May 6, Fifth Sunday of Easter
Feast of Saints MARIAN AND JAMES (d North Africa, 259), Martyrs
Little is known about them except that Marian (male) was a lector
and James a deacon, who were both killed for refusing to give up
their faith during the persecutions of the Emperor Valerian.
[Once again, unable to find any images online for the saintS of the day.]
Readings for today's Mass: usccb.org/bible/readings/050612.cfm
AT THE VATICAN TODAY
Regina caeli - The Holy Father reflected on today's Gospel about Jesus being the true vine, of which
the faithful are branches who must always be united with him through the Sacraments and charity.
He reminded the faithful that the VII World Encounter of Families will open on three weeks in
Milan, at which, God willing, he will be present for the concluding days. He took note of the annual
rally by the Italian-based association 'Meter' in behalf of child victims of abuse.
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