Lauds, Morning Prayer on the 19th Friday in Ordinary Time, August 15, 2025.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

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Deus in Adjutorium – "O God Come To My Assistance"
Hymn: "Solis O Virgo," Vittorio Genovesi, 20th century. (English) ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal, GIA Publications, Inc. ©2023 Translation
Psalm 63v2-9
Canticle: Daniel 3v57-88, 56
Psalm 149
Reading: Isaiah 61v10
Responsory: Today the Virgin Mary was taken up to heaven.
Benedictus (English, Luke 1v68-79)
Intercessions: "May your mother intercede for us, Lord.
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite
Ave Maria
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