power of Thy Holy Spirit may be with us of His mercy, to cleanse our hearts, and defend us from all adversities. Through Our Lord, etc.
AT PRIME.
MAY the grace of the Holy Spirit enlighten our minds and our hearts. Amen.
V. O God, hasten to my aid.
R. Glory be to the Father. Alleluia.
Hymn.
PURE offspring of Mary's
Immaculate womb;
Lifted high on the cross —
Submerged in the tomb;
Lo! Christ from His bondage
Doth quickly arise,
And in sight of His brethren
Ascend to the skies!
Ant. Come, O Holy Spirit,
etc. V. and R. with the
Prayer as above.
AT TIERCE.
MAY the grace of the Holy Spirit enlighten our minds and our hearts. Amen.
V. O God, hasten to my aid.
R. Glory be to the Father. Alleluia.
Hymn.
HIS brethren He wills.
As orphans to leave,
And on Pentecost morn
His Spirit doth give.
Descending in power
Their hearts to inspire,
In semblance of tongues
Of miraculous fire.
