The Liturgy of the Hours: Sing the Hours

Evening Prayer of the Catholic Liturgy of the Hours in Gregorian Chant.
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Vespers, 19th Monday in Ordinary Time, August 10, 2026. Feast of St. Lawrence

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..

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Sing the Hours c/o Paul Rose
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1st Floor, Suite 116
Campbell, CA. 95008

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

Join us on our January Pilgrimage to Southern California! More info: https://www.singthehours.org/pilgrimage

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium" – "O God, come to my assistance" (English), solemn tone
Hymn: Martyris Christi colimus triumphum, "We sing the triumph," ca. 10th c., © 2023 ICEL, Mode VIII, melody 121; Liber Hymnarius, Solesmes, 1983
Psalm 116v1-9
Psalm 116v10-19
Revelation 4v11; 5;9,10,12
Reading: 2 Corinthians 1v3-5
Responsory: You have tried us by fire, O God, then led us to a place of refreshment. (Gregorian adaptation)
Magnificat 
Intercessions
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"

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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.

Morning Prayer of the Catholic Liturgy of the Hours in Gregorian Chant.
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Lauds, Morning Prayer for the 19th Monday in Ordinary Time, August 10, 2026. 
Thank you for praying with us. Help us keep Sing the Hours on the internet!

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

Check By Mail
Please make checks out to Paul Rose and mail to:
Sing the Hours c/o Paul Rose
307 Orchard City Drive
1st Floor, Suite 116
Campbell, CA. 95008

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, January 2027. More info: https://www.singthehours.org/pilgrimage

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium..." – "O God, come to my assistance"
Hymn: In martyris Laurentii, “When Lawrence Came to Martyrdom” Prudentius, ca. 348-405, translation © 2023 ICEL Mode IV, melody 68; Liber Hymnarius, Solesmes, 1983
Psalm 63v2-9 (antiphon by StH, inspired by the Gregorian, tone VII)
Canticle: Daniel 3v57-88, 56 (tone VIII)
Psalm 149 (tone II alt.)
Reading: 2 Corinthians 1v3-5
Responsory: The Lord is my strength, I shall always praise him. (Gregorian adaptation)
Canticle of Zechariah
Intercessions 
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite: "Dominus nos benedicat" – "May the Lord Bless us"
Ora Pro Nobis Sancta Dei Genetrix – "Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God"

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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.

Evening Prayer of the Catholic Liturgy of the Hours in Gregorian Chant.

The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary. Sunday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time, August 9, 2026.

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

Check By Mail
Please make checks out to Paul Rose and mail to:
Sing the Hours c/o Paul Rose
307 Orchard City Drive
1st Floor, Suite 116
Campbell, CA. 95008

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

Introductory Rite: "O God come to my assistance"
Hymn: "Sublime Creator of the Light." ©2023 ICEL
Psalm 110v1-5, 7
Psalm 111
Canticle: See Revelation 19v1-7 (adapted from the Gregorian by StH ©2023)
Reading: 1 Peter 1v3-5
Responsory: ℟. Benedictus es Domine, in firmamento caeli. "The whole creation proclaims the greatness of your glory."
Magnificat
Intercessions
The Lord’s Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite
Dismissal

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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 #Catholic

Morning Prayer of the Catholic Liturgy of the Hours in Gregorian Chant.

The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary. Sunday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time, August 9th, 2026.

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

Check By Mail
Please make checks out to Paul Rose and mail to:
Sing the Hours c/o Paul Rose
307 Orchard City Drive
1st Floor, Suite 116
Campbell, CA. 95008

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

Introductory Rite: "Lord open my lips, and my mouth will proclaim Your praise."
Invitatory: Psalm 95
Hymn: "Aeterne rerum Conditor," Ambrose of Milan
Psalm 93
Canticle: Daniel 3v57-88, 56
Psalm 148
Reading: Ezekiel 37v12b-14
Antiphon: Christ, Son of the living God, have mercy on us.
Canticle of Zechariah
Intercessions: "Enlighten Your people, Lord."
The Lord's Prayer
Collect
Concluding Rite
Dismissal Acclamation
Marian Devotion (Latin)

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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 #Catholic#catholicprayer #Catholic

Evening Prayer of the Catholic Liturgy of the Hours in Gregorian Chant.
The daily prayer of the Catholic Church, chanted from the Roman Breviary.

Vespers, 18th Saturday in Ordinary Time, August 8, 2026

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

Introductory Rite: "Deus in adjutorium" – "O God come to my assistance"
Hymn: "Creator of the Earth and Sky." ("Deus creator omnium." St. Ambrose of Milan c. 4th Century. Liber Hymnarius, Solesmes 1983). Translation by Charles Bigg 1840-1908.
Psalm 113
Psalm 116v10-19
Canticle: Philippians 2:6-11
Reading: Hebrews 13:20-21
Responsory: "Our hearts are filled with wonder as we contemplate Your works, O Lord."
Magnificat (Canticle of Mary)
Intercessions: "Show us Your love, Lord."
Pater Noster (The Lord's Prayer)
Collect (Concluding Prayers)
Concluding Rite (Dominus nos benedicat...)

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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.