Bernard of Clairvaux, Monastic and Theologian, 1153

Today we honor Bernard of Clairvaux, Cistercian abbot, mystic, and preacher, whose writings stirred hearts and rekindled monastic life in medieval Europe. He burned with divine love and clarity of purpose.

“…kindled with the flame of your love, became a burning and a shining light in your church…”

First Lesson: Song of Songs 1:1–8

Psalm: Psalm 139:1–9

Second Lesson: Jude 1-3

Gospel: Mark 10:23-31