God our Savior -
We give thanks for Mary’s words.
Our souls magnify You, and our spirits rejoice in You alongside the blessed Mary, the God-Bearer.
We give thanks for Mary’s words - for her reminders of what Your holy name has already done.
Given mercy from generation to generation. Shown strength. Scattered the proud’s thoughts. Brought down the powerful. Lifted up the lowly. Filled the hungry. Sent away the rich. Helped Your servant.
All done in remembrance of Your mercy and according to the promise made to Abraham and his descendants forever.
In the name of the One who has done great things for Mary and for us, we pray.
Amen.
(The Fourth Sunday of Advent is 12/19.)