Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Feast of St. Matthias - Apostle. Chosen by the Eleven

He had been a witness to the Lord's Resurrection, St. Matthias was chosen by the other Apostles to take the place of Judas, who denied Christ. Acts 1:15-26 tells of how he was numbered among the Twelve.
Canticle of Zechariah
Antiphon We must choose someone who was with us all the time that the Lord Jesus lived among us; he will take his place with us in giving witness to the Lord's Resurrection.

Prayer
Father you called St. Matthias to share in the mission of the Apostles, By the help of his prayers may we receive with joy the love you share with us and be counted among those you have chosen.

St. Matthias, pray for us!

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