PRAY THE PSALMS WITH THE CHURCH
Responsorial Psalm
Read today’s Responsorial Psalm and browse the psalms appointed for Catholic Mass, presented by date for prayer and reflection.
Today’s Responsorial Psalm
Join the prayer of the Church with today’s psalm response and verses from the Catholic liturgy.
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The Lord is close to all who call him
“The Lord is close to all who call him.” Taken from Psalm 145: 18a There are moments when God can seem far away, especially when prayers appear unanswered, when suffering continues, or when we simply do not know what to do next. Psalm 145 gives us a beautiful assurance: God is not distant from those who sincerely seek Him. His…
More Responsorial Psalms
Browse earlier Responsorial Psalms by date and select any entry to read the complete response and verses.
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I will walk in the presence of God, in the light of the living
“I Will Walk in the Presence of God, in the Light of the Living” There is something deeply reassuring in these words from Psalm 56. The Psalmist has…
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When I awake, I shall be filled with the vision of your presence, O Lord
“When I Awake, I Shall Be Filled with the Vision of Your Presence, O Lord” Psalm 17 gives voice to a heart that has discovered that God Himself…
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Give praise to the Lord, for he is good
“Give Praise to the Lord, for He Is Good” Psalm 118 calls us to praise God not only when life is going well, but because God Himself is…
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Blessed the People the Lord Has Chosen as His Heritage
“Blessed the People the Lord Has Chosen as His Heritage” Psalm 33 reminds us that one of the greatest blessings of faith is simply this: we belong to…
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We are his people, the sheep of his flock
“We are his people, the sheep of his flock,” is a beautiful reminder that we do not walk through life alone. We belong to God. Like a loving shepherd…
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Never forget the deeds of the Lord
Response: “Never forget the deeds of the Lord!”(Taken from Psalm 78:56–57, 58–59, 61–62; Response: 7b) The Psalm is both a reminder and a warning. It recalls how easily God’s…
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The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger and rich in mercy
“The Lord Is Compassionate and Gracious, Slow to Anger and Rich in Mercy” Psalm 103 gives us a beautiful picture of the heart of God. He knows our…
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A thanksgiving sacrifice I make to you, O Lord
“A Thanksgiving Sacrifice I Make to You, O Lord” Psalm 116 comes from the heart of someone who has experienced the goodness of God and realizes that gratitude…
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How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord of hosts
“How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place, O Lord of Hosts!” Psalm 84 expresses something deeper than admiration for a beautiful place of worship. It is the longing of…
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Lead me, Lord, in the way everlasting
“Lead Me, Lord, in the Way Everlasting” Psalm 139 brings us before a God who knows us completely. He knows when we sit and when we rise, understands…
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Listen, O daughter; pay heed and give ear
“Listen, O Daughter; Pay Heed and Give Ear.” This Psalm begins with something every life of faith requires: the willingness to listen. Before God asks us to act,…
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I will greatly rejoice in the Lord
“I Will Greatly Rejoice in the Lord.” Today’s Responsorial Psalm reminds us that Christian joy is deeper than simply feeling happy when life is going well. The psalmist…