Invitatory Antiphon: The holy virgins praise their Lord and King; come, let us join in their worship
Hymn
First Antiphon: Radiant virgin, prudent and wise, you are the spouse of the holy Word of God.
Psalm 19A
Second Antiphon: I count as nothing the kingdoms of the earth, even the whole world, because of my love for the Lord Jesus Christ.
Psalm 45
Third Antiphon: The King has desired your beauty; he is your Lord and God.
Psalm 45
Verse: You have shown me how to live.
Resp: You will fill me with joy in your presence.
First Reading: 1 Cor 7:25-40
Response: Your God and King has become your spouse.
Second Reading: From the books of Dialogues by St. Gregory the Great, pope
Response: She received more than her brother did from the Lord of her heart because she loved him so much.
Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) © 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975