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Saint Patrick, Bishop or Monday in the 2nd week of Lent
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Liturgy of the Hours Vol. II:
Antiphon: 1043
Psalm: 1298
Christian Prayer:
Antiphon: 687
Psalm: 820
Lord, open my lips.
— And my mouth will proclaim your praise.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
Psalm 67
O God, be gracious and bless us
and let your face shed its light upon us.
So will your ways be known upon earth
and all nations learn your saving help.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
Let the peoples praise you, O God;
let all the peoples praise you.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
Let the nations be glad and exult
for you rule the world with justice.
With fairness you rule the peoples,
you guide the nations on earth.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
Let the peoples praise you, O God;
let all the peoples praise you.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
The earth has yielded its fruit
for God, our God, has blessed us.
May God still give us his blessing
till the ends of the earth revere him.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son,
and to the Holy Spirit:
as it was in the beginning, is now,
and will be for ever. Amen.
Ant. Today if you hear the voice of the Lord, harden not your hearts.
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David T.
on March 17th, 2025 at 11:15
Pray for the repose of the souls of Msgr Philip,Msgr Kirk,Fr Neil,Fr Eric,Fr Arnold,Fr John,Fr Arturo, Dcn Mac,Sister Anne-Elizabeth,Sister Katherine,Sister Sarah,Bill,John,Ed,James,Bud,Shawn,Steve, Rock,Archie,Donna,Judy,Billy,Shirley,Elena,Carol,Charlotte,Florence,Chrlsey,Rosemary RIP
David T.
on March 17th, 2025 at 11:08
Healing-Pope Francis,Fr Mike,Sister Paulea,Miguel,Missy,Grace,Noel,Joe V,Joan,Joe R,Otto,Luke,Larry, Katy,Krystal,Kathy R,Jeff,John,Barbara,Christina,Sophie,Jackie,Lyndon,Laura,Jill,Suzy,my aunt,my uncle, OCDS family,Knights of Columbus family,Jake,Olivia,Hannah,Daniel,Freddy
David T.
on March 17th, 2025 at 11:02
Prayers-Fr Mark,Fr Richard,Fr Jesus,Fr David,Fr James,Fr Joseph,Fr Charles,Fr Luis,Fr Soney,Fr Jerry, Fr Pat,Fr Ted,Fr Earl,Fr Mike,Fr Joe,Fr Chris,Fr D,Fr Austin,Fr Marion,Fr Mark-Mary,Fr Matlack, Dcn Manuel,Dcn Manny,Dcn Gary,Dcn Will,Dcn,Ernie,Dcn Glenn,Sister Sheila,
Rhonda G.
on March 17th, 2025 at 10:23
Lord, Thank You for the Graces, Blessings and Gifts from All Your Angels and Saints, especially St. Patrick. JMJ, pray for us. Amen
Sarah C.
on March 17th, 2025 at 9:10
Please pray for the relationship between my granddaughter and me. I pray her heart will soften and things can go back to like it was.
Mary
on March 17th, 2025 at 7:56
Lifting up my daughter, dedicated mother of 2, who never seems to get enough rest. She is currently fighting cough, congestion and exhaustion, having to take time off work to take care of sick toddler and herself. Praying God will hear her and restore her health and give her rest.
Mary
on March 17th, 2025 at 7:42
Full of anxiety, I feel like Peter in the raging sea, trying not to be swept up in the storms around me. Praying that God will make a way for us as we try to figure out where we will live, and make peace with all the taxes/charges that go along with selling/buying a new home, and moving.
Jacqueline
on March 17th, 2025 at 7:31
For healing and comfort for my daughter-in-law Jenna as she has to undergo a D&C today to remove the remains of her miscarriage. Lord, please guide the hands of the surgeon and the rest of the staff as they care for her. And comfort for my son, who is also devastated at their loss.
Lei
on March 17th, 2025 at 6:26
For Justin Scott and I to be able to review well for our exams and pass them and for Justin to be drawn closer to the Lord, able to realize God's unconditional love.
Georgene
on March 17th, 2025 at 0:12
Lord, through the intercession of Your Divine Son and Your angels and saints, bring comfort through the presence and hands of Hospice workers to Your suffering servant, Bruce. And, if it is Your will, allow him the grace of a speedy and graceful death. Amen.
Georgene
on March 17th, 2025 at 0:08
Lord, through the intercession of Your Divine Son and Your angels and saints, I beg that Evan receive aid and comfort, and if it is Your will, the grace of a peaceful death. Amen
Georgene
on March 17th, 2025 at 0:05
Lord, through the intercession of Your Son and St. Francis of Assisi, bring comfort to Your suffering servant, Pope Francis. Amen
Margaret R.
on March 16th, 2025 at 21:38
In honour of Br Kevin's birthday today. For thanksgiving to almighty God for the birth of this talented and dedicated altar server and Legion of Mary. May Jesus and our Blessed Mother grant him birthday blessings, protection, healing, success, and his needs. Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us.
darrin b.
on March 16th, 2025 at 20:08
Prayers for GH , First responders and all those in our Military....
Alice
on March 16th, 2025 at 20:03
Please pray for my brother Peter who starts a new job tomorrow.He’s very nervous. And if I can ask for prayers for my son Blaise who is sick with c.diff that he may tolerate the antibiotic he’s on and overcome this illness. Thank you!
[email protected]
on March 16th, 2025 at 13:11
for spiritual mothers in Church, precisely Mercedes Castiñeiras and Elsie.
rwilliams01
on March 16th, 2025 at 8:51
In thanksgiving for the Lord's goodness and protection during the travels of my daughter and me to historic Istanbul. I pray that in the future, all creatures of God may seek peace, and not become rancorous, when we discuss Mysteries.
IFEOMA
on March 16th, 2025 at 2:48
I pray that God should take over my life more completely in every detail and every level. I pray that you fill me up in my loneliness and that he will make an effort for me. Lord, help me to become who you want me to be. Let me not be carried away by activities, but let all I do stem from your will.
charles v.
on March 16th, 2025 at 1:12
Pray for granddaughter, Bella, in the third year of college. Her roommate has turned her on to pain killers. She is addicted and other sordid things. She had been doing well in school. Pray that a family member defunds her tuition etc. She will not acknowledge the addiction and isn't open to help.
Mark A.
on March 16th, 2025 at 0:00
Pray for the Repose of the Souls of JoAnne, Gustavo, Alicia, Joaquin, Javier, Mary, Nacho, Rosa, Patricia, Sam, Jessie, Rupert, Margaret, Francis, Elizabeth, Pete, Katherine, Evelyn, Joe, Bill, Steven, David, Feliciano, Marcie, and Globo. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord.
Russell
on March 16th, 2025 at 0:00
Prayers in Petition and Thanksgiving, My Special Intentions, For our Holy Father Pope Francis, For all the Clergy, For all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, For the Protection and Safety of the Unborn, For my Family, Exodus90 Brothers.
martha m.
on March 15th, 2025 at 21:50
My brother Arturo passed away this morning from leukemia. Please pray for his soul, that it may rest in peace. Thank you and God bless.
Nick S.
on March 15th, 2025 at 18:28
Please pray for all my family members, friends and mentors who are currently separated from Christ’s Church, that they may come home.
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