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 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. Christ does not simply point us toward the…
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I long for you O Lord, my soul longs for his word – Alleluia
Alleluia.I long for you O Lord, my soul longs for his word.Alleluia. The deepest longing of the human heart is not for success, comfort, or recognition, but for…
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Our Saviour Christ Jesus abolished death and brought life
Alleluia.Our Saviour Christ Jesus abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel.Alleluia. Christ did not merely teach us about eternal life, He opened the…
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Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness
Alleluia.Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Alleluia. The Kingdom of Heaven belongs not to those who avoid every hardship,…
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This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him
Alleluia.This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him.Alleluia. The Father’s words at the Transfiguration reveal the heart of our faith. Jesus is…
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A great prophet has arisen among us, and God has visited his people
Alleluia.A great prophet has arisen among us, and God has visited his people.Alleluia. These words are a joyful proclamation that God has not abandoned His people. In Jesus,…
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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 These words are more than a declaration of faith; they are an invitation to trust…
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Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word
Alleluia.Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.Aleluia. Our bodies need food to live, but our hearts need…
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Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake
Alleluia.Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.Alleluia. Following Christ has never been measured by comfort, but by faithfulness. Jesus…
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The word of the Lord abides for ever
Alleluia.The word of the Lord abides for ever; that word is the good news which was preached to you.Alleluia. The Word of God is not bound by time…
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Open our hearts, O Lord, that we may give heed to the words of your Son
Alleluia.Open our hearts, O Lord, that we may give heed to the words of your Son.Alleluia. The prayer, “Open our hearts, O Lord,” reminds us that hearing God’s…
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I have called you friends, says the Lord
Alleluia.I have called you friends, says the Lord, for all that I have heard from my Father I have made known to you.Alleluia. What a beautiful gift it…