March 20, 2026, Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, Holy Rosary (Sorrowful Mysteries)

Friends of the Rosary,Today, March 20, a day after the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, is the memorial of St. John Nepomucene (1340-1393), a priest of Bohemia who was martyred by King Wenceslaus IV because he refused to break the seal of confession.In the Gospel, it’s shown that the enemies of Christ have increased hostility, becoming more violent and more determined to kill the Author of Life.Our Lord, however, as He nears the end of His public life and awaits His hour, continues to teach in the temple during the day, and large crowds come to hear and admire Him.And while His enemies plot His downfall, Christ Jesus spends the nights in prayer on the Mount of Olives.The contrast between the character of Christ and that of His enemies could not be more pronounced.Back to today, we have to analyze whether we seek vengeance upon those who oppose us, or wish them evil, and urge others to despise and condemn them. Or we leave our reputation in the hands of God and imitate Christ’s efforts to benefit those who hated and condemned Him.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play