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, 26th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, September 30, 2026.
Memorial of St. Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church.

At Sing the Hours we chant 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: "With Glad Praise On this Feast." ©2023 ICEL
Psalm 62
Psalm 67
Canticle: Colossians 1v12-20
Reading: 1 Peter 5v1-4
Responsory "This is a man who loved his brethren and ever prayed for them."
Magnificat
Intercessions "Bring salvation to Your people, Lord."
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite

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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, 26th Wednesday in Ordinary Time, September 30, 2026.
Memorial of St. Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church

At Sing the Hours we chant 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.

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions below.

Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!
Ad-free Lauds, Vespers and Compline: https://singthehours.org/members

Other ways to help:
Monthly Support and private community: https://singthehours.podia.com/support
Venmo: @singthehours
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UT522UGV68ANS

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

Join us for a Liturgy of the Hours pilgrimage. For more info visit: singthehours.org/pilgrimage

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium" – "O God come to my assistance"
Hymn: "With Glad Praise on This Feast." English Translation ©2023 ICEL
Psalm 77
Canticle: 1 Samuel 2v1-10
Psalm 97
Reading: Wisdom 7v13-14
Responsory: "Let the peoples proclaim the wisdom of the saints."
Benedictus
Intercessions: Nourish Your people, Lord.
The Lord's Prayer (Pater Noster)
Collect
Concluding Rite: Dominus nos benedicat – "May the Lord bless us..."
Marian Devotion

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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.#CatholicPrayer

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

Vespers, 26th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, September 29, 2026.
Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael!

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.

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions below.

Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!
Ad-free Lauds, Vespers and Compline: https://singthehours.org/members

Other ways to help:
Monthly Support and private community: https://singthehours.podia.com/support
Venmo: @singthehours
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UT522UGV68ANS

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

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium..."
Hymn: "Christ We Implore You."* ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal,” GIA Publications, Inc. ©2023 Translation
Psalm 8
Psalm 138
Canticle: Colossians 1v12-20
Reading: Revelation 1v4b-5
Responsory: Clouds of incense rose in the presence of the Lord.
Magnificat (Canticle of Mary)
Intercessions: We beg you, hear us.
The Lord's Prayer
Concluding Prayers
Marian Devotion

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions:
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, 26th Tuesday in Ordinary Time, September 29, 2026.
Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, Archangels

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.

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions below.

Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!
Ad-free Lauds, Vespers and Compline: https://singthehours.org/members

Other ways to help:
Monthly Support and private community: https://singthehours.podia.com/support
Venmo: @singthehours
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UT522UGV68ANS

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

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium"
Hymn: "Christ the Splendor of the Father."* (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: Genesis 28v12-13a
Responsory: An angel stood by the altar.
Canticle of Zechariah (Benedictus, Luke 1:68-79)
Intercessions: "Angels of the Lord, bless the Lord."
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite
Marian Devotion

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions:
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, 26th Monday in Ordinary Time, September 28, 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.

Permissions Granted by ICEL. Copyright Attributions below.

Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!
Ad-free Lauds, Vespers and Compline: https://singthehours.org/members

Other ways to help:
Monthly Support and private community: https://singthehours.podia.com/support
Venmo: @singthehours
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UT522UGV68ANS

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

Introductory Rite: Deus in adjutorium – "O God come to my assistance"
Hymn: "Luminis fons, lux et origo lucis." By St. Alcuin OSB, ca 735-805. English Translation ICEL ©2023 published in "The Divine Office Hymnal,” #262 Mode I, Melody 9.
Psalm 45 (first part)
Psalm 45 (second part)
Canticle: Ephesians 1v3-10
Reading: 1 Thessalonians 2v13
Responsory: Accept my prayer, O Lord, which rises up to you.
Magnificat: Luke 1v46-55
Intercessions: Answer the prayers of your people, Lord.
The Lord's Prayer – "Pater Noster"
Collect (Concluding Prayers)
Concluding Rite

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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.