Saints LightCome, Holy Spirit
The opening line is an ancient antiphon from the Pentecost liturgy, the versicle comes from Psalm 103:30 (104:30 in most modern Bibles), and the closing prayer is the old collect of Pentecost. Pray it before study, work, a decision, or reading Scripture.
The prayer
Come, Holy Ghost, fill the hearts of Thy faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of Thy love.
V. Send forth Thy Spirit, and they shall be created.
R. And Thou shalt renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray. O God, who by the light of the Holy Ghost didst instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise, and ever enjoy His consolations. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
In Latin
Veni, Sancte Spiritus, reple tuorum corda fidelium, et tui amoris in eis ignem accende.
Pray it this week
Pray it this week before you start work or study each day, and before any decision you are unsure about.
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