Daily Prayer with the Divine Office

Memorial of St. Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: The holy virgins praise their Lord and King; come, let us join in their worship. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American...

Memorial of the Presentation of Mary Hymn Antiphon: Mary received a blessing from the Lord and loving kindness from God her savior. Psalm 24 Antiphon: The Most High has made his dwelling place a holy temple. Psalm 46 Antiphon: Glorious things are said of you, O Virgin Mary. Psalm 87 Verse: Blessed are those who hear the word of God. Resp: And cherish it in their hearts. First reading: Gal 3:22-4:7...

Memorial of the Presentation of Mary: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship Christ, the son of Mary. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background music: Albinoni...

Saturday of the Thirty-Third Week in Ordinary Time Hymn Antiphon: Whoever humbles himself, like a little child, will be greater in the kingdom of heaven. Psalm 131 Antiphon: With simplicity of heart, I have joyfully offered everything to you, my God. Psalm 132 Antiphon: The Lord has sworn an oath to David his kingdom will stand for ever. Psalm 132 Verse: Come, consider the works of the Lord. Resp:...

Saturday of the Thirty-Third Week in Ordinary Time: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship God who holds the world and its wonders in his creating hand. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the Ne...

Dedication of the Churches of Peter and Paul, apostles Hymn Antiphon: Their voice has gone out to the limits of the earth, their words to the ends of the world. Psalm 19A Antiphon: They proclaimed what God has done for us; they grasped the meaning of his deeds. Psalm 64 Antiphon: God's holiness was revealed by them; all nations saw God's glory. Psalm 97 Verse: They proclaimed the Lord's praises, t...

Dedication of the Churches of Peter and Paul, apostles: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship the Lord, the king of apostles. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Ba...

St Elizabeth of Hungary Hymn Antiphon: Her mouth uttered words of wisdom; her tongue spoke words of compassion. Psalm 19A Antiphon: Trusting themselves to God, these holy women sang his praises with heartfelt love. Psalm 45 Antiphon: Singing for joy, they are brought into the King's presence Psalm 45 Verse: The thoughts of my heart are always before you, O Lord. Resp: You are my help and my redeem...

St Elizabeth of Hungary: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Let us sing praise to God as we acclaim St. Elizabeth Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background music: Albinoni - Con...

St Margaret of Scotland Hymn Antiphon: Her mouth uttered words of wisdom; her tongue spoke words of compassion. Psalm 19A Antiphon: Trusting themselves to God, these holy women sang his praises with heartfelt love. Psalm 45 Antiphon: Singing for joy, they are brought into the King's presence Psalm 45 Verse: The thoughts of my heart are always before you, O Lord. Resp: You are my help and my redeem...

St Margaret of Scotland: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Let us sing praise to God as we acclaim St. Margaret Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background music: Albinoni - Conc...

St. Albert the Great, bishop and doctor Hymn Antiphon: If anyone wishes to be first, he must become the last and the servant of all. Psalm 21 Antiphon: When the prince of pastors comes again, you will receive from him an unfading crown of glory. Psalm 92 Antiphon: My good and faithful servant, come and share your master's joy. Psalm 92 Verse: You will hear the word from my mouth. Resp: You will te...

St. Albert the Great, bishop and doctor: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship the Lord, fount of all wisdom. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background music:...

Monday of the Thirty-Third Week in Ordinary Time: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Let us approach the Lord with praise and thanksgiving. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Backgr...

Monday of the Thirty-Third Week in Ordinary Time Hymn Antiphon: Show me your mecy, Lord, and keep me safe. Psalm 6 Antiphon: The poor are not alone in their distress; God is here to help them. Psalm 9A Antiphon: I will be the herald of your praises, Lord, where the people of Zion gather. Psalm 9A Verse: Give me insight, Lord, to know your will. Resp: Then I will cherish it with all my heart. First...

Sunday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time Hymn Antiphon: See how the cross of the Lord stands revealed as the tree of life. Psalm 1 Antiphon: Here is a king of my own choosing who will rule on Mount Zion. Psalm 2 Antiphon: Lord, you are my protector; you have raised me up in glory. Psalm 3 Verse: May the word of Christ ever fill your hearts. Resp: Share with one another the wisdom you recei...

Sunday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us sing to the Lord, and shout with joy to the Rock who saves us, Alleluia. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the N...

St Josaphat, bishop and martyr Hymn Antiphon: Men will hate you because you are mine, but he who perseveres will be saved Psalm 2 Antiphon: The sufferings of this life cannot be compared to the glory that will be revealed in us in the life to come. Psalm 11 Antiphon: The Lord tested his chosen ones as gold tested by fire; he has received them for ever as a sacrificial offering. Psalm 17 Verse: I h...

St Josaphat, bishop and martyr: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship Christ, the King of martyrs Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background music: Albinoni - C...

Memorial of St. Martin of Tours, bishop Hymn Antiphon: If anyone wishes to be first, he must become the last and the servant of all. Psalm 21 Antiphon: When the prince of pastors comes again, you will receive from him an unfading crown of glory. Psalm 92 Antiphon: My good and faithful servant, come and share your master's joy. Psalm 92 Verse: You will hear the word from my mouth. Resp: You will te...

Memorial of St. Martin of Tours, bishop: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship God as we celebrate the feast of St. Martin. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Back...

Memorial of St Leo the Great, pope and doctor Hymn Antiphon: If anyone wishes to be first, he must become the last and the servant of all. Psalm 21 Antiphon: When the prince of pastors comes again, you will receive from him an unfading crown of glory. Psalm 92 Antiphon: My good and faithful servant, come and share your master's joy. Psalm 92 Verse: You will hear the word from my mouth. Resp: You w...

Memorial of St Leo the Great, pope and doctor: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship the Lord, fount of all wisdom. Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Background m...

Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran Hymn Antiphon: Open wide the doors and gates. Lift high ancient portals. Psalm 24 Antiphon: How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord of power and might Psalm 84 Antiphon: Glorious things are said of you, O city of God. Psalm 87 Verse: I will worship at your holy temple. Resp: And I will extol your name, O Lord. First reading: 1 Pt 2:1-17 Responsory: The...

Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran: Invitatory Invitatory Antiphon: Come, let us worship Christ, the bridegroom of his Church Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975 Backgrou...