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Wednesday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time Optional Memorial of St. Lawrence of Brindisi, 1559-1619; Franciscan Capuchin known for his gift of languages, which allowed him to study the Bible in its original texts and preach to the Jews of Italy; elected minister general of the Capuchins in 1602; papal emissary and peacemaker Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 7/21/21 Gospel: Matthew 13:1-9