1.10.26 Vespers I, Saturday Evening Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours

Saturday Vespers I for Sunday, Evening Prayer on January 10, 2026
Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.
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Introductory Rite: "O God, come to my assistance..."
Hymn: "Implente munus debitum." ca. 10th century. English Translation ©2023 ICEL
Psalm 135 (Tone 8)
Psalm 135 part 2
Canticle: See 1 Timothy 3v16
Reading: Acts 10v37-38
Responsory: "O Lord our God, hear the cry of Your people."
Canticle of Mary (Magnificat)
Intercessions: "Lord, send forth Your Spirit upon us."
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite
Marian Devotion (Latin)

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