The parable of the talents
(Speculum humanae salvationis, XV c.)
Saturday, August 30
Liturgical Color: Green
On this day in 1884 Pope Leo XIII issued
the encyclical Superiore Anno urging all
the faithful to pray the rosary for the
Church. He said in times of trial, the
Rosary is the best way to gain God’s
blessings for the Church and her
members.