Cornelius the Centurion | 4 February
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| Lesser feasts and fasts (1997)
This feast day, if it occurs in Lent, should be commemorated by using the proper for the Lenten Weekday, and using this collect at the conclusion of the Prayers of the People. However, if a full proper is desired this one may be used. If this feast occurs before Ash Wednesday, use instead proper 2074.
Part 1. English Rite I
Introit | Lætabitur justus | Psalm 64:10/1

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he righteous shall rejoice in the Lord, and put his trust in him; and all they that are true of heart shall be glad. Psalm. Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer; preserve my life from the fear of the enemy. Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis II | |
Gloria in excelsis is omitted
Collect | |

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 God, who by thy Spirit didst call Cornelius the Centurion to be the first Christian among the Gentiles: Grant to thy Church, we beseech thee, such a ready will to go where thou dost send and to do what thou dost command, that under thy guidance it may welcome all who turn to thee in love and faith, and proclaim the Gospel to all nations; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Lesson	Acts 11:1-18
Gradual | Justus dum ceciderit | Psalm 37:25/27
Though the righteous fall, he shall not be cast away; for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand. Verse. He is ever merciful, and lendeth, and his seed is blessed. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis II | |
Tract | Beatus vir ... sæculi | Psalm 112:1-3
Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord; * he hath great delight in his commandments. | |
His seed shall be mighty upon earth; * the generation of the faithful shall be blessed. | |
Riches and plenteousness shall be in his house, * and his righteousness endureth for ever. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris Pontificis | |
The Holy Gospel	Luke 13:22-29
The Nicene Creed is omitted
Collect after the Prayers of the People
Show us, O Lord and Master, in this new day in which we are called to witness for thee, how we may effectively present thy claims to those who are outside thy Church. May thy Holy Spirit fill us with love for them and deepen our understanding of their needs; and grant that our lives as well as our lips may so commend thee to them that they may come to find in thee the Way to the Father, the Truth that sets them free, and the Life that is life indeed; for the glory of thy Name. Amen.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1417 (Frank Colquhon)
Offertory | Posuisti | Psalm 21:3,4
Thou hast set, O Lord, a crown of pure gold upon his head; he asked life of thee, and thou gavest him a long life. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secret | |
Grant us, we pray, Almighty God, that the offering which we humbly make may be well-pleasing to thee in memory of thy saints, and may cleanse us both in body and in soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Catholic missal (1935), Mass no. 21, Of a Confessor | |
Preface of Pentecost
Communion | Qui mihi | John 12:26
If any man would serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Postcommunion Collect | |
We pray, Almighty God, that we who have partaken of food from heaven, may, through the intercession of blessed Cornelius, be strengthened by it against all harm; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Catholic missal (1935), Mass no. 21, Of a Confessor | |
Prayer over the People | |
The Celebrant turns to the people and says: | |
Let us pray. | |
The Deacon [or Celebrant] says: | |
Bow down before the Lord. | |
The people kneel. The Celebrant, with arms outstretched over the people, continues: | |
Grant, most merciful Lord, to thy faithful people pardon and peace, that they may be cleansed from all their sins, and serve thee with a quiet mind; through Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The book of occasional services (1991) | |
A short form of blessing may be added, followed by a dismissal. | |

Part 2. English Rite II
Introit | Lætabitur justus | Psalm 64:10/1

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he righteous will rejoice in the Lord and put their trust in God, and all who are true of heart will glory. Psalm. Hear my voice, O God, when I complain; protect my life from the fear of the enemy. Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis II | |
Gloria in excelsis is omitted
Collect | |

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 God, by your Spirit you called Cornelius the Centurion to be the first Christian among the Gentiles: Grant to your Church such a ready will to go where you send and to do what you command, that under your guidance it may welcome all who turn to you in love and faith, and proclaim the Gospel to all nations; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Lesson	Acts 11:1-8
Gradual | Rectos decet | Psalm 33:1, with verses 2,3/4,5/20,21
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. It is good for the just to sing praises. | |
V. Praise the Lord with the harp; * play to him upon the psaltery and lyre. | |
V. Sing for him a new song; * sound a fanfare with all your skill upon the trumpet. | |
Refrain. | |
V. For the word of the Lord is right, * and all his works are sure. | |
V. He loves righteousness and justice; * the loving-kindness of the Lord fills the whole earth. | |
Refrain. | |
V. Our soul waits for the Lord; * he is our help and our shield. | |
V. Indeed, our heart rejoices in him, * for in his holy Name we put our trust. | |
Refrain. | |
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), First Book of Common Prayer | |
The Holy Gospel	Luke 13:22-29
The Nicene Creed is omitted
Collect after the Prayers of the People
Show us, Lord and Master, in this new day when we are called to witness for you, how we may effectively present your claims to those who are outside your Church. Let your Holy Spirit fill us with love for them and deepen our understanding of their needs; and grant that our lives as well as our lips may so commend you to them that they may come to find in you the Way to the Father, the Truth that sets them free, and the Life that is life indeed; for the glory of your Name. Amen.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1417 (Frank Colquhon); altered in Rite II
Offertory | Posuisti | Psalm 21:3,4
You set, O Lord, a crown of fine gold upon his head; he asked you for life and you gave it to him. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secret | |
God of our salvation, your love for all the world is endless. May all we offer you this day renew our dedication to your mission; in the Name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen. | |
The book of alternative services of the Anglican Church of Canada (1985), Common of a Missionary | |
Preface of Pentecost
Communion | Qui mihi | John 12:26
Those who serve me must follow me; and where I am, there shall my servant be also. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Postcommunion Collect | |
Father, may we who share in these holy mysteries receive health of body and mind, and a continual will to witness to your Gospel. We ask this in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The book of alternative services of the Anglican Church of Canada (1985), Common of a Missionary | |
Prayer over the People | |
The Celebrant turns to the people and says: | |
Let us pray. | |
The Deacon [or Celebrant] says: | |
Bow down before the Lord. | |
The people kneel. The Celebrant, with arms outstretched over the people, continues: | |
Grant, most merciful Lord, to your faithful people pardon and peace, that they may be cleansed from all their sins, and serve you with a quiet mind; through Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The book of occasional services (1991) | |
A short form of blessing may added, followed by a dismissal. | |

Parte 3. Español
Introito | Lætabitur justus | Salmo 64:10/1

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l justo se alegrará en el Señor, y confiará en él; se gloriarán todos los de recto corazón. Salmo. Escucha, oh Dios, la voz de mi lamento; guarda mi vida del temor del enemigo. Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis II | |
Gloria in excelsis se omite
Colecta | |

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h Dios, que por tu Espíritu llamaste al centurión Cornelio para que fuera el primer cristiano entre los gentiles, otorga a la Iglesia una voluntad semejante de ir adonde mandes y realizar lo que ordenes, para que bajo tu guía sean bienvenidos todos los que acudan a ti con fe y amor y proclamen el evangelio a todas las naciones. Por Jesucristo nuestro Señor, que vive y reina contigo y el Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios, por los siglos de los siglos. Amén.

Lección	Hechos 11:1-8
Gradual | Rectos decet | Salmo 33:1, con versículos 2,3/4,5/20,21
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. A los rectos es conveniente la alabanza. | |
V. Celebren al Señor con arpa; * táñale con salterio y decacordio. | |
V. Cántenle canción nueva; * toquen la trompeta con destreza; | |
Antífona. | |
V. Porque recta es la palabra del Señor, y toda su obra es hecha con fidelidad. | |
V. El ama justicia y juicio; * de la misericordia del Señor está llena la tierra. | |
Antífona. | |
V. Nuestra alma espera al Señor; * nuestra ayuda y nuestro escudo es él. | |
V. Por tanto en él se alegra nuestro corazón, * porque en su santo Nombre confiamos. | |
Antífona. | |
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), First Book of Common Prayer | |

El Santo Evangelio	Lucas 13:22-29
El Credo Niceno se omite
Colecta después de la Oración de los Fieles
Muéstranos, Señor y Soberano, en est día nuevo cuando somos llamados a testificar por ti, cómo presentar efectivamente tus demandas a los que estén fuera de tu Iglesia. Que tu Espíritu Santo nos llene de amor para con ellos y profundice nuestro entendimiento de sus necesidades; y concede que tanto nuestras vidas como nuestros labios te les encomienden a ellos de tal manera que ellos encuentren en ti el Camino al Padre, la Verdad que los liberta, y la Vida que es vida de veras; por la gloria de tu Nombre. Amén.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 1417 (Frank Colquhon); tr. ed.
Ofertorio | Posuisti | Salmo 21:3,4
Corona de oro fino, oh Señor, has puesto sobre su cabeza; vida te demandó, y se la diste. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secreta | |
Te ofrecemos, Señor, el sacrificio de alabanza en conmemoración de tus santos; por cuya mediación confiamos librarnos de los males presentes y venideros; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén. | |
Misal completo latino-español para uso de los fieles (1963), 1a. de un Confesor no Pontífice | |
Prefacio de Pentecostés
Comunión | Qui mihi | Juan 12:26
Si alguno me sirve, que me siga, y donde yo esté, allí estará también mi servidor. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Unius Martyris non Pontificis extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Poscomunión | |
Alimentados con el manjar y bebida celestial, te rogamos humildemente, Señor, que seamos defendidos con los ruegos del santo en cuya memoria los hemos recibido; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén. | |
Misal completo latino-español para uso de los fieles (1963), 1a. de un Confesor no Pontífice | |
Oración sobre el Pueblo | |
El Celebrante se vuelve frente al pueblo y dice: | |
Oremos. | |
El Diácono [o Celebrante] dice: | |
Póstrense de hinojos delante del Señor. | |
El Pueblo se arrodilla.  El Celebrante, con brazos extendidos sobre el pueblo, continúa: | |
Concede a tu pueblo fiel, Señor muy misericordioso, perdón y paz, para que sea limpio de todos sus pecados y te sirva con mente sosegada; por Cristo nuestro Señor. Amén. | |
Ritual para ocasiones especiales (1990) | |
Se puede añadir una fórmula corta de bendición, seguida por una despedida. | |

Anglican Gradual and Sacramentary
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