Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Hymn
Antiphon: Mary received a blessing from the Lord and loving kindness from God her savior.
Psalm 24
Antiphon: The Most High has made his dwelling place a holy temple.
Psalm 46
Antiphon: Glorious things are said of you, O Virgin Mary.
Psalm 87
Verse: Blessed are those who hear the word of God.
Resp: And cherish it in their hearts.
First reading: 1 Sam 26:5-25
Responsory: Ps 54:5,3,8,4
Resp: And with your strength defend my cause.
Second reading: From a sermon by St Lawrence Justinian, bishop
Responsory:
Resp: The highest heavens cannot contain God whom you carried in your womb.
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