Ascension Catholic Church

ASCENSION DAILY PRAYER June 6, 2026

Beloved:
I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus,
who will judge the living and the dead,
and by his appearing and his kingly power:
proclaim the word;
be persistent whether it is convenient or inconvenient;
convince, reprimand, encourage through all patience and teaching.
For the time will come when people will not tolerate sound doctrine
but, following their own desires and insatiable curiosity,
will accumulate teachers and will stop listening to the truth
and will be diverted to myths.
But you, be self-possessed in all circumstances;
put up with hardship;
perform the work of an evangelist;
fulfill your ministry. For I am already being poured out like a libation,
and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have competed well;
I have finished the race; I have kept the faith.
From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me,
which the Lord, the just judge,
will award to me on that day, and not only to me,
but to all who have longed for his appearance. 2 TIMOTHY 4: 1-8

In this emotional scripture, which is the first reading for today’s Mass, St. Paul delivers his poignant farewell to his spiritual son, Timothy. He solemnly charges Timothy to preach the Gospel boldly, despite a world that turns away from truth. Paul then reflects on his own life of ministry, expressing serene confidence in the eternal reward of his faith

This passage is a meditation on the universal call to holiness. It challenges every Catholic to evaluate how we handle the "deposit of faith," to stand firm in times of confusion, and to live daily with eternity in mind. Lord, may I always act and speak Your truth. AMEN

ASCENSION DAILY PRAYER June 2, 2026
JUNE IS THE MONTH OF THE SACRED HEART

May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ
enlighten the eyes of our hearts,
that we may know what is the hope
that belongs to his call. Ephesians 1: 17-18
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

In Catholic tradition, June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This devotion centers on the physical heart of Christ as a symbol of His boundless, passionate love, compassion, and mercy for humanity.

The devotion dates back to the 17th-century private revelations of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in France. In these visions, Jesus revealed His heart as a burning furnace of love, often depicted surrounded by a crown of thorns and topped with a cross. Through these apparitions, Jesus offered His "Twelve Promises," assuring abundant graces and spiritual comfort to those who honor His heart.

The Sacred Heart is an enduring reminder that Christ never stops pursuing us. Like the Good Shepherd, He seeks out the lost, offering forgiveness even when the world is marked by indifference.

O most holy heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing, I adore you, I love you, and with lively sorrow for my sins, I offer you this poor heart of mine. Make me humble, patient, pure and wholly obedient to your will. AMEN

ASCENSION DAILY PRAYER May 31, 2026
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
First Sunday after Pentecost

Glory to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit;
to God who is, who was, and who is to come. Revelation 1: 8
R. Alleluia, alleluia.

Quote:
“Father,” “Son,” “Holy Spirit” are not simply names designating modalities of the divine being, for they are really distinct from one another: “He is not the Father who is the Son, nor is the Son he who is the Father, nor is the Holy Spirit he who is the Father or the Son” (Council of Toledo XI (675)). They are distinct from one another in their relations of origin: “It is the Father who generates, the Son who is begotten, and the Holy Spirit who proceeds” (Lateran Council IV (1215)). The divine Unity is Triune.~Catechism of the Catholic Church #254

In Sacred Scripture and Church teaching, God’s attributes and existence can be summed up as Love. “God is love” (1 John 4:8). Love cannot exist without a giver, a receiver, and the love that unites them. Hence, it is the very nature of God to love perfectly, to receive love perfectly, and to be love itself. In the Holy Trinity, the Father loves the Son, the Son loves the Father, and this mutual love is personified in the Holy Spirit.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made…I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. AMEN

ASCENSION DAILY PRAYER May 30, 2026
MEMORIAL OF ST. JOAN OF ARC
PATRON OF SOLDIERS AND FRANCE

Beloved, remember the words spoken beforehand
by the Apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Build yourselves up in your most holy faith; pray in the Holy Spirit.
Keep yourselves in the love of God
and wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ
that leads to eternal life.
On those who waver, have mercy;
save others by snatching them out of the fire;
on others have mercy with fear,
abhorring even the outer garment stained by the flesh. JUDE 17, 21-23

In a world full of noise and uncertainty, St. Joan of Arc reminds us what it means to listen to God's voice with courage and act with unwavering faith, even when the world doesn’t understand us.
Though she was young and untrained, she led armies and inspired a nation, all because she trusted in the divine call placed in her heart.

What is God asking of you today?
Maybe it's not leading troops into battle , but it might be standing up for truth, forgiving someone, or staying faithful when it’s hard.

“I am not afraid… I was born to do this.” – St. Joan of Arc

St. Joan of Arc, pray that we may be brave, faithful, and open to God’s will in our lives. Pray for us. AMEN (EWTN)

ASCENSION DAILY PRAYER May 29, 2026
Memorial of Saint Paul VI, Pope
1897–1978
Patron Saint of Vatican Council II
Canonized by Pope Francis on October 14, 2018

And so I say to you, you are Peter,
and upon this rock I will build my Church,
and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it.
I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven.
Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven;
and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” MATTHEW 16: 18-19

On October 11, 1962, Pope John XXIII formally opened the Second Vatican Council. In less than a year, however, the pope would die of stomach cancer. The pope’s vision for the council was to bring the ancient faith of the Church into closer connection to the modern world. He foresaw a new Pentecost, or a new springtime for the Church. The Holy Father also wanted to reach beyond the Catholic Church to seek greater union with people of all faiths and those with no faith at all. Though the central mission of the Church was to preach the saving message of Jesus Christ, he also saw the Church as a necessary institution sent by God to assist all peoples with the emerging issues of the day, such as modernization, communism, economic progress, war, and poverty. The Church needed to be an active force within every human and societal structure.

After the death of Pope John XXIII, Pope Paul VI was elected on June 21, 1963. As pope, he re-opened and presided over the remaining sessions of the Second Vatican Council and oversaw the implementation of its schema. He also implemented new liturgical rites for the sacraments and a new liturgical calendar. Pope Paul VI was the first traveling pope, making apostolic journeys to seventeen different countries. During his journeys, he challenged churches and nations to address world peace, social justice, poverty, illiteracy, ecumenism, and world unity. Pope Saint Paul VI was one of the first popes to face the many challenges and blessings that have come from modernization. He sought to keep the ancient faith of the Church ever ancient while also making it ever new and relevant to a world in need. He sought unity among Christians, peace among nations, and respect for the dignity of all. Pope Saint Paul VI, pray for us