Saint life from Butler
Thursday, July 16th
Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a Marian feast rather than a single saint’s life. It is strongest when read as the history of the Carmelite feast and the later growth of scapular devotion around it.
Traditional liturgical calendar
The saint life above follows Butler's calendar. The Church observance below follows the traditional liturgical calendar, so the names may differ.
Commemoration: Our Lady of Mount Carmel (IV class, White)
Resume a novena in progress, or begin the featured novena for this day.
New to novenas? Start with the short guide.
Seasonal litany: pray Litany of the Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Featured novena
St. Alexius
For humility, freedom from anxiety, trust in God, and hidden holiness.
Traditionally invoked for humility, anxiety, and trust in God.
Coming next
St. Odilia Begin this day to finish July 24. Or begin on the traditional feast window, July 9 through July 18.
Prepare for confession
Pray before confession, examine quietly, and remember the older formula.
Prayer companion
Open prayers organized for daily use, the Rosary, confession, and familiar Catholic devotions.