JOSEPH THE WORKER
Evening Prayer
We venerate your justice,
The gospels praise your name,
You are the saint all humble,
Who gained eternal fame;
In your devoted family
Our souls in trust confide,
Direct our way to heaven.
Saint Joseph, be our guide.
Text: Jan Michael Gannon; Tune: Schubert 76.76D, arr. Gilchrist; Midi: Cyberhymnal
PSALMODY
Antiphon: His parents found Jesus in the temple sitting in the midst of the doctors, listening to them and asking them questions.
Lord, who shall be admitted to your tent
and dwell on your holy mountain?
The man who walks without fault,
who acts with justice
and speaks the truth from his heart,
he who does not slander with his tongue,
who does no wrong to his kindred,
who casts no slur on his neighbors,
who holds the godless in disdain,
but honors those who fear the Lord;
those who keep their word, come what may,
who take no interest on a loan
and accept no bribes against the innocent.
Such people will stand firm for ever. Glory...
Antiphon: His parents found Jesus in the temple sitting in the midst of the doctors, listening to them and asking them questions.
Antiphon: The mother of Jesus said to him: Son, why have you done this to us? See how your father and I have been anxiously searching for you.
Happy the man who fears the Lord,
who takes delight in all his commands.
His sons shall be powerful on earth;
the children of the upright are blessed.
Riches and wealth are in his house;
his justice stands firm for ever.
He is a light in the darkness for the upright:
he is generous, merciful and just.
The good man takes pity and lends,
he conducts his affairs with honor.
The just man will never waver:
he will be remembered for ever.
He has no fear of evil news;
with a firm heart he trusts in the Lord.
With a steadfast heart he will not fear;
he will see the downfall of his foes.
Open-handed, he gives to the poor;
his justice stands firm for ever.
His head will be raised in glory.
The wicked man sees and is angry,
grinds his teeth and fades away;
the desire of the wicked leads to doom.
Glory...
Antiphon: The mother of Jesus said to him: Son, why have you done this to us? See how your father and I have been anxiously searching for you.
Antiphon: Jesus returned with Mary and Joseph to Nazareth; there he lived and was obedient to them.
Mighty and wonderful are your works,
Lord God Almighty!
Righteous and true are your ways,
O King of the nations!
Who would dare refuse you honor,
or the glory due your name, O Lord?
Since you alone are holy,
all nations shall come
and worship in your presence.
Your mighty deeds are clearly seen. Glory...
READING
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