The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, or The Purification of the Blessed Virgin

The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple

La présentation de Jésus au Temple (The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple), by James Tissot (1836–1902). Brooklyn Museum, via Wikimedia

Almighty and everliving God, we humbly beseech thy Majesty, that, as thy only–begotten Son was this day presented in the temple in substance of our flesh, so we may be presented . . . → Read More: The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, or The Purification of the Blessed Virgin

Saint Bride (Bridget)

Saint Brigid's cross

Saint Brigid’s cross by Culnacreann – Own work. Licensed under CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Eternal Father, who willest thy children to seek the kingdom of thy dear Son as their chief treasure, and the good that is above all good: Grant us the single heart of blessed Bride, thy Virgin, . . . → Read More: Saint Bride (Bridget)