Catholic Daily Drive

Intro to the day: “First offer them the milk of simpler teaching, as the Apostle recommends, so that gradually, as they grow strong on the food of God’s Word, they are capable of receiving more elaborate instructions and of carrying out the higher commandment of God.” –St. AidanToday is Friday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Mater Dei Catholic School in Albany, NY.In the Gospel, we hear the parable of the dishonest steward.Gospel: Luke 16:1-8Saint of the Day: Saint Vincent LiêmMarian prayer for the day:  O Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary - St. Alphonsus de LiguoriO, Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary; as a beggar, all wounded and sore, presents himself before a great Queen, so do I present myself before you, who are Queen of heaven and earth. From the lofty throne on which you sit, disdain not, I implore you, to cast your eyes on me, a poor sinner. God has made you so rich that you might assist the poor, and has made you Queen of Mercy in order that you might relieve the miserable. Behold me then, and pity me: behold me and abandon me not, until you see me changed from a sinner into a saint. Amen.To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Be at peace, and have genuine charity among yourselves. If you follow the example of the holy fathers, God, the comforter of all good, will be your helper.” – St. Columba Today is Thursday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Isaac Jogues Catholic School in St. Clair Shores, MI.In the Gospel, we hear the parables of the lost sheep and coin.Gospel: Luke 15:1-10Saint of the Day: Saint Leonard of NoblacMarian prayer for the day: The Depths of the Love of Your Heart – St. ThereseVirgin full of grace, I know that at Nazareth you lived modestly, without requesting anything more.Neither ecstasies, nor miracles, nor other extraordinary deeds enhanced your life, O Queen of the elect.The number of the lowly, “the little ones,” is very great on earth.They can raise their eyes to you without any fear.You are the incomparable Mother who walks with them along the common way to guide them to heaven.Beloved Mother, in this harsh exile, I want to live always with you and follow you every day.I am enraptured by the contemplation of you, and I discover the depths of the love of your heart.All my fears vanish under your motherly gaze, which teaches me to weep and to rejoice!Amen.____________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Let us be careful that no image but that of God take shape in our souls.” – St. ColumbanusToday is Wednesday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. James Catholic School in Cincinnati, OH.In the Gospel, Jesus tells us we must give up all we have to follow Him.Gospel: Luke 14:25-33Saint of the Day: Blessed María del Carmen Viel FerrandoMarian prayer for the day: Hail, Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.Lead: Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.Response: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ._____________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “There is none so lovable as the cheerful.” –St. DwynwenToday is Tuesday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of The Madeleine Catholic School in Portland, OR.In the Gospel, we hear a parable of the wedding feast.Gospel: Luke 14:15-24Saint of the Day: Blessed Teresa ManganielloMarian prayer for the day: MemorareRemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of Virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen_____________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ within me, Christ below me, Christ above me, Christ at my right, Christ at my left, Christ in lying down, Christ in sitting, Christ in rising up, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of every man who speaks to me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.”  –St. Patrick of IrelandToday is Monday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of the Diocese of Harrisburg Catholic Schools.In the Gospel, Christ tells us to do good without expecting repayment.Gospel: Luke 14:12-14Saint of the Day: Saint Malachy O'MoreMarian prayer for the day: Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you.Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinnersNow and at the hour of our death.Amen._______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “What is nobler than to rule minds or to mold the character of the young? I consider that he who knows how to form the youthful mind is truly greater than all the painters, sculptors, and all others of that sort.” — St. John ChrysostomToday is Friday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of All Saints Catholic School, Portland, OR.In the Gospel, Jesus is asked if it is lawful to heal on the Sabbath.Gospel: Luke 14:1-6Saint of the Day: Saint Maria de la Purisima Salvat RomeroMarian prayer for the day:  O Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary - St. Alphonsus de LiguoriO, Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary; as a beggar, all wounded and sore, presents himself before a great Queen, so do I present myself before you, who are Queen of heaven and earth. From the lofty throne on which you sit, disdain not, I implore you, to cast your eyes on me, a poor sinner. God has made you so rich that you might assist the poor, and has made you Queen of Mercy in order that you might relieve the miserable. Behold me then, and pity me: behold me and abandon me not, until you see me changed from a sinner into a saint. Amen.________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “I am not alone because Jesus is with me, and with Him I fear nothing” –Saint  Faustina KowalskaToday is Thursday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Therese Catholic School in Portland, OR.In the Gospel, Jesus laments Jerusalem.Gospel: Luke 13:31-35Saint of the Day: Blessed Terrence Albert O'BrienMarian prayer for the day: The Depths of the Love of Your Heart – St. ThereseVirgin full of grace, I know that at Nazareth you lived modestly, without requesting anything more.Neither ecstasies, nor miracles, nor other extraordinary deeds enhanced your life, O Queen of the elect.The number of the lowly, “the little ones,” is very great on earth.They can raise their eyes to you without any fear.You are the incomparable Mother who walks with them along the common way to guide them to heaven.Beloved Mother, in this harsh exile, I want to live always with you and follow you every day.I am enraptured by the contemplation of you and I discover the depths of the love of your heart.All my fears vanish under your motherly gaze, which teaches me to weep and to rejoice!Amen._________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “When we speak about wisdom, we are speaking of Christ. When we speak about virtue, we are speaking of Christ. When we speak about justice, we are speaking of Christ. When we speak about peace, we are speaking of Christ. When we speak about truth and life and redemption, we are speaking of Christ.” –St. Ambrose of MilanGospel: Luke 13:22-30Saint of the Day: Saint Achahildis of WendelsteinMarian prayer for the day: Hail, Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.Lead: Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.Response: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ._________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: "Teach that students may become their own teacher. Let us feed our pupils with the right food so that time will come when they will be able to provide their own food." –Saint Augustine Today is Monday of the Thirtieth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Holy Spirit Catholic School in Huntsville, AL.In the Gospel, Jesus heals on the Sabbath.Gospel: Luke 13:10-17Saint of the Day: Saint Emilina of BoulancourtMarian prayer for the day: Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you.Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinnersNow and at the hour of our death.Amen._______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Charity lights the path to divine love.” “Imitate the Heart of Christ in love for the poor.” –Saint Luigi GuanellaToday is Friday of the Twenty-ninth Week of Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Mater Christi Catholic School in Albany, NY.In the Gospel, Jesus tells the crowds to pay attention to the signs of the times.Gospel: Luke 12:54-59Saint of the Day: Saint Luigi GuanellaMarian prayer for the day:  O Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary - St. Alphonsus de LiguoriO, Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary; as a beggar, all wounded and sore, presents himself before a great Queen, so do I present myself before you, who are Queen of heaven and earth. From the lofty throne on which you sit, disdain not, I implore you, to cast your eyes on me, a poor sinner. God has made you so rich that you might assist the poor, and has made you Queen of Mercy in order that you might relieve the miserable. Behold me then, and pity me: behold me and abandon me not, until you see me changed from a sinner into a saint. Amen.______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: Hold your eyes on God and leave the doing to Him. That is all the doing you have to worry about. –Saint Jane Frances de ChantalToday is Tuesday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Therese Catholic School in Portland, OR.In the Gospel, Jesus tells us to remain vigilant and ready. Gospel: Luke 12:35-38Saint of the Day: Saint UrsulaMarian prayer for the day: MemorareRemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of Virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen_____________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Here I am, Lord, to do your will, whatever comes — be it life, death or terror.” –Saint Maria Bertilla BoscardinToday is Monday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Holy Family Catholic Academy in Niceville, FL.In the Gospel, Jesus tells us not to store up riches of this world.Gospel: Luke 12:13-21Saint of the Day: Saint Maria Bertilla Boscardin Marian prayer for the day: Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you.Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinnersNow and at the hour of our death.Amen.___________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Permit me to imitate my suffering God... I am God's wheat and I shall be ground by the teeth of beasts, that I may become the pure bread of Christ.” –Saint Ignatius of AntiochToday is Friday, the Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Little Flower Catholic School in Pensacola, FL.In the Gospel, Jesus affirms our worth in the eyes of God.Gospel: Luke 12:1-7Saint of the Day: Saint Richard GwynMarian prayer for the day:  O Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary - St. Alphonsus de LiguoriO, Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary; as a beggar, all wounded and sore, presents himself before a great Queen, so do I present myself before you, who are Queen of heaven and earth. From the lofty throne on which you sit, disdain not, I implore you, to cast your eyes on me, a poor sinner. God has made you so rich that you might assist the poor, and has made you Queen of Mercy in order that you might relieve the miserable. Behold me then, and pity me: behold me and abandon me not, until you see me changed from a sinner into a saint. Amen._____________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: "Here the will of God is done, as God wills, and as long as God wills." –Saint Gerard MajellaToday is Thursday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School in Anchorage, AK.In the Gospel, the Pharisees grow angry with Jesus.Gospel: Luke 11:47-54Saint of the Day: Saint Gerard Majella Marian prayer for the day: The Depths of the Love of Your Heart – St. ThereseVirgin full of grace, I know that at Nazareth you lived modestly, without requesting anything more.Neither ecstasies, nor miracles, nor other extraordinary deeds enhanced your life, O Queen of the elect.The number of the lowly, “the little ones,” is very great on earth.They can raise their eyes to you without any fear.You are the incomparable Mother who walks with them along the common way to guide them to heaven.Beloved Mother, in this harsh exile, I want to live always with you and follow you every day.I am enraptured by the contemplation of you and I discover the depths of the love of your heart.All my fears vanish under your motherly gaze, which teaches me to weep and to rejoice!Amen._______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Courage, courage, [...] Remember that God does not give anyone more trials than can be suffered and that his majesty is with the afflicted. For this is certain; there is no reason to fear but to hope in his mercy. He will reveal the whole truth; and some machinations, which the devil kept hidden so as to create a disturbance, will be made known.” –Saint Teresa of JesusToday is Wednesday, the Memorial of Saint Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor of the Church. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Mary's Catholic School in Fort Walton, FL.In the Gospel, we learn we must lead by example.Gospel: Luke 11:42-46Saint of the Day: Saint Teresa of Avila Marian prayer for the day: Hail, Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.Lead: Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.Response: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “The spirit of a strong and stable character strengthened by meditation endures; the unshaken spirit, which is strengthened by a certain and solid faith in the future will be enlivened against all the terrors of the devil and threats of this world.”—Saint Cyprian of CarthageToday is Tuesday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Lumen Christi High School in Anchorage, AK.In the Gospel, Jesus admonished the Pharisees for not tending to the cleanliness of the soul.Gospel: Luke 11:37-41Saint of the Day: Blessed Roman LyskoMarian prayer for the day: MemorareRemember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of Virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy, hear and answer me. Amen_______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: "I could not be happy in Heaven if you were not there too" –Blessed Magdalen PanattieriToday is Monday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Joseph's Catholic School in Lucinda, PA.In the Gospel, Jesus speaks of the “sign of Jonah.”Gospel: Luke 11:29-32Saint of the Day: Blessed Magdalen PanattieriMarian prayer for the day: Hail MaryHail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you.Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the Fruit of thy womb, Jesus.Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinnersNow and at the hour of our death.Amen.______________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “The works of God are born, grow and flourish at the foot of the Cross.” –Saint Daniel ComboniToday is Friday of the Twenty-seventh Week of Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of All Saints Catholic School in Portland, OR.In the Gospel, the source of Jesus’ power is questioned. Gospel: Luke 11:15-26Saint of the Day: Saint Daniel ComboniMarian prayer for the day:  O Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary - St. Alphonsus de LiguoriO, Mother of my God, and my Lady Mary; as a beggar, all wounded and sore, presents himself before a great Queen, so do I present myself before you, who are Queen of heaven and earth. From the lofty throne on which you sit, disdain not, I implore you, to cast your eyes on me, a poor sinner. God has made you so rich that you might assist the poor, and has made you Queen of Mercy in order that you might relieve the miserable. Behold me then, and pity me: behold me and abandon me not, until you see me changed from a sinner into a saint.Amen.________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: “Lead, Kindly Light, amidst th'encircling gloom, / Lead Thou me on! / The night is dark, and I am far from home, / Lead Thou me on! / Keep Thou my feet; I do not ask to see / The distant scene; one step enough for me.” –Saint John Henry NewmanToday is Thursday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of St. Joseph's Catholic School in Lucinda, PA.In the Gospel, Jesus instructs us to be persistent in prayer.Gospel: Luke 11:5-13Saint of the Day: Saint John Henry NewmanMarian prayer for the day: The Depths of the Love of Your Heart – St. ThereseVirgin full of grace, I know that at Nazareth you lived modestly, without requesting anything more.Neither ecstasies, nor miracles, nor other extraordinary deeds enhanced your life, O Queen of the elect.The number of the lowly, “the little ones,” is very great on earth.They can raise their eyes to you without any fear.You are the incomparable Mother who walks with them along the common way to guide them to heaven.Beloved Mother, in this harsh exile, I want to live always with you and follow you every day.I am enraptured by the contemplation of you and I discover the depths of the love of your heart.All my fears vanish under your motherly gaze, which teaches me to weep and to rejoice!Amen.___________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.

Intro to the day: "It is Jesus you seek when you dream of happiness; he is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies you; he is the beauty to which you are so attracted[...].”Today is Wednesday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time. We are praying for the faculty, staff, and families of Fiat Classical Academy in Aurora, IN.In the Gospel, Jesus teaches us how to pray.Gospel: Luke 11:1-4Saint of the Day: Saint ReparataMarian prayer for the day: Hail, Holy QueenHail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy, our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn, then, O most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.Lead: Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.Response: That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.________________To add intentions, get more resources and support, or if you would like to make a donation to support this podcast, visit us at missiondrivencatholic.com.