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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The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel
The Kingdom of God is not merely a promise for the future, it is God’s presence breaking into our lives today. Jesus calls us to turn away from…
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The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel
“The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel.” The Kingdom of God is not a distant promise, it begins wherever hearts are opened…
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I wait for the Lord, in his word I hope
“I wait for the Lord, in his word I hope.” Waiting is never easy, especially when we long for answers, healing, or a change in our circumstances. Yet…
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You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church
Today’s Gospel Acclamation reminds us that the Church is not built upon human strength, popularity, or passing generations, but upon the unwavering promise of Christ. When Jesus entrusted…
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You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation
Alleluia.You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation; declare the wonderful deeds of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.Alleluia. This…
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Christ took our infirmities and bore our diseases
This Gospel Acclamation reminds us that Christ did not remain distant from human suffering. He entered into it, carrying our pain, our weakness, and the burden of our…
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The Spirit of truth will bear witness to me, says the Lord
Alleluia. “The Spirit of truth will bear witness to me, says the Lord; and you also are witnesses.”Alleluia. Jesus never asked us to follow Him in silence. He…
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Blessed are the pure in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven
The Gospel Acclamation reminds us that true greatness in God’s Kingdom begins with a heart that is humble, sincere, and open to Him. To be pure in spirit is to…
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If a man loves me, he will keep my word, says the Lord
Jesus’ words, “If a man loves me, he will keep my word,” remind us that love for Christ is shown not only in what we say, but in how we…
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The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel
Alleluia.The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel.Alleluia. The Gospel Acclamation, “The kingdom of God is at hand; repent, and believe in the Gospel,” is…
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Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works
This acclamation reminds us that faith is never meant to be hidden. The light Christ places within us is meant to shine through our actions, our words, and…
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Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven
This short acclamation carries a powerful message of Christian hope. Jesus does not promise that the path of discipleship will always be easy, but He assures us that…