St Bede the Venerable, monk of Jarrow and first English Doctor of the Church, shines as a model of holiness, learning, and fidelity. Though he never left his monastery, his writings shaped Christian Europe. His life fulfilled today’s readings: faithful preaching, humble labour, and light set on a candlestick. In this Rogationtide, let us imitate his love of truth and pray for a renewal of sound doctrine and monastic fervour in our time. St Bede, pray for us.

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