The Liturgy of the Hours: Sing the Hours

Liturgy of the Hours
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Vespers II, 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 11, 2026.
With Fr. Nathaniel Sanders and Paul Rose

Chanted morning and evening prayers from the Divine Office. Join the Church in this ancient rhythm of psalms, canticles, and Scripture in both English and Latin.

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Latin/English Translation for the Benedictus and the Magnificat
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Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium" – "O God come to my assistance"
Hymn: "O Light O Blessed Trinity."(English) ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal, GIA Publications, Inc. ©2023 Translation*
Psalm 110v1-5, 7
Psalm 112
Canticle: see Revelation 19v1-7
Reading: Hebrews 12v22-24
Responsory: "Our Lord is great; mighty is His power."
Canticle of Mary (Magnificat)
Intercessions: "Lord, hear our prayer."
Pater Noster
Concluding Prayers with Fr. Nathaniel Sanders
Marian Devotion: Ora pro nobis Sancta Dei Genetrix

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English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours: General Instruction, Antiphons, Invitatories, Responsories, Intercessions, Psalm 95, the Canticle of the Lamb, Psalm Prayers; original texts of the Opening Prayers and Alternative Opening Prayers from the Roman Missal, and the Roman Calendar. Copyright ©1970, 1973, 1975, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The texts of all Biblical Readings and Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles and the Canticle of the Lamb) are reproduced with permission from The New American Bible, ©1970 by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington D.C. All rights reserved.
Psalm Texts except Psalm 95 ©The Grail (England) 1963 published by Collins, London 1963.
English translations of the Te Deum, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis, Benedictus, and Doxology by the International Consultation on English Texts.
*Hymn: The English translation is copyright ©2023 International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation.

Liturgy of the Hours
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Lauds, 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 11, 2026.

Chanted morning and evening prayers from the Divine Office. Join the Church in this ancient rhythm of psalms, canticles, and Scripture in both English and Latin.

New to praying or singing the Hours? Just press play and follow along.
Made without AI. 100% human vocals, 100% real Catholic prayer.

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Latin/English Translation for the Benedictus and the Magnificat
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HLzxSsHz6aKXBKznoJxYjKztRLsoAxKDH7Q6eyCvKv4/edit?usp=sharing

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Lord open my lips, and my mouth will proclaim Your praise.
Invitatory: Psalm 95
Hymn: #251 "Lo Night is Waning." By St. Gregory the Great (540-604 AD). (English) ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal, GIA Publications, Inc. ©2023.*
Psalm 118
Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57
Psalm 150
Reading: 2 Timothy 2v8, 11-13
Responsory: "We give thanks to You, O God, as we call upon Your Name."
Benedictus
Intercessions: "We praise you Lord, and trust in You."
Pater Noster (The Lord's Prayer)
Concluding Prayers
Marian Appeal

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English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours: General Instruction, Antiphons, Invitatories, Responsories, Intercessions, Psalm 95, the Canticle of the Lamb, Psalm Prayers; original texts of the Opening Prayers and Alternative Opening Prayers from the Roman Missal, and the Roman Calendar. Copyright ©1970, 1973, 1975, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The texts of all Biblical Readings and Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles and the Canticle of the Lamb) are reproduced with permission from The New American Bible, ©1970 by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington D.C. All rights reserved.
Psalm Texts except Psalm 95 ©The Grail (England) 1963 published by Collins, London 1963.
English translations of the Te Deum, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis, Benedictus, and Doxology by the International Consultation on English Texts.
*Hymn: The English translation is copyright ©2023 International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation

Liturgy of the Hours
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Vespers I, 27th Saturday (28th Sunday) in Ordinary Time, October 10, 2026.

Chanted morning and evening prayers from the Divine Office. Join the Church in this ancient rhythm of psalms, canticles, and Scripture in both English and Latin.

New to praying or singing the Hours? Just press play and follow along.
Made without AI. 100% human vocals, 100% real Catholic prayer.

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Latin/English Translation for the Benedictus and the Magnificat
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HLzxSsHz6aKXBKznoJxYjKztRLsoAxKDH7Q6eyCvKv4/edit?usp=sharing

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"Deus in adjutorium" – "O God, come to my assistance" (Solemn tone adapted for English by Sing the Hours ©2023)
Hymn: "O God the Source of All That Is." English Translation - ICEL ©2023.#246 in "The Divine Office Hymnal," GIA Publications, Inc.* (See note for further attributions)
Psalm 122
Psalm 130
Canticle: Philippians 2v6-11
Reading: 2 Peter 1v19-21
Responsory: From the rising of the sun to its setting, may the name of the Lord be praised.
Magnificat (Canticle of Mary: Luke 1v46-55)
Intercessions: Look on us with favor, Lord, and hear us.
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
"Dominus nos benedicat" – "May the Lord Bless us"
Ora pro nobis Sancta Dei Genetrix (Marian Devotion)
A Message from Archbishop Cordileone

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English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours: General Instruction, Antiphons, Invitatories, Responsories, Intercessions, Psalm 95, the Canticle of the Lamb, Psalm Prayers; original texts of the Opening Prayers and Alternative Opening Prayers from the Roman Missal, and the Roman Calendar. Copyright ©1970, 1973, 1975, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The texts of all Biblical Readings and Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles and the Canticle of the Lamb) are reproduced with permission from The New American Bible, ©1970 by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington D.C. All rights reserved.
Psalm Texts except Psalm 95 ©The Grail (England) 1963 published by Collins, London 1963.
English translations of the Te Deum, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis, Benedictus, and Doxology by the International Consultation on English Texts.
*Hymn: The English translation is copyright ©2023 International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation.

Liturgy of the Hours
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Lauds, 27th Saturday in Ordinary Time, October 10, 2026.

Chanted morning and evening prayers from the Divine Office. Join the Church in this ancient rhythm of psalms, canticles, and Scripture in both English and Latin.

New to praying or singing the Hours? Just press play and follow along.
Made without AI. 100% human vocals, 100% real Catholic prayer.

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Latin/English Translation for the Benedictus and the Magnificat
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HLzxSsHz6aKXBKznoJxYjKztRLsoAxKDH7Q6eyCvKv4/edit?usp=sharing

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Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium" – "O God, come to my assistance"
Hymn: "Aurora iam spargit polum." attr. Ambrose of Milan, Translation ICEL ©2023.
Psalm 119 (StH arrangement)
Canticle: Wisdom 9v1-12
Psalm 117
Reading: Philippians 2v14-15 (Solesmes reading tone)
Responsory: I cry to You O Lord, for You are my refuge. (arranged by StH from the Gregorian)
Benedictus (English, Tone VIII, Luke 1v68-79)
Intercessions
Pater Noster (The Lord's Prayer)
Collect
"Dominus nos benedicat" – "May the Lord bless us"
Ora Pro Nobis Sancta Dei Genetrix – "Pray for us O Holy Mother of God"
Message from Archbishop Cordileone

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English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours: General Instruction, Antiphons, Invitatories, Responsories, Intercessions, Psalm 95, the Canticle of the Lamb, Psalm Prayers; original texts of the Opening Prayers and Alternative Opening Prayers from the Roman Missal, and the Roman Calendar. Copyright ©1970, 1973, 1975, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The texts of all Biblical Readings and Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles and the Canticle of the Lamb) are reproduced with permission from The New American Bible, ©1970 by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington D.C. All rights reserved.
Psalm Texts except Psalm 95 ©The Grail (England) 1963 published by Collins, London 1963.
English translations of the Te Deum, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis, Benedictus, and Doxology by the International Consultation on English Texts.
*Hymn: The English translation is copyright ©2023 International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation.

Liturgy of the Hours
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Vespers, 27th Friday in Ordinary Time, October 9, 2026.

Chanted morning and evening prayers from the Divine Office. Join the Church in this ancient rhythm of psalms, canticles, and Scripture in both English and Latin.

New to praying or singing the Hours? Just press play and follow along.
Made without AI. 100% human vocals, 100% real Catholic prayer.

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Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!
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Monthly Support and private community: https://singthehours.podia.com/support
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Latin/English Translation for the Benedictus and the Magnificat
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HLzxSsHz6aKXBKznoJxYjKztRLsoAxKDH7Q6eyCvKv4/edit?usp=sharing

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Introductory Rite: Deus in adjutorium – "O God, come to my assistance" (Sing the Hours arrangement)
Hymn: "Maker of Man who from Thy Throne." English: John David Chambers (19th century)
Psalm 135
Canticle: Revelation 15v3-4
Reading: James 1v2-4
Responsory: Christ loved us and washed away our sins, in his own blood.
Magnificat (Canticle of Mary: Luke 1v46-55)
Intercessions: Have mercy on your people, Lord.
Pater Noster
Collect
Concluding Rite: "Dominus nos benedicat" – "May the Lord Bless us"
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English translation of The Liturgy of the Hours: General Instruction, Antiphons, Invitatories, Responsories, Intercessions, Psalm 95, the Canticle of the Lamb, Psalm Prayers; original texts of the Opening Prayers and Alternative Opening Prayers from the Roman Missal, and the Roman Calendar. Copyright ©1970, 1973, 1975, International Committee on English in the Liturgy, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The texts of all Biblical Readings and Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles and the Canticle of the Lamb) are reproduced with permission from The New American Bible, ©1970 by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington D.C. All rights reserved.
Psalm Texts except Psalm 95 ©The Grail (England) 1963 published by Collins, London 1963.
English translations of the Te Deum, Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis, Benedictus, and Doxology by the International Consultation on English Texts.
*Hymn - Copyright ©2023 the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
The English translation is copyright ©2023 International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. The Hymnal is published and distributed exclusively by GIA Publications, Inc.