Liturgical: 2 Sm 7:4-17; PS 89:4-5, 27-28, 29-30; Mk 4:1-20 The prophet Nathan conveyed his vision of an eternal kingdom to King David; For ever I will maintain my love for my servant.; Jesus tells and explains the parable of the seed falling on different types of soil.
Sanctoral: Francis de Sales, France +1622 patron saint against deafness; authors; Catholic press; confessors; deaf people; educators; journalists; teachers; writers
Human: 41 AD-the Roman Emperor Caligula, along with his wife and daughter, were murdered by conspirators, including a tribune of the Praetorian Guard. Caligula had teased him ruthlessly.; 76 AD birthday of the Emperor Hadrian in Spain.
Natural: Valentina may have discovered acanthus leaves (of Corinthian column fame) on the grounds of the Villa Magnolia
Quote: "Have patience with all things - but first with yourself. Never confuse your mistakes with your value as a human being. You are perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because you exist. And no amount of triumphs or tribulations can ever change that." -St. Francis de Sales
Today's Carpe Diem Snapshot: It's always a good idea to go for a stroll in Rome at golden hour (the hour before sunset). You never know what magic may be in store for you!
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