1.4.26 Vespers II, Sunday Evening Prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours

Vespers II, Sunday Evening Prayer, January 4, 2026.
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

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Introductory Rite: Deus in adjutorium – "O God, come to my assistance"
Hymn: "Hostis Herodes impie." 5th century. Translation by JM Neale
Psalm 110v1-5, 7
Psalm 112
Canticle: Revelation 15v3-4
Reading: Titus 3v4-5
Responsory: All peoples will be blessed in Him; men and women of every race.
Magnificat (Canticle of Mary: Luke 1v46-55)
Intercessions: "Save the poor, O Lord."
The Lord's Prayer
Collect (Concluding Prayers)
Concluding Rite: May the Lord bless us...
Marian Antiphon for Christmas: "Alma Redemptoris Mater." feat. Nina

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