1.21.26 Vespers, Wednesday Evening Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours

Vespers, Evening Prayer for the 2nd Wednesday in Ordinary Time, January 21, 2026.
Memorial of St. Agnes, Virgin and Martyr

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Introductory Rite: Deus in adjutorium – "O God, come to my assistance"
Hymn: 'The Virgin Agnes Shed Her Blood.' Translation ©2023 ICEL
Psalm 116v1-9
Psalm 116v10-19
Canticle: Revelation 4v11, 5-9, 10, 12
Reading 1 Peter 4v13-14
Responsory "The Lord chose her, His loved one from the beginning." (StH arrangement)
Magnificat (tone VIII)
Intercessions "We praise You, O Lord."
Pater Noster (The Lord's Prayer)
Collect
Concluding Rite
Concluding Acclamation
Marian Devotion

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