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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The Lord has shown his deliverance to the nations
The refrain, “The Lord has shown his deliverance to the nations,” reminds us that God’s saving love is not hidden or reserved for a select few. Throughout history, and most…
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Lift up the light of your face on us, O Lord
There is a beautiful simplicity in this response: “Lift up the light of your face on us, O Lord.” It is the prayer of a heart that longs not merely…
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Our help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth
There is something deeply comforting about this response: “Our help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” It reminds us that we are never left to…
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O Jerusalem, glorify the Lord
There is a joyful confidence in this Psalm’s response: “O Jerusalem, glorify the Lord!” Praise is the natural response of a heart that recognizes God’s goodness. The Psalm…
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My mouth will tell of your salvation, Lord
There is something beautiful about the confidence of the psalmist: “My mouth will tell of your salvation, Lord.” A heart that has experienced God’s goodness cannot remain silent.…
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The lovers of your law have great peace, Lord
There is a profound connection between God’s truth and lasting peace. The Psalm does not say that those who love God’s law will never face difficulties; rather, it…
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O Lord, make me know your ways
There is a beautiful humility in this prayer: “O Lord, make me know your ways.” The psalmist does not ask God to bless his own plans, but to…
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To you, O Lord, have I lifted up my eyes
Responsorial Psalm is “To you, O Lord, have I lifted up my eyes.“ There is a quiet humility in this Psalm that speaks deeply to the soul. “To…
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O Lord, you have been our refuge, from generation to generation
There is great comfort in these words: “O Lord, you have been our refuge, from generation to generation.” Everything around us changes. People come and go, circumstances rise…
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O my God, I trust in you
There is a quiet confidence in this Psalm that speaks straight to the heart. The psalmist does not say, “I understand everything” or “I have no fears.” Instead,…
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You are to be praised and highly exalted forever
There is something majestic in this response: “You are to be praised and highly exalted forever.” It lifts the heart above passing troubles and reminds us that God’s…
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The Lord comes to judge the earth
“The Lord comes to judge the earth.” Response is taken from psalm 96 verse 13b There is something solemn and steady in this response: “The Lord comes to…