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 Mass for the Feast of Saint Mutien-Marie Wiaux (Belgium)
January 30
Entrance Antiphon: Mark 10:14
"Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these," says the Lord.
Prayer:
O God, in the person of Saint Mutien-Marie Wiaux you have given us an admirable example of kindness and piety in the education of youth. Grant that through his intercession and example, we always devote ourselves to bringing our brothers and sisters to Christ in love. Through Christ our Lord.
First Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-10
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22:23-25
Response: I will proclaim your name to the assembly.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:22-30
Gospel Acclamation: cf Matthew 11:25
Alleluia. R. Alleluia.
I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to the childlike.
R. Alleluia.
Gospel: Mark 9:30, 33-37
Prayer over the Gifts:
Lord, accept the gifts your people bring in memory of Saint Mutien-Marie Wiaux. May our sharing in this sacrifice help us to express in our lives the power of your love. Through Christ our Lord.
Communion Antiphon: Matthew 18:3
"Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven."
Prayer after Communion:
All powerful God, may this holy meal help us to follow the example of Saint Mutien-Marie Wiaux by showing in our thoughts and actions the light of your truth and the love of our brothers and sisters. Through Christ our Lord. |
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