October 17
The commemoration of Saint Hosea the prophet, who, using not only words but also the events of his own life, pointed out to the unfaithful people of Israel the Lord, a spouse always faithful and moved by infinite mercy.
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May Holy Mary and all the saints intercede to the Lord for us, that we may merit to be helped and saved by him who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
V. Precious in the sight of the Lord
R. Is the death of his holy ones.
V. May the Lord bless us, protect us from all evil, and bring us to everlasting life. And may the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in pace.
R. Amen
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