Lauds, Christmas Octave, Morning Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours, December 27th, 2025. Feast of St. John the Apostle.
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00:08 Introductory Rite – "O God, come to my assistance"
00:53 Hymn*: "Cohors beáta Séraphim," Charles Rose, 18th century. (English) ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal,” GIA Publications, Inc. ©2023 Translation
02:40 Psalm 63v2-9
04:24 Canticle: Daniel 3v57-88, 56
07:30 Psalm 149
09:15 Reading: Acts 4:19-20
09:31 Responsory: You have made them rulers over all the earth.
10:03 Benedictus
12:39 Intercessions: Be mindful of your Church, O Lord.
13:36 The Lord's Prayer
14:07 Collect (Concluding Prayers)
14:35 Concluding Rite

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