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Our Daily Family Reflection features beautiful images, a scripture passage and a short inspiring reflection each and every day. If you need a reflection on the go, we also have a prayer app that includes a quote from Pope Francis. If you haven't already, sign up today!
Below lists recent Reflections that were published. You can share them with family and friends and use them as you gather together for a brief, yet meaningful,
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January 05, 2026
As mentioned in our final Daily Family Prayer on December 31, 2025, we've joined with our sister ministry, Catholic Mom, to offer a new family-focused Daily Gospel Reflection. A sample of the new daily email is included below. The reflections are written by priests, deacons, and lay men and women from across the country, representing various ages and different stages of their spiritual journey. Each brings their unique faith perspective to the Church's Daily Gospels.
December 31, 2025
“He shall rule the world with justice and the peoples with his constancy.” (Psalm 96:13)
December 30, 2025
“Do not love the world or the things of the world.” (I John 2:15)
December 29, 2025
“[W]hoever claims to abide in him ought to walk just as he walked.” (I John 2:6)
December 28, 2025
“Let the peace of Christ control your hearts.” (Colossians 3:15)
December 27, 2025
“We are writing this so that our joy may be complete.” (I John 1:4)
December 26, 2025
“You are my rock and my fortress; for your name's sake you will lead and guide me.” (Psalm 31:3)
December 25, 2025
“The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.” (John 1:14)
December 24, 2025
“The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore, the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God.” (Luke 1:35)
December 23, 2025
“O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law: come to save us, Lord our God!” (The Liturgical Antiphon for December 23)
December 22, 2025
“O King of all nations and keystone of the Church: come and save man, whom You formed from the dust!” (The Liturgical Antiphon for December 22)
December 21, 2025
“O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.” (The Liturgical Antiphon for December 21)
December 20, 2025
“...The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And coming to her, he said, “Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you.” (Luke 1:27-28)
December 19, 2025
“My mouth shall be filled with your praise, and I will sing your glory!” (Psalm 71:8)
December 18, 2025
“Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home. For it is through the Holy Spirit that this child has been conceived in her. She will bear a son and you are to name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:20-21)
December 17, 2025
“Thus the total number of generations from Abraham to David is fourteen generations; from David to the Babylonian exile, fourteen generations; from the Babylonian exile to the Christ, fourteen generations.” (Matthew 1:17)
December 16, 2025
“The Lord hears the cry of the poor.” (Psalm 34:2-3, 6-7, 17-18, 19 and 23)
December 15, 2025
“Show us, LORD, your love, and grant us your salvation.” (Psalm 85:8)
December 14, 2025
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad tidings to the poor.” (Isaiah 61:1) The Holy Spirit strengthens us to help others. Isaiah reminds us that God’s blessings aren’t just for us—they’re meant to be shared. Bringing good news means showing kindness and hope. As a family, let’s ask: How can we encourage others during this Advent season? How can we bring glad tidings to those we meet. Amen.
December 13, 2025
“Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: All flesh shall see the salvation of God.” (Luke 3:4, 6) John the Baptist call to “prepare the way” is a summons to conversion. Advent invites us to clear the clutter—resentment, pride, distractions—that block Christ’s path to our hearts. When we make room for God, our family benefits from the blessings. Today, let us ready our hearts for the Lord’s coming with joy. Amen.
December 12, 2025
“Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name him Jesus.” (Luke 1:30-31) Mary’s “yes” changed history. Her courage reminds us that faith often begins with trust, not certainty. God’s grace calls us to opening our hearts, even when the path seems unclear. Today, let us welcome Christ into our hearts with humility and hope, confident that God’s plan is always good. Amen.
December 11, 2025
“I am the LORD, your God, who grasp your right hand; It is I who say to you, “Fear not, I will help you.” (Isaiah 41:13)
December 10, 2025
“Jesus said to the crowds: "Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light."” (Matthew 11:28-30)
December 09, 2025
“If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine in the hills and go in search of the stray? And if he finds it, amen, I say to you, he rejoices more over it than over the ninety-nine that did not stray. In just the same way, it is not the will of your heavenly Father that one of these little ones be lost."” (Matthew 18:12-14)
December 08, 2025
“"Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you." But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. Then the angel said to her, "Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.” (Luke 1:26-38)
December 07, 2025
“May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that with one accord you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Romans 15:4-9)
December 06, 2025
“Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest."” (Matthew 9:35-38)
December 05, 2025
“Jesus passed by, two blind men followed him, crying out, ‘Son of David, have pity on us!’ When he entered the house, the blind men approached him and Jesus said to them, ‘Do you believe that I can do this?’ ‘Yes, Lord,’ they said to him.” (Luke 1:27-28) Yes, Lord, we believe in Your saving power. How easy is it for us to give You the big things in our lives, but not the small. Christ Jesus, teach our family to lean on You for all that we need. Place the words, “Yes, Lord, we believe You can do this,” always on our lips. Amen.
December 04, 2025
“Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.” (Matthew 7:24)
December 03, 2025
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. In verdant pastures he gives me repose; Beside restful waters he leads me; he refreshes my soul.” (Psalm 23:1-3)
