March 28, 2025 – Friday of the Third Week of Lent
Saint Alphonsus Liguori, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and a Doctor of the Church, offers valuable lessons and insights that transcend time and continue to inspire people around the world.
Born in Naples, Italy, in the 18th century, Alphonsus dedicated his life to serving God, promoting devotion to Mary, and advocating for moral theology and spiritual guidance.
Here are 12 things we can learn from the life and teachings of St. Alphonsus Liguori:
The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord is one of the most profound and beautiful feasts in the Church’s liturgical calendar. Celebrated today - 25th March, - precisely nine months before Christmas, it marks the moment when the Angel Gabriel announced to the Blessed Virgin Mary that she had been chosen to be the Mother of God.
This
feast is not only a celebration of Christ’s Incarnation but also a
meditation on the response of Mary - her faith, her obedience, and
her humility. It is a moment that encapsulates God’s divine plan
and the cooperation of humanity through the willing consent of one
humble young woman.