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 Mass for the Feast of Saint Jaime Hilario and Saint Cyril Bertrán and Companions
October 9
Entrance Antiphon:
The holy martyrs shed their blood on earth for Christ; therefore they have received an everlasting reward.
Prayer:
Lord God and Father, you made the martyrs Saint Cyril Bertrán and his companions witnesses of faith not only by educating children and youth, but also by giving their lives in sacrifice. Grant through their merits and intercession that we be strengthened by the power of the Spirit and zealously devote ourselves to spreading the gospel. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.
First Reading: Sirach 51:1-12
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 31:15-16, 20, 22-25
Response: The Lord is near to those who seek refuge in him.
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 4: 7-15
Gospel Acclamation: John 12:24
Alleluia. R. Alleluia.
Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat, but if it dies, it produces much fruit.
R. Alleluia.
Gospel: John 12:24-26
Prayer over the Gifts:
Lord, through the intercession of the martyrs Saint Cyril and his companions, grant us the vital experience of Christ's blessed passion that is represented in these sacred mysteries. Through Christ our Lord.
Communion Antiphon: Romans 8:38-39
Neither death nor life, nor any other creature, will be able to separate
us from the love of Christ.
Prayer after Communion:
Lord, you give us the body and blood of Christ your only Son on this feast of your martyrs Saint Cyril Bertrán and his companions. By being faithful to your love may we live in you, receive life from you, and find your peace. Through Christ our Lord. |
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