PREPARE YOUR HEART FOR THE GOSPEL
Gospel Acclamation
Read today’s Gospel Acclamation and browse previous acclamations proclaimed before the Holy Gospel at Catholic Mass.
Today’s Gospel Acclamation
Prepare to receive Christ in the Gospel with today’s acclamation from the Church’s liturgy.
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Open our hearts, O Lord, that we may listen to the words of your Son
Alleluia.Open our hearts, O Lord, that we may listen to the words of your Son.Alleluia. “Open Our Hearts, O Lord” This Gospel Acclamation reminds us that hearing the words of Jesus is not simply a matter of listening with our ears. The heart must also be open. We can hear the Gospel many times and still miss what Christ is…
More Gospel Acclamations
Browse earlier Gospel Acclamations by date and open any entry to read the complete verse.
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I am the way, and the truth, and the life, says the Lord
Alleluia.I am the way, and the truth, and the life, says the Lord; no one comes to the Father, but by me.Alleluia. Jesus does not simply say that…
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I am the light of the world, says the Lord
Alleluia.I am the light of the world, says the Lord; he who follows me will have the light of life.Alleluia. There is something deeply comforting in this Alleluia:…
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Follow me, says the Lord, and I will make you fishers of men
Alleluia.Follow me, says the Lord, and I will make you fishers of men.Alleluia. Jesus does not simply ask us to believe in Him; He asks us to follow…
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The Lord has sent me to preach good news to the poor
Alleluia.The Lord has sent me to preach good news to the poor, to proclaim release to the captives.Alleluia. The Gospel is truly good news because Christ comes especially…
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A great prophet has risen among us, and God has visited his people
Alleluia.“A great prophet has risen among us, and God has visited his people”.Alleluia. The words “A great prophet has risen among us, and God has visited his people”…
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The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he has sent me to preach good news to the poor
Alleluia.The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he has sent me to preach good news to the poor.Alleluia. This Gospel Acclamation reminds us that the Holy Spirit…
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May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our hearts
Alleluia.May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our hearts that we might know what is the hope to which he has called us.Alleluia.…
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Watch, therefore, and be ready; the Son of man is coming at an hour you do not expect
Alleluia.Watch, therefore, and be ready; the Son of man is coming at an hour you do not expect.Alleluia. This Gospel Acclamation is a loving reminder that our Christian…
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Whoever keeps Christ’s word, in him truly love for God is perfected
Alleluia.Whoever keeps Christ’s word, in him truly love for God is perfected.Alleluia. This Alleluia reminds us that love for God is revealed not only by what we say,…
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The word of the Lord is living and active discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart
Alleluia.The word of the Lord is living and active discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.Alleluia. The Word of God does more than speak to our ears;…
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Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel
Alleluia.Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!Alleluia. “Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” is more…
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You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church
Alleluia.You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.Alleluia. The words of Christ remind us…