The Roman Missal: Votive Masses of the Trinity, the Holy Ghost and the Blessed Virgin (English) 7

1[Mass of the B. V. Mary, from Pentecost to Advent.]

2Introit. Hail holy parent, who didst bring forth the King; who rules heaven and earth for ever. Ps. My heart hath uttered a good word: I speak my works to the King. Glory, &c.

3Prayer. Concede nos. Grant to us thy servants, we beseech thee, O Lord God, to enjoy perpetual health of mind and body, and by the glorious intercession of blessed Mary, ever virgin, to be delivered from present sorrow, and to enjoy eternal gladness. Through our Lord, &c.

4Lesson. Ecclus. xxiv. 14—16. As above, page LXIX.

5Gradual. Thou art blessed and venerable, O Virgin Mary, who without any violation of purity, wert found the mother of our Saviour. O Virgin Mother of God, he whom the whole world is unable to contain, being made man, inclosed himself in thy womb. Alleluia, alleluia. After child-birth thou didst remain a pure virgin; O Mother of God, intercede for us. Alleluia.

6Gospel. St Luke xi. 27—28. As above, page LXIX.

7Offertory. Hail Mary, full of grace; the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb.

8Secret. Through thy mercy, O Lord, and by the intercession of blessed Mary, ever virgin, may this oblation procure for us present and perpetual prosperity and peace. Through our Lord, &c.

9Communion. Blessed is the womb of the Virgin Mary, which bore the Son of the eternal God.

10Postcom. Sumptis. Having received, O Lord, these helps to our salvation, grant we beseech thee, that we may be ever protected by the patronage of blessed Mary, ever virgin, in whose honour we have made these offerings to thy majesty. Through our Lord, &c.