Memorial of St. Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr
Thanksgiving DayThe times of persecution and bigotry are always upon us, Lord, for even before our time you have always been hated by those faithful to the Evil One. Yet even in the face of aggression and hatred your faithful will not waver, for in you we have a fortress mightier than any weapon of war or mass ideology. In you we have hope, redemption and salvation, a leader in your Son and advocate in the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Memorial of Saint Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr Readings:
Revelation 5:1-10
Psalms 149:1B-2, 3-4, 5-6A, 9B
Luke 19:41-44
Sirach 50:22-24
Psalm 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11
1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Luke 17:11-19