Saint of the Day
St. Thomas the Apostle
Thomas, called Didymus ("the Twin"), was one of the twelve apostles. He is best known for his initial refusal to believe in the resurrection without physical proof, and for his subsequent profession of faith — "My Lord and my God" — when Jesus appeared to him. According to tradition, Thomas carried the gospel east to Persia and India, where he founded churches that still bear his name today. He is believed to have been martyred near Madras, India. He is the patron saint of India and of those who doubt.
Scripture Reading
John 20:28-29
Thomas answered him, "My Lord and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."
Reflection
Thomas's doubt gave way to the most complete confession in the Gospels — "My Lord and my God." His struggle was not condemned but met. Yet Jesus turns toward us with a special blessing: those who have not seen and yet believed. The faith we exercise across the centuries, without physical sight, is precious to God. Our belief is not second-class because it is unseen.
Prayer for Today
We are very thankful, God, for the good times we have with our families. Thank You for allowing us to enjoy each other's company. Thank You for giving us time to spend with them each day.
Preserve our good relationships, Father, whenever we are with our beloved families. Let peace reign in our homes and let compassion fill each of our hearts. Teach us what it is to experience real joy and enable us to show each other what this means.
Lord, You are our Prince of Peace and the One that guards our hearts. May You always remind us to be peacemakers, especially within our families. Protect us from hateful thoughts, and let us not be the reason for causing chaos in our homes. Guide us each
day as we walk through life with our families, wherever each of us may be. All these we ask in Your Name, Amen.
Preserve our good relationships, Father, whenever we are with our beloved families. Let peace reign in our homes and let compassion fill each of our hearts. Teach us what it is to experience real joy and enable us to show each other what this means.
Lord, You are our Prince of Peace and the One that guards our hearts. May You always remind us to be peacemakers, especially within our families. Protect us from hateful thoughts, and let us not be the reason for causing chaos in our homes. Guide us each
day as we walk through life with our families, wherever each of us may be. All these we ask in Your Name, Amen.
Amen.