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 Mass for the Feast of Saint Miguel Febres Cordero
February 9
Entrance Antiphon: Matthew 5:19b
"Whoever obeys and teaches these commandments will be called greatest in the kingdom of heaven," says the Lord.
Prayer:
Almighty and everlasting God, in Saint Miguel Febres Cordero you gave your Church a distinguished educator of youth. Grant that by imitating his exemplary dedication, we learn to welcome young people with kindness and thereby guide them more surely to you. Through Christ our Lord.
First Reading: Sirach 39:6-9, 13-14
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 34: 2-7
Response: Proclaim the word of the Lord to your brothers and sisters.
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 2:14-15, 17, 3:2-6a
Gospel Acclamation: cf Matthew 11:25
Alleluia. R. Alleluia.
The one who has come from God proclaims the word of God.
R. Alleluia.
Gospel: Matthew 11:25-30
Prayer over the Gifts:
Graciously accept, O Lord, the prayers and offerings we make to you in memory of Saint Miguel Febres Cordero, and through this sacrifice fill us with the abundance of your gifts. Through Christ our Lord.
Communion Antiphon: John 8:12
"Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life," says the Lord.
Prayer after Communion:
O God, you have nourished us at your table with the word and the bread of life. Fill us with the same love for this sacred banquet which animated Saint Miguel Febres Cordero, so that we live in your peace and zealously proclaim your gospel. Through Christ our Lord. |
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