Marian Missal according to the use of the Confraternity of the Life of Mary, being the Liberal Catholic rite with additions from the Roman Missal 1962.
Asperges
The celebrant, with his assistants, kneels before the altar; he intones the words, 'Thou shalt sprinkle me' and 'I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills' and the remainder of the Antiphon and Psalm is taken up by the choir and congregation, who stand. Meanwhile the celebrant sprinkles with holy water the altar and himself, then the clergy and the people, who bow and cross themselves.
Psalm 121
Antiphon Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, O Lord, and I shall be clean: Thou shalt wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills:
All: from whence cometh my help.
My help cometh even from the Lord: who hath made heaven and earth.
He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: and He that keepeth thee will not sleep.
Behold, He that keepeth Israel: shall neither slumber nor sleep.
The Lord Himself is thy keeper: the Lord is thy defence upon thy right hand.
So that the sun shall not smite thee by day: neither the moon by night.
The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: yea, it is even He that shall keep thy soul.
The Lord shall preserve thy going out, and thy coming in: from this time forth for evermore.]
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. Amen.
Antiphon Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, O Lord, and I shall be clean: Thou shalt wash me and I shall be whiter than snow.
V. O Lord, open Thou our lips:
R. And our mouth shall show forth Thy praise.
V. Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord?
R. Even he that hath clean hands and a pure heart.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
Guide us, O Almighty Father, in all our doings, and from Thy heavenly throne send down Thy holy Angel to be with Thy people who have met together to serve and to worship Thee; through Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Invocation
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
Canticle
Antiphon I will go unto the Altar of God: Even unto the God of my joy and gladness.
I was glad when they said unto me: we will go into the house of the Lord.
I will be glad and rejoice in Thee: yea, my songs will I make of Thy Name, O Thou most Highest.
O send out Thy light and Thy truth, that they may lead me: and bring me to Thy holy hill, and to Thy dwelling.
And that I may go unto the Altar of God, even unto the God of my joy and gladness: and upon the harp will I give thanks unto Thee, O God my God.
The Lord is in His holy temple: the Lord's seat is in heaven.
The heavens declare the glory of God: and the firmament showeth His handiwork.
O magnify the Lord our God, and worship Him upon His holy hill: for the Lord our God is holy.
The Lord shall give strength unto His people: the Lord shall give His people the blessing of peace.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. Amen.
Antiphon
I will go unto the Altar of God: Even unto the God of my joy and gladness.
Versicles
V. Our help is in the Name of the Lord.
R. Who hath made heaven and earth.
V. Turn us again, O Lord, and quicken us:
R. That Thy people may rejoice in Thee.
V. Trust ye in the Lord for ever:
R. For our Rock of Ages is the Lord.
Confiteor
All: O Lord, Thou hast created us to be immortal and made us to be an image of Thine own eternity; yet often we forget the glory of our heritage and wander from the path which leads to righteousness. But Thou, O Lord, hast made us for Thyself and our hearts are ever restless till they find their rest in Thee. Look with the eyes of Thy love upon our manifold imperfections and pardon all our shortcomings, that we may be filled with the brightness of the everlasting light and become the unspotted mirror of Thy power and the image of Thy goodness; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Absolution
God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, X bless, preserve and sanctify you; the Lord in His loving kindness look down upon you and be gracious unto you; the Lord absolve you from all your sins and grant you the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
FIRST CENSING
The censer is brought to the celebrant who puts incense into it and blesses it saying silently:
Mayest thou be + blessed by Him in whose honour thou shalt be burned.
The celebrant censes the altar, after which the people stand.
INTROIT FIRST VARIABLE PART
(All say the Introit)
The celebrant signs himself with the sign of the Cross as he begins the Introit.
In Masses for the dead, he makes this sign over the text in the Missal
V. Peace be with you.
In Masses for the Dead: The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Kyrie
All:
Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison.
Christe eleison. Christe eleison. Christe eleison.
Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison.
Gloria
Omit the Gloria during Lent and Advent and in Masses for the Dead.
Glory be to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men of goodwill. We praise Thee, we bless Thee, we worship Thee, we glorify Thee; we give thanks to Thee for Thy great glory, O Lord God, Heavenly King, God the Father Almighty.
O Lord (Jesus) Christ, the only-begotten Son {alone-born} of the Father; O Lord God, Indwelling Light, Son of the Father, whose wisdom mightily and sweetly ordereth all things, pour forth Thy love; Thou whose strength upholdeth and sustaineth all creation, receive our prayer; Thou whose beauty shineth through the whole universe, unveil Thy glory.
For Thou only art holy; Thou only art the Lord; Thou only, O Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, art most high in the glory of + God the Father. Amen.
COLLECT(S) SECOND VARIABLE PART
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known and from whom no secrets are hid; cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of Thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love Thee, and worthily magnify Thy holy Name; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
The Collect of the day is said and may be followed by others concluding with the following Collect.
Teach us, O Lord, to see Thy life in all the peoples of Thine earth, and so guide the nations into an understanding of Thy laws that peace and goodwill may reign upon earth; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
EPISTLE THIRD VARIABLE PART
The people are seated. At Solemn Celebration the Epistle is read by the Subdeacon (or a separate Epistoler may be appointed).
The Epistle being ended, all stand and say or sing:
Thanks be to God.
GRADUAL: TRACT: ALLELUIA: SEQUENCE: FOURTH VARIABALE PART
Priest: He that loveth wisdom loveth life:
All: and they that seek her early shall be filled with joy.
Teach me, O Lord, the way of Thy statutes: and I shall keep it unto the end.
Give me understanding, and I shall keep Thy law, yea, I shall keep it with my whole heart.
The path of the just is as the shining light: shining more and more unto the perfect day.
Munda Cor Meum
At Solemn Celebration the Gospel is read by the Deacon (or a separate Gospeller may be appointed). He kneels before the centre of the altar and intones the following prayer:
Cleanse my heart and my lips, O God, who by the hand of Thy Seraph didst cleanse the lips of the prophet Isaiah with a burning coal from Thine altar, and in Thy loving-kindness so purify me that I may worthily proclaim Thy holy Gospel; through Christ our Lord.
R. Amen.
The celebrant blesses the Gospeller in the following words:
May the Lord be in {my|thy} heart and on {my|thy} lips, that through {my|thy} heart the love of God may shine forth, and through {my|thy} lips His power be made manifest. R. Amen.
GOSPEL - FIFTH VARIABLE PART
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
As soon as the Gospel is announced all say or sing the following, making the sign of the cross with the right thumb upon the forehead, lips and breast successively:
R. Glory be to Thee, O Lord.
The Gospel ended, all say or sing:
Praise be to Thee, O Christ.
The Sermon
Priest: In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
If there be a sermon, it follows here.
And now to God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Ghost, Three Persons in one God, be ascribed, as is most justly due, all honour, might, majesty, power, dominion, and praise, now, henceforth and for evermore. R. Amen.
Creed
I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only-begotten {alone-born} Son of God; begotten of His Father before all ages, God of God, Light of Light, Very God of Very God, begotten, not made, being of one Substance with the Father, by whom all things were made. Who for us and for our salvation came down from heaven (here all genuflect in reverence for the mystery of the Incarnation) and was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary, and was made man. (All rise again.) And was crucified also for us; under Pontius Pilate He suffered, and was buried. And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And He shall come again with glory to judge both the quick and the dead; whose Kingdom shall have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Giver of Life. Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified, who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead and the Xlife of the world to come. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace
O Lord Jesus Christ, who didst say to Thine apostles: 'Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you,' regard not our weakness, but the faith of Thy Church, and grant her that peace and unity which are agreeable to Thy holy will and commandment. R. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace, which follows, may first be given by the celebrant to one of the clergy, in which case, it would be passed from one to another in the sanctuary and then to the people.
V. The peace of the Lord be always with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
At the conclusion of the Salutation of Peace, or instead of it, the celebrant may intone:
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Offerings
A hymn is usually sung here, while the offertory alms are collected.
The Oblations
From the rising up of the sun even unto the going down of the same the Lord's Name shall be magnified; and in every place incense shall be offered unto His Name and a pure offering. There shall be heard in this place the voice of joy and the voice of gladness, the voice of them that shall bring the sacrifice of praise into the house of the Lord.
The celebrant offers the host.
OFFERTORY PRAYER - SIXTH VARIABLE PART
We adore Thee, O God, who art the source of all life and goodness, and with true and thankful hearts we offer unto Thee this token of Thine own life-giving gifts bestowed upon us, Thou who art the giver of all.
He pours wine and a little water into the chalice.
According to immemorial custom, we now mix water with this wine, praying Thee, O Lord, that we may evermore abide in Christ and He in us.
He offers the chalice.
We offer unto Thee, O Lord, this chalice with joy and gladness; may the worship which we offer ascend before Thy Divine Majesty as a sacrifice, pure and acceptable in Thy sight; through Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
SECOND CENSING
The celebrant censes the oblations and the altar in the prescribed manner and says:
As this incense rises before Thee, O Lord, so let our prayer be set forth in Thy sight. Let Thy holy Angels encompass Thy people and breathe forth upon them the spirit of Thy blessing.
As he returns the censer to the thurifer or Deacon, he says:
May the Lord enkindle within us the fire of His love and the flame of everlasting charity.
The clergy, choir and people are censed in order of rank. The people stand as the thurifer approaches them and bow before and after being censed. During the censing of the choir and people the The celebrant recites the Lavabo in a low tone, raising his voice for the Gloria.
Lavabo
I will wash my hands in innocency, O Lord: and so will I go to Thine altar.
That I may show the voice of thanksgiving: and tell of all Thy wondrous works.
Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house: and the place where Thine honour dwelleth.
My foot standeth right: I will praise the Lord in the congregations.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
V. Brethren {Brothers and Sisters}, pray that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God the Father Almighty.
R. May the Lord receive the sacrifice at thy hands and sanctify our lives in His service.
We lay before Thee, O Lord, these Thy creatures of bread and wine, in token of our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving; for here we offer and present unto Thee ourselves, our souls and bodies, to be a holy and continual sacrifice unto Thee, that we, who are very members incorporate in the mystical body of Thy Son, which is the blessed company of all faithful people, may hear that His most joyful voice: 'Come unto Me, O ye that be blessed of My Father, and possess the kingdom which is prepared for you from the beginning of the world,' through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, ever one God throughout all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Preface
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Lift up your hearts.
R. We lift them up unto the Lord.
V. Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.
R. It is meet and right so to do.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
It is truly meet and right for our salvation, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto Thee, O holy Lord, Father almighty, everlasting God; and that we should praise and bless, and proclaim Thee, in the Annunciation (or Visitation, or Assumption, or Nativity, or Presentation, or Immaculate Conception or Transfixion or Festival or Veneration or Espousal) of the blessed Mary, ever-Virgin: Who also conceived Thine only-begotten Son by the overshadowing of the Holy Spirit, and the glory of her virginity still abiding, gave forth to the world the everlasting Light, Jesus Christ our Lord. Through Whom the angels praise Thy Majesty, the Dominations worship it, and the Powers stand in awe. The heavens and the heavenly hosts together with the blessed Seraphim in triumphant chorus unite to celebrate it. Together with them we entreat Thee, bid our voices also to be admitted, while we say with lowly praise:
Sanctus
The people kneel and say or sing the following.
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts, Heaven and earth are full of Thy Glory; glory be to Thee, O Lord most high.
+ Blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
Wherefore, O most loving Father, we Thy servants do pray Thee, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, to +receive, to +purify and to + hallow this oblation which we make unto Thee. We desire to offer this holy Sacrifice first for Thy holy catholic Church; that it may please Thee to grant her peace, to watch over her, to bring her to unity and to guide her throughout the world; likewise that it may please Thee to bless and keep all Thy people, to give them increase of grace to bring forth the fruits of the spirit, to guide all nations into unity, peace and concord, and to endue their rulers with wisdom and understanding. Especially do we pray for N. our Queen and all that are put in authority under her, N. our Presiding Bishop, me, Thy unworthy servant, for all our bishops, clergy and faithful, and for all here present, whose faith and devotion are known unto Thee. We do also call to mind all who in this transitory life are in trouble, sorrow, need, sickness, or any other adversity (especially) Likewise do we offer it for all those Thy children whom it hath pleased Thee to deliver from the burden of the flesh (especially for ), that, freed from earthly toil and care, (he) (she) they may enjoy the felicity of Thy Presence, evermore praising Thee in word and deed, O God everlasting, living, and true.
In this joyful Sacrifice, we are uniting with Thy holy Church throughout the ages. We lift our hearts in adoration to Thee, O God the Son, who art consubstantial and coeternal with the Father. In the mystery of Thy boundless love, Thou didst send forth Thine own divine life into the universe, yet Thou art unchangeable and ever abiding within Thyself.
Through Thine eternal Sacrifice, Thou dost continually uphold all creation, dying in very truth that we may live. Thus didst Thou offer Thyself as the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.
Thou, who art omnipotent and all pervading, resting not by night or day, art ever pouring Thy strength and Thy blessing through Thy Holy Ones, who live but to do Thy will as perfect servants of Thy wondrous power, to whom we ever offer heartfelt love and reverence.
Thou, O Holy Lord, in Thine ineffable wisdom, ordained for us this Blessed Sacrament of Thy love, that through it we may not only commemorate in symbol Thine eternal Oblation, but verily take part in it; that within the limitations of time and space, we may perpetuate Thine enduring Sacrifice by which the world is nourished and sustained.
With his hands spread over the offerings, he continues:
Wherefore, O holy Lord, Father Almighty, we pray Thee to look down on and accept these offerings, which we Thy servants and Thy whole household do make unto Thee, in obedience to the command of Thy most blessed Son, our Lord Jesus Christ;
Which offerings do Thou, O Father, deign with Thy Holy Spirit and Word to + bless, + approve and + ratify, that they may become for us His most precious + Body and + Blood.
Who the day before He suffered took bread into His holy and venerable hands, and with His eyes lifted up to heaven unto Thee, God, His Almighty Father, giving thanks to Thee, He + blessed, brake and gave it to His disciples, saying: Take and eat ye all of this, for
THIS IS MY BODY.
In like manner, after He had supped, taking also this noble chalice into His holy and venerable hands, again giving thanks to Thee, He + blessed it and gave it to His disciples, saying: Take and drink ye all of this, for
THIS IS MY BLOOD.
As oft as ye shall do these things, ye shall do them in remembrance of Me.
After some moments of silent adoration, the following verse shall be sung very softly, all devoutly kneeling:
All: Thee we adore, O hidden Splendour, Thee,
Who in Thy Sacrament dost deign to be;
We worship Thee beneath this earthly veil,
And here Thy Presence we devoutly hail.
Prayers of Intent
Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we Thy humble servants, bearing in mind the ineffable sacrifice of Thy Son, the mystery of His wondrous incarnation, His blessed passion, His mighty resurrection, and His triumphant ascension, do here make before Thy Divine Majesty the memorial which our Lord hath willed us to make, and we do offer unto Thee this, the most precious gift which Thou hast bestowed upon us: this pure + Host, this +holy Host, this + glorious Host, the + holy Bread of life everlasting, and the + Chalice of eternal salvation.
This do we present before Thee in token of our love and of the perfect devotion and sacrifice of our minds and hearts to Thee; and we pray that Thou wouldst command Thy holy Angel to bear our oblation to Thine altar on high, there to be offered by Him who, as the eternal High Priest, for ever offers Himself as the eternal Sacrifice.
And as He hath ordained that the heavenly Sacrifice shall be mirrored here on earth through the ministry of mortal men, to the end that Thy holy people may be knit more closely into fellowship with Thee, we do pray for Thy servant who ministers at this altar, that, meetly celebrating the mysteries of the most holy +Body and + Blood of Thy Son, he may be + filled with Thy mighty power and blessing.
He makes this last cross upon himself
Likewise we pray Thee to sanctify Thy people here present with these Thy heavenly gifts, and through these mysteries do Thou +hallow, + quicken and + bless them, that both in their hearts and in their lives they may show forth Thy praise and glorify Thy holy Name.
He makes with the Host the sign of the cross three times over the Chalice, as he says:
All these things do we ask, O Father, in the Name and through the mediation of Thy most blessed Son, for we acknowledge and confess with our hearts and lips that + by Him were all things made, yea, all things both in heaven and earth; + with Him as the indwelling Life do all things exist, and + in Him as the transcendent Glory all things live and move and have their being:
Then horizontally twice between the Chalice and his breast.
To whom with Thee, O mighty + Father, in the unity of the Holy + Spirit, be ascribed all honour and glory, throughout the ages of ages. R. Amen.
The celebrant here holds the Host directly over the Chalice and raises both to the level of his eyes.
The Lord's Prayer
Let us pray.
Instructed by the words of sacred Scripture and following the tradition of holy Church from of old, we now say:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
[For Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Communion of Saints
H ere do we give unto Thee, O Lord, most high praise and hearty thanks for the wonderful grace and virtue declared in the holy Lady Mary (ever Virgin) and in all Thy glorious Saints from the beginning of the world, who have been the choice vessels of Thy grace and a shining light unto many generations.
Here the celebrant crosses himself with the paten.
And we + join with them in worship before Thy great white throne, whence flow all love and light and blessing through all the worlds which Thou hast made.
O Son of God, who showest Thyself this day upon a thousand altars and yet art one and indivisible, in token of Thy great Sacrifice we break This Thy Body, ...
Here he breaks the Host in half over the Chalice, and with a small Particle thereof makes the sign of the cross thrice over the Chalice, and finally at the words one in Thee drops the Particle into the Chalice.
…praying that by this action, ordained from of old, Thy X strength, Thy X peace and Thy X blessing, which Thou dost give us in this holy Sacrament, may be spread abroad upon Thy world; and as Thou, O Lord Christ, wast made known to Thy disciples in the breaking of bread, so may Thy many children know themselves to be one in Thee, even as Thou art one with the Father. R. Amen.
Salutation of Peace
If the Salutation of Peace was said earlier:
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
O Lord Jesus Christ, who didst say to Thine apostles: 'Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you,' regard not our weakness, but the faith of Thy Church, and grant her that peace and unity which are agreeable to Thy holy will and commandment. R. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace, which follows, is given to all assembled by the Celebrant who with outstretched hands faces the congregation, or it is first given by the Celebrant to one of the clergy. It is then passed from one to another in the sanctuary. The last recipient turns towards the people and, with outstretched hands, sings the words:
V. The peace of the Lord be always with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Holy Communion
O Thou who in this adorable Sacrament hast left us a living memorial and pledge of Thy marvellous love for mankind, and dost therein graciously draw us into wondrous and mystic communion with Thee, grant us so to receive the sacred mysteries of Thy Body and Blood that our souls may be lifted into the immensity of Thy love, and that, being filled with a high endeavour, we may ever be mindful of Thine indwelling Presence and breathe forth the fragrance of a holy life. R. Amen.
The celebrant communicates himself then administers to the other clergy and servers.
The people meanwhile may say privately the following prayer:
Unto Thee, O Perfect One, the Lord and Lover of mankind, do we commend our life and hope. For Thou art the Heavenly Bread, the Life of the whole world; Thou art in all places and endurest all things, the Treasury of endless good and the Well of infinite compassion.
After the celebrant and those in the sanctuary have received Holy Communion, he blesses the people with a Particle, as he says:
YE +that desire to partake of the Body [and Blood] of the Lord, draw nigh and receive this most holy Sacrament.
The people should come forward to the Communion rail and kneel.
As he administers the Holy Communion to each, the celebrant says:
The Body + [and Blood] of our Lord Christ keep thee unto life eternal.
He purifies the chalice and washes his hands.
The Communion being ended, the celebrant says:
Under the veil of earthly things now have we communion with our Lord Jesus Christ; soon with open face shall we behold Him, and, rejoicing in His glory, be made like unto Him. Then shall His true disciples be brought by Him with exceeding joy before the presence of His Father's glory.
COMMUNION VERSE - SEVENTH VARIABLE PART
All stand and say or sing:
Amen. Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
POSTCOMMUNION - EIGHTH VARIABLE PART
Let us pray. The people kneel.
We who have been refreshed with Thy heavenly gifts do pray Thee, O Lord, that Thy grace may be so grafted inwardly in our hearts, that it may continually be made manifest in our lives; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through ages of ages. R. Amen.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Ite, missa est.
R. Deo gratias.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Let us bless the name of the Lord.
R. Both now and for evermore.
V. Our help is in the name of the Lord.
R. Who hath made heaven and earth.
Benediction
The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God and of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the X Father, the X Son and the Holy XSpirit, be amongst you and remain with you always. R. Amen.
Hail Mary… (repeated thrice)
Salve Regina
Hail holy Queen, Mother of Mercy; Hail our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!
V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
O God, our refuge and our strength, look down in mercy on Thy people who cry to Thee; and by the intercession of the glorious and Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of God, of St. Joseph her Spouse, of Thy blessed Apostles Peter and Paul, and of all the Saints, in mercy and goodness hear our prayers for the conversion of sinners, and for the liberty and exaltation of our holy Mother the Church. Through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Or
Almighty and everlasting God, Who by the working of the Holy Spirit didst prepare both body and soul of the glorious Virgin Mother, Mary, that she might deserve to be made a worthy dwelling for Thy Son, grant that we who rejoice in her memory, may, by her loving intercession, be delivered from present evils and from lasting death, through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Holy Michael Archangel, defend us in the day of battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. – May God rebuke him, we humbly pray: and do thou, Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God thrust down to hell Satan and all wicked spirits, who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. R. Amen.
Repeated thrice
V. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
R. Have mercy upon us.
Regina Caeli (Eastertide)
Queen of Heaven, rejoice! Alleluia!
For He whom thou didst merit to bear, Alleluia!
Is risen as He said. Alleluia!
Pray for us to God. Alleluia!
Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia!
For the Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Let us pray:
O God, who gavest joy to the world through the resurrection of Thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant, that we may obtain, through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Memorare
Remember, O most compassionate Virgin Mary, that never was it known, that any one who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come, before thee I (kneel) stand, sinful and sorrowful. Despise not my petitions, O Mother of the Word, but graciously hear and answer them. Amen.
Angelus
The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,
R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary…
V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord,
R. Be it done unto me according to Thy word.
Hail Mary...
V. And the Word was made flesh,
R. And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary...
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we, to whom the incarnation of Christ, Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross be brought to the glory of His resurrection, through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Sub Tuum Praesidium
We fly to thy patronage, O holy Mother of God; despise not our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. R. Amen.
May the divine assistance remain always with us! R. Amen.
Common of Feasts of the Blessed Virgin
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following is said instead:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this offering be of avail to us for welfare and peace now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
MASSES OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN
These can be said on Saturdays and as Votive Masses according to the different Seasons.
I. MASS: RORATE COELI
IN ADVENT
(During Advent ordinary Votive Masses are not allowed.)
Introit
Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just: let the earth be opened and bud forth a Saviour. Lord, Thou hast blessed Thy land: Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just: let the earth be opened and bud forth a Saviour. Lord, Thou hast blessed Thy land: Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob.
The Gloria is not said, except on Saturdays.
Collect
O God, who was pleased that, at the message of an Angel, Thy Word should take flesh in the womb of the blessed Virgin Mary, grant to us Thy suppliants, that we, who believe her to be truly the Mother of God, may be helped by her intercession with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
2nd Collect of the Advent Feria
Lesson from the Prophet Isaias
In those days the Lord spoke to Achaz, saying: Ask thee a sign of the Lord thy God, either unto the depth of hell, or unto the height above. And Achaz said: I will not ask, and I will not tempt the Lord. And He said: Hear ye therefore, O house of David: Is it a small thing for you to be grievous to men, that you are grievous to my God also? Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign. Behold a Virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. He shall eat butter and honey, that He may know to refuse the evil, and to choose the good.
Gradual
Lift up your gates, O ye princes; and be ye lifted up, O eternal gates: and the King of glory shall enter in. Who shall ascend into the mountain of the Lord, or who shall stand in His holy place? The innocent in hands and clean of heart.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the Angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the Angel answering, said to her: The Holy Spirit shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren: because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in veneratione.
Behold a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel.
Postcommunion
Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts: that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ Thy Son was made known by the message of an Angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of the Resurrection. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
2nd Postcommunion of the Advent Feria
II. MASS: VULTUM TUUM
FROM THE EPIPHANY TO THE PURIFICATION
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat Thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King; her neighbours shall be brought to Thee in gladness and rejoicing. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia.) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat Thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King; her neighbours shall be brought to Thee in gladness and rejoicing. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia.) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who through the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary hast given to mankind the rewards of eternal salvation, grant, we beseech Thee, that we may experience her intercession for us through whom we were made worthy to receive the Author of life, our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Epistle of blessed Paul the Apostle
Dearly beloved, the goodness and kindness of God our Saviour hath appeared: not by the works of justice, which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us by the laver of regeneration, and renovation of the Holy Ghost, Whom He hath poured forth upon us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour: that, being justified by His grace, we may be heirs according to hope of life everlasting: in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Gradual
Thou art beautiful above the sons of men: grace is poured abroad in thy lips. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King: my tongue is the pen of a scrivener that writeth swiftly.
Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a virgin: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The Continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the shepherds said one to another, Let us go over to Bethlehem, and let us see this word that is come to pass, which the Lord hath showed to us. And they came with haste; and they found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in a manger. And seeing, they understood of the word that had been spoken to them concerning this child. And all that heard wondered: and at those things that were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these words, pondering them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God, for all the things they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Offertory
For thou art happy, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise: because from thee arose the sun of justice, Christ our God.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Et te in Veneratione)
Postcommunion
May this Communion, O Lord, cleanse us from guilt: and through the intercession of the blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, make us sharers of the heavenly remedy.Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
III. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
FROM THE PURIFICATION UNTIL THE SATURDAY AFTER SEXAGESIMA SUNDAY
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth Him Who is God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
For thou art happy, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise: because from thee arose the sun of justice, Christ our Lord.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
IV. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
IN PASCHALTIDE
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst bear the Creator of all things: didst bring forth Him who made thee, and for ever remainest a virgin. Alleluia.
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
V. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
FROM TRINITY SUNDAY UNTIL ADVENT
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
AS the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and mine inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that hearkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the following Alleluia is said in the place of the one above.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Tract is said instead of the Gradual and Alleluia:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 11
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who regards the humble and removes Thine eyes from the proud, grant that we thy servants may imitate with pure heart the humility of the blessed Virgin Mary, who pleased thee by her virginity and who by her humility became the Mother of Thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ: Who with Thee lives and reigns, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
In all things, I sought rest, and I shall abide in the inheritance of the Lord. Then the Creator of all things commanded, and said to me: and He that made me rested in my tabernacle. And He said to me: Let thy dwelling be in Jacob, and thine inheritance in Israel, and take root in Mine elect. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem: and I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God His inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of Saints. I was exalted like a cedar in Libanus, and as a cypress tree on mount Sion: I was exalted like a palm tree in Cades, and as a rose plant in Jericho, as a fair olive-tree by the water in the streets, I was exalted. I gave a sweet smell like cinnamon and aromatic balm: I yielded a sweet odour like the best myrrh.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
Through the prayers of the blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, may this offering, we beseech Thee, O Lord, obtain for us the grace of true humility and take from our hearts the concupiscence of the flesh and of the eyes and all worldly ambition, so that we may live soberly and justly and piously and thus attain our eternal reward. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleuia.)
Postcommunion
May the partaking of this Sacrament remove from us the stain of sin, O Lord, and through the prayers of the glorious and blessed Virgin Mary bring us by the road of humility unto the kingdom of heaven. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Espousals of the Blessed Virgin Mary
January 23
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Espousals may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He whose birth from a maiden did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this festival of her Espousals, cleanse us from sin and make our offering pleasing in Thy sight, Jesus Christ our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Desponsatione
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this present life and for life eternal. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary - February 2
The Blessing of the Candles and the Procession
The Blessing
The priest, vested in a purple cope, blesses the candles, which are placed near the altar.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
O Holy Lord, Father almighty, everlasting God, who hast created all things out of nothing, and by Thy command hast caused this liquid to become perfect wax by the labour of bees: and who, on this day didst fulfil the petition of the righteous man Simeon: we humbly entreat Thee, that by the invocation of Thy most holy Name and through the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin whose feast is today devoutly observed, and by the prayers of all Thy Saints, Thou wouldst vouchsafe to bless + and sanctify + these candles for the service of men and for the health of their bodies and souls, whether on land or on sea: and that Thou wouldst hear from Thy holy heaven, and from the throne of Thy Majesty the voices of this Thy people, who desire to carry them in their hands with honour, and to praise Thee with hymns; and wouldst be propitious to all that call upon Thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O almighty and everlasting God, who on this day didst present Thine only-begotten Son in Thy holy temple to be received in the arms of holy Simeon: we humbly entreat Thy clemency, that Thou wouldst vouchsafe to bless X and sanctify X and to kindle with the light of Thy heavenly benediction these candles, which we, Thy servants, desire to receive and to bear lighted in the honour of Thy Name: that, by offering them to Thee our Lord God, being worthily inflamed with the holy fire of Thy most sweet charity, we may deserve to be presented in the holy temple of Thy glory. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O Lord Jesus Christ, the true Light who enlightens every man that cometh into this world: pour forth Thy blessing X upon these candles, and sanctify X them with the light of Thy grace, and mercifully grant, that as these lights enkindled with visible fire dispel the darkness of night, so our hearts illumined by invisible fire, that is, by the splendour of the Holy Spirit, may be free from the blindness of all vice, that the eye of our mind being cleansed, we may be able to discern what is pleasing to Thee and profitable to our salvation; so that after the perilous darkness of this life we may deserve to attain to never failing light: through Thee, O Christ Jesus, Saviour of the world, who in the perfect Trinity, lives and reigns, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O almighty and everlasting God, who by Thy servant Moses didst command the purest oil to be prepared for lamps to burn continuously before Thee: vouchsafe to pour forth the grace of Thy blessing X upon these candles: that they may so afford us light outwardly that by Thy gift, the gift of Thy Spirit may never be wanting inwardly to our minds. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O Lord Jesus Christ, who appearing on this day among men in the substance of our flesh, was presented by Thy parents in the temple: whom the venerable and aged Simeon, illuminated by the light of Thy Spirit, recognized, received into his arms, and blessed: mercifully grant that, enlightened and taught by the grace of the same Holy Spirit, we may truly acknowledge Thee and faithfully love Thee; Who with God the Father in the unity of the same Holy Spirit lives and reigns, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The celebrant sprinkles the candles three times with holy water, saying the anthem Asperges me Domine . . ., and also incensing them thrice.
The Distribution
During the distribution the choir sings the Canticle of Simeon. The antiphon is repeated after each verse.
Anthem
A light for the revelation of the Gentiles: and for the glory of Thy people Israel.
After which is sung the following:
The Canticle of Simeon
Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace : according to thy word.
For mine eyes have seen : thy salvation,Which thou hast prepared : before the face of all people;To be a light to lighten the Gentiles : and to be the glory of thy people Israel. Gloria patri etc. ...
After which is sung the following:
Anthem
Arise, O Lord, help us and deliver us for Thy Name's sake. We have heard, O God, with our ears: our fathers have declared to us. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, for ever and ever. Arise, O Lord, help us and deliver us for Thy Name's sake. We have heard, O God, with our ears: our fathers have declared to us.
After Septuagesima, and not on a Sunday, the deacon says:
V. Let us kneel.
R. Arise.
Let us pray.
We beseech Thee, O Lord, hearken unto Thy people, and grant that by the light of Thy grace, we may inwardly attain to those things which Thou grantest us outwardly to venerate by this yearly observance. Through Christ our Lord.
R. Amen
The Procession
The deacon turns to the people and says:
V. Let us go forth in peace.
R. In the Name of Christ. Amen.
The procession takes place in the usual order, all bearing the lighted candles: the following anthems are sung the while:
Adorn thy bridal-chamber, O Sion, and welcome Christ the King: with loving embrace greet Mary who is the very gate of heaven; for she bringeth to thee the glorious King of the new light: remaining ever a Virgin yet she bearest in her arms the Son begotten before the day-star: even the Child, whom Simeon taking into his arms, declared to the peoples to be the Lord of life and death, and the Saviour of the world.
Anthem
Simeon received an answer from the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death before he had seen the Christ of the Lord; and when they brought the Child into the temple, he took Him into His arms, and blessed God, and said: Now dost Thou dismiss Thy servant, O Lord, in peace.
When His parents brought in the Child Jesus, to do for Him according to the custom of the law, he took Him into His arms.
On entering the church, the choir sings:
They offered for Him to the Lord a pair of turtle doves, or two young pigeons: * As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
After the days of the purification of Mary, according to the law of Moses, were fulfilled, they carried Jesus to Jerusalem, to present Him to the Lord. * As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, for ever and ever.
As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
Mass
Introit
We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple; according to Thy Name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of Justice. Great is the Lord, and exceedingly to be praised, in the city of God, in his holy mountain. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple; according to Thy Name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of Justice. Great is the Lord, and exceedingly to be praised, in the city of God, in his holy mountain.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, we humbly beseech Thy Majesty, that as Thine only begotten Son was this day presented in the temple in substance of our flesh, so Thou wouldst cause us too with purified hearts to be presented unto Thee. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Prophet Malachias
Thus saith the Lord God: Behold I send my angel, and he shall prepare the way before my face. And presently the Lord, whom you seek, and the angel of the testament, whom you desire, shall come to his temple. Behold he cometh, saith the Lord of hosts. And who shall be able to think of the day of his coming? and who shall stand to see him? for he is like a refining fire, and like the fuller's herb: And he shall sit refining and cleansing the silver, and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and shall refine them as gold, and as silver, and they shall offer sacrifices to the Lord in justice. And the sacrifice of Juda and of Jerusalem shall please the Lord, as in the days of old, and in the ancient years; saith the Lord almighty.
Gradual
We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple: according to Thy name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth. As we have heard, so we have seen, in the city of our God, and in His holy mountain.
Alleluia, alleluia. An old man was carrying a Child; but the Child was the old man’s Lord. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. An old man… are omitted and the following Tract is said instead.
Tract
Now Thou dost dismiss Thy servant, O Lord, according to Thy word in peace. Because mine eyes have seen Thy salvation. Which Thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples. A light to enlighten the Gentiles, and the glory of Thy people Israel.
The candles should be held lighted during the Gospel and from the beginning of the Canon to the Communion.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
And after the days of her purification, according to the law of Moses, were accomplished, they carried him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord: As it is written in the law of the Lord: Every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord: And to offer a sacrifice, according as it is written in the law of the Lord, a pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons: And behold there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel; and the Holy Ghost was in him.
And he had received an answer from the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Christ of the Lord. And he came by the Spirit into the temple. And when his parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him according to the custom of the law, He also took him into his arms, and blessed God, and said: Now thou dost dismiss thy servant, O Lord, according to thy word in peace; Because my eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples: A light to the revelation of the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
Offertory
Grace is poured abroad in thy lips; therefore hath God blessed thee for ever, and for ages of ages.
Secret
O Lord, graciously hear our prayers: and that the gifts we offer in the sight of Thy Majesty may be worthy, grant us the help of Thy mercy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Preface of the Nativity
Communion
Simeon received an answer from the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, until he had seen the Christ of the Lord.
Postcommunion
We beseech Thee, O Lord our God, that the most holy Mysteries, which Thou hast given us to safeguard our regenerated nature, may, through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, be to us a healing remedy, both for the present and for the future. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Apparition of the Immaculate Virgin Mary at Lourdes - February 11
Introit
I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. My heart hath uttered a good world: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. My heart hath uttered a good world: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who by the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin didst prepare a worthy dwelling for Thy Son: we humbly beseech Thee, that we, who celebrate the apparition of this Blessed Virgin, may obtain health of soul and body. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who with Thee, lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of the Apocalypse of Blessed John the Apostle
And the temple of God was opened in heaven: and the ark of His testament was seen in His temple, and there were lightnings, and voices, and an earthquake, and great hail. And a great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars: And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying: Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ.
Gradual
The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come, the voice of the turtle is heard in our land. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come; my dove in the cleft of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall.
Alleluia, alleluia. Show me thy face, let thy voice sound in mine ears, for thy voice is sweet and thy face comely. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. Show me thy face are omitted and the following Tract is said:
Tract
Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and the original stain is not in thee. Truly happy art thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise; for with thy virginal foot thou hast crushed the serpent’s head.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying, and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus.
Offertory
Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women.
Secret
May this sacrifice of praise which we offer to Thee, O Lord, through the merits of the glorious and Immaculate Virgin, be to Thee as a sweet -smelling savour, and may it bring to us the health of soul and body which we desire. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who with Thee, lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin
Et te in Conceptione Immaculata
Communion
Thou hast visited the earth, and hast plentifully watered it: thou hast many ways enriched it.
Postcommunion
O Lord, may the right hand of Thine Immaculate Mother uplift us whom Thou hast satisfied with heavenly food: that by her help we may win through to our eternal homeland. Who lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Interior Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary - April 12
Introit
The Lord hath greatly desired Mary’s beauty; for He is her Lord; and she shall be the throne of God for ever and ever, the sceptre of uprightness, the sceptre of his kingdom. Alleluia, alleluia. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within; in golden borders, clothed round about with varieties. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. The Lord hath greatly desired Mary’s beauty; for He is her Lord; and she shall be the throne of God for ever and ever, the sceptre of uprightness, the sceptre of his kingdom. Alleluia, alleluia. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within; in golden borders, clothed round about with varieties.
Collect
O God, who didst make the Blessed Virgin Mary surpass all creatures as perfect partaker and image of Christ’s interior virtues, grant we pray, that we may so venerate Mary’s interior life as to become through her conformed to Christ and through Him perfectly united to Thee. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Canticle of Canticles
I am the flower of the field, and the lily of the valleys. As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. As the apple tree among the trees of the woods, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow, whom I desired: and his fruit was sweet to my palate. He brought me into the cellar of wine, he set in order charity in me. Stay me up with flowers, compass me about with apples: because I languish with love. His left hand is under my head, and his right hand shall embrace me. I adjure you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and the harts of the, fields, that you stir not up, nor make the beloved to awake, till she please. The voice of my beloved, behold he cometh leaping upon the mountains, skipping over the hills. My beloved is like a roe, or a young hart. Behold he standeth behind our wall, looking through the windows, looking through the lattices. Behold my beloved speaketh to me: Arise, make haste, my love, my dove, my beautiful one, and come. For winter is now past, the rain is over and gone. The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come: the voice of the turtle is heard in our land: The fig tree hath put forth her green figs: the vines in flower yield their sweet smell. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come: My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall, show me thy face, let thy voice sound in my ears: for thy voice is sweet, and thy face comely.
Gradual
Arise, O Lord, into Thy resting place; thou and the ark which Thou hast sanctified. The Lord hath sworn truth to Mary; and He will not make it void: of the fruit of Thy womb I will set upon my throne. This is His rest for ever and ever: here will He dwell for He hath chosen it.
Alleluia, alleluia. Her enemies He will clothe with confusion but upon her shall His sanctification flourish. Alleluia.
Tract
I sat down under his shadow, whom I desired, and his fruit was sweet to my palate. He brought me into the cellar of wine, he set in order charity in me. Stay me up with flowers, compass me about with apples, because I languish with love. My beloved to me and I to him; my soul melted when he spoke. I adjure you, O daughters of Jerusalem, that you tell him that I languish with love.
Sequence
[Omitted in Votive Masses]
All the beauty of the King’s Daughter, who is a marvel of fullness of grace, comes to her from within.
More precious than her title of Mother, than the flower of her virginity, is the charity of her pure heart.
There purity reigns, and peace that nought can trouble, and light without the slightest cloud.
Seek where you will recall any moment of her life, nowhere is there any stain.
Before He is enshrined in her chaste womb, God already resides in her loving heart, and this last is the greater grace.
Already full of grace she is, and yet what abundant gifts the Son pours out on His Mother!
Vile in her own esteem, humble, magnanimous, she is pleasing in the eyes of God.
She believes and understands; she hopes and immediately reapes the fruits of her unwavering faith.
As she accepts the joyful message, so she submits completely to the painful sword.
She put away her mortal dwelling and puts on immortality, for she cannot bear the force of love.
Now you no longer die of love; you burn with heavenly flames; you possess what you so ardently desired.
You love the more perfectly because above all Saints you are elevated to peerless glory.
Grant that the fires burning within you without consuming you, may also be kindled in our hearts.
O Mother of the living, make your Son live in our hearts.
Amen. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the Angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the Angel answering, said to her: The Holy Spirit shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren: because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Holiness becometh the house of God: let us worship her Bridegroom Christ indwelling in her, alleluia.
Secret
O Lord, may the Holy Spirit, who wounded the heart of Thy Son’s Mother and set it on fire with so much love, also perfectly possess our hearts; in order that, as He always acted freely in her, He may crucify our flesh with its vices and concupiscence and thus also operate our sanctification. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
This place is holy and in it the Priest prays for the failings and sins of the people, alleluia.
Postcommunion
May the Son repose within us, O Lord, and find there His delights; and just as Thou didst make Him ours through the Virgin Mary, in whom He dwelt and found His delight, so may we be worthy through her and in Thy Son to be Thine always and everywhere. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady, Mother of the Divine Shepherd - May 12
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS….. of the Common of the B.V.M. except
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, Good Shepherd, who didst give Thy life for Thy sheep and didst on the Cross commend us, Thy people and the sheep of Thy pasture, to the Virgin Mother, grant through her prayers that by following thee as our shepherd on earth, we may be brought to the pastures of life eternal in heaven: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady Help of Christians - May 24
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O almighty and merciful God, who didst wondrously appoint the most Blessed Virgin perpetual help for Christians in need of protection: grant in Thy mercy that after battling in life under such a protectress, we may be able to conquer our enemy at death. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
For the triumph of the Christian faith we immolate to Thee, O Lord, these victims of propitiation; may the Blessed Virgin’s help render them of profit to us, for such a perfect victory ever comes through her. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Et te in Festivitate)
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
After refreshing Thy people with a participation of Thy Body and Blood, O Lord, come to their aid, so that with the help of Thy Blessed Mother they may be freed form all evil and danger, and preserved in good works.: Who lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Most Pure Heart of Mary - Second Saturday after Corpus Christi
Introit
All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within, in golden borders, clothed round about with variety: after her shall virgins be brought to the King, her neighbours shall be brought unto thee. (Alleluia, alleluia) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within, in golden borders, clothed round about with variety: after her shall virgins be brought to the King, her neighbours shall be brought unto thee. (Alleluia, alleluia) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the heart of Blessed Mary the Virgin didst prepare a dwelling worthy of the Holy Spirit: mercifully grant, that we who with devout minds celebrate the festival of that most pure Heart, may be enabled to live according to Thine own Heart. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Canticle of Canticles
Put me as a seal upon thy heart, as a seal upon thy arm, for love is strong as death, jealousy as hard as hell, the lamps thereof are fire and flames. Many waters cannot quench charity, neither can the floods drown it: if a man should give all the substance of his house for love, he shall despise it as nothing.
Gradual
Naught that is defied cometh into her: she is the brightness of eternal light, and the unspotted mirror of God’s Majesty; and the image of His goodness. I to my beloved, and my beloved to me, who feedeth among the lilies. Alleluia, alleluia. My soul doth magnify the Lord: and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: The Mother of Jesus said to Him: Son, why hast Thou done so to us? Behold, Thy father and I have sought Thee sorrowing. And He said to them: How is it that you sought me? Did you not know that I must be about my Father’s business? And they understood not the word that He spoke unto them. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them. And His Mother kept all these words in her heart.
Offertory
Because thou hast done manfully, and hast strengthened thy heart: therefore also the hand of the Lord hath strengthened thee, and thou shalt be blessed for ever.
Secret
To Thy majesty, O Lord, we offer up the Lamb without blemish, beseeching Thee that in our hearts may be enkindled that divine fire, which so ineffably consumed the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Under the shadow of Him whom I desired have I sat down, and His fruit is sweet to my taste.
Postcommunion
Refreshed by Thy divine gifts, we humbly entreat Thee, O Lord, that by the intercession of the blessed Virgin Mary whose most pure Heart we now solemnly celebrate, we may be delivered from present dangers, and obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through our Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady Mediatrix of all Graces - May 31
Introit
Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, our Mediator with the Father, who hast appointed the most Blessed Virgin, Thy Mother, to be also our Mother, and our Mediatrix with Thee: grant that whosoever shall approach Thee for some favour, may rejoice at obtaining all things through her: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Prophet Isaias
All ye that thirst, come ye to the waters: and you that have no money make haste, buy, and eat: Come ye, buy wine and milk without money, and without any price. Why do you spend money for that which is not bread, and your labour for that which doth not satisfy you? Hearken diligently to me, and eat that which is good, and your soul shall be delighted in fatness. Incline your ear and come to me: hear and your soul shall live. Behold thou shalt call a nation, which thou knewest not: and the nations that knew not thee shall run to thee, because of the Lord thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel, for he hath glorified thee.
Gradual
In me is all grace of the way and of the truth: in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me all you that desire me, and be filled with my fruits.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail, thou Mother of mercy, thou Mother of hope and of grace, O Mary. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. Hail, thou Mother… are omitted and the following is said:
Tract
I am the root and stock of David, the bright and morning star. And the Spirit and the Bride say: Come. And he that thirsteth let him come; and he that will, let him take of the water of life freely.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead:
Alleluia, alleluia. Lift thine eyes up round about and see; all these are gathered together; they are come to thee. Alleluia. Thy sons are coming from afar, and thy daughters shall rise up at thy side. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Be mindful, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the sight of the Lord, to speak good things for us, and to turn away His anger from us.
Secret
By the prayers of Thy Mother and our Mediatrix, O Lord, we beseech Thee, that the offering of this sacrifice, through the bestowal of Thy grace may perfect us into an eternal offering to thee: Who lives and reigns with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Truly wonderful art thou, O Mary, and thy face is full of graces. (Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
May the prayer, O Lord, of Blessed Mary, Thy Mother and our Mediatrix, assist us: that through the bestowal of Thy grace, and these most holy mysteries, we may attain to an increase of everlasting redemption: Who lives and reigns with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary - May 31
Introit
This Introit is used on the Feast Day.
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Introit
This Introit is used in Votive Masses of the Queenship of the B.V.M.
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant, O Lord, we beseech Thee, to those who are celebrating this solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary our Queen: that safe in her protection we may deserve to enjoy present peace and future glory. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Collect
Graciously hear us, O God, our Saviour, that, as we rejoice in the festival of blessed Petronilla, Thy virgin, so we may be taught by the spirit of pious devotion. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
I came out of the mouth of the Most High, the firstborn before all creatures. I dwelt in the highest places, and my throne is in a pillar of cloud. And I have stood in all the earth and in every people, and in every nation I have had the chief rule. And by my, power I have trodden under my feet the hearts of all the high and low. He that heareth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting. called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst take thy stand beneath the Cross of the Lord. Alleluia. Now with Him dost thou reign for ever. Alleluia.
Gradual
Outside Paschaltide
Upon his cloak and upon his thigh he hath a name written: King of kings and Lord of lord. The Queen takes her place at his right hand in gold of Ophir.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail, Queen of mercy, Do thou protect us from the enemy, and at the hour of death receive us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
That Mary springs from royal stock shines out: with most devout mind and spirit do we beg the help of her prayers.
(P.T. Alleluia).
Secret
Accept, O Lord, we beseech Thee, the gifts which Thy Church in her joy doth offer Thee: may we receive in return , through the merits and intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary our Queen, all help for salvation. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
In Votive Masses the word “festival” is replaced with “veneration”.
Secret
Secret for the commemoration of Saint Petronilla.
May the offering of Thy consecrated people be accepted by Thee, O Lord, in honour of Thy saints, by whose merits it knoweth that it hath received aid in time of trouble. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
O Queen of the world, most worthy, Mary, Virgin perpetual, intercede on behalf of our peace and safety, thou who didst bring forth Christ the Lord, the Saviour of us all.
(P.T. Alleluia).
Postcommunion
We have reached the end, O Lord, of the solemnities for this festivity of holy Mary our Queen: in her honour exultantly we performed them: may her intercession be salutary on our behalf. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Postcommunion
Postcommunion Prayer for the commemoration of Saint Petronilla.
Thou hast filled Thy household, O Lord, with holy gifts; do Thou cherish us always, through the intercession of her whose festival we are keeping. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
July 2
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Visitation may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian
O God, who dost guard and protect us by the glorious confession of Thy holy Martyrs Processus and Martinian: grant that we may both profit by their example and rejoice in their intercession. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
Behold He cometh, leaping over the hills. My beloved is like a roe or a young hart. Behold He standeth behind our wall; looking through the windows, looking through the lattices. Behold my beloved speaketh to me, Arise, make haste, my love, my dove, my beautiful one; and come. For winter is now past, the rain is over and gone. The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come, the voice of the turtle is heard in our land; the fig tree hath put forth her green figs, the vines in flower yield their sweet smell. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come, My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall, show me thy face, let thy voice sound in my ear; for thy voice is sweet, and thy face comely.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without blemish to thy maidenhood, was made the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin, Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art Thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and of all high praise most worthy: for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ our God. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X Continuation of the holy Gospel according to St. Luke.
At that time Mary rising up went into the hill country with haste into a city of Juda: and she entered into the house of Zachary, and saluted Elizabeth. And it came to pass, that when Elizabeth head the salutation of Mary, the infant leaped in her womb: and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost: and she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord. And Mary saith: My soul doth magnify the Lord: and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
Offertory
Truly blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary: the Creator of all things thou didst bear; Him who made thee thou didst bring forth; and a Virgin evermore thou dost remain.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He, whose birth from a maiden, did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this solemn Festival of her Visitation, cleanse us from our sins, and make our offering acceptable in Thy sight: even Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian:
Do Thou, O Lord, receive our prayers and gifts: and that they may be found worthy to Thy sight, may we be helped by the prayers of Thy Saints. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Visitatione
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this life present and for life everlasting. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian:
We who have fed at the Sacrifice of Thy most holy Body and precious Blood, beseech Thee, O Lord our God: that what we do with godly devotion may bring us sure salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of Good Counsel
July 10
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival day in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Good Counsel, in whose solemnity the Angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my words to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of agaes. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival day in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Good Counsel, in whose solemnity the Angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my words to the King.
Collect
O God, Who didst give us the Mother of Thy beloved Son for our Mother: and wert pleased by a wondrous apparition to glorify a beauteous picture of her: grant, we beseech Thee, that ever hearkening to her counsels, we may be enabled to live according to Thy Heart, and happily to reach our home in heaven. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
AS the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and mine inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that hearkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
I wisdom dwell in counsel, and am present in learned thoughts. Blessed is the man that heareth me, and that watcheth daily at my gates, and waiteth at the posts of my doors.
Alleluia, alleluia. He that shall find me shall find life, and shall have salvation from the Lord. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Allelluia and the V. He that shall find are omitted and the following is said:
Tract
Counsel and equity are mine, prudence is mine, strength is mine. I love them that love me, and they that in the morning early watch for me shall find me. I walk in the way of justice in the midst of the paths of judgement. That I may enrich them that love me, and may fill their treasures.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Allelluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou amomg women. Alleluia. To us a life that was lost has been given by thee, O Mother of God, who didst receive from heaven a Son, and gavest to the world a Saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother, that thou speak good things for us in the sight of God, that He turn away His wrath from us. Alleluia.
Secret
Sanctify, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the sacrifices we offer, and, by the most salutary intercession of blessed Mary, Mother of God, Mother of Good Counsel, grant them to be effectual for our salvation. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Most noble queen of the world, Mary, ever a virgin, intercede for our peace and safety, who didst bring forth Christ, Our Lord, the Saviour of all. Alleluia.
Postcommunion
O Lord, mat the venerable intercession of Thy glorious Mother, Mary ever Virgin, be our hope. May she who has showered upon us continual benefits ever make us see what it behoveth us to do, and strengthen us to fulfil the same: Who lives and reigns for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
July 16
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
OGod, Who hast honoured the Order of the most blessed Mary, ever a virgin, Thy mother, with the special title of Carmel, graciously grant that we, who this day celebrate her commemoration with solemn service, may, being protected by her care, be worthy to attain to everlasting joys. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who, without spot, was found the Mother of the Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world containeth not, being made man, shut Himself in thy womb.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Mother of God, the life that had been lost was given us through thee, who didst receive thine offspring from heaven, and didst bring forth a Saviour unto the world. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: As Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him, Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, Yea, rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother, that thou speak good things for us in the sight of God, that He turn away His wrath from us.
Secret
Sanctify, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the sacrifices we offer, and, by the most salutary intercession of blessed Mary, Mother of God, grant them to be effectual for our salvation. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Commemoratione
Communion
Most noble queen of the world, Mary, ever a virgin, intercede for our peace and safety, who didst bring forth Christ, Our Lord, the Saviour of all.
Postcommunion
May the august intercession of Mary, Thy glorious Mother, ever a virgin, help us, O Lord, that those whom it hath heaped with benefits it may deliver from all perils and, by her tender
kindness, make to be of one mind. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Dedication of the Basilica
of Saint Mary of the Snows
August 5
Introit
Hail, holy Parent, that didst bring forth the King who ruleth Heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, that didst bring forth the King who ruleth Heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us, Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and enjoy everlasting gladness. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
From the beginning, and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of Saints.
Gradual
Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who without any violation of purity were found the Mother of our Saviour. V.: Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a Virgin: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of Thy womb.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and by the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this oblation avail us for peace and welfare both now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin, in veneration of whom we have offered up these gifts to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Vigil of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
and the Commemoration of Saint Eusebius, Confessor
14 August
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who didst vouchsafe to choose for Thy dwelling the virginal womb of the blessed Mary, grant, we beseech Thee, that defended by her protection we may assist with joy at her festival. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Saint Eusebius, Confessor.
O God, Who dost gladden us by the annual feast of blessed Eusebius, Thy confessor, mercifully grant that, as we celebrate his natal day, we may also imitate his actions. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. This text copied without authorisation from the SSPX website for Great Britain. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who, without spot, was found the Mother of the Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world containeth not, being made man, shut Himself in thy womb.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: As Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him, Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, Yea, rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst bear the Creator of all things: thou didst bring forth Him Who made thee, and remainest forever a virgin.
Secret
May our offerings be commended to Thy mercy, O Lord, by the prayer of the mother of God, whom Thou hast removed from this world that she may with confidence intercede for us with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Common Preface
The Common Preface is said on weekdays which do not have a preface of their own.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Grant, O merciful God, aid to our weakness, that we, who are looking forward to the festival of the holy Mother of God, may by the aid of her intercession, rise from our iniquity. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
August 15
Introit
A great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. A great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things.
Collect
Almighty and Eternal God, who hast assumed the body and soul of the Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of Thy Son, to celestial glory: grant, we beseech Thee, that always minded toward heavenly things, we may be sharers in the same glory. Through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Judith.
The Lord hath blessed thee by His power, because by thee He hath brought our enemies to nought. Blessed art thou, O daughter, by the Lord the most high God, above all women upon the earth. Blessed be the Lord who made heaven and earth, who hath directed thee to the cutting off the head of the prince of our enemies. Because he hath so magnified thy name this day, that thy praise shall not depart out of the mouth of men who shall be mindful of the power of the Lord for ever, for that thou hast not spared thy life, by reason of the distress and tribulation of thy people, but hast prevented our ruin in the presence of our God. Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people.
Gradual
Hearken, O daughter, and see, and incline thy ear. And the king shall greatly desire thy beauty. All the glory of the king's daughter is within in golden borders.
Alleluia, alleluia. Mary is taken up into heaven: the host of Angels rejoice. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with your spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost, and she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord. And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord. And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. Because He hath regarded the humility of His handmaid; for behold from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. Because He that is mighty, hath done great things to me; and holy is His Name. And His mercy is from generation unto generation, to them that fear Him.
Offertory
I will put enmities between thee and the woman, and thy seed and her seed.
Secret
May the offering of our devotion ascend to Thee, O Lord, and through the intercession of the most Blessed Virgin Mary, assumed into heaven, may our hearts inflamed with the fire of love aspire to Thee for ever. Through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Assumptione
Communion
All generations shall call me blessed, because He that is mighty hath done great things to me.
Postcommunion
Having received, O Lord, Thy most saving sacraments, grant, we beseech Thee, that through the intercession and merits of the Blessed Virgin Mary, assumed into heaven, we may persevere to the glory of the resurrection. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Immaculate Heart of Mary
August 22
Introit
Let us come with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and may find grace for a timely help. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us come with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and may find grace for a timely help. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the heart of the blessed Virgin Mary didst prepare a dwelling worthy of the Holy Ghost; grant in Thy mercy, that we who with devout minds celebrate the festival of that immaculate heart, may be able to live according to Thine own Heart. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Commemoration of
Sts. Timothy, Hippolytus, and Symphorian, Martyrs:
O Lord, we beseech Thee, mercifully lend us Thy help: and through the intercession of Thy blessed Martyrs, Timothy, Hippolytus, and Symphorian, stretch forth upon us the right hand of Thy loving kindness. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger: and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that heakeneth to me, shall not be confounded, and they that work by me, shall not sin. They that explain me, shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
My heart shall rejoice in Thy salvation: I will sing to the Lord, Who giveth me good things: yea I will sing to the name of the Lord the most High. They shall remember Thy name throughout all generations. Therefore shall people praise thee for ever.
Alleluia, alleluia. My soul doth magnify the Lord and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour: because He that is mighty hath done great things to me and holy is His Name.
Secret
We who offer to Thy majesty the Lamb without spot, beseech Thee, O Lord, that our hearts may be kindled by the divine fire which in an ineffable manner inflamed the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Sts. Timothy and Companions:
May the Sacrifice of Thy holy people be acceptable to Thee, O Lord, for the honour of Thy Saints: through whose merits they know that they have received help in tribulation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Jesus saith to His mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that, He saith to the disciple: Behold thy mother. And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own.
Postcommunion
Refreshed by those divine Gifts, we humbly beseech Thee, O Lord, that by the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the solemn feast of whose immaculate heart we now celebrate, we may be delivered from present dangers, and obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Sts. Timothy and Companions:
We who are filled with the bounty of this diving Gift, beseech Thee, O Lord our God, that through the intercession of Thy holy Martyrs, Timothy, Hippolytus and Symphorian, we may partake thereof for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Our Lady, Queen of Apostles
September 5
The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O City of God. Behold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O City of God. Behold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.
Collect
O God, Who didst give the Holy Spirit to the Apostles praying in union with Mary, the Mother of Jesus, grant that, protected by her who is also our Mother and the Queen of Apostles, we may be able faithfully to serve Thy Majesty and to propagate by word and example the glory of Thy name. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Acts of the Apostles
The former treatise I made, O Theophilus, of all things which Jesus began to do and to teach, Until the day on which, giving commandments by the Holy Ghost to the apostles whom he had chosen, he was taken up. To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion, by many proofs, for forty days appearing to them, and speaking of the kingdom of God. And eating together with them, he commanded them, that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but should wait for the promise of the Father, which you have heard (saith he) by my mouth. For John indeed baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit, not many days hence. They therefore who were come together, asked him, saying: Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? But he said to them: It is not for you to know the times or moments, which the Father hath put in his own power: But you shall receive the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you, and you shall be witnesses unto me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and even to the uttermost part of the earth. And when he had said these things, while they looked on, he was raised up: and a cloud received him out of their sight. And while they were beholding him going up to heaven, behold two men stood by them in white garments. Who also said: Ye men of Galilee, why stand you looking up to heaven? This Jesus who is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come, as you have seen him going into heaven. Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount that is called Olivet, which is nigh Jerusalem, within a sabbath day's journey. And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James of Alpheus, and Simon Zelotes, and Jude the brother of James. All these were persevering with one mind in prayer with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.
Gradual
Thou art the Gate of Heaven and Star of the sea, O Virgin Mary, Mother of the eternal King and our Queen. Render us pleasing to thy Son, for all virtue and beauty and glory shines forth from thee.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a virgin hath brought forth God and Man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
It is I, it is I that will sing to the Lord. The valiant men ceased and rested in Israel until a mother arose in Israel. The Lord chose new wars, and He Himself overthrew the gates of the enemies.
Secret
By Thy merciful forgiveness, O Lord, and by the intercession of blessed Mary ever a Virgin, let this offering of ours bring to Thy Church a steady growth in numbers and adornment with brilliant virtues of every kind. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Blessed Mother and Immaculate Virgin, glorious Queen of the world, intercede for us before the Lord: for thou art the glory of Jerusalem, the joy of Israel and the honour of our people.
Postcommunion
Through the patronage of the ever blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Apostles, grant to us, O Lord, who have received the means of salvation, persevering submission to Thy will: so that Thy Church may ever be blessed with new increase. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
September 8
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Nativity may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Grant, we beseech Thee, almighty God, that we, who celebrate the heavenly birthday of Blessed Adrian, Thy Martyr, may, through his intercession, be strengthened in the love of Thy name. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived; neither had the fountains of waters as yet sprung out; the mountains with their huge bulk had not as yet been established: before the hills I was brought forth; He had not yet made the earth, nor the rivers, nor the poles of the world. When He repared the heavens, I was there; when with a certain law and compass He enclosed the depths; when He established the sky above, and poised the fountains of waters; when He compassed the sea with
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without blemish to thy maidenhood, was made the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin, Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art Thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and of all high praise most worthy: for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ our God. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X Continuation of the holy Gospel according to Matthew
The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Abraham begot Isaac. And Isaac begot Jacob. And Jacob begot Judas and his brethren. And Judas begot Phares and Zara of Thamar. And Phares begot Esron. And Esron begot Aram. And Aram begot Aminadab. And Aminadab begot Naasson. And Naasson begot Salmon. And Salmon begot Booz of Rahab. And Booz begot Obed of Ruth. And Obed begot Jesse. And Jesse begot David the king. And David the king begot Solomon, of her that had been the wife of Urias. And Solomon begot Roboam. And Roboam begot Abia. And Abia begot Asa. And Asa begot Josaphat. And Josaphat begot Joram. And Joram begot Ozias. And Ozias begot Joatham. And Joatham begot Achaz. And Achaz begot Ezechias. And Ezechias begot Manasses. And Manesses begot Amon. And Amon begot Josias. And Josias begot Jechonias and his brethren in the transmigration of Babylon. And after the transmigration of Babylon, Jechonias begot Salathiel. And Salathiel begot Zorobabel. And Zorobabel begot Abiud. And Abiud begot Eliacim. And Eliacim begot Azor. And Azor begot Sadoc. And Sadoc begot Achim. And Achim begot Eliud. And Eliud begot Eleazar. And Eleazar begot Mathan. And Mathan begot Jacob. And Jacob begot Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.
Offertory
Truly blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary: the Creator of all things thou didst bear; Him who made thee thou didst bring forth; and a Virgin evermore thou dost remain.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He, whose birth from a maiden, did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this solemn Festival of her Nativity, cleanse us from our sins, and make our offering acceptable in Thy sight: even Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Receive our gifts and our prayers, we beseech Thee, O Lord, cleanse us by the heavenly Mysteries and mercifully hear us. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Nativitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this life present and for life everlasting. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord, our God, that as we rejoice on earth in keeping the memory of Thy saints, so also we may enjoy their company for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Holy Name of Mary
September 12
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant, we beseech Thee, O almighty God, that Thy faithful, happy under the invocation and protection of the most holy Virgin Mary, may, by her dear intercession, be delivered from all evils on earth and be worthy to attain unto eternal joys in heaven. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who with purity unstained was found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world was unable to contain enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man. Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a virgin inviolate: Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a son and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of David his father: and he shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering, said to her: The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail, Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary, ever Virgin, may this offering profit us unto eternal and present prosperity and peace. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that, having received the aids of our salvation, we may always and everywhere be protected by the patronage of Blessed Mary ever virgin, in veneration of whom we have made this offering to Thy majesty. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday in Passion Week and September 15
Commemoration of Saint Nicomedes, Martyr
Introit
There stood by the cross of Jesus, His mother, and His mother's sister Mary of Cleophas, and Salome, and Mary Magdalen. Woman, behold thy son, said Jesus; and to the disciple, Behold thy mother. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. There stood by the cross of Jesus, His mother, and His mother's sister Mary of Cleophas, and Salome, and Mary Magdalen. Woman, behold thy son, said Jesus; and to the disciple, Behold thy mother.
Collect
Grant us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, to enjoy perpetual health of mind and body; and by the glorious intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, to be delivered from present sorrows and to enjoy everlasting gladness. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration Collect of St. Nicodemus
Be present with Thy people, O Lord, that, receiving the reward of the merits of blessed Nicomedes, Thy martyr, it may ever be assisted by his patronage to obtain Thy mercy. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Judith
The Lord hath blessed thee by His power, Who by thee hath brought our enemies to nought. Blessed art thou, O daughter, by the Lord the most high God, above all women upon the earth. Blessed be the Lord Who made Heaven and earth, because He hath so magnified thy name this day, that thy praise shall not depart out of the mouth of men, who shall be mindful of the power of the Lord forever; for that thou hast not spared thy life by reason of the distress and tribulation of thy people, but hast prevented our ruin in the presence of our God.
Gradual
Sorrowful and tearful art thou, O Virgin Mary, standing by the cross of the Lord Jesus, thy Son and Redeemer. O Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole earth containeth not, the Author of life, made man, beareth this anguish of the cross. Alleluia, alleluia. Holy Mary, queen of heaven and mistress of the world, stood by the cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ, sorrowing.
Sequence
At the cross her station keeping, Stood the mournful Mother weeping, Close to Jesus to the last.
Through her heart, His sorrow sharing, All his bitter anguish bearing, Now at length the sword had pass'd.
Oh, how sad and sore distress'd Was that Mother, highly blest Of the sole-begotten One!
Christ above in torment hangs; She beneath beholds the pangs of her dying glorious Son.
Is there one who would not weep Whelmi'd in miseries so deep Christ's dear Mother to behold.
Can the human heart refrain From partaking in her pain, in that Mother's pain untold?
Bruis'd, derided, curs'd, defil'd, She beheld her tender child: All with bloody scourges rent.
For the sins of His own nation, Saw Him hang in desolation, Till His spirit forth He sent.
O thou Mother! Font of love! Touch my spirit from above; Make my heart with thine accord.
Make me feel as thou hast felt; Make my soul to glow and melt With the love of Christ our Lord.
Holy Mother! Pierce me through; In my heart each wound renew Of my Saviour crucified.
Let me share with thee His pain, Who for all my sins was slain, Who for me in torments died.
Let me mingle tears with thee, Mourning Him who mounr'd for me, All the days that I may life.
By the cross with thee to stay, There with thee to weep and pray, Is all I ask of thee to give.
Virgin of all virgins best, Listen to my fond request: Let me share thy grief divine.
Let me, to my latest breath, in my body bear the death Of that dying Son of thine.
Wounded with His every wound, steep my soul till it hath swoon'd In His very blood away.
Be to me, O Virgin, nigh, Lest in flames I burn and die, In His awful Judgment day.
Christ, when Thou shalt call me hence, Be Thy Mother my defence, Be Thy cross my victory.
While my body here decays, May my soul Thy goodness praise, Safe in Paradise with Thee. Amen.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
Now there stood by the cross of Jesus, his mother and his mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His mother:"Woman, behold thy son." After that, He saith to the disciple: "Behold thy mother." And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the presence of the Lord, that thou speak good things for us and turn His wrath from us.
Secret
We offer Thee prayers and sacrifices, O Lord Jesus Christ, humbly entreating that we, who commemorate in our prayers the piercing of the most dear soul of blessed Mary, Thy Mother, may, through the multiplied intercession of her and of her holy companions under the cross, by the merits of Thy death, receive our portion with the blessed. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Commemoration Secret of St. Nicodemus
Graciously receive, O Lord, the gifts offered to Thee, and may the prayer of Thy blessed martyr Nicomedes commend them. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Transfixione
Communion
Happy the senses of the blessed Virgin Mary, which without death earned the palm of martyrdom beneath the cross of our Lord.
Postcommunion
May the sacrifices of which we have partaken, O Lord Jesus Christ, devoutly celebrating the piercing of Thy virgin Mother's soul, obtain for us with Thy clemency the effect of every salutary benefit. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration Postcommunion of St. Nicodemus
May the sacraments we have received purify us, O Lord, and, by the intercession of blessed Nicomedes, Thy martyr, cause us to be absolved from all sin. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Our Lady of La Salette
(Reconciliatrix of Sinners)
September 19
Introit
Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, our Mediator with the Father, who hast appointed the most Blessed Virgin, Thy Mother, to be also our Mother, and our Mediatrix with Thee: grant that whosoever shall approach Thee for some favour, may rejoice at obtaining all things through her: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Genesis
Thus also said God to Noe, and to his sons with him, Behold I will establish my covenant with you, and with your seed after you: And with every living soul that is with you, as well in all birds as in cattle and beasts of the earth, that are come forth out of the ark, and in all the beasts of the earth. I will establish my covenant with you, and all flesh shall be no more destroyed with the waters of a flood, neither shall there be from henceforth a flood to waste the earth. And God said: This is the sign of the covenant which I give between me and you, and to every living soul that is with you, for perpetual generations. I will set my bow in the clouds, and it shall be the sign of a covenant between me, and between the earth. And when I shall cover the sky with clouds, my bow shall appear in the clouds: And I will remember my covenant with you, and with every living soul that beareth flesh: and there shall no more be waters of a flood to destroy all flesh. And the bow shall be in the clouds, and I shall see it, and shall remember the everlasting covenant, that was made between God and every living soul of all flesh which is upon the earth. And God said to Noe: This shall be the sign of the covenant which I have established between me and all flesh upon the earth.
Gradual
Lord God in heaven, Thy truth and mercy extend to the clouds. Thou hast multiplied Thy mercy, O God: the sons of men will hope in the protection of Thy wings.
Alleluia, alleluia. This shall be the sign of the covenant which I have established between Me and all flesh upon the earth. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Be mindful, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the sight of the Lord, to speak good things for us, and to turn away His anger from us.
Secret
To Thee, Lord, do we offer sacrifices of supplication and praise that, with the intercession of the most Blessed Mary, the Reconciliatrix of sinners, having had mercy on our sins, Thou mightest absolve them and direct our wavering hearts. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Most noble Queen of the world, Mary ever Virgin, intercede for our peace and salvation, who didst bring forth Christ our Lord, the Saviour of all mankind.
Postcommunion
May the continuous intercession of the Reconciliatrix, the most blessed Virgin Mary, come to our aid, O Lord, that through this holy commerce with the sacred we might attain both the grace of pity and the reward of eternal redemption. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Our Lady of Ransom
September 24
MASS: Salve Sancta Parens…page except:
Collect
O God, who by means of the most glorious Mother of Thy Son, wast pleased to give new offspring to Thy Church for the deliverance of Christians from the power of the heathen: grant, we beseech Thee, that we too, who love and honour her as the foundress of so great a work, may by her merits and intercession be ourselves delivered from all our sins and from the bondage of the eveil one. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary
October 7
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Whose only-begotten Son, by His life, death, and resurrection hath purchased for us the rewards of eternal life: grant, we beseech Thee, that, meditating on the mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Eternal Shepherd, do Thou look favourably upon Thy flock, which we beseech Thee to guard and keep for evermore through the blessed Mark, Supreme Pontiff, whom Thou didst choose to be the chief shepherd of the whole Church. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companions, Martyrs
May the blessed merits of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, bide with us, O Lord, and make us ever fervent in Thy love. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived Now, therefore, ye children, hear me: blessed are they that keep my ways. Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. Blessed is the man that heareth me, and that watcheth daily at my gates; and waiteth at the posts of my doors. He that shall find me, shall find life, and shall have salvation from the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Gradual
Because of truth, and meekness, and justice: and thy right hand shall conduct thee wonderfully. Hear, O daughter, and see, and incline thine ear; for the King hath desired thy beauty. Alleluia, alleluia. The solemnity of the glorious Virgin Mary, of the seed of Abraham, sprung from the tribe of Juda, of the noble line of David. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to virgin espoused to man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel, How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering said to her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
In me is all grace of the way and of the truth; in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Like a rose planted on the rivers I have borne fruit.
Secret
Grant us, we beseech Thee, O Lord, to be fittingly prepared for the offering of these gifts, and, through the mysteries of the most holy Rosary, so to meditate upon the life, passion, and glory of Thine only-begotten Son that we may become worthy of His promises. Who with Thee lives and reigns, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Eternal Shepherd, do Thou look favourably upon Thy flock, which we beseech Thee to guard and keep for evermore through the blessed Mark, Supreme Pontiff, whom Thou didst choose to be the chief shepherd of the whole Church. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companion Martyrs
May the blessed merits of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, bide with us, O Lord, and make us ever fervent in Thy love. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Send forth flowers, as the lily, and yield a smell, and bring forth leaves in grace, and praise with canticles, and bless the Lord in His works.
Postcommunion
Let us pray. May we be assisted, we beseech Thee, O Lord, by the prayers of Thy most holy Mother, whose Rosary we celebrate, that the virtue of the mysteries we adore may be shared and the effect of the sacraments we have received may be obtained. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Since Thy Church has been nourished by the sacred repast, govern her in Thy clemency, we beseech Thee, O Lord, so that under the guidance of Thy mighty rule she may enjoy greater freedom and abiding integrity of religion. Through the Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companions Martyrs
May we be fortified, O Lord, by the reception of Thy sacraments, and protected, through the intercession of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, by heavenly armour against all the malice that assaileth us. Through the Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Motherhood of the Blessed Virgin Mary
October 11
Introit
Behold, a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Behold, a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things.
Collect
O God, Who didst will that at the message of an angel Thy word should take flesh in the womb of the Blessed Virgin Mary: grant that we, Thy suppliants, who believe her to be truly the mother of God, may be helped by her intercession with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
There shall come forth a rod out of the root of Jesse, and a flower shall rise up out of his root. And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him.
Alleluia, alleluia. O Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, being made man, imprisons Himself in thy womb. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, when they returned, the child Jesus remained in Jerusalem; and His parents knew it not. And thinking that He was in the company, they came a day's journey, and sought Him amongst their kin folks and acquaintance. And not finding Him, they returned into Jerusalem, seeking Him. And it came to pass that after three days they found Him in the temple sitting in the midst of the doctors, hearing them, and asking them questions.And all that heard Him were astonished at His wisdom and His answers. And seeing Him, they wondered. And His mother said to Him: Son, why hast Thou done so to us? Behold Thy father and I have sought Thee sorrowing. And He said to them: How is it that you sought Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father's business? And they understood not the word that He spoke unto them. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth: and was subject to them.
Offertory
When His mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, Mother of Thine only-begotten Son, may this offering be of avail to us for welfare and peace now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the eternal Father.
Postcommunion
May this communion, O Lord, purge away our guilt and, by the intercession of blessed Mary the Mother of God, make us companions of Him, Who is our heavenly healing. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Our Lady of the Pillar
October 12
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS… of the Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary except:
Collect
Almighty and eternal God, who in the most glorious Mother of Thy Son hast wondrously given us a heavenly protectress: mercifully grant us perpetual protection through her aid whom we devoutly honour under the special title of Our Lady of the Pillar. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit. God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Refuge of Sinners
October 20
Thou, O Lord, art compassionate and merciful, patient and of much mercy, and true. O look upon us and have mercy on us: save the children of Thine handmaid, the Mother of Thy Son, the Queen of all the world. Incline Thine ear, O Lord, and hear me; for I am needy and poor. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Thou, O Lord, art compassionate and merciful, patient and of much mercy, and true. O look upon us and have mercy on us: save the children of Thine handmaid, the Mother of Thy Son, the Queen of all the world. Incline Thine ear, O Lord, and hear me; for I am needy and poor.
Collect
O God most kind, who as a salvation for sinners and a refuge for the miserable, didst will the Blessed Virgin Mary to be the Mother of Thine only Son and the distributor of His graces; grant we pray, that while celebrating the memory of this most loving Mother’s heart, we may obtain for sinners the grace of conversion, and for all the faithful an abundance of heavenly gifts. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. John Cantius
Grant, we beseech Thee, O almighty God, that by the example of St. John, Thy Confessor, we may make progress in the science of the Saints, and by showing mercy to others may obtain through his merits forgiveness from Thee. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
Have mercy upon us, O God of all, and behold us, and shew us the light of thy mercies: Gather together all the tribes of Jacob: that they may know that there is no God besides thee, and may declare thy great works: and thou shalt inherit them as from the beginning. Have mercy on thy people, upon whom thy name is invoked: and upon Israel, whom thou hast raised up to be thy firstborn. Have mercy on Jerusalem, the city which thou hast sanctified, the city of thy rest. Fill Sion with thy unspeakable words, and thy people with thy glory. Give testimony to them that are thy creatures from the beginning, and raise up the prophecies which the former prophets spoke in thy name. Reward them that patiently wait for thee, that thy prophets may be found faithful: and hear the prayers of thy servants, According to the blessing of Aaron over thy people, and direct us into the way of justice.
Gradual
O Virgin Mother, do not forget when in the presence of the Lord to speak to Him in our favour, so that He may turn from us His anger. Remember the days of Thy lowliness, invoke the Lord, speak to the King in our favour and deliver us from death.
Alleluia, alleluia. If I have found favour in thy sight, give me my people for which I request: for they are given up to be destroyed and to perish. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to John
At that time there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee: and the mother of Jesus was there. And Jesus also was invited, and his disciples, to the marriage. And the wine failing, the mother of Jesus saith to him: They have no wine. And Jesus saith to her: Woman, what is that to me and to thee? my hour is not yet come. His mother saith to the waiters: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye. "What is that to me"... These words of our Saviour, spoken to his mother, have been understood by some commentators as harsh, they not considering the next following verse: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye, which plainly shows that his mother knew of the miracle that he was to perform, and that it was at her request he wrought it; besides the manner of speaking the words as to the tone, and the countenance shown at the same time, which could only be known to those who were present, or from what had followed: for words indicating anger in one tone of voice, would be understood quite the reverse in another.
Now there were set there six water pots of stone, according to the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three measures apiece. Jesus saith to them: Fill the water pots with water. And they filled them up to the brim. And Jesus saith to them: Draw out now, and carry to the chief steward of the feast. And they carried it. And when the chief steward had tasted the water made wine, and knew not whence it was, but the waiters knew who had drawn the water; the chief steward calleth the bridegroom, And saith to him: Every man at first setteth forth good wine, and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse. But thou hast kept the good wine until now. This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee; and manifested his glory, and his disciples believed in him.
Offertory
Out of love for Thy Mother, turn not away from us, O Lord, Thy mercy; but be pleased with the sacrifice we offer Thee today, for those who put their trust in Thee are never deceived.
Secret
O Lord, our Redeemer, whose death we commemorate in this sacrifice, by its merits and by the prayers of Thy most loving Mother Mary look kindly upon those who have offended Thee, that they may be converted from their wrong paths, serve Thee in penance, and thus be delivered from eternal damnation: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Queen of the world, most loving Mary ever Virgin, obtain for us by thy prayers peace and salvation, thou who didst bring forth Christ the Lord, the Saviour of all.
Postcommunion
O God, who has left us in this holy Table a help so precious for our mortal life; forget not Thy mercies, we pray; receive kindly the prayers which the Blessed Virgin Mary with all her heart continually pours forth for sinners and deign to bring them back to the path of righteousness and peace: Who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
November 21
Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who was pleased that on this day the Blessed Virgin, the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit, should be presented in the Temple, grant, we beseech Thee, that, by her intercession, we may deserve to be presented in the temple of Thy glory. Through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
From the beginning, and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before him. And so I was established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who without spot was found the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin Mother of God, He, Whom the whole world cannot contain, hath shut Himself within thy womb, becoming man. Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise, for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ, our God. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him; Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, "Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God, and keep it."
Offertory
Hail, Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
Through Thy mercy, O Lord, and by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this oblation give us prosperity and peace both now and forever. Through Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Having received, O Lord, these helps to our salvation, grant, we beseech Thee, that we may be ever protected by the patronage of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we have made these offerings to Thy majesty. Through same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
November 27
Introit
It shall be a sign in thy hand, and as a memorial before thine eyes, and that the law of the Lord be always in thy mouth. O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon His name: tell forth His deeds among the nations. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. It shall be a sign in thy hand, and as a memorial before thine eyes, and that the law of the Lord be always in thy mouth. O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon His name: tell forth His deeds among the nations.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, Who hast willed that the most blessed Virgin Mary, Thy mother, sinless from the first moment of her conception, should be glorified by countless miracles: grant that we, who never cease from imploring her patronage, may attain in the end to eternal happiness. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Collect for the Feria
Stir up, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the wills of Thy faithful people, that they more earnestly seeking the fruit of divine service, may receive more abundantly healing gifts from Thy tender mercy. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns, with Thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of the Apocalypse of blessed John the Apostle.
A great sign appeared in Heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. And she brought forth a Man-Child, Who was to rule all nations with an iron rod: and her Son was taken up to God, and to His throne. And there were given to the woman two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the desert unto her place. And the serpent cast out of his mouth after the woman, water as it were a river: that he might cause her to be carried away by the river. And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the river, which the dragon cast out of his mouth.
Gradual
Remember the marvellous works which He hath done: His wonders, and the judgments of His mouth. He placed in them the words of His signs: and of His wonders in the land. Alleluia, alleluia. His going forth is from the topmost Heaven: nor is there any that can hide from His heat. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
At that time there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee: and the Mother of Jesus was there. And Jesus also was invited, and His disciples, to the marriage. And the wine failing, the Mother of Jesus saith to Him: "They have no wine." And Jesus saith to her: "Woman, what is that to Me or to thee? My hour is not yet come." His Mother saith to the waiters: "Whatsoever He shall say to you, do ye." Now there were set there six water-pots of stone, according to the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three measures apiece. Jesus saith to them: "Fill the water pots with water." And they filled them up to the brim. And Jesus said to them: "Draw out now, and carry to the chief steward of the feast." And they carried it. And when the chief steward had tasted the water made wine, and knew not whence it was, but the waiters knew who had drawn the water: the chief steward calleth the bridegroom, and saith to him: "Every man at first setteth forth good wine: and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now." This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee and manifested His glory, and His disciples believed in Him.
Offertory
Jesus said to the disciple, Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her for his own.
Secret
Moved by the pleading of the blessed Virgin Mary, in answer to whose prayers Jesus Christ Thy Son wrought the first of His miracles: vouchsafe unto us, O Lord God, to minister in cleanness of heart unto the sacrament of the body and blood of the same Thy Son, so as to deserve to sit down to the everlasting banquet of eternity. Through the same Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Secret for the Feria
Be gracious, O Lord to our humble entreaties; and receiving the offerings and prayers of Thy people, turn the hearts of all of us to Thee: that freed from greed of earthly things, we may pass on to heavenly desires. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Renew the signs, and work fresh marvels; glorify Thy hand and Thy right arm; hasten the time, and remember the end, and let them declare Thy wondrous works.
Postcommunion
O Lord God almighty, Who hast willed that all things should be given to us through the Immaculate Mother of Thy Son: grant that under the protection of this mighty Mother, we may escape all the dangers of these our times, and in the end may come to life everlasting. Through same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Postcommunion for the Feria
Grant unto us, we beseech Thee, O Lord that through these Sacraments, which we have received, whatsoever in our minds is corrupt, may be cured by the gift of their healing power. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Immaculate Conception
of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 8
Introit
I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, and my soul shall be joyful in my God: for He hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, and with the robe of justice He hath covered me, as a bride adorned with her jewels. I will extol Thee, O Lord, for Thou hast upheld me: and hast not made my enemies to rejoice over me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen.
Collect
O God, Who, by the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin, didst prepare a worthy dwelling for Thy Son, we beseech Thee that Thou, Who, by the death, foreseen by Thee, of the same Thy Son, didst preserve her from all stain, wilt grant us also, by her intercession, to come to Thee pure in heart. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived; neither had the fountains of waters as yet sprung out; the mountains with their huge bulk had not as yet been established: before the hills I was brought forth; He had not yet made the earth, nor the rivers, nor the poles of the world. When He repared the heavens, I was there; when with a certain law and compass He enclosed the depths; when He established the sky above, and poised the fountains of waters; when He compassed the sea with
Gradual
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, by the Lord, the most high God, above all women, upon the earth. Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people.
Alleluia, alleluia. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and there is in thee no stain of original sin. Alleluia.
In votive Masses from Septuagesima, the Alleluia and the V. Thou art all fair…is replaced by the Tract.
Tract
The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O city of God. A man is born in her, and the Highest Himself hath founded her.
During Paschaltide is said as above:
Allelluia, alleluia. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and there is in thee no stain of original sin. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with your spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.
Offertory
Hail, Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Secret
Receive, the saving Victim, which we offer Thee, O Lord, on the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and grant that, as we confess that by Thy preserving grace she was kept free from every stain; so, by her intercession, we may be delivered from all our faults. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Commemoration of the Advent Feria.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Conceptione Immaculata
Communion
Glorious things are told of thee, O Mary; for He who is mighty hath done great things to thee.
Postcommunion
May the Sacraments which we have received, O Lord, our God, heal in us the wounds of that sin, from which Thou didst uniquely preserve blessed Mary, conceived immaculate. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 11
Introit
Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who regardest the humble and removest Thine eyes from the proud, grant that we Thy Servants may imitate with pure heart the humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who pleased Thee by her virginity and who by her humility became the Mother of the Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
And by my power I have trodden under my feet the hearts of all the high and low: and in all these I sought rest, and I shall abide in the inheritance of the Lord. Then the creator of all things commanded, and said to me: and he that made me, rested in my tabernacle, And he said to me: Let thy dwelling be in Jacob, and thy inheritance in Israel, and take root in my elect. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of saints. I was exalted like a cedar in Libanus, and as a cypress tree on mount Sion. I was exalted like a palm tree in Cades, and as a rose plant in Jericho: As a fair olive tree in the plains, and as a plane tree by the water in the streets, was I exalted. I gave a sweet smell like cinnamon and aromatic balm: I yielded a sweet odour like the best myrrh:
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following is said instead:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to virgin espoused to man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel, How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering said to her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
Through the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mother of God, mat this offering, we beseech Thee, O Lord, obtain us the grace of true humility and take from our hearts the concupiscence of the flesh and of the eyes and all worldly ambition, so that we may live soberly and justly and piously and thus attain our eternal reward. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia).
Postcommunion
May the partaking of this sacrament remove from us the stain of sin, O Lord, and through the prayers of the glorious and blessed Virgin Mary bring us by the road of humility unto the kingdom of heaven. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The celebrant, with his assistants, kneels before the altar; he intones the words, 'Thou shalt sprinkle me' and 'I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills' and the remainder of the Antiphon and Psalm is taken up by the choir and congregation, who stand. Meanwhile the celebrant sprinkles with holy water the altar and himself, then the clergy and the people, who bow and cross themselves.
Psalm 121
Antiphon Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, O Lord, and I shall be clean: Thou shalt wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.
I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills:
All: from whence cometh my help.
My help cometh even from the Lord: who hath made heaven and earth.
He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: and He that keepeth thee will not sleep.
Behold, He that keepeth Israel: shall neither slumber nor sleep.
The Lord Himself is thy keeper: the Lord is thy defence upon thy right hand.
So that the sun shall not smite thee by day: neither the moon by night.
The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: yea, it is even He that shall keep thy soul.
The Lord shall preserve thy going out, and thy coming in: from this time forth for evermore.]
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. Amen.
Antiphon Thou shalt sprinkle me with hyssop, O Lord, and I shall be clean: Thou shalt wash me and I shall be whiter than snow.
V. O Lord, open Thou our lips:
R. And our mouth shall show forth Thy praise.
V. Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord?
R. Even he that hath clean hands and a pure heart.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
Guide us, O Almighty Father, in all our doings, and from Thy heavenly throne send down Thy holy Angel to be with Thy people who have met together to serve and to worship Thee; through Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Invocation
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
Canticle
Antiphon I will go unto the Altar of God: Even unto the God of my joy and gladness.
I was glad when they said unto me: we will go into the house of the Lord.
I will be glad and rejoice in Thee: yea, my songs will I make of Thy Name, O Thou most Highest.
O send out Thy light and Thy truth, that they may lead me: and bring me to Thy holy hill, and to Thy dwelling.
And that I may go unto the Altar of God, even unto the God of my joy and gladness: and upon the harp will I give thanks unto Thee, O God my God.
The Lord is in His holy temple: the Lord's seat is in heaven.
The heavens declare the glory of God: and the firmament showeth His handiwork.
O magnify the Lord our God, and worship Him upon His holy hill: for the Lord our God is holy.
The Lord shall give strength unto His people: the Lord shall give His people the blessing of peace.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. Amen.
Antiphon
I will go unto the Altar of God: Even unto the God of my joy and gladness.
Versicles
V. Our help is in the Name of the Lord.
R. Who hath made heaven and earth.
V. Turn us again, O Lord, and quicken us:
R. That Thy people may rejoice in Thee.
V. Trust ye in the Lord for ever:
R. For our Rock of Ages is the Lord.
Confiteor
All: O Lord, Thou hast created us to be immortal and made us to be an image of Thine own eternity; yet often we forget the glory of our heritage and wander from the path which leads to righteousness. But Thou, O Lord, hast made us for Thyself and our hearts are ever restless till they find their rest in Thee. Look with the eyes of Thy love upon our manifold imperfections and pardon all our shortcomings, that we may be filled with the brightness of the everlasting light and become the unspotted mirror of Thy power and the image of Thy goodness; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Absolution
God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, X bless, preserve and sanctify you; the Lord in His loving kindness look down upon you and be gracious unto you; the Lord absolve you from all your sins and grant you the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
FIRST CENSING
The censer is brought to the celebrant who puts incense into it and blesses it saying silently:
Mayest thou be + blessed by Him in whose honour thou shalt be burned.
The celebrant censes the altar, after which the people stand.
INTROIT FIRST VARIABLE PART
(All say the Introit)
The celebrant signs himself with the sign of the Cross as he begins the Introit.
In Masses for the dead, he makes this sign over the text in the Missal
V. Peace be with you.
In Masses for the Dead: The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Kyrie
All:
Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison.
Christe eleison. Christe eleison. Christe eleison.
Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison. Kyrie eleison.
Gloria
Omit the Gloria during Lent and Advent and in Masses for the Dead.
Glory be to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men of goodwill. We praise Thee, we bless Thee, we worship Thee, we glorify Thee; we give thanks to Thee for Thy great glory, O Lord God, Heavenly King, God the Father Almighty.
O Lord (Jesus) Christ, the only-begotten Son {alone-born} of the Father; O Lord God, Indwelling Light, Son of the Father, whose wisdom mightily and sweetly ordereth all things, pour forth Thy love; Thou whose strength upholdeth and sustaineth all creation, receive our prayer; Thou whose beauty shineth through the whole universe, unveil Thy glory.
For Thou only art holy; Thou only art the Lord; Thou only, O Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, art most high in the glory of + God the Father. Amen.
COLLECT(S) SECOND VARIABLE PART
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known and from whom no secrets are hid; cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of Thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love Thee, and worthily magnify Thy holy Name; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
The Collect of the day is said and may be followed by others concluding with the following Collect.
Teach us, O Lord, to see Thy life in all the peoples of Thine earth, and so guide the nations into an understanding of Thy laws that peace and goodwill may reign upon earth; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
EPISTLE THIRD VARIABLE PART
The people are seated. At Solemn Celebration the Epistle is read by the Subdeacon (or a separate Epistoler may be appointed).
The Epistle being ended, all stand and say or sing:
Thanks be to God.
GRADUAL: TRACT: ALLELUIA: SEQUENCE: FOURTH VARIABALE PART
Priest: He that loveth wisdom loveth life:
All: and they that seek her early shall be filled with joy.
Teach me, O Lord, the way of Thy statutes: and I shall keep it unto the end.
Give me understanding, and I shall keep Thy law, yea, I shall keep it with my whole heart.
The path of the just is as the shining light: shining more and more unto the perfect day.
Munda Cor Meum
At Solemn Celebration the Gospel is read by the Deacon (or a separate Gospeller may be appointed). He kneels before the centre of the altar and intones the following prayer:
Cleanse my heart and my lips, O God, who by the hand of Thy Seraph didst cleanse the lips of the prophet Isaiah with a burning coal from Thine altar, and in Thy loving-kindness so purify me that I may worthily proclaim Thy holy Gospel; through Christ our Lord.
R. Amen.
The celebrant blesses the Gospeller in the following words:
May the Lord be in {my|thy} heart and on {my|thy} lips, that through {my|thy} heart the love of God may shine forth, and through {my|thy} lips His power be made manifest. R. Amen.
GOSPEL - FIFTH VARIABLE PART
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
As soon as the Gospel is announced all say or sing the following, making the sign of the cross with the right thumb upon the forehead, lips and breast successively:
R. Glory be to Thee, O Lord.
The Gospel ended, all say or sing:
Praise be to Thee, O Christ.
The Sermon
Priest: In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. R. Amen.
If there be a sermon, it follows here.
And now to God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Ghost, Three Persons in one God, be ascribed, as is most justly due, all honour, might, majesty, power, dominion, and praise, now, henceforth and for evermore. R. Amen.
Creed
I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only-begotten {alone-born} Son of God; begotten of His Father before all ages, God of God, Light of Light, Very God of Very God, begotten, not made, being of one Substance with the Father, by whom all things were made. Who for us and for our salvation came down from heaven (here all genuflect in reverence for the mystery of the Incarnation) and was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary, and was made man. (All rise again.) And was crucified also for us; under Pontius Pilate He suffered, and was buried. And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father. And He shall come again with glory to judge both the quick and the dead; whose Kingdom shall have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Giver of Life. Who proceedeth from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son together is worshipped and glorified, who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic and apostolic Church. I acknowledge one baptism for the remission of sins. And I look for the resurrection of the dead and the Xlife of the world to come. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace
O Lord Jesus Christ, who didst say to Thine apostles: 'Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you,' regard not our weakness, but the faith of Thy Church, and grant her that peace and unity which are agreeable to Thy holy will and commandment. R. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace, which follows, may first be given by the celebrant to one of the clergy, in which case, it would be passed from one to another in the sanctuary and then to the people.
V. The peace of the Lord be always with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
At the conclusion of the Salutation of Peace, or instead of it, the celebrant may intone:
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Offerings
A hymn is usually sung here, while the offertory alms are collected.
The Oblations
From the rising up of the sun even unto the going down of the same the Lord's Name shall be magnified; and in every place incense shall be offered unto His Name and a pure offering. There shall be heard in this place the voice of joy and the voice of gladness, the voice of them that shall bring the sacrifice of praise into the house of the Lord.
The celebrant offers the host.
OFFERTORY PRAYER - SIXTH VARIABLE PART
We adore Thee, O God, who art the source of all life and goodness, and with true and thankful hearts we offer unto Thee this token of Thine own life-giving gifts bestowed upon us, Thou who art the giver of all.
He pours wine and a little water into the chalice.
According to immemorial custom, we now mix water with this wine, praying Thee, O Lord, that we may evermore abide in Christ and He in us.
He offers the chalice.
We offer unto Thee, O Lord, this chalice with joy and gladness; may the worship which we offer ascend before Thy Divine Majesty as a sacrifice, pure and acceptable in Thy sight; through Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
SECOND CENSING
The celebrant censes the oblations and the altar in the prescribed manner and says:
As this incense rises before Thee, O Lord, so let our prayer be set forth in Thy sight. Let Thy holy Angels encompass Thy people and breathe forth upon them the spirit of Thy blessing.
As he returns the censer to the thurifer or Deacon, he says:
May the Lord enkindle within us the fire of His love and the flame of everlasting charity.
The clergy, choir and people are censed in order of rank. The people stand as the thurifer approaches them and bow before and after being censed. During the censing of the choir and people the The celebrant recites the Lavabo in a low tone, raising his voice for the Gloria.
Lavabo
I will wash my hands in innocency, O Lord: and so will I go to Thine altar.
That I may show the voice of thanksgiving: and tell of all Thy wondrous works.
Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house: and the place where Thine honour dwelleth.
My foot standeth right: I will praise the Lord in the congregations.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son: and to the Holy Spirit.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be: through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
V. Brethren {Brothers and Sisters}, pray that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God the Father Almighty.
R. May the Lord receive the sacrifice at thy hands and sanctify our lives in His service.
We lay before Thee, O Lord, these Thy creatures of bread and wine, in token of our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving; for here we offer and present unto Thee ourselves, our souls and bodies, to be a holy and continual sacrifice unto Thee, that we, who are very members incorporate in the mystical body of Thy Son, which is the blessed company of all faithful people, may hear that His most joyful voice: 'Come unto Me, O ye that be blessed of My Father, and possess the kingdom which is prepared for you from the beginning of the world,' through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, ever one God throughout all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Preface
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Lift up your hearts.
R. We lift them up unto the Lord.
V. Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.
R. It is meet and right so to do.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
It is truly meet and right for our salvation, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto Thee, O holy Lord, Father almighty, everlasting God; and that we should praise and bless, and proclaim Thee, in the Annunciation (or Visitation, or Assumption, or Nativity, or Presentation, or Immaculate Conception or Transfixion or Festival or Veneration or Espousal) of the blessed Mary, ever-Virgin: Who also conceived Thine only-begotten Son by the overshadowing of the Holy Spirit, and the glory of her virginity still abiding, gave forth to the world the everlasting Light, Jesus Christ our Lord. Through Whom the angels praise Thy Majesty, the Dominations worship it, and the Powers stand in awe. The heavens and the heavenly hosts together with the blessed Seraphim in triumphant chorus unite to celebrate it. Together with them we entreat Thee, bid our voices also to be admitted, while we say with lowly praise:
Sanctus
The people kneel and say or sing the following.
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts, Heaven and earth are full of Thy Glory; glory be to Thee, O Lord most high.
+ Blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
Wherefore, O most loving Father, we Thy servants do pray Thee, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, to +receive, to +purify and to + hallow this oblation which we make unto Thee. We desire to offer this holy Sacrifice first for Thy holy catholic Church; that it may please Thee to grant her peace, to watch over her, to bring her to unity and to guide her throughout the world; likewise that it may please Thee to bless and keep all Thy people, to give them increase of grace to bring forth the fruits of the spirit, to guide all nations into unity, peace and concord, and to endue their rulers with wisdom and understanding. Especially do we pray for N. our Queen and all that are put in authority under her, N. our Presiding Bishop, me, Thy unworthy servant, for all our bishops, clergy and faithful, and for all here present, whose faith and devotion are known unto Thee. We do also call to mind all who in this transitory life are in trouble, sorrow, need, sickness, or any other adversity (especially) Likewise do we offer it for all those Thy children whom it hath pleased Thee to deliver from the burden of the flesh (especially for ), that, freed from earthly toil and care, (he) (she) they may enjoy the felicity of Thy Presence, evermore praising Thee in word and deed, O God everlasting, living, and true.
In this joyful Sacrifice, we are uniting with Thy holy Church throughout the ages. We lift our hearts in adoration to Thee, O God the Son, who art consubstantial and coeternal with the Father. In the mystery of Thy boundless love, Thou didst send forth Thine own divine life into the universe, yet Thou art unchangeable and ever abiding within Thyself.
Through Thine eternal Sacrifice, Thou dost continually uphold all creation, dying in very truth that we may live. Thus didst Thou offer Thyself as the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.
Thou, who art omnipotent and all pervading, resting not by night or day, art ever pouring Thy strength and Thy blessing through Thy Holy Ones, who live but to do Thy will as perfect servants of Thy wondrous power, to whom we ever offer heartfelt love and reverence.
Thou, O Holy Lord, in Thine ineffable wisdom, ordained for us this Blessed Sacrament of Thy love, that through it we may not only commemorate in symbol Thine eternal Oblation, but verily take part in it; that within the limitations of time and space, we may perpetuate Thine enduring Sacrifice by which the world is nourished and sustained.
With his hands spread over the offerings, he continues:
Wherefore, O holy Lord, Father Almighty, we pray Thee to look down on and accept these offerings, which we Thy servants and Thy whole household do make unto Thee, in obedience to the command of Thy most blessed Son, our Lord Jesus Christ;
Which offerings do Thou, O Father, deign with Thy Holy Spirit and Word to + bless, + approve and + ratify, that they may become for us His most precious + Body and + Blood.
Who the day before He suffered took bread into His holy and venerable hands, and with His eyes lifted up to heaven unto Thee, God, His Almighty Father, giving thanks to Thee, He + blessed, brake and gave it to His disciples, saying: Take and eat ye all of this, for
THIS IS MY BODY.
In like manner, after He had supped, taking also this noble chalice into His holy and venerable hands, again giving thanks to Thee, He + blessed it and gave it to His disciples, saying: Take and drink ye all of this, for
THIS IS MY BLOOD.
As oft as ye shall do these things, ye shall do them in remembrance of Me.
After some moments of silent adoration, the following verse shall be sung very softly, all devoutly kneeling:
All: Thee we adore, O hidden Splendour, Thee,
Who in Thy Sacrament dost deign to be;
We worship Thee beneath this earthly veil,
And here Thy Presence we devoutly hail.
Prayers of Intent
Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we Thy humble servants, bearing in mind the ineffable sacrifice of Thy Son, the mystery of His wondrous incarnation, His blessed passion, His mighty resurrection, and His triumphant ascension, do here make before Thy Divine Majesty the memorial which our Lord hath willed us to make, and we do offer unto Thee this, the most precious gift which Thou hast bestowed upon us: this pure + Host, this +holy Host, this + glorious Host, the + holy Bread of life everlasting, and the + Chalice of eternal salvation.
This do we present before Thee in token of our love and of the perfect devotion and sacrifice of our minds and hearts to Thee; and we pray that Thou wouldst command Thy holy Angel to bear our oblation to Thine altar on high, there to be offered by Him who, as the eternal High Priest, for ever offers Himself as the eternal Sacrifice.
And as He hath ordained that the heavenly Sacrifice shall be mirrored here on earth through the ministry of mortal men, to the end that Thy holy people may be knit more closely into fellowship with Thee, we do pray for Thy servant who ministers at this altar, that, meetly celebrating the mysteries of the most holy +Body and + Blood of Thy Son, he may be + filled with Thy mighty power and blessing.
He makes this last cross upon himself
Likewise we pray Thee to sanctify Thy people here present with these Thy heavenly gifts, and through these mysteries do Thou +hallow, + quicken and + bless them, that both in their hearts and in their lives they may show forth Thy praise and glorify Thy holy Name.
He makes with the Host the sign of the cross three times over the Chalice, as he says:
All these things do we ask, O Father, in the Name and through the mediation of Thy most blessed Son, for we acknowledge and confess with our hearts and lips that + by Him were all things made, yea, all things both in heaven and earth; + with Him as the indwelling Life do all things exist, and + in Him as the transcendent Glory all things live and move and have their being:
Then horizontally twice between the Chalice and his breast.
To whom with Thee, O mighty + Father, in the unity of the Holy + Spirit, be ascribed all honour and glory, throughout the ages of ages. R. Amen.
The celebrant here holds the Host directly over the Chalice and raises both to the level of his eyes.
The Lord's Prayer
Let us pray.
Instructed by the words of sacred Scripture and following the tradition of holy Church from of old, we now say:
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive them that trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
[For Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Communion of Saints
H ere do we give unto Thee, O Lord, most high praise and hearty thanks for the wonderful grace and virtue declared in the holy Lady Mary (ever Virgin) and in all Thy glorious Saints from the beginning of the world, who have been the choice vessels of Thy grace and a shining light unto many generations.
Here the celebrant crosses himself with the paten.
And we + join with them in worship before Thy great white throne, whence flow all love and light and blessing through all the worlds which Thou hast made.
O Son of God, who showest Thyself this day upon a thousand altars and yet art one and indivisible, in token of Thy great Sacrifice we break This Thy Body, ...
Here he breaks the Host in half over the Chalice, and with a small Particle thereof makes the sign of the cross thrice over the Chalice, and finally at the words one in Thee drops the Particle into the Chalice.
…praying that by this action, ordained from of old, Thy X strength, Thy X peace and Thy X blessing, which Thou dost give us in this holy Sacrament, may be spread abroad upon Thy world; and as Thou, O Lord Christ, wast made known to Thy disciples in the breaking of bread, so may Thy many children know themselves to be one in Thee, even as Thou art one with the Father. R. Amen.
Salutation of Peace
If the Salutation of Peace was said earlier:
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
O Lord Jesus Christ, who didst say to Thine apostles: 'Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you,' regard not our weakness, but the faith of Thy Church, and grant her that peace and unity which are agreeable to Thy holy will and commandment. R. Amen.
The Salutation of Peace, which follows, is given to all assembled by the Celebrant who with outstretched hands faces the congregation, or it is first given by the Celebrant to one of the clergy. It is then passed from one to another in the sanctuary. The last recipient turns towards the people and, with outstretched hands, sings the words:
V. The peace of the Lord be always with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Holy Communion
O Thou who in this adorable Sacrament hast left us a living memorial and pledge of Thy marvellous love for mankind, and dost therein graciously draw us into wondrous and mystic communion with Thee, grant us so to receive the sacred mysteries of Thy Body and Blood that our souls may be lifted into the immensity of Thy love, and that, being filled with a high endeavour, we may ever be mindful of Thine indwelling Presence and breathe forth the fragrance of a holy life. R. Amen.
The celebrant communicates himself then administers to the other clergy and servers.
The people meanwhile may say privately the following prayer:
Unto Thee, O Perfect One, the Lord and Lover of mankind, do we commend our life and hope. For Thou art the Heavenly Bread, the Life of the whole world; Thou art in all places and endurest all things, the Treasury of endless good and the Well of infinite compassion.
After the celebrant and those in the sanctuary have received Holy Communion, he blesses the people with a Particle, as he says:
YE +that desire to partake of the Body [and Blood] of the Lord, draw nigh and receive this most holy Sacrament.
The people should come forward to the Communion rail and kneel.
As he administers the Holy Communion to each, the celebrant says:
The Body + [and Blood] of our Lord Christ keep thee unto life eternal.
He purifies the chalice and washes his hands.
The Communion being ended, the celebrant says:
Under the veil of earthly things now have we communion with our Lord Jesus Christ; soon with open face shall we behold Him, and, rejoicing in His glory, be made like unto Him. Then shall His true disciples be brought by Him with exceeding joy before the presence of His Father's glory.
COMMUNION VERSE - SEVENTH VARIABLE PART
All stand and say or sing:
Amen. Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
POSTCOMMUNION - EIGHTH VARIABLE PART
Let us pray. The people kneel.
We who have been refreshed with Thy heavenly gifts do pray Thee, O Lord, that Thy grace may be so grafted inwardly in our hearts, that it may continually be made manifest in our lives; through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who liveth and reigneth with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through ages of ages. R. Amen.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Ite, missa est.
R. Deo gratias.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
V. Let us bless the name of the Lord.
R. Both now and for evermore.
V. Our help is in the name of the Lord.
R. Who hath made heaven and earth.
Benediction
The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God and of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the X Father, the X Son and the Holy XSpirit, be amongst you and remain with you always. R. Amen.
Hail Mary… (repeated thrice)
Salve Regina
Hail holy Queen, Mother of Mercy; Hail our life, our sweetness and our hope! To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary!
V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
O God, our refuge and our strength, look down in mercy on Thy people who cry to Thee; and by the intercession of the glorious and Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of God, of St. Joseph her Spouse, of Thy blessed Apostles Peter and Paul, and of all the Saints, in mercy and goodness hear our prayers for the conversion of sinners, and for the liberty and exaltation of our holy Mother the Church. Through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Or
Almighty and everlasting God, Who by the working of the Holy Spirit didst prepare both body and soul of the glorious Virgin Mother, Mary, that she might deserve to be made a worthy dwelling for Thy Son, grant that we who rejoice in her memory, may, by her loving intercession, be delivered from present evils and from lasting death, through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Holy Michael Archangel, defend us in the day of battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. – May God rebuke him, we humbly pray: and do thou, Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God thrust down to hell Satan and all wicked spirits, who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. R. Amen.
Repeated thrice
V. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
R. Have mercy upon us.
Regina Caeli (Eastertide)
Queen of Heaven, rejoice! Alleluia!
For He whom thou didst merit to bear, Alleluia!
Is risen as He said. Alleluia!
Pray for us to God. Alleluia!
Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, Alleluia!
For the Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Let us pray:
O God, who gavest joy to the world through the resurrection of Thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ, grant, that we may obtain, through His Virgin Mother, Mary, the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Memorare
Remember, O most compassionate Virgin Mary, that never was it known, that any one who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly to thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come, before thee I (kneel) stand, sinful and sorrowful. Despise not my petitions, O Mother of the Word, but graciously hear and answer them. Amen.
Angelus
The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary,
R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary…
V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord,
R. Be it done unto me according to Thy word.
Hail Mary...
V. And the Word was made flesh,
R. And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary...
V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray.
Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we, to whom the incarnation of Christ, Your Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may by His passion and cross be brought to the glory of His resurrection, through the same Christ our Lord. R. Amen.
Sub Tuum Praesidium
We fly to thy patronage, O holy Mother of God; despise not our petitions in our necessities, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. R. Amen.
May the divine assistance remain always with us! R. Amen.
Common of Feasts of the Blessed Virgin
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following is said instead:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this offering be of avail to us for welfare and peace now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
MASSES OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN
These can be said on Saturdays and as Votive Masses according to the different Seasons.
I. MASS: RORATE COELI
IN ADVENT
(During Advent ordinary Votive Masses are not allowed.)
Introit
Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just: let the earth be opened and bud forth a Saviour. Lord, Thou hast blessed Thy land: Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just: let the earth be opened and bud forth a Saviour. Lord, Thou hast blessed Thy land: Thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob.
The Gloria is not said, except on Saturdays.
Collect
O God, who was pleased that, at the message of an Angel, Thy Word should take flesh in the womb of the blessed Virgin Mary, grant to us Thy suppliants, that we, who believe her to be truly the Mother of God, may be helped by her intercession with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
2nd Collect of the Advent Feria
Lesson from the Prophet Isaias
In those days the Lord spoke to Achaz, saying: Ask thee a sign of the Lord thy God, either unto the depth of hell, or unto the height above. And Achaz said: I will not ask, and I will not tempt the Lord. And He said: Hear ye therefore, O house of David: Is it a small thing for you to be grievous to men, that you are grievous to my God also? Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign. Behold a Virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. He shall eat butter and honey, that He may know to refuse the evil, and to choose the good.
Gradual
Lift up your gates, O ye princes; and be ye lifted up, O eternal gates: and the King of glory shall enter in. Who shall ascend into the mountain of the Lord, or who shall stand in His holy place? The innocent in hands and clean of heart.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the Angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the Angel answering, said to her: The Holy Spirit shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren: because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of Grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in veneratione.
Behold a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel.
Postcommunion
Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts: that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ Thy Son was made known by the message of an Angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of the Resurrection. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
2nd Postcommunion of the Advent Feria
II. MASS: VULTUM TUUM
FROM THE EPIPHANY TO THE PURIFICATION
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat Thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King; her neighbours shall be brought to Thee in gladness and rejoicing. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia.) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat Thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King; her neighbours shall be brought to Thee in gladness and rejoicing. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia.) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who through the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary hast given to mankind the rewards of eternal salvation, grant, we beseech Thee, that we may experience her intercession for us through whom we were made worthy to receive the Author of life, our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Epistle of blessed Paul the Apostle
Dearly beloved, the goodness and kindness of God our Saviour hath appeared: not by the works of justice, which we have done, but according to His mercy He saved us by the laver of regeneration, and renovation of the Holy Ghost, Whom He hath poured forth upon us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour: that, being justified by His grace, we may be heirs according to hope of life everlasting: in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Gradual
Thou art beautiful above the sons of men: grace is poured abroad in thy lips. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King: my tongue is the pen of a scrivener that writeth swiftly.
Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a virgin: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The Continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the shepherds said one to another, Let us go over to Bethlehem, and let us see this word that is come to pass, which the Lord hath showed to us. And they came with haste; and they found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in a manger. And seeing, they understood of the word that had been spoken to them concerning this child. And all that heard wondered: and at those things that were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these words, pondering them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God, for all the things they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.
Offertory
For thou art happy, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise: because from thee arose the sun of justice, Christ our God.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Et te in Veneratione)
Postcommunion
May this Communion, O Lord, cleanse us from guilt: and through the intercession of the blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, make us sharers of the heavenly remedy.Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
III. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
FROM THE PURIFICATION UNTIL THE SATURDAY AFTER SEXAGESIMA SUNDAY
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth Him Who is God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
For thou art happy, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise: because from thee arose the sun of justice, Christ our Lord.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
IV. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
IN PASCHALTIDE
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst bear the Creator of all things: didst bring forth Him who made thee, and for ever remainest a virgin. Alleluia.
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
V. MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS
FROM TRINITY SUNDAY UNTIL ADVENT
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and possess eternal joy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the Unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
AS the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and mine inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that hearkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the following Alleluia is said in the place of the one above.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Tract is said instead of the Gradual and Alleluia:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we offered this Sacrifice to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 11
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who regards the humble and removes Thine eyes from the proud, grant that we thy servants may imitate with pure heart the humility of the blessed Virgin Mary, who pleased thee by her virginity and who by her humility became the Mother of Thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ: Who with Thee lives and reigns, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
In all things, I sought rest, and I shall abide in the inheritance of the Lord. Then the Creator of all things commanded, and said to me: and He that made me rested in my tabernacle. And He said to me: Let thy dwelling be in Jacob, and thine inheritance in Israel, and take root in Mine elect. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem: and I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God His inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of Saints. I was exalted like a cedar in Libanus, and as a cypress tree on mount Sion: I was exalted like a palm tree in Cades, and as a rose plant in Jericho, as a fair olive-tree by the water in the streets, I was exalted. I gave a sweet smell like cinnamon and aromatic balm: I yielded a sweet odour like the best myrrh.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
Through the prayers of the blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, may this offering, we beseech Thee, O Lord, obtain for us the grace of true humility and take from our hearts the concupiscence of the flesh and of the eyes and all worldly ambition, so that we may live soberly and justly and piously and thus attain our eternal reward. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleuia.)
Postcommunion
May the partaking of this Sacrament remove from us the stain of sin, O Lord, and through the prayers of the glorious and blessed Virgin Mary bring us by the road of humility unto the kingdom of heaven. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Espousals of the Blessed Virgin Mary
January 23
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Espousals may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He whose birth from a maiden did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this festival of her Espousals, cleanse us from sin and make our offering pleasing in Thy sight, Jesus Christ our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Desponsatione
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this present life and for life eternal. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
The Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary - February 2
The Blessing of the Candles and the Procession
The Blessing
The priest, vested in a purple cope, blesses the candles, which are placed near the altar.
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
Let us pray.
O Holy Lord, Father almighty, everlasting God, who hast created all things out of nothing, and by Thy command hast caused this liquid to become perfect wax by the labour of bees: and who, on this day didst fulfil the petition of the righteous man Simeon: we humbly entreat Thee, that by the invocation of Thy most holy Name and through the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin whose feast is today devoutly observed, and by the prayers of all Thy Saints, Thou wouldst vouchsafe to bless + and sanctify + these candles for the service of men and for the health of their bodies and souls, whether on land or on sea: and that Thou wouldst hear from Thy holy heaven, and from the throne of Thy Majesty the voices of this Thy people, who desire to carry them in their hands with honour, and to praise Thee with hymns; and wouldst be propitious to all that call upon Thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O almighty and everlasting God, who on this day didst present Thine only-begotten Son in Thy holy temple to be received in the arms of holy Simeon: we humbly entreat Thy clemency, that Thou wouldst vouchsafe to bless X and sanctify X and to kindle with the light of Thy heavenly benediction these candles, which we, Thy servants, desire to receive and to bear lighted in the honour of Thy Name: that, by offering them to Thee our Lord God, being worthily inflamed with the holy fire of Thy most sweet charity, we may deserve to be presented in the holy temple of Thy glory. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O Lord Jesus Christ, the true Light who enlightens every man that cometh into this world: pour forth Thy blessing X upon these candles, and sanctify X them with the light of Thy grace, and mercifully grant, that as these lights enkindled with visible fire dispel the darkness of night, so our hearts illumined by invisible fire, that is, by the splendour of the Holy Spirit, may be free from the blindness of all vice, that the eye of our mind being cleansed, we may be able to discern what is pleasing to Thee and profitable to our salvation; so that after the perilous darkness of this life we may deserve to attain to never failing light: through Thee, O Christ Jesus, Saviour of the world, who in the perfect Trinity, lives and reigns, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O almighty and everlasting God, who by Thy servant Moses didst command the purest oil to be prepared for lamps to burn continuously before Thee: vouchsafe to pour forth the grace of Thy blessing X upon these candles: that they may so afford us light outwardly that by Thy gift, the gift of Thy Spirit may never be wanting inwardly to our minds. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Let us pray.
O Lord Jesus Christ, who appearing on this day among men in the substance of our flesh, was presented by Thy parents in the temple: whom the venerable and aged Simeon, illuminated by the light of Thy Spirit, recognized, received into his arms, and blessed: mercifully grant that, enlightened and taught by the grace of the same Holy Spirit, we may truly acknowledge Thee and faithfully love Thee; Who with God the Father in the unity of the same Holy Spirit lives and reigns, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The celebrant sprinkles the candles three times with holy water, saying the anthem Asperges me Domine . . ., and also incensing them thrice.
The Distribution
During the distribution the choir sings the Canticle of Simeon. The antiphon is repeated after each verse.
Anthem
A light for the revelation of the Gentiles: and for the glory of Thy people Israel.
After which is sung the following:
The Canticle of Simeon
Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace : according to thy word.
For mine eyes have seen : thy salvation,Which thou hast prepared : before the face of all people;To be a light to lighten the Gentiles : and to be the glory of thy people Israel. Gloria patri etc. ...
After which is sung the following:
Anthem
Arise, O Lord, help us and deliver us for Thy Name's sake. We have heard, O God, with our ears: our fathers have declared to us. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, for ever and ever. Arise, O Lord, help us and deliver us for Thy Name's sake. We have heard, O God, with our ears: our fathers have declared to us.
After Septuagesima, and not on a Sunday, the deacon says:
V. Let us kneel.
R. Arise.
Let us pray.
We beseech Thee, O Lord, hearken unto Thy people, and grant that by the light of Thy grace, we may inwardly attain to those things which Thou grantest us outwardly to venerate by this yearly observance. Through Christ our Lord.
R. Amen
The Procession
The deacon turns to the people and says:
V. Let us go forth in peace.
R. In the Name of Christ. Amen.
The procession takes place in the usual order, all bearing the lighted candles: the following anthems are sung the while:
Adorn thy bridal-chamber, O Sion, and welcome Christ the King: with loving embrace greet Mary who is the very gate of heaven; for she bringeth to thee the glorious King of the new light: remaining ever a Virgin yet she bearest in her arms the Son begotten before the day-star: even the Child, whom Simeon taking into his arms, declared to the peoples to be the Lord of life and death, and the Saviour of the world.
Anthem
Simeon received an answer from the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death before he had seen the Christ of the Lord; and when they brought the Child into the temple, he took Him into His arms, and blessed God, and said: Now dost Thou dismiss Thy servant, O Lord, in peace.
When His parents brought in the Child Jesus, to do for Him according to the custom of the law, he took Him into His arms.
On entering the church, the choir sings:
They offered for Him to the Lord a pair of turtle doves, or two young pigeons: * As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
After the days of the purification of Mary, according to the law of Moses, were fulfilled, they carried Jesus to Jerusalem, to present Him to the Lord. * As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, for ever and ever.
As it is written in the Law of the Lord.
Mass
Introit
We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple; according to Thy Name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of Justice. Great is the Lord, and exceedingly to be praised, in the city of God, in his holy mountain. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple; according to Thy Name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth: Thy right hand is full of Justice. Great is the Lord, and exceedingly to be praised, in the city of God, in his holy mountain.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, we humbly beseech Thy Majesty, that as Thine only begotten Son was this day presented in the temple in substance of our flesh, so Thou wouldst cause us too with purified hearts to be presented unto Thee. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Prophet Malachias
Thus saith the Lord God: Behold I send my angel, and he shall prepare the way before my face. And presently the Lord, whom you seek, and the angel of the testament, whom you desire, shall come to his temple. Behold he cometh, saith the Lord of hosts. And who shall be able to think of the day of his coming? and who shall stand to see him? for he is like a refining fire, and like the fuller's herb: And he shall sit refining and cleansing the silver, and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and shall refine them as gold, and as silver, and they shall offer sacrifices to the Lord in justice. And the sacrifice of Juda and of Jerusalem shall please the Lord, as in the days of old, and in the ancient years; saith the Lord almighty.
Gradual
We have received Thy mercy, O God, in the midst of Thy temple: according to Thy name, O God, so also is Thy praise unto the ends of the earth. As we have heard, so we have seen, in the city of our God, and in His holy mountain.
Alleluia, alleluia. An old man was carrying a Child; but the Child was the old man’s Lord. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. An old man… are omitted and the following Tract is said instead.
Tract
Now Thou dost dismiss Thy servant, O Lord, according to Thy word in peace. Because mine eyes have seen Thy salvation. Which Thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples. A light to enlighten the Gentiles, and the glory of Thy people Israel.
The candles should be held lighted during the Gospel and from the beginning of the Canon to the Communion.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
And after the days of her purification, according to the law of Moses, were accomplished, they carried him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord: As it is written in the law of the Lord: Every male opening the womb shall be called holy to the Lord: And to offer a sacrifice, according as it is written in the law of the Lord, a pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons: And behold there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel; and the Holy Ghost was in him.
And he had received an answer from the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Christ of the Lord. And he came by the Spirit into the temple. And when his parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him according to the custom of the law, He also took him into his arms, and blessed God, and said: Now thou dost dismiss thy servant, O Lord, according to thy word in peace; Because my eyes have seen thy salvation, Which thou hast prepared before the face of all peoples: A light to the revelation of the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
Offertory
Grace is poured abroad in thy lips; therefore hath God blessed thee for ever, and for ages of ages.
Secret
O Lord, graciously hear our prayers: and that the gifts we offer in the sight of Thy Majesty may be worthy, grant us the help of Thy mercy. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Preface of the Nativity
Communion
Simeon received an answer from the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death, until he had seen the Christ of the Lord.
Postcommunion
We beseech Thee, O Lord our God, that the most holy Mysteries, which Thou hast given us to safeguard our regenerated nature, may, through the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, be to us a healing remedy, both for the present and for the future. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Apparition of the Immaculate Virgin Mary at Lourdes - February 11
Introit
I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. My heart hath uttered a good world: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. My heart hath uttered a good world: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who by the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin didst prepare a worthy dwelling for Thy Son: we humbly beseech Thee, that we, who celebrate the apparition of this Blessed Virgin, may obtain health of soul and body. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who with Thee, lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of the Apocalypse of Blessed John the Apostle
And the temple of God was opened in heaven: and the ark of His testament was seen in His temple, and there were lightnings, and voices, and an earthquake, and great hail. And a great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars: And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying: Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ.
Gradual
The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come, the voice of the turtle is heard in our land. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come; my dove in the cleft of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall.
Alleluia, alleluia. Show me thy face, let thy voice sound in mine ears, for thy voice is sweet and thy face comely. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. Show me thy face are omitted and the following Tract is said:
Tract
Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and the original stain is not in thee. Truly happy art thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise; for with thy virginal foot thou hast crushed the serpent’s head.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying, and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus.
Offertory
Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women.
Secret
May this sacrifice of praise which we offer to Thee, O Lord, through the merits of the glorious and Immaculate Virgin, be to Thee as a sweet -smelling savour, and may it bring to us the health of soul and body which we desire. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who with Thee, lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin
Et te in Conceptione Immaculata
Communion
Thou hast visited the earth, and hast plentifully watered it: thou hast many ways enriched it.
Postcommunion
O Lord, may the right hand of Thine Immaculate Mother uplift us whom Thou hast satisfied with heavenly food: that by her help we may win through to our eternal homeland. Who lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Interior Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary - April 12
Introit
The Lord hath greatly desired Mary’s beauty; for He is her Lord; and she shall be the throne of God for ever and ever, the sceptre of uprightness, the sceptre of his kingdom. Alleluia, alleluia. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within; in golden borders, clothed round about with varieties. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. The Lord hath greatly desired Mary’s beauty; for He is her Lord; and she shall be the throne of God for ever and ever, the sceptre of uprightness, the sceptre of his kingdom. Alleluia, alleluia. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within; in golden borders, clothed round about with varieties.
Collect
O God, who didst make the Blessed Virgin Mary surpass all creatures as perfect partaker and image of Christ’s interior virtues, grant we pray, that we may so venerate Mary’s interior life as to become through her conformed to Christ and through Him perfectly united to Thee. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Canticle of Canticles
I am the flower of the field, and the lily of the valleys. As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. As the apple tree among the trees of the woods, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow, whom I desired: and his fruit was sweet to my palate. He brought me into the cellar of wine, he set in order charity in me. Stay me up with flowers, compass me about with apples: because I languish with love. His left hand is under my head, and his right hand shall embrace me. I adjure you, O ye daughters of Jerusalem, by the roes, and the harts of the, fields, that you stir not up, nor make the beloved to awake, till she please. The voice of my beloved, behold he cometh leaping upon the mountains, skipping over the hills. My beloved is like a roe, or a young hart. Behold he standeth behind our wall, looking through the windows, looking through the lattices. Behold my beloved speaketh to me: Arise, make haste, my love, my dove, my beautiful one, and come. For winter is now past, the rain is over and gone. The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come: the voice of the turtle is heard in our land: The fig tree hath put forth her green figs: the vines in flower yield their sweet smell. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come: My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall, show me thy face, let thy voice sound in my ears: for thy voice is sweet, and thy face comely.
Gradual
Arise, O Lord, into Thy resting place; thou and the ark which Thou hast sanctified. The Lord hath sworn truth to Mary; and He will not make it void: of the fruit of Thy womb I will set upon my throne. This is His rest for ever and ever: here will He dwell for He hath chosen it.
Alleluia, alleluia. Her enemies He will clothe with confusion but upon her shall His sanctification flourish. Alleluia.
Tract
I sat down under his shadow, whom I desired, and his fruit was sweet to my palate. He brought me into the cellar of wine, he set in order charity in me. Stay me up with flowers, compass me about with apples, because I languish with love. My beloved to me and I to him; my soul melted when he spoke. I adjure you, O daughters of Jerusalem, that you tell him that I languish with love.
Sequence
[Omitted in Votive Masses]
All the beauty of the King’s Daughter, who is a marvel of fullness of grace, comes to her from within.
More precious than her title of Mother, than the flower of her virginity, is the charity of her pure heart.
There purity reigns, and peace that nought can trouble, and light without the slightest cloud.
Seek where you will recall any moment of her life, nowhere is there any stain.
Before He is enshrined in her chaste womb, God already resides in her loving heart, and this last is the greater grace.
Already full of grace she is, and yet what abundant gifts the Son pours out on His Mother!
Vile in her own esteem, humble, magnanimous, she is pleasing in the eyes of God.
She believes and understands; she hopes and immediately reapes the fruits of her unwavering faith.
As she accepts the joyful message, so she submits completely to the painful sword.
She put away her mortal dwelling and puts on immortality, for she cannot bear the force of love.
Now you no longer die of love; you burn with heavenly flames; you possess what you so ardently desired.
You love the more perfectly because above all Saints you are elevated to peerless glory.
Grant that the fires burning within you without consuming you, may also be kindled in our hearts.
O Mother of the living, make your Son live in our hearts.
Amen. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the Angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the Angel answering, said to her: The Holy Spirit shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren: because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Holiness becometh the house of God: let us worship her Bridegroom Christ indwelling in her, alleluia.
Secret
O Lord, may the Holy Spirit, who wounded the heart of Thy Son’s Mother and set it on fire with so much love, also perfectly possess our hearts; in order that, as He always acted freely in her, He may crucify our flesh with its vices and concupiscence and thus also operate our sanctification. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
This place is holy and in it the Priest prays for the failings and sins of the people, alleluia.
Postcommunion
May the Son repose within us, O Lord, and find there His delights; and just as Thou didst make Him ours through the Virgin Mary, in whom He dwelt and found His delight, so may we be worthy through her and in Thy Son to be Thine always and everywhere. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady, Mother of the Divine Shepherd - May 12
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS….. of the Common of the B.V.M. except
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, Good Shepherd, who didst give Thy life for Thy sheep and didst on the Cross commend us, Thy people and the sheep of Thy pasture, to the Virgin Mother, grant through her prayers that by following thee as our shepherd on earth, we may be brought to the pastures of life eternal in heaven: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady Help of Christians - May 24
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O almighty and merciful God, who didst wondrously appoint the most Blessed Virgin perpetual help for Christians in need of protection: grant in Thy mercy that after battling in life under such a protectress, we may be able to conquer our enemy at death. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
From the beginning and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and mine abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
For the triumph of the Christian faith we immolate to Thee, O Lord, these victims of propitiation; may the Blessed Virgin’s help render them of profit to us, for such a perfect victory ever comes through her. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
(Et te in Festivitate)
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
After refreshing Thy people with a participation of Thy Body and Blood, O Lord, come to their aid, so that with the help of Thy Blessed Mother they may be freed form all evil and danger, and preserved in good works.: Who lives and reigns in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Most Pure Heart of Mary - Second Saturday after Corpus Christi
Introit
All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within, in golden borders, clothed round about with variety: after her shall virgins be brought to the King, her neighbours shall be brought unto thee. (Alleluia, alleluia) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the glory of the King’s Daughter is within, in golden borders, clothed round about with variety: after her shall virgins be brought to the King, her neighbours shall be brought unto thee. (Alleluia, alleluia) My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the heart of Blessed Mary the Virgin didst prepare a dwelling worthy of the Holy Spirit: mercifully grant, that we who with devout minds celebrate the festival of that most pure Heart, may be enabled to live according to Thine own Heart. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Canticle of Canticles
Put me as a seal upon thy heart, as a seal upon thy arm, for love is strong as death, jealousy as hard as hell, the lamps thereof are fire and flames. Many waters cannot quench charity, neither can the floods drown it: if a man should give all the substance of his house for love, he shall despise it as nothing.
Gradual
Naught that is defied cometh into her: she is the brightness of eternal light, and the unspotted mirror of God’s Majesty; and the image of His goodness. I to my beloved, and my beloved to me, who feedeth among the lilies. Alleluia, alleluia. My soul doth magnify the Lord: and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: The Mother of Jesus said to Him: Son, why hast Thou done so to us? Behold, Thy father and I have sought Thee sorrowing. And He said to them: How is it that you sought me? Did you not know that I must be about my Father’s business? And they understood not the word that He spoke unto them. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them. And His Mother kept all these words in her heart.
Offertory
Because thou hast done manfully, and hast strengthened thy heart: therefore also the hand of the Lord hath strengthened thee, and thou shalt be blessed for ever.
Secret
To Thy majesty, O Lord, we offer up the Lamb without blemish, beseeching Thee that in our hearts may be enkindled that divine fire, which so ineffably consumed the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Under the shadow of Him whom I desired have I sat down, and His fruit is sweet to my taste.
Postcommunion
Refreshed by Thy divine gifts, we humbly entreat Thee, O Lord, that by the intercession of the blessed Virgin Mary whose most pure Heart we now solemnly celebrate, we may be delivered from present dangers, and obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through our Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady Mediatrix of all Graces - May 31
Introit
Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, our Mediator with the Father, who hast appointed the most Blessed Virgin, Thy Mother, to be also our Mother, and our Mediatrix with Thee: grant that whosoever shall approach Thee for some favour, may rejoice at obtaining all things through her: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Prophet Isaias
All ye that thirst, come ye to the waters: and you that have no money make haste, buy, and eat: Come ye, buy wine and milk without money, and without any price. Why do you spend money for that which is not bread, and your labour for that which doth not satisfy you? Hearken diligently to me, and eat that which is good, and your soul shall be delighted in fatness. Incline your ear and come to me: hear and your soul shall live. Behold thou shalt call a nation, which thou knewest not: and the nations that knew not thee shall run to thee, because of the Lord thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel, for he hath glorified thee.
Gradual
In me is all grace of the way and of the truth: in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me all you that desire me, and be filled with my fruits.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail, thou Mother of mercy, thou Mother of hope and of grace, O Mary. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. Hail, thou Mother… are omitted and the following is said:
Tract
I am the root and stock of David, the bright and morning star. And the Spirit and the Bride say: Come. And he that thirsteth let him come; and he that will, let him take of the water of life freely.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead:
Alleluia, alleluia. Lift thine eyes up round about and see; all these are gathered together; they are come to thee. Alleluia. Thy sons are coming from afar, and thy daughters shall rise up at thy side. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Be mindful, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the sight of the Lord, to speak good things for us, and to turn away His anger from us.
Secret
By the prayers of Thy Mother and our Mediatrix, O Lord, we beseech Thee, that the offering of this sacrifice, through the bestowal of Thy grace may perfect us into an eternal offering to thee: Who lives and reigns with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Truly wonderful art thou, O Mary, and thy face is full of graces. (Alleluia.)
Postcommunion
May the prayer, O Lord, of Blessed Mary, Thy Mother and our Mediatrix, assist us: that through the bestowal of Thy grace, and these most holy mysteries, we may attain to an increase of everlasting redemption: Who lives and reigns with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary - May 31
Introit
This Introit is used on the Feast Day.
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Introit
This Introit is used in Votive Masses of the Queenship of the B.V.M.
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant, O Lord, we beseech Thee, to those who are celebrating this solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary our Queen: that safe in her protection we may deserve to enjoy present peace and future glory. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Collect
Graciously hear us, O God, our Saviour, that, as we rejoice in the festival of blessed Petronilla, Thy virgin, so we may be taught by the spirit of pious devotion. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
I came out of the mouth of the Most High, the firstborn before all creatures. I dwelt in the highest places, and my throne is in a pillar of cloud. And I have stood in all the earth and in every people, and in every nation I have had the chief rule. And by my, power I have trodden under my feet the hearts of all the high and low. He that heareth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting. called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst take thy stand beneath the Cross of the Lord. Alleluia. Now with Him dost thou reign for ever. Alleluia.
Gradual
Outside Paschaltide
Upon his cloak and upon his thigh he hath a name written: King of kings and Lord of lord. The Queen takes her place at his right hand in gold of Ophir.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail, Queen of mercy, Do thou protect us from the enemy, and at the hour of death receive us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
+The continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a Virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the Virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call His name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High. And the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
That Mary springs from royal stock shines out: with most devout mind and spirit do we beg the help of her prayers.
(P.T. Alleluia).
Secret
Accept, O Lord, we beseech Thee, the gifts which Thy Church in her joy doth offer Thee: may we receive in return , through the merits and intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary our Queen, all help for salvation. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
In Votive Masses the word “festival” is replaced with “veneration”.
Secret
Secret for the commemoration of Saint Petronilla.
May the offering of Thy consecrated people be accepted by Thee, O Lord, in honour of Thy saints, by whose merits it knoweth that it hath received aid in time of trouble. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
O Queen of the world, most worthy, Mary, Virgin perpetual, intercede on behalf of our peace and safety, thou who didst bring forth Christ the Lord, the Saviour of us all.
(P.T. Alleluia).
Postcommunion
We have reached the end, O Lord, of the solemnities for this festivity of holy Mary our Queen: in her honour exultantly we performed them: may her intercession be salutary on our behalf. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Postcommunion
Postcommunion Prayer for the commemoration of Saint Petronilla.
Thou hast filled Thy household, O Lord, with holy gifts; do Thou cherish us always, through the intercession of her whose festival we are keeping. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
July 2
Introit
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Visitation may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian
O God, who dost guard and protect us by the glorious confession of Thy holy Martyrs Processus and Martinian: grant that we may both profit by their example and rejoice in their intercession. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
Behold He cometh, leaping over the hills. My beloved is like a roe or a young hart. Behold He standeth behind our wall; looking through the windows, looking through the lattices. Behold my beloved speaketh to me, Arise, make haste, my love, my dove, my beautiful one; and come. For winter is now past, the rain is over and gone. The flowers have appeared in our land, the time of pruning is come, the voice of the turtle is heard in our land; the fig tree hath put forth her green figs, the vines in flower yield their sweet smell. Arise, my love, my beautiful one, and come, My dove in the clefts of the rock, in the hollow places of the wall, show me thy face, let thy voice sound in my ear; for thy voice is sweet, and thy face comely.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without blemish to thy maidenhood, was made the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin, Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art Thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and of all high praise most worthy: for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ our God. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X Continuation of the holy Gospel according to St. Luke.
At that time Mary rising up went into the hill country with haste into a city of Juda: and she entered into the house of Zachary, and saluted Elizabeth. And it came to pass, that when Elizabeth head the salutation of Mary, the infant leaped in her womb: and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost: and she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord. And Mary saith: My soul doth magnify the Lord: and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
Offertory
Truly blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary: the Creator of all things thou didst bear; Him who made thee thou didst bring forth; and a Virgin evermore thou dost remain.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He, whose birth from a maiden, did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this solemn Festival of her Visitation, cleanse us from our sins, and make our offering acceptable in Thy sight: even Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian:
Do Thou, O Lord, receive our prayers and gifts: and that they may be found worthy to Thy sight, may we be helped by the prayers of Thy Saints. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Visitatione
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this life present and for life everlasting. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Processus and Martinian:
We who have fed at the Sacrifice of Thy most holy Body and precious Blood, beseech Thee, O Lord our God: that what we do with godly devotion may bring us sure salvation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of Good Counsel
July 10
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival day in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Good Counsel, in whose solemnity the Angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my words to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of agaes. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival day in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Good Counsel, in whose solemnity the Angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. Alleluia, alleluia. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my words to the King.
Collect
O God, Who didst give us the Mother of Thy beloved Son for our Mother: and wert pleased by a wondrous apparition to glorify a beauteous picture of her: grant, we beseech Thee, that ever hearkening to her counsels, we may be enabled to live according to Thy Heart, and happily to reach our home in heaven. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Ecclesiasticus
AS the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and mine inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that hearkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
I wisdom dwell in counsel, and am present in learned thoughts. Blessed is the man that heareth me, and that watcheth daily at my gates, and waiteth at the posts of my doors.
Alleluia, alleluia. He that shall find me shall find life, and shall have salvation from the Lord. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Allelluia and the V. He that shall find are omitted and the following is said:
Tract
Counsel and equity are mine, prudence is mine, strength is mine. I love them that love me, and they that in the morning early watch for me shall find me. I walk in the way of justice in the midst of the paths of judgement. That I may enrich them that love me, and may fill their treasures.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Allelluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou amomg women. Alleluia. To us a life that was lost has been given by thee, O Mother of God, who didst receive from heaven a Son, and gavest to the world a Saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time the Angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin, espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And the Angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying: and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the Angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God: behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and shalt bring forth a son, and thou shalt call His Name Jesus. He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob for ever, and of His Kingdom there shall be no end.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother, that thou speak good things for us in the sight of God, that He turn away His wrath from us. Alleluia.
Secret
Sanctify, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the sacrifices we offer, and, by the most salutary intercession of blessed Mary, Mother of God, Mother of Good Counsel, grant them to be effectual for our salvation. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Most noble queen of the world, Mary, ever a virgin, intercede for our peace and safety, who didst bring forth Christ, Our Lord, the Saviour of all. Alleluia.
Postcommunion
O Lord, mat the venerable intercession of Thy glorious Mother, Mary ever Virgin, be our hope. May she who has showered upon us continual benefits ever make us see what it behoveth us to do, and strengthen us to fulfil the same: Who lives and reigns for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
July 16
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a festival in honour of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for whose solemnity the angels rejoice and join in praising the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
OGod, Who hast honoured the Order of the most blessed Mary, ever a virgin, Thy mother, with the special title of Carmel, graciously grant that we, who this day celebrate her commemoration with solemn service, may, being protected by her care, be worthy to attain to everlasting joys. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who, without spot, was found the Mother of the Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world containeth not, being made man, shut Himself in thy womb.
Alleluia
Alleluia, alleluia. Mother of God, the life that had been lost was given us through thee, who didst receive thine offspring from heaven, and didst bring forth a Saviour unto the world. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: As Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him, Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, Yea, rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother, that thou speak good things for us in the sight of God, that He turn away His wrath from us.
Secret
Sanctify, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the sacrifices we offer, and, by the most salutary intercession of blessed Mary, Mother of God, grant them to be effectual for our salvation. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Commemoratione
Communion
Most noble queen of the world, Mary, ever a virgin, intercede for our peace and safety, who didst bring forth Christ, Our Lord, the Saviour of all.
Postcommunion
May the august intercession of Mary, Thy glorious Mother, ever a virgin, help us, O Lord, that those whom it hath heaped with benefits it may deliver from all perils and, by her tender
kindness, make to be of one mind. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Dedication of the Basilica
of Saint Mary of the Snows
August 5
Introit
Hail, holy Parent, that didst bring forth the King who ruleth Heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, that didst bring forth the King who ruleth Heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak of my works to the King.
Collect
Grant to us, Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body: and through the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin may be delivered from present sorrow and enjoy everlasting gladness. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
From the beginning, and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before Him. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of Saints.
Gradual
Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who without any violation of purity were found the Mother of our Saviour. V.: Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a Virgin: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him: Blessed is the womb that bore Thee and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said: Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of Thy womb.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and by the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this oblation avail us for peace and welfare both now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
O Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that we who have received these aids unto salvation, may be always and everywhere protected by the intercession of Blessed Mary ever Virgin, in veneration of whom we have offered up these gifts to Thy Majesty. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Vigil of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
and the Commemoration of Saint Eusebius, Confessor
14 August
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who didst vouchsafe to choose for Thy dwelling the virginal womb of the blessed Mary, grant, we beseech Thee, that defended by her protection we may assist with joy at her festival. Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Saint Eusebius, Confessor.
O God, Who dost gladden us by the annual feast of blessed Eusebius, Thy confessor, mercifully grant that, as we celebrate his natal day, we may also imitate his actions. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. This text copied without authorisation from the SSPX website for Great Britain. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who, without spot, was found the Mother of the Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world containeth not, being made man, shut Himself in thy womb.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: As Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him, Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, Yea, rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God and keep it.
Offertory
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, who didst bear the Creator of all things: thou didst bring forth Him Who made thee, and remainest forever a virgin.
Secret
May our offerings be commended to Thy mercy, O Lord, by the prayer of the mother of God, whom Thou hast removed from this world that she may with confidence intercede for us with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Common Preface
The Common Preface is said on weekdays which do not have a preface of their own.
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Grant, O merciful God, aid to our weakness, that we, who are looking forward to the festival of the holy Mother of God, may by the aid of her intercession, rise from our iniquity. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
August 15
Introit
A great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. A great sign appeared in heaven: A woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things.
Collect
Almighty and Eternal God, who hast assumed the body and soul of the Immaculate Virgin Mary, Mother of Thy Son, to celestial glory: grant, we beseech Thee, that always minded toward heavenly things, we may be sharers in the same glory. Through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Judith.
The Lord hath blessed thee by His power, because by thee He hath brought our enemies to nought. Blessed art thou, O daughter, by the Lord the most high God, above all women upon the earth. Blessed be the Lord who made heaven and earth, who hath directed thee to the cutting off the head of the prince of our enemies. Because he hath so magnified thy name this day, that thy praise shall not depart out of the mouth of men who shall be mindful of the power of the Lord for ever, for that thou hast not spared thy life, by reason of the distress and tribulation of thy people, but hast prevented our ruin in the presence of our God. Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people.
Gradual
Hearken, O daughter, and see, and incline thy ear. And the king shall greatly desire thy beauty. All the glory of the king's daughter is within in golden borders.
Alleluia, alleluia. Mary is taken up into heaven: the host of Angels rejoice. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with your spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time: Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost, and she cried out with a loud voice, and said: Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For behold as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. And blessed art thou that hast believed, because those things shall be accomplished that were spoken to thee by the Lord. And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord. And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. Because He hath regarded the humility of His handmaid; for behold from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. Because He that is mighty, hath done great things to me; and holy is His Name. And His mercy is from generation unto generation, to them that fear Him.
Offertory
I will put enmities between thee and the woman, and thy seed and her seed.
Secret
May the offering of our devotion ascend to Thee, O Lord, and through the intercession of the most Blessed Virgin Mary, assumed into heaven, may our hearts inflamed with the fire of love aspire to Thee for ever. Through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Assumptione
Communion
All generations shall call me blessed, because He that is mighty hath done great things to me.
Postcommunion
Having received, O Lord, Thy most saving sacraments, grant, we beseech Thee, that through the intercession and merits of the Blessed Virgin Mary, assumed into heaven, we may persevere to the glory of the resurrection. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Immaculate Heart of Mary
August 22
Introit
Let us come with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and may find grace for a timely help. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us come with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and may find grace for a timely help. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the heart of the blessed Virgin Mary didst prepare a dwelling worthy of the Holy Ghost; grant in Thy mercy, that we who with devout minds celebrate the festival of that immaculate heart, may be able to live according to Thine own Heart. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Commemoration of
Sts. Timothy, Hippolytus, and Symphorian, Martyrs:
O Lord, we beseech Thee, mercifully lend us Thy help: and through the intercession of Thy blessed Martyrs, Timothy, Hippolytus, and Symphorian, stretch forth upon us the right hand of Thy loving kindness. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honey-comb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger: and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that heakeneth to me, shall not be confounded, and they that work by me, shall not sin. They that explain me, shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
My heart shall rejoice in Thy salvation: I will sing to the Lord, Who giveth me good things: yea I will sing to the name of the Lord the most High. They shall remember Thy name throughout all generations. Therefore shall people praise thee for ever.
Alleluia, alleluia. My soul doth magnify the Lord and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my saviour. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour: because He that is mighty hath done great things to me and holy is His Name.
Secret
We who offer to Thy majesty the Lamb without spot, beseech Thee, O Lord, that our hearts may be kindled by the divine fire which in an ineffable manner inflamed the heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Sts. Timothy and Companions:
May the Sacrifice of Thy holy people be acceptable to Thee, O Lord, for the honour of Thy Saints: through whose merits they know that they have received help in tribulation. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Jesus saith to His mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that, He saith to the disciple: Behold thy mother. And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own.
Postcommunion
Refreshed by those divine Gifts, we humbly beseech Thee, O Lord, that by the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the solemn feast of whose immaculate heart we now celebrate, we may be delivered from present dangers, and obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Sts. Timothy and Companions:
We who are filled with the bounty of this diving Gift, beseech Thee, O Lord our God, that through the intercession of Thy holy Martyrs, Timothy, Hippolytus and Symphorian, we may partake thereof for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Our Lady, Queen of Apostles
September 5
The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O City of God. Behold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O City of God. Behold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord, who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.
Collect
O God, Who didst give the Holy Spirit to the Apostles praying in union with Mary, the Mother of Jesus, grant that, protected by her who is also our Mother and the Queen of Apostles, we may be able faithfully to serve Thy Majesty and to propagate by word and example the glory of Thy name. Through the same our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Acts of the Apostles
The former treatise I made, O Theophilus, of all things which Jesus began to do and to teach, Until the day on which, giving commandments by the Holy Ghost to the apostles whom he had chosen, he was taken up. To whom also he shewed himself alive after his passion, by many proofs, for forty days appearing to them, and speaking of the kingdom of God. And eating together with them, he commanded them, that they should not depart from Jerusalem, but should wait for the promise of the Father, which you have heard (saith he) by my mouth. For John indeed baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit, not many days hence. They therefore who were come together, asked him, saying: Lord, wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to Israel? But he said to them: It is not for you to know the times or moments, which the Father hath put in his own power: But you shall receive the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you, and you shall be witnesses unto me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and even to the uttermost part of the earth. And when he had said these things, while they looked on, he was raised up: and a cloud received him out of their sight. And while they were beholding him going up to heaven, behold two men stood by them in white garments. Who also said: Ye men of Galilee, why stand you looking up to heaven? This Jesus who is taken up from you into heaven, shall so come, as you have seen him going into heaven. Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount that is called Olivet, which is nigh Jerusalem, within a sabbath day's journey. And when they were come in, they went up into an upper room, where abode Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James of Alpheus, and Simon Zelotes, and Jude the brother of James. All these were persevering with one mind in prayer with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.
Gradual
Thou art the Gate of Heaven and Star of the sea, O Virgin Mary, Mother of the eternal King and our Queen. Render us pleasing to thy Son, for all virtue and beauty and glory shines forth from thee.
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a virgin hath brought forth God and Man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
It is I, it is I that will sing to the Lord. The valiant men ceased and rested in Israel until a mother arose in Israel. The Lord chose new wars, and He Himself overthrew the gates of the enemies.
Secret
By Thy merciful forgiveness, O Lord, and by the intercession of blessed Mary ever a Virgin, let this offering of ours bring to Thy Church a steady growth in numbers and adornment with brilliant virtues of every kind. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Blessed Mother and Immaculate Virgin, glorious Queen of the world, intercede for us before the Lord: for thou art the glory of Jerusalem, the joy of Israel and the honour of our people.
Postcommunion
Through the patronage of the ever blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Apostles, grant to us, O Lord, who have received the means of salvation, persevering submission to Thy will: so that Thy Church may ever be blessed with new increase. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
September 8
Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail holy Parent, who didst bring forth the King Who ruleth heaven and earth for ever and ever. (P.T. Alleluia, alleluia). My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Bestow upon Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the gift of Thy heavenly grace: that as the childbearing of the Blessed Virgin was the beginning of our salvation, so the solemn feast of her Nativity may bring us an increase of peace. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Grant, we beseech Thee, almighty God, that we, who celebrate the heavenly birthday of Blessed Adrian, Thy Martyr, may, through his intercession, be strengthened in the love of Thy name. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived; neither had the fountains of waters as yet sprung out; the mountains with their huge bulk had not as yet been established: before the hills I was brought forth; He had not yet made the earth, nor the rivers, nor the poles of the world. When He repared the heavens, I was there; when with a certain law and compass He enclosed the depths; when He established the sky above, and poised the fountains of waters; when He compassed the sea with
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without blemish to thy maidenhood, was made the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin, Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man.
Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art Thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and of all high praise most worthy: for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ our God. Alleluia.
GOSPEL
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X Continuation of the holy Gospel according to Matthew
The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: Abraham begot Isaac. And Isaac begot Jacob. And Jacob begot Judas and his brethren. And Judas begot Phares and Zara of Thamar. And Phares begot Esron. And Esron begot Aram. And Aram begot Aminadab. And Aminadab begot Naasson. And Naasson begot Salmon. And Salmon begot Booz of Rahab. And Booz begot Obed of Ruth. And Obed begot Jesse. And Jesse begot David the king. And David the king begot Solomon, of her that had been the wife of Urias. And Solomon begot Roboam. And Roboam begot Abia. And Abia begot Asa. And Asa begot Josaphat. And Josaphat begot Joram. And Joram begot Ozias. And Ozias begot Joatham. And Joatham begot Achaz. And Achaz begot Ezechias. And Ezechias begot Manasses. And Manesses begot Amon. And Amon begot Josias. And Josias begot Jechonias and his brethren in the transmigration of Babylon. And after the transmigration of Babylon, Jechonias begot Salathiel. And Salathiel begot Zorobabel. And Zorobabel begot Abiud. And Abiud begot Eliacim. And Eliacim begot Azor. And Azor begot Sadoc. And Sadoc begot Achim. And Achim begot Eliud. And Eliud begot Eleazar. And Eleazar begot Mathan. And Mathan begot Jacob. And Jacob begot Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.
Offertory
Truly blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary: the Creator of all things thou didst bear; Him who made thee thou didst bring forth; and a Virgin evermore thou dost remain.
Secret
May the Incarnation of Thine only begotten Son, O Lord, come to help us: He, whose birth from a maiden, did not spoil but sealed her virginity: may He, on this solemn Festival of her Nativity, cleanse us from our sins, and make our offering acceptable in Thy sight: even Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Receive our gifts and our prayers, we beseech Thee, O Lord, cleanse us by the heavenly Mysteries and mercifully hear us. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Nativitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
We have received, O Lord, the Sacraments offered on this yearly feast: grant, we beseech Thee, that they may bestow on us remedies both for this life present and for life everlasting. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
At Low Mass Commemoration of St. Adrian Martyr
Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord, our God, that as we rejoice on earth in keeping the memory of Thy saints, so also we may enjoy their company for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Holy Name of Mary
September 12
Introit
All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. All the rich among the people shall entreat thy countenance: after her shall virgins be brought to the King: her neighbours shall be brought to thee in gladness and rejoicing. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King.
Collect
Grant, we beseech Thee, O almighty God, that Thy faithful, happy under the invocation and protection of the most holy Virgin Mary, may, by her dear intercession, be delivered from all evils on earth and be worthy to attain unto eternal joys in heaven. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who with purity unstained was found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world was unable to contain enclosed Himself in thy womb, being made man. Alleluia, alleluia. After childbirth thou didst remain a virgin inviolate: Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a son and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of David his father: and he shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering, said to her: The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age: and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail, Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary, ever Virgin, may this offering profit us unto eternal and present prosperity and peace. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Lord, grant, we beseech Thee, that, having received the aids of our salvation, we may always and everywhere be protected by the patronage of Blessed Mary ever virgin, in veneration of whom we have made this offering to Thy majesty. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday in Passion Week and September 15
Commemoration of Saint Nicomedes, Martyr
Introit
There stood by the cross of Jesus, His mother, and His mother's sister Mary of Cleophas, and Salome, and Mary Magdalen. Woman, behold thy son, said Jesus; and to the disciple, Behold thy mother. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. There stood by the cross of Jesus, His mother, and His mother's sister Mary of Cleophas, and Salome, and Mary Magdalen. Woman, behold thy son, said Jesus; and to the disciple, Behold thy mother.
Collect
Grant us Thy servants, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, to enjoy perpetual health of mind and body; and by the glorious intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, to be delivered from present sorrows and to enjoy everlasting gladness. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration Collect of St. Nicodemus
Be present with Thy people, O Lord, that, receiving the reward of the merits of blessed Nicomedes, Thy martyr, it may ever be assisted by his patronage to obtain Thy mercy. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Judith
The Lord hath blessed thee by His power, Who by thee hath brought our enemies to nought. Blessed art thou, O daughter, by the Lord the most high God, above all women upon the earth. Blessed be the Lord Who made Heaven and earth, because He hath so magnified thy name this day, that thy praise shall not depart out of the mouth of men, who shall be mindful of the power of the Lord forever; for that thou hast not spared thy life by reason of the distress and tribulation of thy people, but hast prevented our ruin in the presence of our God.
Gradual
Sorrowful and tearful art thou, O Virgin Mary, standing by the cross of the Lord Jesus, thy Son and Redeemer. O Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole earth containeth not, the Author of life, made man, beareth this anguish of the cross. Alleluia, alleluia. Holy Mary, queen of heaven and mistress of the world, stood by the cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ, sorrowing.
Sequence
At the cross her station keeping, Stood the mournful Mother weeping, Close to Jesus to the last.
Through her heart, His sorrow sharing, All his bitter anguish bearing, Now at length the sword had pass'd.
Oh, how sad and sore distress'd Was that Mother, highly blest Of the sole-begotten One!
Christ above in torment hangs; She beneath beholds the pangs of her dying glorious Son.
Is there one who would not weep Whelmi'd in miseries so deep Christ's dear Mother to behold.
Can the human heart refrain From partaking in her pain, in that Mother's pain untold?
Bruis'd, derided, curs'd, defil'd, She beheld her tender child: All with bloody scourges rent.
For the sins of His own nation, Saw Him hang in desolation, Till His spirit forth He sent.
O thou Mother! Font of love! Touch my spirit from above; Make my heart with thine accord.
Make me feel as thou hast felt; Make my soul to glow and melt With the love of Christ our Lord.
Holy Mother! Pierce me through; In my heart each wound renew Of my Saviour crucified.
Let me share with thee His pain, Who for all my sins was slain, Who for me in torments died.
Let me mingle tears with thee, Mourning Him who mounr'd for me, All the days that I may life.
By the cross with thee to stay, There with thee to weep and pray, Is all I ask of thee to give.
Virgin of all virgins best, Listen to my fond request: Let me share thy grief divine.
Let me, to my latest breath, in my body bear the death Of that dying Son of thine.
Wounded with His every wound, steep my soul till it hath swoon'd In His very blood away.
Be to me, O Virgin, nigh, Lest in flames I burn and die, In His awful Judgment day.
Christ, when Thou shalt call me hence, Be Thy Mother my defence, Be Thy cross my victory.
While my body here decays, May my soul Thy goodness praise, Safe in Paradise with Thee. Amen.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
Now there stood by the cross of Jesus, his mother and his mother's sister, Mary of Cleophas, and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His mother:"Woman, behold thy son." After that, He saith to the disciple: "Behold thy mother." And from that hour, the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Remember, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the presence of the Lord, that thou speak good things for us and turn His wrath from us.
Secret
We offer Thee prayers and sacrifices, O Lord Jesus Christ, humbly entreating that we, who commemorate in our prayers the piercing of the most dear soul of blessed Mary, Thy Mother, may, through the multiplied intercession of her and of her holy companions under the cross, by the merits of Thy death, receive our portion with the blessed. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Commemoration Secret of St. Nicodemus
Graciously receive, O Lord, the gifts offered to Thee, and may the prayer of Thy blessed martyr Nicomedes commend them. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Transfixione
Communion
Happy the senses of the blessed Virgin Mary, which without death earned the palm of martyrdom beneath the cross of our Lord.
Postcommunion
May the sacrifices of which we have partaken, O Lord Jesus Christ, devoutly celebrating the piercing of Thy virgin Mother's soul, obtain for us with Thy clemency the effect of every salutary benefit. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration Postcommunion of St. Nicodemus
May the sacraments we have received purify us, O Lord, and, by the intercession of blessed Nicomedes, Thy martyr, cause us to be absolved from all sin. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
Our Lady of La Salette
(Reconciliatrix of Sinners)
September 19
Introit
Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us go with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in seasonable aid. (Alleluia, alleluia.) I have lifted up mine eyes to the mountains: whence help shall come to me.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, our Mediator with the Father, who hast appointed the most Blessed Virgin, Thy Mother, to be also our Mother, and our Mediatrix with Thee: grant that whosoever shall approach Thee for some favour, may rejoice at obtaining all things through her: Who lives and reigns with God the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Genesis
Thus also said God to Noe, and to his sons with him, Behold I will establish my covenant with you, and with your seed after you: And with every living soul that is with you, as well in all birds as in cattle and beasts of the earth, that are come forth out of the ark, and in all the beasts of the earth. I will establish my covenant with you, and all flesh shall be no more destroyed with the waters of a flood, neither shall there be from henceforth a flood to waste the earth. And God said: This is the sign of the covenant which I give between me and you, and to every living soul that is with you, for perpetual generations. I will set my bow in the clouds, and it shall be the sign of a covenant between me, and between the earth. And when I shall cover the sky with clouds, my bow shall appear in the clouds: And I will remember my covenant with you, and with every living soul that beareth flesh: and there shall no more be waters of a flood to destroy all flesh. And the bow shall be in the clouds, and I shall see it, and shall remember the everlasting covenant, that was made between God and every living soul of all flesh which is upon the earth. And God said to Noe: This shall be the sign of the covenant which I have established between me and all flesh upon the earth.
Gradual
Lord God in heaven, Thy truth and mercy extend to the clouds. Thou hast multiplied Thy mercy, O God: the sons of men will hope in the protection of Thy wings.
Alleluia, alleluia. This shall be the sign of the covenant which I have established between Me and all flesh upon the earth. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John.
At that time, there stood by the cross of Jesus, His Mother and His Mother’s sister, Mary of Cleophas and Mary Magdalen. When Jesus therefore had seen His Mother and the disciple standing whom He loved, He saith to His Mother: Woman, behold thy son. After that He saith to the disciple: Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her to his own.
Offertory
Be mindful, O Virgin Mother of God, when thou standest in the sight of the Lord, to speak good things for us, and to turn away His anger from us.
Secret
To Thee, Lord, do we offer sacrifices of supplication and praise that, with the intercession of the most Blessed Mary, the Reconciliatrix of sinners, having had mercy on our sins, Thou mightest absolve them and direct our wavering hearts. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Most noble Queen of the world, Mary ever Virgin, intercede for our peace and salvation, who didst bring forth Christ our Lord, the Saviour of all mankind.
Postcommunion
May the continuous intercession of the Reconciliatrix, the most blessed Virgin Mary, come to our aid, O Lord, that through this holy commerce with the sacred we might attain both the grace of pity and the reward of eternal redemption. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Our Lady of Ransom
September 24
MASS: Salve Sancta Parens…page except:
Collect
O God, who by means of the most glorious Mother of Thy Son, wast pleased to give new offspring to Thy Church for the deliverance of Christians from the power of the heathen: grant, we beseech Thee, that we too, who love and honour her as the foundress of so great a work, may by her merits and intercession be ourselves delivered from all our sins and from the bondage of the eveil one. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary
October 7
Introit
Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Let us all rejoice in the Lord, celebrating a feast in honour of the of the Blessed Virgin Mary: at whose solemnity the angels rejoice and give praise to the Son of God. My heart hath uttered a good word; I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Whose only-begotten Son, by His life, death, and resurrection hath purchased for us the rewards of eternal life: grant, we beseech Thee, that, meditating on the mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Eternal Shepherd, do Thou look favourably upon Thy flock, which we beseech Thee to guard and keep for evermore through the blessed Mark, Supreme Pontiff, whom Thou didst choose to be the chief shepherd of the whole Church. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companions, Martyrs
May the blessed merits of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, bide with us, O Lord, and make us ever fervent in Thy love. Through the same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived Now, therefore, ye children, hear me: blessed are they that keep my ways. Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. Blessed is the man that heareth me, and that watcheth daily at my gates; and waiteth at the posts of my doors. He that shall find me, shall find life, and shall have salvation from the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Gradual
Because of truth, and meekness, and justice: and thy right hand shall conduct thee wonderfully. Hear, O daughter, and see, and incline thine ear; for the King hath desired thy beauty. Alleluia, alleluia. The solemnity of the glorious Virgin Mary, of the seed of Abraham, sprung from the tribe of Juda, of the noble line of David. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to virgin espoused to man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel, How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering said to her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
In me is all grace of the way and of the truth; in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Like a rose planted on the rivers I have borne fruit.
Secret
Grant us, we beseech Thee, O Lord, to be fittingly prepared for the offering of these gifts, and, through the mysteries of the most holy Rosary, so to meditate upon the life, passion, and glory of Thine only-begotten Son that we may become worthy of His promises. Who with Thee lives and reigns, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Eternal Shepherd, do Thou look favourably upon Thy flock, which we beseech Thee to guard and keep for evermore through the blessed Mark, Supreme Pontiff, whom Thou didst choose to be the chief shepherd of the whole Church. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companion Martyrs
May the blessed merits of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, bide with us, O Lord, and make us ever fervent in Thy love. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Send forth flowers, as the lily, and yield a smell, and bring forth leaves in grace, and praise with canticles, and bless the Lord in His works.
Postcommunion
Let us pray. May we be assisted, we beseech Thee, O Lord, by the prayers of Thy most holy Mother, whose Rosary we celebrate, that the virtue of the mysteries we adore may be shared and the effect of the sacraments we have received may be obtained. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of Pope St. Mark
Since Thy Church has been nourished by the sacred repast, govern her in Thy clemency, we beseech Thee, O Lord, so that under the guidance of Thy mighty rule she may enjoy greater freedom and abiding integrity of religion. Through the Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. Sergius and Companions Martyrs
May we be fortified, O Lord, by the reception of Thy sacraments, and protected, through the intercession of Thy holy martyrs, Sergius, Bacchus, Marcellus, and Apuleius, by heavenly armour against all the malice that assaileth us. Through the Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Motherhood of the Blessed Virgin Mary
October 11
Introit
Behold, a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Behold, a Virgin shall conceive, and bear a Son, and His name shall be called Emmanuel. Sing ye to the Lord a new canticle: because He hath done wonderful things.
Collect
O God, Who didst will that at the message of an angel Thy word should take flesh in the womb of the Blessed Virgin Mary: grant that we, Thy suppliants, who believe her to be truly the mother of God, may be helped by her intercession with Thee. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
As the vine I have brought forth a pleasant odour, and my flowers are the fruit of honour and riches. I am the mother of fair love, and of fear, and of knowledge, and of holy hope. In me is all grace of the way and of the truth, in me is all hope of life and of virtue. Come over to me, all ye that desire me, and be filled with my fruits; for my spirit is sweet above honey, and my inheritance above honey and the honeycomb. My memory is unto everlasting generations. They that eat me, shall yet hunger; and they that drink me, shall yet thirst. He that harkeneth to me shall not be confounded, and they that work by me shall not sin. They that explain me shall have life everlasting.
Gradual
There shall come forth a rod out of the root of Jesse, and a flower shall rise up out of his root. And the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him.
Alleluia, alleluia. O Virgin Mother of God, He whom the whole world cannot contain, being made man, imprisons Himself in thy womb. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, when they returned, the child Jesus remained in Jerusalem; and His parents knew it not. And thinking that He was in the company, they came a day's journey, and sought Him amongst their kin folks and acquaintance. And not finding Him, they returned into Jerusalem, seeking Him. And it came to pass that after three days they found Him in the temple sitting in the midst of the doctors, hearing them, and asking them questions.And all that heard Him were astonished at His wisdom and His answers. And seeing Him, they wondered. And His mother said to Him: Son, why hast Thou done so to us? Behold Thy father and I have sought Thee sorrowing. And He said to them: How is it that you sought Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father's business? And they understood not the word that He spoke unto them. And He went down with them, and came to Nazareth: and was subject to them.
Offertory
When His mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost.
Secret
By Thy gracious mercy, O Lord, and the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, Mother of Thine only-begotten Son, may this offering be of avail to us for welfare and peace now and for evermore. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the eternal Father.
Postcommunion
May this communion, O Lord, purge away our guilt and, by the intercession of blessed Mary the Mother of God, make us companions of Him, Who is our heavenly healing. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Our Lady of the Pillar
October 12
MASS: SALVE SANCTA PARENS… of the Common of the Blessed Virgin Mary except:
Collect
Almighty and eternal God, who in the most glorious Mother of Thy Son hast wondrously given us a heavenly protectress: mercifully grant us perpetual protection through her aid whom we devoutly honour under the special title of Our Lady of the Pillar. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit. God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Refuge of Sinners
October 20
Thou, O Lord, art compassionate and merciful, patient and of much mercy, and true. O look upon us and have mercy on us: save the children of Thine handmaid, the Mother of Thy Son, the Queen of all the world. Incline Thine ear, O Lord, and hear me; for I am needy and poor. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Thou, O Lord, art compassionate and merciful, patient and of much mercy, and true. O look upon us and have mercy on us: save the children of Thine handmaid, the Mother of Thy Son, the Queen of all the world. Incline Thine ear, O Lord, and hear me; for I am needy and poor.
Collect
O God most kind, who as a salvation for sinners and a refuge for the miserable, didst will the Blessed Virgin Mary to be the Mother of Thine only Son and the distributor of His graces; grant we pray, that while celebrating the memory of this most loving Mother’s heart, we may obtain for sinners the grace of conversion, and for all the faithful an abundance of heavenly gifts. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Commemoration of St. John Cantius
Grant, we beseech Thee, O almighty God, that by the example of St. John, Thy Confessor, we may make progress in the science of the Saints, and by showing mercy to others may obtain through his merits forgiveness from Thee. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
Have mercy upon us, O God of all, and behold us, and shew us the light of thy mercies: Gather together all the tribes of Jacob: that they may know that there is no God besides thee, and may declare thy great works: and thou shalt inherit them as from the beginning. Have mercy on thy people, upon whom thy name is invoked: and upon Israel, whom thou hast raised up to be thy firstborn. Have mercy on Jerusalem, the city which thou hast sanctified, the city of thy rest. Fill Sion with thy unspeakable words, and thy people with thy glory. Give testimony to them that are thy creatures from the beginning, and raise up the prophecies which the former prophets spoke in thy name. Reward them that patiently wait for thee, that thy prophets may be found faithful: and hear the prayers of thy servants, According to the blessing of Aaron over thy people, and direct us into the way of justice.
Gradual
O Virgin Mother, do not forget when in the presence of the Lord to speak to Him in our favour, so that He may turn from us His anger. Remember the days of Thy lowliness, invoke the Lord, speak to the King in our favour and deliver us from death.
Alleluia, alleluia. If I have found favour in thy sight, give me my people for which I request: for they are given up to be destroyed and to perish. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to John
At that time there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee: and the mother of Jesus was there. And Jesus also was invited, and his disciples, to the marriage. And the wine failing, the mother of Jesus saith to him: They have no wine. And Jesus saith to her: Woman, what is that to me and to thee? my hour is not yet come. His mother saith to the waiters: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye. "What is that to me"... These words of our Saviour, spoken to his mother, have been understood by some commentators as harsh, they not considering the next following verse: Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye, which plainly shows that his mother knew of the miracle that he was to perform, and that it was at her request he wrought it; besides the manner of speaking the words as to the tone, and the countenance shown at the same time, which could only be known to those who were present, or from what had followed: for words indicating anger in one tone of voice, would be understood quite the reverse in another.
Now there were set there six water pots of stone, according to the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three measures apiece. Jesus saith to them: Fill the water pots with water. And they filled them up to the brim. And Jesus saith to them: Draw out now, and carry to the chief steward of the feast. And they carried it. And when the chief steward had tasted the water made wine, and knew not whence it was, but the waiters knew who had drawn the water; the chief steward calleth the bridegroom, And saith to him: Every man at first setteth forth good wine, and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse. But thou hast kept the good wine until now. This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee; and manifested his glory, and his disciples believed in him.
Offertory
Out of love for Thy Mother, turn not away from us, O Lord, Thy mercy; but be pleased with the sacrifice we offer Thee today, for those who put their trust in Thee are never deceived.
Secret
O Lord, our Redeemer, whose death we commemorate in this sacrifice, by its merits and by the prayers of Thy most loving Mother Mary look kindly upon those who have offended Thee, that they may be converted from their wrong paths, serve Thee in penance, and thus be delivered from eternal damnation: Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Communion
Queen of the world, most loving Mary ever Virgin, obtain for us by thy prayers peace and salvation, thou who didst bring forth Christ the Lord, the Saviour of all.
Postcommunion
O God, who has left us in this holy Table a help so precious for our mortal life; forget not Thy mercies, we pray; receive kindly the prayers which the Blessed Virgin Mary with all her heart continually pours forth for sinners and deign to bring them back to the path of righteousness and peace: Who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
R. Amen.
The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
November 21
Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, Who was pleased that on this day the Blessed Virgin, the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit, should be presented in the Temple, grant, we beseech Thee, that, by her intercession, we may deserve to be presented in the temple of Thy glory. Through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the same Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom
From the beginning, and before the world, was I created, and unto the world to come I shall not cease to be, and in the holy dwelling place I have ministered before him. And so I was established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of saints.
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary, who without spot was found the Mother of the Saviour. O Virgin Mother of God, He, Whom the whole world cannot contain, hath shut Himself within thy womb, becoming man. Alleluia, alleluia. Happy art thou, O holy Virgin Mary, and most worthy of all praise, for out of thee hath risen the sun of justice, Christ, our God. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke
At that time, as Jesus was speaking to the multitudes, a certain woman from the crowd, lifting up her voice, said to Him; Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that gave Thee suck. But He said, "Yea rather, blessed are they who hear the word of God, and keep it."
Offertory
Hail, Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.
Secret
Through Thy mercy, O Lord, and by the intercession of blessed Mary ever Virgin, may this oblation give us prosperity and peace both now and forever. Through Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father.
Postcommunion
Having received, O Lord, these helps to our salvation, grant, we beseech Thee, that we may be ever protected by the patronage of blessed Mary ever Virgin, in whose honour we have made these offerings to Thy majesty. Through same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
November 27
Introit
It shall be a sign in thy hand, and as a memorial before thine eyes, and that the law of the Lord be always in thy mouth. O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon His name: tell forth His deeds among the nations. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. It shall be a sign in thy hand, and as a memorial before thine eyes, and that the law of the Lord be always in thy mouth. O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon His name: tell forth His deeds among the nations.
Collect
O Lord Jesus Christ, Who hast willed that the most blessed Virgin Mary, Thy mother, sinless from the first moment of her conception, should be glorified by countless miracles: grant that we, who never cease from imploring her patronage, may attain in the end to eternal happiness. Who lives and reigns, with God the Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Collect for the Feria
Stir up, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the wills of Thy faithful people, that they more earnestly seeking the fruit of divine service, may receive more abundantly healing gifts from Thy tender mercy. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns, with Thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of the Apocalypse of blessed John the Apostle.
A great sign appeared in Heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. And she brought forth a Man-Child, Who was to rule all nations with an iron rod: and her Son was taken up to God, and to His throne. And there were given to the woman two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the desert unto her place. And the serpent cast out of his mouth after the woman, water as it were a river: that he might cause her to be carried away by the river. And the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed up the river, which the dragon cast out of his mouth.
Gradual
Remember the marvellous works which He hath done: His wonders, and the judgments of His mouth. He placed in them the words of His signs: and of His wonders in the land. Alleluia, alleluia. His going forth is from the topmost Heaven: nor is there any that can hide from His heat. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit
XThe continuation of the holy Gospel according to John.
At that time there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee: and the Mother of Jesus was there. And Jesus also was invited, and His disciples, to the marriage. And the wine failing, the Mother of Jesus saith to Him: "They have no wine." And Jesus saith to her: "Woman, what is that to Me or to thee? My hour is not yet come." His Mother saith to the waiters: "Whatsoever He shall say to you, do ye." Now there were set there six water-pots of stone, according to the manner of the purifying of the Jews, containing two or three measures apiece. Jesus saith to them: "Fill the water pots with water." And they filled them up to the brim. And Jesus said to them: "Draw out now, and carry to the chief steward of the feast." And they carried it. And when the chief steward had tasted the water made wine, and knew not whence it was, but the waiters knew who had drawn the water: the chief steward calleth the bridegroom, and saith to him: "Every man at first setteth forth good wine: and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but thou hast kept the good wine until now." This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee and manifested His glory, and His disciples believed in Him.
Offertory
Jesus said to the disciple, Behold thy Mother. And from that hour the disciple took her for his own.
Secret
Moved by the pleading of the blessed Virgin Mary, in answer to whose prayers Jesus Christ Thy Son wrought the first of His miracles: vouchsafe unto us, O Lord God, to minister in cleanness of heart unto the sacrament of the body and blood of the same Thy Son, so as to deserve to sit down to the everlasting banquet of eternity. Through the same Jesus Christ Thy Son our Lord, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Secret for the Feria
Be gracious, O Lord to our humble entreaties; and receiving the offerings and prayers of Thy people, turn the hearts of all of us to Thee: that freed from greed of earthly things, we may pass on to heavenly desires. Through our Lord Jesus Christ Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Renew the signs, and work fresh marvels; glorify Thy hand and Thy right arm; hasten the time, and remember the end, and let them declare Thy wondrous works.
Postcommunion
O Lord God almighty, Who hast willed that all things should be given to us through the Immaculate Mother of Thy Son: grant that under the protection of this mighty Mother, we may escape all the dangers of these our times, and in the end may come to life everlasting. Through same Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Postcommunion for the Feria
Grant unto us, we beseech Thee, O Lord that through these Sacraments, which we have received, whatsoever in our minds is corrupt, may be cured by the gift of their healing power. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
The Immaculate Conception
of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 8
Introit
I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, and my soul shall be joyful in my God: for He hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, and with the robe of justice He hath covered me, as a bride adorned with her jewels. I will extol Thee, O Lord, for Thou hast upheld me: and hast not made my enemies to rejoice over me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen.
Collect
O God, Who, by the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin, didst prepare a worthy dwelling for Thy Son, we beseech Thee that Thou, Who, by the death, foreseen by Thee, of the same Thy Son, didst preserve her from all stain, wilt grant us also, by her intercession, to come to Thee pure in heart. Through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Wisdom.
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of His ways, before He made anything, from the beginning. I was set up from eternity, and of old, before the earth was made. The depths were not as yet, and I was already conceived; neither had the fountains of waters as yet sprung out; the mountains with their huge bulk had not as yet been established: before the hills I was brought forth; He had not yet made the earth, nor the rivers, nor the poles of the world. When He repared the heavens, I was there; when with a certain law and compass He enclosed the depths; when He established the sky above, and poised the fountains of waters; when He compassed the sea with
Gradual
Blessed art thou, O Virgin Mary, by the Lord, the most high God, above all women, upon the earth. Thou art the glory of Jerusalem, thou art the joy of Israel, thou art the honour of our people.
Alleluia, alleluia. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and there is in thee no stain of original sin. Alleluia.
In votive Masses from Septuagesima, the Alleluia and the V. Thou art all fair…is replaced by the Tract.
Tract
The foundations thereof are in the holy mountains: the Lord loveth the gates of Sion above all the tabernacles of Jacob. Glorious things are said of thee, O city of God. A man is born in her, and the Highest Himself hath founded her.
During Paschaltide is said as above:
Allelluia, alleluia. Thou art all fair, O Mary, and there is in thee no stain of original sin. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with your spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.
Offertory
Hail, Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Secret
Receive, the saving Victim, which we offer Thee, O Lord, on the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and grant that, as we confess that by Thy preserving grace she was kept free from every stain; so, by her intercession, we may be delivered from all our faults. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, through all ages of ages. R. Amen.
Commemoration of the Advent Feria.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Conceptione Immaculata
Communion
Glorious things are told of thee, O Mary; for He who is mighty hath done great things to thee.
Postcommunion
May the Sacraments which we have received, O Lord, our God, heal in us the wounds of that sin, from which Thou didst uniquely preserve blessed Mary, conceived immaculate. Through Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary
December 11
Introit
Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, through all ages of ages. Amen. Hail, holy Parent, thou who didst bring forth the King who rules heaven and earth for ever and ever. My heart hath uttered a good word I speak my works to the King.
Collect
O God, who regardest the humble and removest Thine eyes from the proud, grant that we Thy Servants may imitate with pure heart the humility of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who pleased Thee by her virginity and who by her humility became the Mother of the Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Lesson from the Book of Ecclesiasticus
And by my power I have trodden under my feet the hearts of all the high and low: and in all these I sought rest, and I shall abide in the inheritance of the Lord. Then the creator of all things commanded, and said to me: and he that made me, rested in my tabernacle, And he said to me: Let thy dwelling be in Jacob, and thy inheritance in Israel, and take root in my elect. And so was I established in Sion, and in the holy city likewise I rested, and my power was in Jerusalem. And I took root in an honourable people, and in the portion of my God his inheritance, and my abode is in the full assembly of saints. I was exalted like a cedar in Libanus, and as a cypress tree on mount Sion. I was exalted like a palm tree in Cades, and as a rose plant in Jericho: As a fair olive tree in the plains, and as a plane tree by the water in the streets, was I exalted. I gave a sweet smell like cinnamon and aromatic balm: I yielded a sweet odour like the best myrrh:
Gradual
Blessed and venerable art thou, O Virgin Mary: who without loss of purity were found to be the Mother of our Saviour. Virgin Mother of God, He Whom the whole world cannot hold enclosed Himself in thy womb, and became man.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain: O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.
In Advent, the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following Alleluia is said instead.
Alleluia, alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
After Septuagesima the Alleluia and the V. After His birth… are omitted and the following is said instead:
Tract
Rejoice, O Virgin Mary, thou alone hast destroyed all heresies. Who didst believe the words of the Archangel Gabriel. Whilst a Virgin thou didst bring forth God and man: and after His birth a Virgin entire thou didst remain. O Mother of God, intercede for us.
During Paschaltide the Gradual is omitted and the following Alleluia is said:
Alleluia, alleluia. The rod of Jesse hath blossomed: a Virgin hath brought forth God and man: God hath restored peace, reconciling in Himself the lowest with the highest. Alleluia. Hail Mary, full of grace: the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Alleluia.
Gospel
V. The Lord be with you.
R. And with thy spirit.
X The continuation of the holy Gospel according to Luke.
At that time, the angel Gabriel was sent from God into a city of Galilee, called Nazareth, to virgin espoused to man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David: and the virgin's name was Mary. And the angel being come in, said unto her: Hail, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. Who having heard, was troubled at his saying and thought with herself what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said to her: Fear not, Mary, for thou hast found grace with God. Behold thou shalt conceive in thy womb and shalt bring forth a Son; and thou shalt call his name Jesus. He shall be great and shall be called the Son of the Most High, and the Lord God shall give unto Him the throne of David His father: and He shall reign in the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there shall be no end. And Mary said to the angel, How shall this be done, because I know not man? And the angel answering said to her, The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Most High shall overshadow thee. And therefore also the Holy which shall be born of thee shall be called the Son of God. And behold thy cousin Elizabeth, she also hath conceived a son in her old age; and this is the sixth month with her that is called barren; because no word shall be impossible with God. And Mary said: Behold the handmaid of the Lord, be it done to me according to thy word.
Offertory
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. (P.T. Alleluia.)
Secret
Through the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mother of God, mat this offering, we beseech Thee, O Lord, obtain us the grace of true humility and take from our hearts the concupiscence of the flesh and of the eyes and all worldly ambition, so that we may live soberly and justly and piously and thus attain our eternal reward. Through the same our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.
Preface of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Et te in Festivitate
Communion
Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the Eternal Father. (P.T. Alleluia).
Postcommunion
May the partaking of this sacrament remove from us the stain of sin, O Lord, and through the prayers of the glorious and blessed Virgin Mary bring us by the road of humility unto the kingdom of heaven. Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. R. Amen.