9 October, Mass of Saint Denis, Bishop, and Companions, Martyrs
Today’s memorial takes us to Montmartre, the Mount of Martyrs in Paris. Malouel’s painting of the martyrdom of Saint Denis (1416) depicts the sacrifice of...
From the Marquess of Bute
This morning I came upon this marvelous translation of the traditional Collect for the Feast of the Most Holy Rosary and simply had to share...
Blessing of Roses
It is customary in some places to bless roses on October 7th in honour of Our Lady of the Rosary. I intend to buy roses...
7 October, Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Rosary
ENTRANCE ANTIPHON MR Hail , Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women, and blessed is fruit of your...
Mass of Saint Bruno, Priest
The Collect formerly used for the feast of Saint Bruno breathes the spirit of compunction that animates all who seek the Face of God. I...