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  1. 2d ago

    The Vigil of All Saints (October 31) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the All Hallows Eve, the Vigil of All Saints, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.The Vigil of All Saints, commonly known as All Hallows’ Eve, is observed on October 31, the eve of the great feast of All Saints, when the Church honors all the saints in Heaven, both those publicly canonized and the countless holy souls whose names are known to God alone. The word hallow means holy, and All Hallows’ Eve therefore signifies the evening before All Saints’ Day. Traditionally, this vigil was a time of spiritual preparation for the feast, calling the faithful to reflect upon the glory of Heaven, the triumph of the saints, and their own vocation to holiness. Thus, All Hallows’ Eve stands at the threshold of a sacred season in which the Church celebrates the saints in glory and remembers the faithful departed, while encouraging the living to persevere in the path that leads to eternal life.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: Photograph of an angel statue in a cemetery during All Hallowtide, location unknown

    The Vigil of All Saints (October 31) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  2. 3d ago

    Sts. Simon and Jude (October 28) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.Saints Simon and Jude were two of the twelve Apostles chosen by Our Lord Jesus Christ to preach the Gospel and bear witness to His Resurrection. St. Simon, called the Zealot, is traditionally said to have preached the Faith in Egypt, while St. Jude, also known as Thaddeus, evangelized in Mesopotamia. St. Jude is traditionally identified as the author of the Epistle of St. Jude, in which he exhorts Christians to persevere in the true Faith and resist false teachers. According to tradition, the two Apostles eventually preached together in Persia, where they suffered martyrdom for their faithfulness to Christ. Their feast is celebrated together on October 28, honoring their apostolic zeal, their courage in proclaiming the Gospel, and their steadfast devotion to Our Lord even unto death.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: “St. Simon and St. Jude” by ‘the English School’, 19th century

    Sts. Simon and Jude (October 28) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  3. 5d ago

    Pope St. Evaristus (October 26) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of Pope Saint Evaristus (reigned circa 99-108 AD), from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.Pope Saint Evaristus was the fifth successor of Saint Peter as Bishop of Rome, traditionally reigning from about 99 to 107 AD, during the reign of the Emperor Trajan. According to ancient tradition, he was of Greek origin and the son of a Jewish father from Bethlehem. He governed the Church during its early years, when Christians faced persecution and the Faith was spreading throughout the Roman Empire. Tradition credits him with organizing the churches of Rome into distinct parishes, appointing priests to serve them, and establishing regulations for the consecration of bishops. He is also traditionally honored as a martyr, having given his life in fidelity to Christ, although the historical details of his death are uncertain. The Church celebrates his feast on October 26 in the traditional Roman calendar, honoring his steadfast leadership and his service to the Church founded by Our Lord and entrusted to Saint Peter.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: Portrait of Pope St. Evaristus, from Chromolithograph in L. Tripepi, Portraits and biographies of the Roman pontiffs: from St. Peter to Leo XIII, Rome, Vaglimigli Davide, 1879.

    Pope St. Evaristus (October 26) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  4. 6d ago

    The Feast of Christ the King (last Sunday of October) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.The Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King celebrates the supreme kingship of Christ over all creation, nations, families, and individual souls. Though His kingdom is not of this world, His dominion extends over all earthly powers, for He is the eternal Son of God, through whom all things were made and by whose Precious Blood mankind has been redeemed. Instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925, the feast calls upon individuals and nations alike to acknowledge the rightful authority of Christ and to submit themselves to His divine law, recognizing that true peace and lasting order can be found only under His sovereign rule. It also reminds the faithful that Christ reigns not merely by power, but through truth, justice, mercy, and love, and that His kingdom, begun on earth through His Church, will reach its fullness in eternity, when every creature shall acknowledge His universal sovereignty and He shall reign forever as King of kings and Lord of lords.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: “Jesus Christ, King of the World” by Karl von Blaas (1815-1894)

    The Feast of Christ the King (last Sunday of October) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  5. Oct 24

    St. Raphael the Archangel (October 24) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of the Archangel Saint Raphael, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.Saint Raphael the Archangel is one of the seven holy angels who stand before the throne of God and is especially honored as a guide, protector, and healer. His name means “God heals,” and his mission is most fully revealed in the Book of Tobias, where he accompanies the young Tobias on his journey, protects him from danger, helps him obtain the remedy that restores his father Tobit's sight, and guides him toward a blessed marriage with Sara. At the conclusion of his mission, Raphael reveals his angelic identity and declares that he offered the prayers of Tobias and his family before the throne of God. Through these works of divine providence, Saint Raphael is venerated as the patron of travelers, the sick, physicians, and those seeking a holy marriage. His feast, traditionally celebrated on October 24, reminds the faithful of the loving care that God exercises over His children through the ministry of His holy angels.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: “Tobias Meets the Archangel Raphael” by Andrea Vaccaro c.1640

    St. Raphael the Archangel (October 24) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  6. Oct 22

    The Shedding of Christ’s Blood (Chapter 10) — Explanation of the Holy Mass by Fr. Martin von Cochem

    Chapter 10 of ‘The Explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass’ by Fr. Martin von Cochem: "In the Holy Mass the Shedding of Christ’s Blood is Renewed".'Explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass' by Fr. Martin von Cochem is a classic 17th-century Catholic devotional work that passionately and engagingly explains the immense spiritual value, mystery, and supernatural power of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Drawing on Scripture, the Church Fathers, and mystical theology, Cochem portrays the Mass as a re-presentation of Christ’s sacrifice on Calvary, a source of infinite grace, and the highest act of worship that unites heaven and earth. Through vivid anecdotes, historical insights, and practical exhortations, von Cochem urges Catholics to attend Mass with fervent attention, revealing its "incredible" merits such as remission of sins, protection from evil, and heavenly rewards, ultimately transforming routine participation into a life-altering encounter that divides one's existence into "before" and "after" this revelation, fostering a renewed zeal for Eucharistic worship.Father Martin von Cochem (1634–1712) was a German Capuchin friar, preacher, and spiritual writer renowned for his deep piety and his ability to explain the Catholic faith in clear and fervent language accessible to ordinary people. Born in Cochem on the Moselle River, he entered the Capuchin Order as a young man and devoted his life to pastoral work, preaching missions throughout Germany, and combating religious indifference in the wake of the Thirty Years’ War. His writings, composed in both Latin and German, include the Explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass, The Four Last Things, and The Life of Christ, all of which reflect his profound devotion to the Eucharist and his zeal for the salvation of souls. His works became spiritual classics, widely read among clergy and laity alike for their vivid imagery, theological clarity, and heartfelt appeal to deeper faith and reverence toward the mysteries of God. Note: The modern title of this work is "The Incredible Catholic Mass", published by TAN books, and currently under copyright. The original German title, published in the 17th century, was "Erklärung des heiligen Meßopfers", commonly translated as "Explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass" in English in the 18th and 19th centuries. This is the title that we will be using for this audiobook series on InPrincipio Podcast (at times abbreviated to 'Explanation of the Holy Mass' or other variations), and the text is that of the Benziger Brothers, New York, 1896. Link to the ‘Explanation of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass’ Audiobook playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkgm1BUAsp5JndFfo4WZABrFIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: The Most Precious Blood of Jesus, devotional imageMusic (Intro): “Sacred Garden” by Guilherme BernardesSource: Pixabay | License: Pixabay Content License — https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/Changes: noneMusic: “Ave Maria” (Gregorian chant), from Vesperae de Confessore non Pontifice in honor of Saint Vincent PallottiPerformed by Schola Gregoriana, Pallottine Seminary (Ołtarzew, Poland) | Conductor: Fr. Dariusz SmolarekLicense: CC BY-SA 3.0 — https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/Changes: noneExcept where otherwise noted, original content © InPrincipio Podcast.

    The Shedding of Christ’s Blood (Chapter 10) — Explanation of the Holy Mass by Fr. Martin von Cochem

  7. Oct 21

    St. Ursula (October 21) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of Saint Ursula, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.Saint Ursula is traditionally honored as a Christian virgin and martyr who lived during the early centuries of the Church. According to a medieval legend, she was a British princess who, together with a company of eleven thousand virgins, undertook a pilgrimage to Rome before returning toward her homeland. At Cologne, Germany, they were captured by the Huns, who sought to force them to abandon their Christian faith and purity. Ursula courageously refused the advances of their leader and was put to death, along with her companions, for her steadfastness in the Faith. Although the historical details of the legend are uncertain, the devotion to Saint Ursula and her companions became widespread throughout medieval Europe, and she came to be especially venerated as a model of virginal purity, courage, and fidelity to Christ even unto death.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: “Saint Ursula and her Companions” by Moretto da Brescia c.1537

    St. Ursula (October 21) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

  8. Oct 21

    St. Hilarion (October 21) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year

    A meditation for the Feast of Saint Hilarion, from Dom Guéranger’s “The Liturgical Year”, Volume V of the Time after Pentecost.Saint Hilarion (c. 291–371) was an early Christian monk and hermit, renowned for his holiness, austerity, and role in establishing monastic life in Palestine. Born near Gaza, he studied in Alexandria, where he embraced Christianity and was deeply impressed by the example of Saint Anthony the Great, the celebrated Egyptian hermit. After visiting Anthony in the desert, Hilarion returned to his homeland and devoted himself to a life of prayer, fasting, and solitude, attracting many disciples through his holiness and the miracles attributed to his intercession. Although he sought to remain hidden from the world, his reputation spread, and he became a father of monasticism in Palestine, establishing a tradition of religious life that influenced many others. In his later years, desiring greater solitude, he traveled through various lands before settling on the island of Cyprus, where he died in holiness. Saint Hilarion is honored as one of the great pioneers of Christian monasticism, whose life exemplified detachment from worldly pleasures and complete dedication to God.Please note that Servant of God Dom Prosper Guéranger went to his eternal reward in 1875; at this point, Volumes I-IX (Advent to Pentecost Saturday) had been completed, but Volumes X-XV (Trinity Sunday to Advent) had not yet been completed. Thus, the remaining readings of the Liturgical Year (including this reading), from Trinity Sunday until Advent, were not directly authored by Dom Prosper, but were the work of his disciple Dom Lucien Fromage. Dom Prosper Guéranger's The Liturgical Year, a monumental fifteen-volume work, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Catholic Church’s liturgical calendar, guiding readers through the spiritual and historical richness of the Church’s worship. Written in the 19th century, the series provides daily meditations, historical context, and liturgical texts for the Mass and Divine Office, covering the entire cycle of seasons—Advent, Christmas, Lent, Passiontide, Easter, and the Time after Pentecost—as well as feast days of saints. Guéranger’s work, rooted in a deep contemplative spirit, aims to immerse the faithful in the Church’s prayerful life, emphasizing the unity of faith through the axiom lex orandi, lex credendi ("the law of prayer is the law of belief"), and remains a cherished resource for Catholics seeking to deepen their spiritual lives. Dom Prosper Guéranger (1805–1875) was a French Benedictine monk, liturgical scholar, and founder of the Solesmes Abbey, renowned for his pivotal role in reviving the Benedictine Order in France and restoring the Roman liturgy after the disruptions of the French Revolution. Born in Sablé-sur-Sarthe, he entered the priesthood in 1827 and, inspired by a vision to restore monastic life, reestablished the Benedictine community at Solesmes in 1833, becoming its first abbot. A staunch defender of ultramontanism and traditional Catholic worship, he also championed the revival of Gregorian chant, significantly influencing the liturgical renewal movement.Link to the Dom Guéranger's Liturgical Year playlist (updated daily): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZKdyYnV_bkh7rH6piW0ShgsdcefFoOvJIf you would like to support this channel:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InprincipioPodcast PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=U5EZ9X2CE2V7W Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/InPrincipioPodcast Zelle: inprincipiopodcast@gmail.com; or search for Zelle tag “inprincipiopodcast”  Checks may be written out to ‘InPrincipio Podcast’ and mailed to: P.O. Box 117 Cedar Ridge, CA 95924Sincere thanks to all who are able to contribute, by your prayers, your patronage, or otherwise. Your support sustains this work and helps make these readings available to others.Artwork: “St. Hilarion” from the Menologion of Basil II c. 985 AD

    St. Hilarion (October 21) — From Dom Guéranger’s Liturgical Year
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    InPrincipio
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    585
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © InPrincipio
  • Show Website
    InPrincipio Podcast

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