R. And she conceived of the Holy Ghost.
Let us pray.
POUR forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts; that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ, Thy Son, was made known by the message of an angel, may, by His Passion and cross, be brought to the glory of His Resurrection. Through the same Christ our Lord.
R. Amen.
From Christmas-day to the Purification.
V. After child-birth thou didst remain a pure virgin.
R. Intercede for us, O Mother of God.
Let us pray.
O GOD, Who, by the fruitful virginity of blessed Mary, hast given to mankind the rewards of eternal salvation, grant, we beseech Thee, that we may experience her intercession for us, through whom we have deserved to receive the Author of life, Our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who liveth.
R. Amen.
V. May the divine assistance remain always with us.
R. Amen.
Our Father. (In secret.)
