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Thursday 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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Jennifer
on March 20th, 2025 at 18:44
Please pray for one of my parents and their spouse, both deeply involved in my parent's alcohol addiction, and a lack of faith. May I be loving and yet realize that the outcome is out of my hands, that I entrust them and myself to God.
Madeline P.
on March 20th, 2025 at 17:29
The love of my life passed away on 03/18/25. Fr Sang came and anointed him and he received the apostolic pardon before his passing. Thank you God for making Fr Sang available and for the blessing Jim has been in my life. I hope to be reunited with him with Jesus Master our Lord and savior.
Lisa C.
on March 20th, 2025 at 16:47
Abba Father, please help children living in wartorn areas all over the world. Give them blessings and grace to withstand the stress and fear they have. May peace come to the Middle East and Ukraine! We pray in Jesus' name, amen!
Blake E.
on March 20th, 2025 at 15:15
prayers please for David R. USA for his good intentions to find a spouse if it be God's will. For the intentions of Teresa N and family living and deceased; for Deacon R., Deacon A., Deacon to be Eric, for Deacon Titus as they all prepare for ordinatons; for their families.
c h.
on March 20th, 2025 at 11:27
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on March 20th, 2025 at 11:11
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on March 20th, 2025 at 11:07
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Mary
on March 20th, 2025 at 10:44
Abba Father, we thank & praise You for Your love, mercy & grace.We ask for Your provision for all seeking homes, especially for F & M and other elders who wish to serve you. Draw all families close to Jesus & protect all vulnerable ones & children. In Jesus’ Mighty Name we humbly pray. You are Love
Leandro C.
on March 20th, 2025 at 6:28
As yesterday was the feast of St. Joseph, it was also my late grandmothers birthday, and Fathers day in Portugal, remembering my late grandfather. Lord I pray, through the intercession of St Joseph, that you have mercy on them and protect my fathers heart as he mourns for the loss of two loved ones.
Mary
on March 20th, 2025 at 4:09
Lifting up in prayer my earthly mother, Carol, who is celebrating her 90th birthday today. She has always been a great guide in our faith as children, following the example of our Heavenly Mother, directing us to Jesus all the days of our lives. May she continue to be blessed and cared for by God.
Kelly R.
on March 19th, 2025 at 23:55
On the feast day of my heavenly friend, Saint Joseph, I ask for prayers of healing for myself, my marriage, and my family. I also ask for the grace of a happy death for myself and all those whom I love, especially my family. Thank you!
Filia
on March 19th, 2025 at 22:40
Papá José, Be with me this day, In my work and in my play. Amen.
gabigale
on March 19th, 2025 at 22:09
Father God, with Your healing hand, please touch my brother Gary and give the doctors at VA the graces and knowledge to care for him and all who come to them. In Jesus’ Name I pray. Amen
Bernadette T.
on March 19th, 2025 at 17:55
St. Joseph, foster father to Jesus, guardian & spouse of Mary, pray for us & our families! Amen
Mary
on March 19th, 2025 at 17:08
St. Joseph, I pray for a happy death for myself, my family and friends as well as all who pray here. Amen.
A.Therese T.
on March 19th, 2025 at 16:28
St.Monica, St, Joseph and all the Saints, please intercede for the repose of the soul of KM. With gratitude for his life, in the name of Jesus.
Austin
on March 19th, 2025 at 16:19
For success in my exams next month . God please help and bless me . Amen
Mary
on March 19th, 2025 at 11:28
Thanksgiving for prayers being answered. Great counselor that is helping me to walk bravely through my grief and get back into the light of life. God is good. Prayers for others who are stuck in grief and don't even realize it...that God would send them a helper that can lead them back into joy.
Mark A.
on March 19th, 2025 at 10:30
Oh, Blessed St. Joseph, Protect and bless the persecuted Christians in Syria, Nigeria, and throughout the world as you did with the Holy Family.
Alice
on March 19th, 2025 at 10:04
Please pray for my son Blaise as he’s struggling with c.diff symptoms and there’s no complications. Thank you.
Sally
on March 19th, 2025 at 9:47
Please pray for Lars (who is now in a Hospice Home) as he approaches the finish line, underneath the everlasting arms, that God alone would be glorified…… God bless us one and all. Thank You Blessed Lord for answered prayers. Ite ad Joseph.
Rhonda G.
on March 19th, 2025 at 9:33
Dear Lord, We lift-up All Families to Your Loving Mercy and Care, God's Will Be Done. St. Joseph, pray for us. Amen
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