St Thomas Becket a martyr

Today is the feast of a Bishop who was murdered in 1170 in Canterbury Cathedral.   As he was about to be murdered he said: "I am ready to die for my Lord, that in my blood the Church may obtain liberty and peace."  He was a martyr for his faith and made a saint three years later. To learn more about his life this short video. 

Today there are still people who stand up and are willing to die for their faith.  The charity Aid to the Church in Need works tirelessly to help those who are being persecuted for their faith.  

And today's Nunc Dimittis - Simeon's song of praise which is sung acapella VOCES8: Nunc Dimittis - Paul Smith