May 21 – Feria / S Cristóbal Magallanes

Jun 5 – S Boniface / First Fri

It's the Feast of St. Boniface, First Fri, 3rd Class, with the color of Red. In this episode: the meditation: "The Glory Be to the Father", today's news from the Church: "Sick and Healthy", a preview of this week's episode of The SSPX Podcast: "Answering the Objections: Questions About the Consecrations", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org SOURCES USED TODAY: * "The Glory Be to the Father" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "Sick and Healthy" (FSSPX.news) * https://fsspx.news/en/news/sick-and-healthy-59448 [https://fsspx.news/en/news/sick-and-healthy-59448] * The SSPX Podcast: "Answering the Objections: Questions About the Consecrations" (SSPX Podcast) * View on YouTube * Listen & Subscribe on SSPXpodcast.com [https://sspxpodcast.com] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] SOURCES USED TODAY: * "Corpus Christi" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "Xi Jinping Remains Inflexible on the Case of Jimmy Lai" (FSSPX.news) * https://fsspx.news/en/news/xi-jinping-remains-inflexible-case-jimmy-lai-59350 [https://fsspx.news/en/news/xi-jinping-remains-inflexible-case-jimmy-lai-59350] * "The Dignity, Power, and Obligations of Baptism" (SSPX Sermons) * SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonegYXBrLbQh2Cjr0SU5x7WGNyMO25cw] * Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast [https://sspxpodcast.com/sermons] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] Please support our new project, the Archbishop Lefebvre Biography Audiobook! * Learn more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o] * Donate:https://sspx.gifts/audiobook [https://sspx.gifts/audiobook] Saint Boniface is remembered as the Apostle of Germany, a missionary bishop whose courage and perseverance helped bring the Gospel to much of northern Europe. He was born around the year 675 in Wessex, England, and given the name Winfrid. Raised in a Christian family, he entered monastic life at a young age and quickly distinguished himself through his intelligence, holiness, and gift for teaching. Yet despite a successful life as a monk and scholar, Winfrid felt called to leave the security of the monastery and preach Christ to peoples who had not yet fully embraced the faith. After receiving the blessing of the pope, he traveled to the Germanic lands, where pagan practices remained widespread. There he took the name Boniface and began the work that would define his life. He preached tirelessly, founded monasteries, established dioceses, and worked to strengthen the organization of the Church throughout the region. His mission required not only zeal, but patience and wisdom, as he sought to guide entire communities toward Christian life. One of the most famous stories associated with Boniface concerns the Oak of Thor, a massive tree revered by local pagans as sacred to the Norse god. According to tradition, Boniface publicly cut down the tree to demonstrate that the pagan gods had no power over him. When nothing happened, many who witnessed the event became more open to hearing the Gospel. Whether remembered as history or symbol, the story reflects Boniface's fearless confidence in Christ and his determination to replace superstition with the true faith. Boniface was also a reformer. He worked to improve the discipline of clergy, strengthen ties with Rome, and ensure that the growing Church remained faithful in doctrine and practice. Through his efforts, Christianity took deeper root in lands that would later become Germany, the Netherlands, and surrounding regions. In his old age, Boniface returned to missionary work among the Frisians. In 754, while preparing a group of converts for Confirmation, he and his companions were attacked and killed. Tradition says that he refused armed protection and met death peacefully, holding a book of the Gospels. Thus the great missionary ended his life as a martyr. The Church honors Saint Boniface as a patron of Germany, missionaries, and those who labor to spread the faith. His feast day on June 5 is marked with prayers for evangelization and courage in proclaiming Christ. His life reminds us that the Gospel advances not through force, but through conviction, sacrifice, and unwavering trust in God. Saint Boniface, courageous missionary and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us. 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The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press [https://angeluspress.org/pages/our-apostolate], which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.   WHAT IS THE SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org [https://sspx.org/en]

Jun 4 – Corpus Christi / S Franco of Assergi

It's the Feast of Corpus Christi, 1st Class, with the color of White. In this episode: the meditation: "Corpus Christi", today's news from the Church: "Xi Jinping Remains Inflexible on the Case of Jimmy Lai", a preview of the Sermon: "The Dignity, Power, and Obligations of Baptism", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org SOURCES USED TODAY: * "Corpus Christi" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "Xi Jinping Remains Inflexible on the Case of Jimmy Lai" (FSSPX.news) * https://fsspx.news/en/news/xi-jinping-remains-inflexible-case-jimmy-lai-59350 [https://fsspx.news/en/news/xi-jinping-remains-inflexible-case-jimmy-lai-59350] * "The Dignity, Power, and Obligations of Baptism" (SSPX Sermons) * SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonegYXBrLbQh2Cjr0SU5x7WGNyMO25cw] * Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast [https://sspxpodcast.com/sermons] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] Please support our new project, the Archbishop Lefebvre Biography Audiobook! * Learn more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o] * Donate:https://sspx.gifts/audiobook [https://sspx.gifts/audiobook] Blessed Franco of Assergi is one of those hidden saints whose holiness was revealed not through public achievements, but through a life of prayer, penance, and complete surrender to God. He lived in thirteenth-century Italy, a period rich in saints and religious renewal, yet his own path was marked by solitude and obscurity. Born in the village of Assergi, near the mountains of Abruzzo, Franco spent much of his early life as an ordinary laborer, earning his living through manual work and tending the land. As a young man, Franco was known for his strong character and diligence, but an accident profoundly changed the course of his life. According to tradition, while working in the fields, he suffered a serious injury to one of his legs that left him permanently disabled. Unable to continue his former work, he turned increasingly toward prayer and reflection. What might have seemed a misfortune became the means through which God drew him closer. Seeking a life of greater union with God, Franco withdrew from society and embraced the life of a hermit. He settled in a remote area near Assergi, living in simplicity and poverty. There he devoted himself to prayer, fasting, and penance, spending long hours contemplating the mysteries of God. Though he desired solitude, his reputation for holiness gradually spread, and people began seeking him out for advice, prayer, and spiritual guidance. Franco became known for his humility and charity. He welcomed those who came to him, offering encouragement and reminding them to place their trust in God. Local traditions also attribute miracles and healings to his intercession, both during his lifetime and after his death. Yet he remained detached from any attention, seeking only to live faithfully before God. He died around the year 1291, and devotion to him quickly grew among the people of the Abruzzo region. Though never widely known throughout the Church, he has long been honored locally as a holy hermit whose life demonstrated the power of hidden sanctity. In Assergi and the surrounding area, his feast day is still remembered with prayers and local celebrations. Pilgrims have long visited places associated with his life, seeking his intercession and reflecting on his example of perseverance amid suffering. Blessed Franco's life reminds us that holiness is not measured by public success or fame. Sometimes the greatest saints are those who quietly accept their crosses, transform suffering into prayer, and allow God to work through lives that remain largely unseen by the world. Blessed Franco of Assergi, humble hermit and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us. 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The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press [https://angeluspress.org/pages/our-apostolate], which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.   WHAT IS THE SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. 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Jun 3 – Feria / S Kevin of Glendalough

It's a Feria, 4th Class, with the color of Green. In this episode: the meditation: "Worship of the Trinity", today's news from the Church: "TRADITIO: A New Documentary on the SSPX to Be Released Soon", a preview of the Sermon: "The Life of God in Us", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org SOURCES USED TODAY: * "Worship of the Trinity" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "TRADITIO: A New Documentary on the SSPX to Be Released Soon" (FSSPX.news) * https://fsspx.news/en/news/sacraments-church-59351 [https://fsspx.news/en/news/sacraments-church-59351] * "The Life of God in Us" (SSPX Sermons) * SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonegYXBrLbQh2Cjr0SU5x7WGNyMO25cw] * Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast [https://sspxpodcast.com/sermons] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] Please support our new project, the Archbishop Lefebvre Biography Audiobook! * Learn more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o] * Donate:https://sspx.gifts/audiobook [https://sspx.gifts/audiobook] Saint Kevin of Glendalough is one of Ireland’s most beloved saints, remembered as a hermit, abbot, and spiritual father whose love of God drew countless souls into the wilderness in search of holiness. He was born around the year 498 near Dublin, at a time when Ireland was still being transformed by the Christian faith brought by missionaries such as Patrick. From an early age, Kevin showed a desire for prayer and solitude, studying under holy teachers and developing a reputation for wisdom and virtue. As a young man, Kevin withdrew into the rugged valley of Glendalough, a place of forests, mountains, and lakes nestled deep in the Irish countryside. There he embraced the life of a hermit, seeking silence and union with God. According to tradition, he lived for years in a small cave overlooking the upper lake, spending his days in prayer, fasting, and contemplation. Many stories surround Kevin's life, reflecting the deep affection the Irish people have always had for him. The most famous tells of a blackbird that laid its eggs in Kevin's outstretched hand while he was praying. Rather than disturb the nest, he remained motionless until the chicks had hatched and flown away. Whether taken literally or symbolically, the story captures how closely Kevin's life was associated with gentleness, patience, and harmony with God's creation. What began as a solitary vocation gradually attracted disciples. Men came seeking guidance, and a monastic settlement grew around him. This community eventually became the famous monastery of Glendalough, one of the most important spiritual centers in medieval Ireland. For centuries, pilgrims traveled there to pray, study, and deepen their faith. Kevin became abbot of the growing community but never lost the simplicity of his earlier life. Even while guiding others, he remained devoted to prayer and humility. He died around the year 618, leaving behind a legacy that shaped Irish Christianity for generations. Devotion to Saint Kevin remains strong throughout Ireland, particularly in Glendalough, where the ruins of the ancient monastic city still attract pilgrims and visitors. His feast day on June 3 is marked with prayers for vocations, contemplation, and care for God's creation. His life reminds the faithful that solitude and prayer are not escapes from the world, but powerful sources of spiritual renewal that can bear fruit far beyond what one soul alone could imagine. Saint Kevin of Glendalough, faithful hermit and servant of Christ, pray for us. 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The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press [https://angeluspress.org/pages/our-apostolate], which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.   WHAT IS THE SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org [https://sspx.org/en]

Jun 2 – Feria / S Nicholas Peregrinus

It's a Feria, 4th Class, with the color of Green. In this episode: the meditation: "The Trinity: Model of Charity", today's news from the Church: "Sacraments for the Church", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org SOURCES USED TODAY: * "The Trinity: Model of Charity" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "Sacraments for the Church" (FSSPX.news) * https://fsspx.news/en/news/sacraments-church-59351 [https://fsspx.news/en/news/sacraments-church-59351] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] Please support our new project, the Archbishop Lefebvre Biography Audiobook! * Learn more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o] * Donate:https://sspx.gifts/audiobook [https://sspx.gifts/audiobook] Saint Nicholas Peregrinus, also known as Nicholas the Pilgrim, is one of the most unusual saints of the Middle Ages. Unlike many saints who spent their lives in monasteries or positions of leadership, Nicholas was known for his simplicity, his constant pilgrimage, and his burning devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus. He was born around the year 1075 in Greece, likely in the region of Epirus, and from a young age displayed an intense love for God that often appeared strange to those around him. As a teenager, Nicholas embraced a life of wandering pilgrimage. Carrying little more than the clothes on his back, he traveled from place to place, constantly repeating the prayer, "Kyrie eleison" – "Lord, have mercy." He would chant these words in the streets, on the roads, and among crowds, urging people to remember God and seek His mercy. Many considered him foolish or eccentric. Some mocked him, while others viewed him with suspicion. Yet beneath his unusual behavior was a profound love of God and a desire to call souls to prayer. Nicholas eventually crossed the Adriatic Sea and arrived in southern Italy. There, he continued his life of pilgrimage, walking through towns and villages while encouraging people to turn their hearts toward God. Though he possessed no wealth, learning, or social position, his sincerity and holiness gradually won the respect of those who encountered him. He finally arrived in the city of Trani, where his earthly pilgrimage came to an end. Nicholas died in 1094 at only nineteen years of age. Yet almost immediately after his death, reports of miracles began to spread. The people of Trani quickly recognized the sanctity of the young pilgrim they had come to know and love, and devotion to him grew rapidly throughout the region. The Church honors Saint Nicholas Peregrinus as a reminder that holiness often appears in unexpected forms. His life demonstrates that God sometimes chooses the simple and overlooked to proclaim important spiritual truths. Though he left behind no writings and founded no religious order, his witness of prayer, humility, and devotion touched countless lives. Devotion to Saint Nicholas remains especially strong in Trani, where he is honored as the city's patron saint. His feast day on June 2 is celebrated with processions, prayers, and local festivities. For modern Catholics, Nicholas offers a powerful reminder that the Christian life itself is a pilgrimage toward heaven, and that the simplest prayer, faithfully repeated, can draw a soul ever closer to God. Saint Nicholas Peregrinus, humble pilgrim and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us. 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The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press [https://angeluspress.org/pages/our-apostolate], which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.   WHAT IS THE SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org [https://sspx.org/en]

Jun 1 – S Angela Merici

It's the Feast of St. Angela Merici, 3rd Class, with the color of White. In this episode: the meditation: "The Unity of the Three Persons", today's news from the Church: "The Second St. Ignatius: The Life of Fr. John Philip Roothaan, SJ", a preview of the Sermon: "Our Lady, Our Queen", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org SOURCES USED TODAY: * "The Unity of the Three Persons" — Eastertide Day by Day * https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day [https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day] * "The Second St. Ignatius: The Life of Fr. John Philip Roothaan, SJ" (FSSPX.news) * https://sspx.org/en/news/second-st-ignatius-life-fr-john-philip-roothaan-sj-59094 [https://sspx.org/en/news/second-st-ignatius-life-fr-john-philip-roothaan-sj-59094] * "Our Lady, Our Queen" (SSPX Sermons) * SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonegYXBrLbQh2Cjr0SU5x7WGNyMO25cw] * Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast [https://sspxpodcast.com/sermons] * The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) * https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop [https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop] Please support our new project, the Archbishop Lefebvre Biography Audiobook! * Learn more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-Wp4MQdK2o] * Donate:https://sspx.gifts/audiobook [https://sspx.gifts/audiobook] Saint Angela Merici was a pioneer of Catholic education and one of the first women to recognize the importance of forming young girls in the faith during a time of great social change. She was born around 1474 near Lake Garda in northern Italy. Though she came from a farming family of modest means, Angela developed a deep love for prayer from an early age. The loss of both her parents while she was still young taught her to rely more completely on God and strengthened her desire for holiness. As a young woman, Angela joined the Third Order of Saint Francis and devoted herself to a life of prayer, penance, and works of charity. She spent years caring for the sick, helping the poor, and guiding young women in the spiritual life. During this period, she became increasingly aware of a growing need within society. Many girls received little education or religious formation, leaving them vulnerable both materially and spiritually. Angela believed that the renewal of Christian society would begin in the home and that mothers and young women needed a strong foundation in the faith. In 1535, she founded the Company of Saint Ursula, a revolutionary new form of religious life. Unlike traditional nuns who lived in enclosed convents, Angela's companions remained active in the world, teaching, mentoring, and helping young women while living lives dedicated to God. This became the beginning of the Ursuline Order, which would later spread throughout the world. What made Angela remarkable was her vision. Centuries before formal systems of education became common, she recognized that teaching children was one of the most important apostolates of the Church. She urged her followers to lead through love rather than harshness, encouraging patience, kindness, and personal example. The Church honors Saint Angela Merici as a patroness of educators, teachers, and those engaged in the formation of youth. Her work helped lay the foundation for generations of Catholic schools and educational ministries. Devotion to Saint Angela remains especially strong among the Ursulines and in Catholic schools around the world. Her feast day on May 31 is often marked with prayers for teachers, students, and families. For countless Catholics who were taught by devoted religious sisters, Angela's influence continues to be felt. Her life reminds us that education is more than the transmission of knowledge. It is the formation of souls for heaven. Saint Angela Merici, devoted teacher and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us. PLEASE SUPPORT THIS APOSTOLATE WITH 1-TIME OR MONTHLY DONATION >> [https://sspx.gifts/collections/frontpage/products/sspx-podcast] - - - - - - EXPLORE MORE: * Subscribe to the email version of this Devotional [https://us13.campaign-archive.com/home/?u=c98bae64255bbd7d863e838ec&id=7e99fe6b53]- it's a perfect companion! * Subscribe to this Podcast [https://sspx-podcast.captivate.fm/listen]to receive this and all our audio episodes * Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/c/SSPXNewsEnglish?sub_confirmation=1]for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons * FSSPX News Website:https://fsspx.news [https://fsspx.news/en] * Visit the US District website:https://sspx.org/ [https://sspx.org/] WHAT IS THE SSPX PODCAST? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press [https://angeluspress.org/pages/our-apostolate], which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.   WHAT IS THE SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org [https://sspx.org/en]