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It's a Feria / Mass of the Ascension, 4th Class, with the color of White. In this episode: the meditation: "The Holy Ghost: Source of Peace", today's news from the Church: "The Official Website for the July 1 Consecrations Is Now Online", a preview of the Sermon: "Why did Our Lord Ascend Into Heaven?", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org

Sources Used Today:

• "The Holy Ghost: Source of Peace" — Eastertide Day by Day
  • https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day
  
  
• "The Official Website for the July 1 Consecrations Is Now Online" (FSSPX.news)
  • https://fsspx.news/en/news/official-website-july-1-consecrations-now-online-59140
  
  
• "Why did Our Lord Ascend Into Heaven?" (SSPX Sermons)
  • SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist
  • Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast
  
  
• The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press)
  • https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop
  
  

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Saint Cristóbal Magallanes was a Mexican priest and martyr who gave his life during one of the most violent persecutions of the Church in modern history. He was born in 1869 in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, into a poor and hardworking family. Raised in a deeply Catholic environment, he developed a strong faith from an early age and eventually discerned a vocation to the priesthood.

After his ordination, Father Cristóbal became known as a devoted pastor, especially concerned with the spiritual and material needs of the poor. He founded schools, catechetical programs, and even a seminary to help form future priests at a time when the Church in Mexico faced increasing hostility from the government. His ministry combined practical charity with a firm commitment to preserving the Catholic faith.

The political climate in Mexico grew increasingly dangerous in the early twentieth century. Anti-Catholic laws restricted worship, suppressed religious communities, and targeted priests. This persecution eventually erupted into the Cristero War, during which many faithful Catholics suffered for openly practicing their religion.

Father Cristóbal did not take up arms, but he refused to abandon his priestly duties. Even under threat, he continued celebrating the sacraments and encouraging the faithful to remain steadfast. In 1927, he was falsely accused of supporting rebellion against the government. Arrested along with another priest, he faced execution calmly and with deep faith.

Before his death, Fat