Blessed Contardo Ferrini
1020 Third Order
Entrance Antiphon [ Mal 2:6 ]
The teaching of truth was in his mouth, and no wrong was found on his lips; he walked with me in peace and justice, and turned many away from wickedness.
Collect
Almighty God, you made Blessed Contardo admirable in combining knowledge and piety. Grant us your servants to acknowledge you the true God and to love you above all things. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Prayer over the Offerings
Lord, give to us who offer these gifts at your altar the same spirit of love that filled Blessed Contardo. By celebrating this sacred Eucharist with pure minds and loving hearts, may we offer a sacrifice that pleases you, and brings salvation to us. Grant this through Christ our Lord.
Communion Antiphon [ Jn 8:12 ]
I am the light of the world, says the Lord; the man who follows me will have the light of life.
Prayer after Communion
All-powerful God, may this holy meal help us to follow the example of Blessed Contardo by showing in our lives the light of truth and love for our brothers. We ask this in the name of Jesus the Lord.
The teaching of truth was in his mouth, and no wrong was found on his lips; he walked with me in peace and justice, and turned many away from wickedness.
Collect
Almighty God, you made Blessed Contardo admirable in combining knowledge and piety. Grant us your servants to acknowledge you the true God and to love you above all things. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Prayer over the Offerings
Lord, give to us who offer these gifts at your altar the same spirit of love that filled Blessed Contardo. By celebrating this sacred Eucharist with pure minds and loving hearts, may we offer a sacrifice that pleases you, and brings salvation to us. Grant this through Christ our Lord.
Communion Antiphon [ Jn 8:12 ]
I am the light of the world, says the Lord; the man who follows me will have the light of life.
Prayer after Communion
All-powerful God, may this holy meal help us to follow the example of Blessed Contardo by showing in our lives the light of truth and love for our brothers. We ask this in the name of Jesus the Lord.