The riches of the Holy Eucharist in sacrifice and sacrament.
August 21, 2025
Saint Pius X
Dear Family of Mary!
Today is the Memorial of Saint Pius X, who reigned as Pope from 1903 to 1914. Due to the confusion in the Church that was rampant during his time, Pope Pius X focused on restoring truth in the hearts of the faithful. He wrote the encyclical Pascendi Dominici Gregis, also known as “Feeding the Lord’s Flock,” which was published in 1907. This encyclical addressed the dangers of Modernism within the Catholic Church, outlining its tenets and calling for its eradication. He also wrote a “question and answer” Catechism which was a powerful guide and protection to the faithful during that time of confusion. He had a deep devotion to the Eucharist, and helped the faithful to re-focus on Jesus, present for them in this Sacrament. We need the intercession of St. Pius today, for we live in similar times!
Our Lady is doing a very similar work. She has consistenly directed us to her Son, especially present in the Eucharist. Here is one such message she gave to us:
June 2, 2012
“Dear children, I am continuously among you because, with my endless love, I desire to show you the door of Heaven. I desire to tell you how it is opened: through goodness, mercy, love and peace – through my Son.
Therefore, my children, do not waste time on vanities. Only knowledge of the love of my Son can save you. Through that salvific love and the Holy Spirit He chose me and I, together with Him, am choosing you to be apostles of His love and will.
My children, great is the responsibility upon you. I desire that by your example you help sinners regain their sight, enrich their poor souls and bring them back into my embrace. Therefore, pray, pray, fast and confess regularly.
If receiving my Son in the Eucharist is the center of your life then do not be afraid, you can do everything.
I am with you. Every day I pray for the shepherds and I expect the same of you. Because, my children, without their guidance and strengthening through their blessing, you cannot do it. Thank you.”
May we put Jesus in the Eucharist at the center of our lives, and then live without fear the true faith for all to see!!
Here is a novena prayer to St. Pius X that we could pray today!
Novena Prayer to St. Pius X:
Glorious Pope of the Eucharist, St. Pius X,
you sought to restore all things in Christ.
Obtain for me a true love of Jesus
so that I may live only for him.
Help me to acquire a lively fervor
and a sincere will to strive for sanctity of life,
and that I may avail myself
of the riches of the Holy Eucharist in sacrifice and sacrament.
By your love for Mary, Mother and Queen of all,
inflame my heart with tender devotion to her.
Blessed model of the priesthood,
obtain for us holy, dedicated priests,
and increase vocations to the religious life.
Dispel confusion and hatred and anxiety,
and incline our hearts to peace and concord,
so that all nations will place themselves
under the sweet reign of Christ. Amen.
(Mention your intention here…).
Saint Pius X, Pray for us.
(Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be…)
Jesus, in the Blessed Sacrament, I adore you!!
In Jesus, Mary and Joseph,
Cathy Nolan
Mary TV.TV
