Universalis: Mass & Liturgy of the Hours The week ahead – from 26 October to 1 November
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Oct 25, 2025 Explore the lives of obscure apostles Simon and Jude, whose stories highlight the church's quieter week leading to All Saints Day. Delve into the celebration of both known and unknown saints, emphasizing the importance of every soul in the heavenly chorus. Discover the unique story of Alfonso Rodriguez, a humble servant whose quiet influence produced great fruits. Consider your own path to sainthood while embracing humility and avoiding spiritual pride. This week invites reflection on the glory of God shining through each person's journey.
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Obscure Apostles Still Matter
- The apostles Simon and Jude are historically obscure with only a few certain facts known about them.
- Martin Kohansky highlights that their minimal biographies still matter to the Church's memory.
All Saints As A Universal Feast
- All Saints Day celebrates every saint, known and unknown, canonised or not.
- Martin frames it as a tidal wave of remembrance that includes local and forgotten saints alike.
St. Otteron’s Forgotten Story
- Martin mentions St. Otteron as a barely known example who became patron of Waterford.
- He uses Otteron to show how local memory preserves otherwise unknown saints for all to celebrate.