Happy feast day of St. Leo the Great!

Guide me, Lord, along the everlasting way. (Ps 139) #DailyPsalm

His disciples recalled the words of Scripture, Zeal for your house will consume me. (Jn 2) #DailyGospel

On the Dedication of St. John Lateran, the first basilica of Rome, we celebrate our unity with the Holy Father and offer him our prayers. Today, we are also reminded that we are a living house of God and provide a fitting dwelling place if we are pure, faithful, and charitable.

Your challenge this week is twofold: First, find out when the anniversary of the dedication of your parish is, and make it a point to visit on that day. And second, make a plan to make a pilgrimage to our Diocesan cathedral, the Cathedral of St. Thomas More in Arlington!

The waters of the river gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High! (Ps 46) #DailyPsalm

The person who is trustworthy in very small matters is also trustworthy in great ones; and the person who is dishonest in very small matters is also dishonest in great ones. (Lk 16) #DailyGospel

Hope is to bear witness that the earth can truly resemble heaven. This is the message of the Jubilee.

Jesus calls us to be trustworthy not only in extraordinary situations but in small matters as well. With his grace, may all those we love, know, and meet consistently find us to be trustworthy. What a wonderful reputation to have, especially in the sight of God!

I will praise your name for ever, Lord. (Ps 145) #DailyPsalm

For the children of this world are more prudent in dealing with their own generation than the children of light. (Lk 16) #DailyGospel

The world needs honest and courageous entrepreneurs and communicators who care for the common good. We sometimes hear the saying: “Business is business!” In reality, it is not so. No one is absorbed by an organization to the point of becoming a mere cog or a simple function. Nor can there be true humanism without a critical sense, without the courage to ask questions: "Where are we going? For whom and for what are we working? How are we making the world a better place?"

On the day Our Lord calls us to himself, he will not mercifully judge us according to what we have accumulated but, rather, to what we have given away. Pause each day and examine if you are being a good steward of God’s gifts, including the help you provide to those in need.

The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power. (Ps 98) #DailyPsalm

Rejoice with me because I have found the coin that I lost.' In just the same way, I tell you, there will be rejoicing among the angels of God over one sinner who repents.' (Lk 15) #DailyGospel

The Catholic Diocese of Arlington is currently hiring for several critical roles, including Director of Appeals and Senior Director of Family, Marriage, and Respect Life Office. Visit arlingtondiocese.org/human-r… now to apply to be part of the team!

During the month of November, we pray in particular for the eternal repose of the faithful departed. May the Risen Lord show them His mercy, and may the hope brought by our faith in the Resurrection keep our eyes and our hearts turned towards the joy of Heaven. #GeneralAudience

The Diocese of Arlington’s first Week of Service is Nov. 9-16! Join parish projects putting “Love in Action” through the works of mercy. 💙 bit.ly/4nDDECg

On episode #165 of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge shares how our parishes and Catholic Charities are stepping up to support those in need during what has become the longest-ever federal government shutdown, calls the faithful to action and prayer for all newly elected officials, extends an invitation to celebrate the heroic witness of Black Catholics on the way to sainthood, and reflects on the Diocesan Week of Service. Listen now: arlingtondiocese.org/2025/11…

Sometimes we go astray, head in the wrong direction, and get lost in life. At those moments, Jesus the Good Shepherd promises to search us out and to bring us back into his fold and loving embrace. Jesus never gives up on us. So, never give up on yourself!