8 August – St. Dominic
Priest & Founder of the Order of Preachers

Born in 1170 in Spain, Dominic founded the Dominicans to combat heresy through preaching and study. He emphasized poverty, study, and apostolic zeal. Died in 1221. Canonized in 1234.

“To contemplate and to give to others the fruits of contemplation.”

The founder of the Order of Preachers — a model of study, preaching, and Dominican spirituality.

Lord Jesus, through the intercession of St. Dominic, grant us zeal for preaching, love for study, and the grace to share the fruits of contemplation.

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