Memorial of St Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor
Hymn Fortem Virile Pectore
Antiphon: Radiant virgin, prudent and wise, you are the spouse of the holy Word of God, alleluia
Psalm 19A
Antiphon: I count as nothing the kingdoms of the earth, even the whole world, because of my love for the Lord Jesus Christ, alleluia.
Psalm 45
Antiphon: The King has desired your beauty; he is your Lord and God, alleluia.
Psalm 45
Verse: You have shown me how to live, alleluia.
Resp: You will fill me with joy in your presence, alleluia.
First reading: 1 Cor 7:25-40
Responsory:
Resp: your God and King has become your spouse, alleluia.
Second reading: From the dialogue On Divine Providence by St. Catherine of Siena, virgin and doctor
Responsory:
Resp: You are enriched with the gift of my Spirit, cleansed of all sin by the shedding of my blood, alleluia.
Presentation of the Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) from The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes) (c) 1975, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The texts of Biblical Readings are reproduced from the New American Bible © 1975