Nicholas	6 December	
	C	
	Lesser feasts and fasts (1997)	
	Bishop of Myra, ca. 342	
Part 1. English Rite I	
Introit	Visitabo	Cf. Ezekiel 34:11,23,24/Psalm 96:1	
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hus saith the Lord: I will seek out my sheep, and will set up shepherds who will feed them; and I, the Lord, will be their God. Psalm. O sing unto the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord, all the whole earth. Gloria Patri.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum, with Psalm verse added by editor			
Gloria in excelsis is omitted	
Collect			
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lmighty God, who in thy love didst give to thy servant Nicholas of Myra a perpetual name for deeds of kindness both on land and sea: Grant, we pray thee, that thy Church may never cease to work for the happiness of children, the safety of sailors, the relief of the poor, and the help of those tossed by tempests of doubt or grief; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.			
Epistle	1 John 4:7-14	
Gradual	Inveni David	Psalm 89:20,21/22	
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him; my hand shall hold him fast, and my arm shall strengthen him. Verse. The enemy shall not be able to do him violence; the son of wickedness shall not hurt him.			
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris Pontificis			
Alleluia	Justus ut palma	Psalm 92:1	
Alleluia, alleluia. Verse. The righteous shall flourish like a palm-tree, and shall spread abroad like a cedar in Lebanon. Alleluia.			
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Abbatum			
The Holy Gospel	Mark 10:13-16	
The Nicene Creed is omitted	
Collect after the Prayers of the People	
O God, whose heart is as the heart of a child: Hear our prayer for children who are suffering through the sin, hatred, and stupidity of men and women. In thy mercy restore to them what has been taken from them. Raise up fathers to the fatherless, mothers to the motherless, friends to the friendless. Wipe out from their souls the stain of misery and fear; and give back to them the trustfulness and untroubled joy which should be theirs. To those who look after them and teach them, grant them faith that thou art able to do this, and patient wisdom to cooperate with thee, for the sake of Jesus Christ, who, taking the children in his arms, blessed them, saying, “Of such is the kingdom of heaven.” Amen.	
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1276 (source not identified)	
Offertory	Veritas mea	Psalm 89:24	
My truth also and my mercy shall be with him, and in my Name shall his horn be exalted.			
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale			
Secret			
Hallow, O Lord, we pray, the gifts which we offer on the feast of the holy bishop Nicholas; that by them our life may be ever guided both in adversity and in prosperity; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.			
The Catholic missal (1935), St. Nicholas			
Preface of a Saint (1)	
Communion	Non vos me elegistis	John 15:16	
Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum			
Postcommunion Collect			
May the sacrifice, O Lord, of which we have partaken on the feast of thy holy bishop Nicholas, be our protection for evermore; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.			
The Catholic missal (1935), St. Nicholas			
Solemn Blessing			
May the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you and scatter the darkness from before your path; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.			
Book of Occasional Services (1991)			

Part 2. English Rite II	
Introit	Visitabo	Cf. Ezekiel 34:11,23,24/Psalm 96:1	
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hus says the Lord: I will seek out my sheep, and will set up shepherds who will feed them; and I, the Lord, will be their God. Psalm. Sing to the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord, all the whole earth. Gloria Patri.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum, with Psalm verse added by editor			
Gloria in excelsis is omitted	
Collect			
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lmighty God, in your love you gave your servant Nicholas of Myra a perpetual name for deeds of kindness both on land and sea: Grant, we pray, that your Church may never cease to work for the happiness of children, the safety of sailors, the relief of the poor, and the help of those tossed by tempests of doubt or grief; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.			
Epistle	1 John 4:7-14	
Odd years			Even years			
Gradual	Quanta patres	Cf. Psalm 78:3,4, with verses 4/5/6/7	Gradual	Sancti tui benedicant	Psalm 145:10, with verses 8,9/10,11/12,13	
The refrain is recited first by a leader or cantor and then repeated by the congregation. It is repeated again by all where indicated in the text.			The refrain is recited first by a leader or cantor and then repeated by the congregation. It is repeated again by all where indicated in the text.			
Refrain. What our ancestors have told us, we will not hide from their children.			Refrain. Your faithful servants bless you, O Lord; they make known the glory of your kingdom.			
V. We will recount to generations to come the praiseworthy deeds and the power of the Lord, * and the wonderful works he has done.
			V. The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, * slow to anger and of great kindness.			
			V. The Lord is loving to everyone * and his compassion is over all his works.			
Refrain.			Refrain.			
V. He gave his decrees to Jacob and established a law for Israel, * which he commanded them to teach their children;
			V. All your works praise you, O Lord, * and your faithful servants bless you.			
			V. They make known the glory of your kingdom * and speak of your power;			
Refrain.			Refrain.			
V. That the generations to come might know, and the children yet unborn; * that they in their turn might tell it to their children;
			V. That the peoples may know of your power * and the glorious splendor of your kingdom.			
			V. Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; * your dominion endures throughout all ages.			
Refrain.			Refrain.			
V. So that they might put their trust in God, * and not forget the deeds of God, but keep his commandments.						
Refrain.						
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Wednesday in the Third Week of Lent			Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Nicholas of Myra			
Alleluia	Evangelizare : prædicare	Luke 4:18,19	
Alleluia, alleluia. Verse. The Lord sent me to preach good news to the poor, and to set at liberty those who are oppressed. Alleluia.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), In Feriis Temporis Nativitatis a die 2 Januarii usque ad Sabbatum ante Festum Baptismatis Domini: Die 9 Januarii			
The Holy Gospel	Mark 10:13-16	
The Nicene Creed is omitted	
Collect after the Prayers of the People	
O God, your heart is as the heart of a child: Hear our prayer for children who suffer through the sin, hatred, and stupidity of men and women. In your mercy restore to them what has been taken from them. Raise up fathers to the fatherless, mothers to the motherless, friends to the friendless. Wipe out from their souls the stain of misery and fear; and give back to them the trustfulness and untroubled joy which should be theirs. To those who look after them and teach them, give them faith that you have the power to accomplish all this, and give them patient wisdom to cooperate with you, for the sake of Jesus Christ, who took children in his arms, blessed them, and said, “It is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs.” Amen.	
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1276 (source not identified); altered in Rite II	
Offertory	Veritas mea	Psalm 89:24	
My faithfulness and love shall be with them, and they shall be victorious through my Name.			
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale			
Secret			
Shepherd of Israel, your flock is never without care. Accept our grateful offering and grant that your Church may always rejoice in faithful pastors who are servants of Christ and stewards of your mysteries. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.			
The book of alternative services of the Anglican Church of Canada (1985), Common of a Pastor			
Preface of a Saint (1)	
Communion	Non vos me elegistis	John 15:16	
You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit, and that your fruit should remain.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum			
Postcommunion Collect			
Father, we thank you for your servant Nicholas, in whom we see the loving service of Christ. May we who receive these holy mysteries be faithful in the ministry to which you call us; through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.			
The book of alternative services of the Anglican Church of Canada (1985), Common of a Pastor			
Solemn Blessing			
May the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you and scatter the darkness from before your path; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.			
Book of Occasional Services (1991)			

Parte 3. Español	
Introito	Visitabo	Cf. Ezequiel 34:11,23,24/Salmo 96:1	
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sí dice el Señor: Yo mismo iré a buscar mis ovejas, y suscitaré pastores que las apacentarán; yo, el Señor, seré su Dios. Salmo. Canten al Señor cántico nuevo; canten al Señor, toda la tierra. Gloria Patri.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum; Salmo ed.			
Gloria in excelsis se omite	
Colecta			
O
mnipotente Dios, que con amor diste a tu siervo Nicolás de Myra un nombre perpetuo por las obras de amor que realizó tanto en la tierra como en el mar, concede que la Iglesia no cese nunca de trabajar por la felicidad de sus hijos, la seguridad de los marineros, el alivio de los pobres y el amparo de los sacudidos por las tempestades de la duda o de la aflicción. Por Jesucristo nuestro Señor, que vive y reina contigo y el Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios, por los siglos de los siglos. Amén.			
Epístola	1 Juan 4:7-14	
Años impares			Años pares			
Gradual	Quanta patres	Cf. Salmo 78:3,4, con versículos 4/5/6/7	Gradual	Sancti tui benedicant	Salmo 145:10, con versículos 8,9/10,11/12,13	
Un cantor o lector recita primero la antífona y el pueblo la repite. Todos la repiten otra vez cuando se indica en el texto.			Un cantor o lector recita primero la antífona y el pueblo la repite. Todos la repiten otra vez cuando se indica en el texto.			
Antífona. Lo que nuestros antepasados nos contaron, no lo encubriremos de sus hijos.			Antífona. Tus fieles siervos te bendicen, oh Señor; la gloria de tu reino declaran.			
V. Contaremos a las generaciones venideras las hazañas loables del Señor, y su poder, * y las maravillas que ha hecho.			V. Clemente y compasivo es el Señor, * lento para la ira y grande en misericordia.			
			V. Amante es el Señor para con todos; * su compasión está sobre todas sus obras.			
Antífona.			Antífona.			
V. Entregó sus decretos a Jacob; estableció su ley en Israel, * y mandó que la enseñasen a sus hijos.			V. Te alaban, oh Señor, todas tus obras, * y tus fieles siervos te bendicen.			
			V. La gloria de tu reino declaran, * y hablan de tu poder.			
Antífona.			Antífona.			
V. Para que lo supieran las generaciones siguientes y los hijos aún por nacer, * y para que a su vez lo contaron a sus hijos.			V. Para que sepan los pueblos de tus proezas, * de la gloria y magnificencia de tu reino.			
			V. Tu reino es reino eterno, * y tu dominio perdura para siempre.			
Antífona.			Antífona.			
V. A fin de que pusieran en Dios su confianza, y no se olvidaran de las obras de Dios, * sino que guardaran sus mandamientos.						
Antífona.						
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Wednesday in the Third Week of Lent			Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Nicholas of Myra			
Aleluya	Evangelizare : prædicare	Lucas 4:18,19	
Aleluya, aleluya. Versículo. El Señor me envió a evangelizar a los pobres, a predicar a los cautivos la libertad. Aleluya.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), In Feriis Temporis Nativitatis a die 2 Januarii usque ad Sabbatum ante Festum Baptismatis Domini: Die 9 Januarii			
El Santo Evangelio	Marcos 10:13-16	
El Credo Niceno se omite	
Colecta después de la Oración de los Fieles	
Oh Dios, tu corazón es como el corazón de un niño: Escucha nuestra oración para los niños que sufren por el pecado, el odio, y la tontería de hombres y mujeres. En tu piedad restáurales lo que les han quitado. Levanta padres a los sin padre, madres a los sin madre, amigos a los sin amigo. Borra de sus almas la mancha de miseria y temor; y devuélveles la confianza y la alegría libres de la molestia, lo que es su derecho. A los que los cuidan y enseñan, concédeles la confianza que tu poder puede cumplir todo esto, y dales la sabiduría paciente de cooperar contigo; por amor de Jesucristo, quien tomó a los niños en sus brazos, los bendijo, y dijo, “De los tales es el reino de Dios.” Amén.	
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1276 ; tr. ed.	
Ofertorio	Veritas mea	Salmo 89:24	
Mi amor y fidelidad lo acompañarán, y por mi Nombre será victorioso.			
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale			
Secreta			
Rogamos, Señor Dios, que santifiques estos dones que en la solemnidad de tu santo pontífice Nicolás te ofrecemos; para que por ellos nuestra vida sea en todas partes gobernada entre lo próspero y lo adverso; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén.			
Misal completo latino-español para uso de los fieles (1963), San Nicolás de Bari			
Prefacio de un Santo (1)	
Comunión	Non vos me elegistis	Juan 15:16	
No me habéis elegido vosotros a mí, sino yo os elegí a vosotros, para que vayáis y deis fruto, y vuestro fruto permanezca.			
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum			
Poscomunión			
Los sacrificios que hemos recibido, Señor, en la solemnidad de tu santo pontífice Nicolás, nos conserven con eterna protección; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén.			
Misal completo latino-español para uso de los fieles (1963), San Nicolás de Bari			
Bendición Solemne			
Que el Sol de Justicia resplandezca sobre ustedes y disipe las tinieblas en su caminar; y la bendición de Dios omnipotente, el Padre, el Hijo, y el Espíritu Santo, sea con ustedes y more con ustedes eternamente. Amén.			
Ritual para ocasiones especiales (1990)