand worthily magnify yourContinue reading “Oremus for Saturday, July 8, 2023”

Jan Hus John Hus (1372-1415) was a Czech priest who became leader of the Czech reform movement, which called for a return to scripture and living out of the word of God in one’s life. As preacher at Bethlehem Chapel in Prague, he talked to the people in their native language. Hundreds gathered every dayContinue reading “Oremus for Friday, July 7, 2023”

Thomas MoreBorn in London in 1478, Thomas More studied classics and then the law, being called to the Bar at twenty-three years old. His clear honesty and integrity impressed Henry VIII and he appointed Thomas as his Chancellor. He supported the king in his efforts to reform the clergy but disagreed over Henry’s disputes withContinue reading “Oremus for Thursday, July 6, 2023”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/5kz2zshn Everyone who lives and believes in mewill not die for ever, says the Lord. John 11 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly love youand worthily magnify your holy name;through ChristContinue reading “Oremus for Wednesday, July 5, 2023”

Antiphon https://tinyurl.com/3jt6trf4 As for me, in justice I shall behold your face;I shall be filled with the vision of your glory. Psalm 17 Almighty God,to whom all hearts are open,all desires, known,and from whom no secrets are hid:Cleanse the thoughts of our heartsby the inspiration of your Holy Spirit,that we may perfectly love youand worthilyContinue reading “Oremus for Tuesday, July 4, 2023”

Thomas the ApostleThomas is mentioned among the number of the Apostles in the gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke but it is in John’s gospel that his significance is revealed. Firstly, he is heard encouraging the other disciples to go to Judæa with Jesus; then, not knowing what Jesus meant when he talked about whereContinue reading “Oremus for Monday, July 3, 2023”

Antiphon 1 Ant. Lend your ear and make haste to rescue us.V. In you, O Lord, I take refuge. *Let me never be put to shame.In your justice, set me free; *incline your ear to me, and speedily rescue me.Be a rock of refuge for me, *a mighty stronghold to save me. Psalm 31 Almighty God,to whom all heartsContinue reading “Oremus for Sunday, July 2, 2023”

Catherine WinkworthCatherine Winkworth is celebrated as the premier translator of German hymns and chorales into English. Winkworth was born in London in 1827, but grew up in Manchester where she spent most of her life. Her lifelong fascination with German hymns and chorales began during a yearlong visit to Dresden, Germany, in 1848. Her firstContinue reading “Oremus for Saturday, July 1, 2023”

Pierre ToussaintPierre Toussaint (1766-1853) was born a slave in Haiti and died a freeman in New York City. He is credited by many with being the father of Catholic Charities in New York. Pierre was instrumental in raising funds for the first Catholic orphanage and began the city’s first school for black children. He also helpedContinue reading “Oremus for Friday, June 30, 2023”