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Friday, May 26
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Saturday, May 27
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Sunday, May 28
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Monday, May 29
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Tuesday, May 30
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Wednesday, May 31
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Thursday, June 1
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Friday , June 2
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Saturday, June 3
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Sunday, June 4
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Mass Responses
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Songs and Praise
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Prayers
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Friday, May 26 Reading: Acts 18:9-18 One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.” So Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a half, teaching them the word of God.
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Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you.
While Gallio was proconsul of Achaia, the Jews of Corinth made a united attack on Paul and brought him to the place of judgment. “This man,” they charged, “is persuading the people to worship God in ways contrary to the law.” Just as Paul was about to speak, Gallio said to them, “If you Jews were making a complaint about some misdemeanor or serious crime, it would be reasonable for me to listen to you. But since it involves questions about words and names and your own law—settle the matter yourselves. I will not be a judge of such things.” So he drove them off. Then the crowd there turned on Sosthenes the synagogue leader and beat him in front of the proconsul; and Gallio showed no concern whatever. Paul stayed on in Corinth for some time. Then he left the brothers and sisters and sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila. Before he sailed, he had his hair cut off at Cenchreae because of a vow he had taken.
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Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 R. God is King of all the earth All you peoples, clap your hands, shout to God with cries of gladness, For the Lord, the Most High, the awesome, is the great king over all the earth. He brings people under us; nations under our feet. He chooses for us our inheritance, the glory of Jacob, whom he loves. God mounts his throne amid shouts of joy; the Lord, amid trumpet blasts. Sing praise to God, sing praise; sing praise to our king, sing praise.
Gospel: John 16: 20-23 Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices.You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy. A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world. So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. In that day you will no longer ask me anything. Very truly I tell you, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.
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Friday, May 26 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
In the first reading, Jesus knows his disicples aren’t comfortable with the next stage of their journey. He tells them,
What are your fears? Hopes? Desires?
“ Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.”
We all have fears and apprehensions every so often, if not more often. It’s important to remember in the midst of these fears that we are not alone. Not only is God always with us, but we’re a team, a family. Together we’ll accomplish great things in Lourdes.
Is anything causing your anxiety or nervousness as we begin our journey?
Anything keeping you from being present in the moment?
How are you feeling? Think of these emotions.
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Saturday, May 27 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
We’ve traveled for a ton of time and now we’ve finally arrived in Lourdes! For most of us, this is our first glimpse of this beautiful little city!
Mary went on her journey. What’s your journey been like so far?
In Today’s Gospel (Luke 1:39-56), we hear of Mary’s journey to see her cousin Elizabeth. The two exchange the news that they are pregrant! She says,
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My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
Sometimes with experiences like this we have expectations. Do you have any? Have they been met? Anything different?
Mary was humble and felt unworthy. How do you feel now that you are in Lourdes?
for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant. From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name.
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Sunday May, 28 First Reading: Acts 1:12-14 Then the apostles returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew; James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers.
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They all joined together in prayer with Mary the mother of Jesus
Responsorial Psalm: Ps 21:1, 4-5, 7-8 R. I believe that I shall see the good things of the Lord in the land of the living. The Lord is my light and my slavtion; whom should I fear? The Lord is my life’s refuge; of whom should I be afraid? One thing I ask of the Lord; this I seek: To dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, That I may gaze on the loveliness of the Lord and contemplate his temple. Hear, O Lord, the sound of my call; have pity on me, and answer me. Of you my heart speaks; you my glance seeks.
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Second Reading: 1 Peter 4:13-16 But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.
Gospel: John 17:1-11 After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. I have brought you glory on earth by finishing the work you gave me to do. And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began.
me through them. I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one.�
I have revealed you to those whom you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me and they have obeyed your word. Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them. They knew with certainty that I came from you, and they believed that you sent me. I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours. All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory has come to
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Sunday May, 28 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Can you believe we are actually here?!? After preparing since December, did you actually think you would make it up to this moment?
What are the good things that you’ve seen here in Lourdes?
Every day, we are challenged to find good in this world. While it may be easy here in the sanctity of Lourdes with people who share our beliefs, we need to continue this. We need to bring this back home.
Where have you seen God? Was it in other volunteers? Whas it in the pilgrims?
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I believe that I shall see the good things of the Lord in the land of the living.
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Monday May, 29 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Today is a formation day in prepartion of service. We learn the message of Lourdes, and hear Mary’s direct messages to Bernadette.
Do you believe that Mary invited you to Lourdes for these ten days?
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Would you be so kind as to come here for 15 days? Pray for the conversion of sinners.
Who have you brought prayerfully/spiritually to Lourdes with you?
What part of the message of Lourdes speaks most powerfully to you?
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I am the Immaculate Conception. Wash and drink at the spring.
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Tuesday, May 30 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Today we begin our service! We see a reverse, in which the lowly are placed in honor instead of the powerful.
Did you serve with anyone special today?
We work side by side with and serve men and women from all over the world! Our love for Jesus and Mary transcends our cultures and unites us with each other. Tonight we will celebrate the Eucharist with other English Speaking volunteers in a chapel dedicated to St. Patrick, the Irish missionary.
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Did someone touch your heart in some way as you were ministering to them?
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Wednesday, May 31 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
After a long day os service, community dinner, shared stories and laughter, our spirits are lifted and we’re encouraged. We get why Fr. John says that there is no whining allowed in Lourdes.
How have your hands served the needs of others today? This week?
Tonight we have the privilege of attending the Engagement Mass at St. Joseph’s Church. We witness volunteers like ourselves who after five years of service in Lourdes commit to return each year, God willing, to continue service.
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No whining allowed in Lourdes!
In what ways have you seen more blessings come from giving than receiving? Did the example of the volunteers making their engagement inspire you in your faith journey?
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Thursday June, 01 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Each pilgrim is here because they truly believe in God and His great love. St. Bernadette truly believed the the Blessed Mother appeared to her. Imagine if that happened to you, or even telling someone about it!
In what ways do you feel God has kept you safe on this pilgrimage?
Psalm 16 reminds us of this: Keep me safe, my God,for in you I take refuge. I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.” I say of the holy people who are in the land, “They are the noble ones in whom is all my delight.” Those who run after other gods will suffer more and more. I will not pour out libations of blood to such gods or take up their names on my lips. Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure. The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance. I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me. I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay. You make known to me the path of life;you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
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How have you felt hope in your belief in God?
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Friday June, 02 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Today we have the privilege of celebrating mass in the actual Grotto!!! We kneel where Bernadette knelt before Mary. We stand on Holy Ground where the Mother of God appeared.We bring all of our prayers, petitions, and loved ones to the Grotto before Mary. We also bring those whom we have served so far in Lourdes.
When you sit quietly in the Grotto, what do you feel in the depths of your heart?
We stand on Holy ground.
Do you feel moved to open your heart to Jesus and Mary? Is there a special place where I call home like the Grotto that I can also be quiet with Jesus and Mary in?
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Saturday June, 03 Reflection
Questions to Ponder
Our service in Lourdes is nearing its end. Today we say goodbye to those we served this week. We thank them for their witness of faith and friendship! Promises to pray for each other are made! Don’t cry too much.
What have you learned from this service experience? We know there is so much, but what stuck out to you most?
Don’t cry too much. ;)
How can you bring this home to share with your friends and family?
How can you keep the spirit of Lourdes alive in your life as you return to the everyday routine of life at home?
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Sunday June, 04 First Reading: Acts 2:1-11 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues[a] as the Spirit enabled them.
that each of us hears them in our native language? Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs—we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!”
They were all together in one place. Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard their own language being spoken. Utterly amazed, they asked: “Aren’t all these who are speaking Galileans? Then how is it
Responsorial Psalm: Ps 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 41 R. Lord send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth. Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord, my God, you are great indeed! How manifolds are your works, O Lord! the earth is full of your creatures;
If you take away their breathe, they perish and return to dust. When you send forth your spirit, they are created, and you renew the face of the earth.
May the glory of the Lord endure forever; may the Lord be glad in his works! Pleasing to him be my them; I will be glad in the Lord.
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Sunday June, 04 Second Reading: 1 Corintians 12:3-7, 12-13 Therefore I want you to know that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit. There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work. Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink.
Gospel: John 20:19-23 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.
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Peace be with you! As the Father sent me, I am sending you.
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Reflection
Questions to Ponder
We are very similar to the apostles right now. We shared in an incredible experience together. Just as Jesus instructed the disciples to bring his love out to others, we are instructed.
How do you feel about going home?
For the times when we will be like the apostles, hidden in a room, let us remember that the Holy Spirit is always with us and is calling us to go out with His strength.
Are you confident that you can bring a piece of Lourdes into your everyday life routine? How will you?
It’s Pentacost!
How can you remind yourself of the tender love that Jesus and Mary’s hold in their hearts specifically for you?
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Mass Responses Penitential Rite Kyrie eleison.
Kyrie eleison.
Christe eleison.
Christe eleison.
Kyrie eleison.
Kyrie eleison.
Glory to God Glory to God in the Higest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, SLord God— Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in the glory of God the Father. Amen, amen.
Gospel Acclamation Alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia! Speak, O lord, your servant is listening; you have the words of everlasting life.
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Holy Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of hosts, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the the highest. Hosanna in the highest.
Save Us Savior Save us, Savior of the world, for by your cross and resurrection you have set us free, you have set us free.
Amen Amen, amen, amen.
Lamb of God Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world. Have mercy, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world. Have mercy, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world. Grant us, grant us peace.
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Songs and Praises Hail Holy Queen Hail, Holy Queen enthroned above, O Maria! Hail, Mother of mercy and of love, O Maria! Refrain: Triumph all ye cherubim! Sing with us ye seraphim! Heaven and earth resound the hymn! Salve, salve, salve, Regina! Our life, our sweetness here below, O Maria! Our hope in sorrow and in woe, O Maria! Refrain
Immaculate Mary Immaculate Mary, your praises we sing. You reign now in Heaven with Jesus our King Refrain: Ave, Ave, Ave, Maria! Ave, Ave, Ave, Maria! In Heaven the blessed your glory proclaim; on earth we your children invoke your sweet name. Refrain
When this our exile is complete, O Maria! Show us thy Son, our Jesus sweet, O Maria!
We pray for our Mother, the Church upon earth, and bless, Holy Mary, the land of our birth.
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Salve Regina
Hail Mary, Gentle Women
Latin Salve, Regina, mater misericordiae: Vita, dulcedo, et spes nostra, salve. Ad te clamamus, exsules, filii Hevae. Ad te suspiramus, gementes et flentes In hac lacrimarum valle. Eia ergo, Advocata nostra, Illos tuos misericordes oculos Ad nos converte. Et Jesum, benedictum fructum ventris tui, nobis, post hoc exsilium ostende. O clemens! O pia! O dulcis Virgo Maria!
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you. Blessed are you among women, and Blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us sinners now, And at the hour of death. Amen.
English Hail, holy Queen, mother of mercy, Our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve.To thee do we send up our sighs, Mourning and weeping in this vale of tears. Turn then, O most gracious Advocate, Thine eyes of mercy towards us. And after this, our exile, Show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement! O loving! O sweet Virgin Mary!
Refrain: Gentle woman, quiet light, morning star so strong and bright, gentle mother peaceful dove teach us wisdom; teach us love. You were chosen by the Father: You were chosen for the Son, You were chosen from all women and for woman shining one. Refrain Blessed are you among women Blessed in turn all women too Blessed they with peaceful spirits Blessed they with gentle hearts. Refrain
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Shepherd Me, O God
Lead Me Lord
Refrain: Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.
Blessed are the poor in spirit,longing for their Lord, for God’s coming kingdom shall be theirs.
Refrain God is my shepherd, so nothing I shall want, I rest in the meadows of faithfulness and love, I walk by the quiet waters of peace. Refrain
Blessed are the sorrowing, for they shall be consoled, and the meek shall come to rule the world. Refrain: Lead me, Lord, lead me, Lord, by the light of truth to seek and to find the narrow way. Be my way; be my truth; be my life, my Lord, and lead me, Lord, today.
Gently you raise me and heal my weary soul, you lead me by pathways of righteousness and truth, my spirit shall sing the music of your Name.
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Blest are they whose hunger only holiness can fill, for I say they shall be satisfied.
Though I should wander the valley of death, I fear no evil, for you are at my side, your rod and your staff, my comfort and my hope.
Blessed are the merciful, for mercy shall be theirs, and the pure in heart shall see their God.
Refrain Blest are they who through their lifetimes sow the seeds of peace; all will call them children of the Lord. Blest are you, though persecuted in your holy life, for in heaven, great is your reward. Refrain
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Sacred Silence
Open the Eyes of My Heart
Refrain: Sacred silence, Holy ocean Gentle waters, washing over me Help me listen, Holy Spirit Come and speak to me
Open the eyes of my heart, Lord Open the eyes of my heart I want to see You I want to see You
God my father, Christ my brother Holy Spirit, sanctifying me Lord I’m sorry, please forgive me Come and set me free
To see You high and lifted up Shinin’ in the light of Your glory Pour out Your power and love As we sing holy, holy, holy
Refrain Holy Mary, Gentle mother God’s pure vessel, praying for me Saints and Angels, all in heaven Come and be with me. Refrain
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The Servant Song
Table of Plenty
Will you let me be your servant Let me be as Christ to you Pray that I might have the grace To let you be my servant too
Refrain: Come to the feast of heaven and earth! Come to the table of plenty! God will provide for all that we need, here at the table of plenty
We are pilgrims on the journey We are brothers on the road We are here to help each other Walk the mile and bear the load I will hold the Christ light for you In the night time of your fear I will hold my hand out to you Speak the the peace you long to hear. I will weep when you are weeping When you laugh, I’ll laugh with you I will share your joy and sorrow Till we’ve seen this journey through. When we sing to God in heaven We shall find such harmony Born to all we’ve known together Of Christ’s love and agony
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Refrain O come and sit at my table where saints and sinners are friends. I wait to welcome the lost and lonely to share the cup of my love. Refrain O come and eat without money; come to drink without price. My feast of gladness will feed your spirit with faith and fullness of life.
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Christ, Be Our Light
Taste and See
Longing for light, we wait in darkness. Longing for truth, we turn to you. Make us your own, your holy people, light for the world to see.
Refrain: Taste and see, taste and see the goodness of the Lord. Oh, taste and see, taste and see the goodness of the Lord, of the Lord.
Refrain: Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts. Shine through the darkness. Christ, be our light! Shine in your church gathered today.
I will bless the Lord at all times. Praise shall always be on my lips; my soul shall glory in the Lord; for God has been so good to me.
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Longing for peace, our world is troubled. Longing for hope, many despair. Your word alone has pow’r to save us. Make us your living voice.
Glorify the Lord with me. Together let us all praise God’s name. I called the Lord, who answered me; from all my troubles I was set free.
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Longing for food, many are hungry. Longing for water, many still thirst. Make us your bread, broken for others, shared until all are fed.
Worship the Lord, all you people. You’ll want for nothing if you ask. Taste and see that the Lord is good; in God we need put all our trust.
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Longing for shelter, many are homeless. Longing for warmth, many are cold. Make us your building, sheltering others, walls made of living stone. Refrain Many the gifts, many the people, many the hearts that yearn to belong. Let us be servants to one another, making your kingdom come.
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Now We Remain
Gather Your People
Refrain: We hold the death of the Lord deep in our hearts.Living, now we remain with Jesus, the Christ.
Refrain: Gather your people, O Lord. Gather your people, O Lord. One bread, one body, one spirit of love. Gather your people,
Once we were people afraid, lost in the night.Then by your cross we were saved.Dead became living, life from your giving. Refrain Something which we have known, something we’ve touched, what we have seen with our eyes: this we have heard, life giving Word.
Refrain Draw us forth to the table of life: brothers and sisters,each of us called to walk in your light Refrain We are parts of the body of Christ, needing each other, each of the gifts the Spirit provides
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He chose to give of himself, became our bread. Broken that we might live. Love beyond love, pain for our pain
Wash us, Lord, in the waters of life: waters of mercy, waters of hope that flow from your side.
Refrain We are in the presence of God. This is our call. Now to become bread and wine: food for the hungry, life for the weary, for to live with the Lord, we must die with the Lord. Refrain
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We are Called to Serve
Amazing Grace
Refrain: We are called to serve, we are called by grace to cherish Christ in ev’ry face. We are called to serve, we are called by name, and in all we are, God’s love proclaim.
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found; Was blind, but now I see.
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’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed.
Called beyond our hyman understanding, called before the world came into view. Within your mother’s womb you name was known to me, for you did not choose me, no I chose you.
Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come; ’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And grace will lead me home.
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The Lord has promised good to me, His Word my hope secures; He will my Shield and Portion be, As long as life endures.
Called to be a light amid the darkness, called to help a doubting world believe. Empowered by my Spirit, anointed with my love, you are called to give and share what you believe.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years, Bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise Than when we’d first begun.
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Bread of Life
You Alone
Bread of life and cup of hope, we come as gift to You. Change our hearts; fill us with peace. Transform our lives anew. Open our eyes so that we might see Your presence in one another. Your life, poured out in love today, unites us all in You.
Refrain: You alone are holy, you alone are Lord.You alone are worthy to be honored and adored. Mercy you have given, kindness you have shown. Love is you alone.
Loving Lord, Creator God, open our eyes to see. The good that lives in each of us, that called the world to be. And when we fail to see the good, when friendships falter and crumble; Give us the courage to forgive that we may live in peace. Living Word, O Son of God, Your love shows us the way. That we may live in harmony, and from You never stray. Wipe all oppression from our midst, Give us a love for all people. Your song of justice sing in us, to live for peace today.
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Refrain Who of us is sinless in this place? Who of us deserves you saving grace? Who of us is good at all without your blessed love that falls upon our hearts to heal our brokenness? Refrain What is there to do but thank you, then, for the gift that we might call you friend? Greater love has not been known than that for which you gave your only son, that you might see us, pure and blessed. Refrain
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Prayers Credo(Latin)
The Apostle’s Creed
Credo in Deum Patrem omnipotentem, Creatorem caeli et terrae. Et in Iesum Christum, Filium eius unicum, Dominum nostrum, qui conceptus est de Spiritu Sancto, natus ex Maria Virgine, passus sub Pontio Pilato, crucifixus, mortuus, et sepultus, descendit ad infernos, tertia die resurrexit a mortuis, ascendit ad caelos, sedet ad dexteram Dei Patris omnipotentis, inde venturus est iudicare vivos et mortuos. Credo in Spiritum Sanctum, sanctam Ecclesiam catholicam, sanctorum communionem, remissionem peccatorum, carnis resurrectionem, vitam aeternam.
I believe in God the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day He arose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
Rosary Procession Gloriosa Mater Christi
Glorious Mother of Christ
Gloriosa Mater Christi benedicta Mater nostra! Repeat
Glorious Mother of Christ, blessed is our Mother! Repeat
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Gloria Patri
Glory Be
Gloria Patri, et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto.
Glory to the Father, the Son, and Holy Spirit
Sicut erat in principo, et nunc et semper, et in saecula saeculorum. Amen
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be amen.
Ave Maria
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Come drink at the fountain that you will find her and wash in these waters so pure and so clear.
As Bernadette awaited, there came to her sight, a radiant Lady surrounded by light. Refrain She gave her a message, “Let penance be done and pray that all sinners may turn to my Son.” Refrain
Refrain: Ave, ave, ave Maria! Ave, ave, ave Maria! Oh Mary, Our Mother, we come to this place, where you who are sinless appeared full of grace. Refrain
Come here in procession to praise God and sing, to wash in these waters and drink at this Spring Refrain End with Salve Regina(P. 26)
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Prayers Adoration Prayer
Divine Praises
My Lord Jesus Christ, I believe that You are really here in this Sacrament. Night and day You remain here compassionate and loving. You call,You wait for, You welcome everyone who comes to visit You. I thank You, Jesus my Divine Redeemer for coming upon the earth for our sake and for instituting the Adorable Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist in order to remain with us until the end of the world.
Blessed be God.
I thankYou for hiding beneath the Eucharistic species.Your infinite majesty and beauty, whichYour Angels delight to behold, so that I might have courage to approach the throne of Your mercy.
Blessed be His Most Precious Blood
I thank You dear Jesus, for having become the priceless Victim, to merit for me the fullness of heavenly favors. Awaken in me such confidence in You that their fullness may descend ever more fruitfully upon my soul.
Blessed be the Holy Spirit, the Paraclete
I thank You for offering Yourself in thanksgiving to God for all His benefits, spiritual and temporal which He has bestowed on me. Grant me grace and perseverance in your faithful service. Amen.
Blessed be His Holy Name. Blessed be Jesus Christ, true God and true Man. Blessed be the Name of Jesus. Blessed be His Most Sacred Heart.
Blessed be Jesus in the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar.
Blessed be the great Mother of God, Mary most Holy. Blessed be her Holy and Immaculate Conception. Blessed be her Glorious Assumption Blessed be the Name of Mary, Virgin and Mother. Blessed be St. Joseph, her most chaste spouse. Blessed be God in His Angels and in His Saints.
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Vincentian Family Prayer
Mother of the Redeemer
Lord Jesus,You who willed to become poor,Give us eyes and a heart directed toward the poor, Help us to recognise You in them– In their thirst, their hunger, their loneliness and their misfortune
Loving Mother of the Redeemer, gate of heaven, star of the sea, assist your people who have fallen, as we strive to rise again. To the wonderment of nature, you bore your Creator, yet remained a virgin after as before.
Enkindle within our Vincentian family, unity, simplicity, humility and the fire of love that burned in St Vincent de Paul Strengthen us, so that, faithful to the practice of these virtues, We may contemplate You, and serve You, in the person of the poor, and may one day be united with You and them in Your kingdom.
You who received Gabriel’s joyful greeting have pity on us poor sinners.
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Confession Guide Examination of Conscience Did I pray to God, daily and from my heart?
Did I view pornography, entertain lustful thoughts, conversations, or actions?
Did I live and witness to my Catholic faith, joyfully and courageously?
Was I unchaste to my significant other? Did I engage in adulterous activity, sexual, emotional, virtual, etc.)? Did I use contraceptives?
Did I take God’s name in vain? Did I curse anyone or make false oaths? Did I engage in superstitious or occult practices? Did I attend and participate at Mass on Sundays and holy days of obligation? Did I fast and abstain on prescribed days? Did I respect people in authority? My employer? Did I honor my parents? Was I violent or unneccesarily aggressive( physically, verbally, psychologically to anyone?
Was I neglectful of the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, or physical needs of my family or friends? Did I steal or damage another’s property? Was I honest and just in my business relations? Did I waste time at work? Did I arrive late to work? Did I contribute to the needs of the spiritually or materially poor with my time and resources?
Was I prideful, stubborn, or rude with anyone? Did I hold a grudge?
Did I engage in gossip? Did I lie? Did I speak poorly of others? Did I judge anyone unfairly?
Did I abuse alcohol, prescription medications, or illegal drugs? Did I overindulge in eating?
Did I envy anyone? Was I jealous of others or covet antoher’s belongings?
Did I consent to, recommend, advise, or actively take part in abortion? Did I use abortifacient drugs?
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If you can’t remember everything, write a list and bring it to confession with you!
Lourdes Prayer Guide
Steps to Confession 1.
Priest gives a blessing or greeting.
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Make the sign of the cross and say,
OR My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.
“Bless me father for I have sinned. It’s been... (How long, weeks, months, years,) since my last confession.”
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Confess your sins that you went over in your examination of conscience. If you aren’t sure if something is a sin ask the priest. This is your time with God where he’ll use his priest as an instrument to show you how much he loves you. Once you finish confessing your sins, the priest will give you penance to do and advice on how to become a better follower of Christ. Say an Act of Contrition to reaffirm your confession of your sins. O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins because of Thy just punishments, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, Who art all-good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Thy grace, to sin no more and to avoid the near occasions of sin.
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The Priest, acting in the person of Christ, will extend his hands over you and absolves you of your sins.
You are forgiven of all your sins! Go in peace and remember to do your penance!
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Endnote This book was designed and written to give you, the volunteer, the best prayer experience you could have in Lourdes. A special thanks to the St. John’s University Campus ministry leaders: Fr. John Kettleberger, Caitlin King, and Victoria O’Keefe for leading us through this experience and the St. John’s University Plunge Program for making this happen. Thank you also to Pamela Ryan, our pilgrimage director and the North American Volunteers Program! This book was designed and edited by one of the participants of the trip, Class of 2018, Matthew Smith. Typefaces used include:
Raleway Light Regular Medium Semibold Extrabold
Perpetua Regular Bold
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