Cyril and Methodius | 14 February
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| Lesser feasts and fasts (1997)
| Monk and Bishop, Missionaries to the Slavs, 869, 885
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 2084.
Part 1. English Rite I
Introit | Dicit Dominus Sermones | Cf. Isaiah 59:21; 56:5,7/Psalm 112:1

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hus saith the Lord: My words, which I have put in thy mouth, shall not depart out of thy mouth; I will give thee a name, and thy sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar. Psalm. Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord: he hath great delight in his commandments. Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Sancti Clementis I | |
Gloria in excelsis is omitted
Collect

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lmighty and Everlasting God, who by the power of the Holy Spirit didst move thy servant Cyril and his brother Methodius to bring the light of the Gospel to a hostile and divided people: Overcome, we pray thee, by the love of Christ, all bitterness and contention among us, and make us one united family under the banner of the Prince of Peace; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Epistle	Ephesians 3:1-7
Gradual | Sacerdotes ejus | Psalm 132:17/18
I will deck her priests with health, and her saints shall rejoice and sing. Verse. There shall I make the horn of David to flourish; I have ordained a lantern for mine Anointed. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Confessoris Pontificis II | |
Tract | Qui seminant | Psalm 126:6,7
They that sow in tears * shall reap with joy. | |
He that now goeth on his way weeping, * and beareth forth good seed, | |
Shall doubtless come again with joy, * and bring his sheaves with him. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Plurimorum Martyrum extra Tempus Paschale | |
The Holy Gospel	Mark 16:15-20
The Nicene Creed is omitted
Collect after the Prayers of the People
We thank thee, O God, for the saints of all ages; for those who in times of darkness kept the lamp of faith burning; for the great souls who saw visions of larger truths and dared to declare them; for the multitude of quiet and gracious souls whose presence has purified and sanctified the world; and for those known and loved by us, who have passed from this earthly fellowship into the fuller life with thee. Accept this our thanksgiving through Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Redeemer, to whom be praise and dominion for ever. Amen.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 584 (Fellowship Litanies)
Offertory | Mirabilis Deus | Psalm 68:36
O God, wonderful art thou in thy holy places; even the God of Israel, he will give strength and power unto his people; blessed be God. | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Plurimorum Martyrum extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secret | |
We ask, O Lord, that thou regard the prayerful offering of thy faithful, that it may be acceptable to thee on this festival day of thy saints, and may aid us to please thee; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Catholic missal (1935), SS. Cyril and Methodius, slightly altered | |
Preface of Apostles
Communion | Filius hominis venit | Mark 10:45
The Son of man came to give his life a ransom for many. | |
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum | |
Postcommunion Collect | |
We pray, Almighty God, that thou who deignest to bestow upon us heavenly gifts wouldst also grant us, through the intercession of Cyril and Methodius, thy saints, the grace to be detached from the things of earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Catholic missal (1935), SS. Cyril and Methodius | |
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 | Dicit Dominus Sermones | Cf. Isaiah 59:21; 56:5,7/Psalm 112:1

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he Lord says: my words, which I have put in your mouth, shall not depart out of your mouth; I will give you a name, and your sacrifices will be accepted on my altar. Psalm. Happy are they who fear the Lord, and have great delight in God’s commandments. Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Sancti Clementis I | |
Gloria in excelsis is omitted
Collect

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lmighty and Everlasting God, by the power of the Holy Spirit you moved your servant Cyril and his brother Methodius to bring the light of the Gospel to a hostile and divided people: Overcome all bitterness and strife among us by the love of Christ, and make us one united family under the banner of the Prince of Peace; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Epistle	Ephesians 3:1-7
Gradual | Jubilate : cantate | Psalm 98:5, with verses 1,2/3,4
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. Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing. | |
V. Sing to the Lord a new song, * for he has done marvelous things. | |
V. With his right hand and his holy arm * has he won for himself the victory. | |
Refrain. | |
V. The Lord has made known his victory; * his righteousness has he openly shown in the sight of the nations. | |
V. He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to the house of Israel, * and all the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God. | |
Refrain. | |
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Easter Vigil | |
The Holy Gospel	Mark 16:15-20
The Nicene Creed is omitted
Collect after the Prayers of the People
We thank you, God, for the saints of all ages; for those who in times of darkness kept the lamp of faith burning; for the great souls who saw visions of larger truths and dared to declare them; for the multitude of quiet and gracious souls whose presence has purified and sanctified the world; and for those known and loved by us, who have passed from this earthly fellowship into the fuller life with you. Accept our thanksgiving through Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Redeemer, to whom be praise and dominion for ever. Amen.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 584 (Fellowship Litanies); altered in Rite II
Offertory | Mirabilis Deus | Psalm 68:36
How wonderful is God in the holy places! the God of Israel giving strength and power to the people, blessed be God! | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Plurimorum Martyrum extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secret | |
Lord, may the gifts your people bring in memory of Saints Cyril and Methodius bring us your gifts from heaven. We ask this in the Name of Jesus the Lord. Amen. | |
The Roman missal. The sacramentary (1974), Common of Pastors. 8: For Founders of Churches | |
Preface of Apostles
Communion | Filius hominis venit | Mark 10:45
The Son of man came to give his life as a ransom for many. | |
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum | |
Postcommunion Collect | |
Lord, may this pledge of our eternal salvation which we receive on this feast of Saints Cyril and Methodius be our help now and always. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. | |
The Roman missal. The sacramentary (1974), Common of Pastors. 8: For Founders of Churches | |
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 | Dicit Dominus Sermones | Cf. Isaías 59:21; 56:5,7/Salmo 112:1

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ice el Señor: Mis palabras, que yo pongo en tu boca, no faltarán de tu boca; yo te daré un nombre, y tus sacrificios serán gratos en mi altar. Salmo. ¡Dichosos los que temen a mi Soberano, y de corazón se deleitan en sus mandamientos! Gloria Patri.

Graduale romanum (1961), Sancti Clementis I | |
Gloria in excelsis se omite
Colecta

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oderoso y eterno Dios, que por el poder del Espíritu Santo inspiraste a tu siervo Cirilo y a su hermano Metodio a llevar la luz del evangelio a un pueblo enemigo y dividido, haz que superemos toda amargura y contienda por amor de Cristo y seamos una familia unida bajo el estandarte del Príncipe de la paz. Que vive y reina contigo y el Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios, por los siglos de los siglos. Amén.

Epístola	Efesios 3:1-7
Gradual | Jubilate : cantate | Salmo 98:5, con versículos 1,2/3,4
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. Aclamen con júbilo al Señor, pueblos todos; levanten la voz, gócense y canten. | |
V. Canten al Señor cántico nuevo, * porque ha hecho maravillas. | |
V. Con su diestra, y con su santo brazo, * ha alcanzado la victoria. | |
Antífona. | |
V. El Señor ha dado a conocer su victoria; * a la vista de las naciones ha descubierto su justicia. | |
V. Se acuerda de su misericordia y de su fidelidad para con la casa de Israel; * los confines de la tierra han visto la victoria de nuestro Dios. | |
Antífona. | |
Gradual psalms, alleluia verses, and tracts for ... (1980-1990), Easter Vigil | |
El Santo Evangelio	Marcos 16:15-20
El Credo Niceno se omite
Colecta después de la Oración de los Fieles
Te damos gracias, Dios, por los santos de todos siglos, por los que en tiempos oscuros mantuvieron alumbrada la lámpara de la fe; por las grandes almas que vieron visiones de verdades mayores y se atrevieron a declararlas; por la muchedumbre de almas tranquilas y graciosas cuya presencia ha purificada y santificada el mundo; y por los que hemos amado y conocido, que han pasado desde esta hermandad terrestre hasta la vida más amplia contigo. Acepta nuestra acción de gracias por Jesucristo, nuestro Mediador y Abogado, a quien sean alabanza y dominio para siempre. Amén.
Prayers for every occasion (1974), no. 584 (Fellowship Litanies); tr. ed.
Ofertorio | Mirabilis Deus | Salmo 68:36
¡Cuán maravilloso es Dios en su santuario, el Dios de Israel, quien da fortaleza y poder a su pueblo; bendito sea Dios! | |
Graduale romanum (1961), Commune Plurimorum Martyrum extra Tempus Paschale II | |
Secreta | |
Te ofrecemos, Señor, este sacrificio de alabanza en honor de tus santos; que su protección poderosa nos defienda contra todos los males presentes y futuros; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén. | |
Misal de la comunidad (1976), Misas Comunes: Pastores. 1: Papas u Obispos (también se usa por San Cirilo y San Metodio) | |
Prefacio de los Apóstoles
Comunión | Filius hominis venit | Marcos 10:45
El Hijo del hombre ha venido a dar su vida en rescate por muchos. | |
Missale romanum cum lectionibus (1977), Commune Pastorum | |
Poscomunión | |
Señor, Dios nuestro, que estos sacramentos enciendan en nosotros el fuego de amor que abrasó el corazón de Santos Cirilo y Metodio y los impulsó a entregarse sin reserva al servicio de la iglesia; por Jesucristo nuestro Señor. Amén. | |
Misal de la comunidad (1976), Misas Comunes: Pastores. 1: Papas u Obispos (también se usa por San Cirilo y San Metodio) | |
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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