Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Kosciol Niepokalanego Serca Najswietszej Maryi Panny
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"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all".
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"Heavenly Father, thank You for being our very own Heavenly Father, and for the gift of our earthly fathers, we give You praise. Thank you for waking us up to another blessed Sunday and Father's Day. We pray that You would bless and favor all fathers and give them the wisdom and strength to follow You, provide for their families and be a loving and supportive husband. For those fathers that have gone on to be with You, we ask that You comfort the children they left behind. In Jesus' name". Amen
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"A prayer for June, the month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus: "O most holy heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing. I adore You, I love You and with lively sorrow for my sins I offer this poor heart of mine. Make me humble, patient, pure and wholly obedient to Your will. Grant, Good Jesus, that I may live in You and for You". Amen.
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"Most Holy and adorable Trinity, one God in three persons. I praise You and give You thanks for all the favors You have bestowed on me. Your goodness has preserved me until now. I offer You my whole being and in particular all my thoughts, words, and deeds, together with all the trials I may undergo this day. Give them Your blessing. May Your divine love animate them and may they serve Your greater glory. I make this morning offering in union with the divine intentions of Jesus Christ, who offers Himself daily in the holy sacrifice of the Mass, and in union with Mary, His Virgin Mother and our Mother, who was always the faithful handmaid of the Lord".
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A Prayer for Ukraine:
"Loving God, we pray for the people of Ukraine,
for all those suffering or afraid, that You will be close to them
and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion,
strength and wisdom to guide their choices. We pray for the world
that in this moment of crisis, we may reach out in solidarity to our
brothers and sisters in need. May we walk in Your ways so that peace
and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for all the world".
Amen
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MASS SCHEDULE
(8:00 am Daily Mass is in the convent chapel Monday thru Saturday. Doors open at 7:30 am)
SATURDAY June 14
4:00 pm + Sophie, Frank, Kenneth & Michael Kolodziej
SUNDAY June 15
8:00 am + Walter, Richarda & James Jasinski 10:00 am + Krzysztof Kruger (10th Anniversary of Death)
12:00 pm Ron Young (Health & Blessings)
MONDAY June 16
8:00 am + Andrew Lutch
TUESDAY June 17
8:00 am + All Souls Intention
WEDNESDAY June 18
8:00 am For Our Parish Family
THURSDAY June 19
8:00 am Kimberley Cummings (Birthday Blessings)
FRIDAY June 20
8:00 am Evelyn Furman (Birthday Blessings)
6:00 pm + Bartosz Kazimierski
SATURDAY June 21
4:00 pm + Marya Grabowski
SUNDAY June 22
8:00 am + Cassandra Cornalius
10:00 am + Janina & Aleksander Kornatowski
12:00 pm + Teresa Maliszewski
+ Deceased
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Annual Mission Appeal at IHM Church - will be given the weekend of June 14-15, 2025 at all of our Masses by the Divine Word Missionaries. This appeal is a part of the Missionary Cooperation program for the Society of the Propagation of the Faith. There will be a second collection for this purpose.
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Changes in Our Mass Schedule Due to Fr. Panek's Departure - Since I will be at IHM myself, I plan to remove from our Mass schedule the 8:00 a.m. Saturday Mass beginning June 7th. Beginning Friday, June 6th, I will say the 6:00 p.m. Polish Mass. Polish and English languages will be used at the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Masses, and at the 6:00 p.m. Friday Masses indefinitely. Fr. Hudak.
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For Those Who Would Prefer an Entire Polish Mass and Confession in Polish - There are two neighboring parishes available: 1) St. Stanislaus, 3649 East 65th, (216-341-9091), Mass - 10:00 a.m., Confessions - 4:00 p.m. Saturdays. 2) St. Barbara, 1505 Denison Avenue, (216-661-1191), Mass - 11:00 a.m., Confessions - 10:15-10:45 a.m. Sundays.
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The 2025 Catholic Charities Follow-Up Appeal - took place May 31st & June 1st, in our parish and throughout the Diocese. If you missed the opportunity to give earlier this year, we invite you to consider making a gift today. All donations for this second collection will support the Help Me Grow program, which provides in-home support, education and essential items like diapers and formula to new parents throughout our Diocese. In 2024, this program helped over 400 families begin their parenting journey with confidence and care. The theme of this year's Appeal is "Make me a Channel of Your Peace". By supporting Help Me Grow, you're helping build stronger families and healthier communities. Envelopes for your donation can still be found on the seats of the church pews. Thank you!
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For Your Information There are Other Parishes in our Area Going Through Changes - Monsignor Richard Antall, the pastor of Holy Name parish has become the new pastor of Sagrada Familia parish, 7719 Detroit Ave., in Cleveland's near westside, because he speaks Spanish fluently. Father Bob Jasany, the pastor of St. John Nepomucene, will also be the pastor of Holy Name parish. Bishop Edward Malesic makes these kind of changes due to the shortage of priests. More priests are becoming pastors of two parishes. Pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Encourage your children and grandchildren to enter religious life or the priesthood.
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For Your Information: There are Two Other Parishes with Bilingual Masses (Polish & English) on Sundays - 1) St. John Cantius, 906 College Ave., (216-781-9095), 8:30 a.m. 2) St. Casimir, 8223 Sowinski Ave., (216-341-9091), 11:30 a.m.
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The Feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) is Sunday, June 22nd - to enhance the celebration and the outward sign of this solemnity, we will have Benediction after all of our Masses this weekend. We, the believing community, give witness to our faith through this public expression of our worship and ritual. We do this because of our love for Jesus Christ's real presence in the gift of the Holy Eucharist. This continues to be a part of the Nationwide Eucharistic Revival. There is some free literature on the card tables near the church doors about: 1) The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and 2) The Infinite Value of the Holy Mass.
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Peter's Pence Collection - Support our Holy Father, Pope Leo, in his charitable works. This collection provides him with funds he needs to carry out his most important charitable works. The proceeds benefit the most disadvantaged: victims of war, oppression, and natural disasters. Through your generosity, we can cast the peace of Christ upon the world. There is an envelope in your monthly mailed home packet for this purpose. For more information, (www.usccb.org/peters-pence). Donations for this purpose are due by Sunday, June 29th. Thank you!
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Independence Day is Friday, July 4th - We will celebrate a special 8:00 a.m. Mass for our country. Join your fellow parishioners and citizens in thankful prayer. This would be a wonderful way to begin the celebration of our nation's 249th anniversary of independence. We will gather to give thanks to God for all the blessings which have been bestowed upon our country. All are welcome.
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Catholic Renewal Ministries' 42nd Annual Conference - is Saturday, July 26th, 2025 at St. Albert the Great Parish Life Center, 6667 Wallings Road, North Royalton. This year's theme is "The Joy of the Lord is My Strength". Guest speakers will be Dr. Jaci Sabol, a neuropsychologist, who is a longtime worship leader and speaker on the faith and who serves on the board of Faith on Fire!; Dave Van Vickle, a popular speaker who presents on topics related to spiritual warfare, our call to holiness, and authentic Catholic spirituality, and Fr. Bob Franco, the Bishop's Liaison for Charismatic renewal in the Cleveland Diocese. Auxiliary Bishop Michael G. Woost will be celebrant for the Vigil Mass, and Matt Fafrak will lead us in contemporary praise music throughout the day and evening. Visit the CRM website: (www.crmweb.org) or call 440-944-9445 for more information. Advance registration postmarked by Wednesday, July 16th, is $40, and at the door $50. Come, as we praise and exalt Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit and celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025.
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Mark Your Calendars for the FEST!! Sunday, August 3, 2025 - The FEST is an inspiring day of faith, family and fun - all for FREE! Come and hear the best of the Contemporary Christian Artists: Maverick City Music, Danny Gokey, Ben Fuller and Seph Schlueter. There's something for everyone at the FEST from meaningful displays to faith-based crafts and activities for the kids. You can visit the Marc's Mom's Relaxation Station along with getting your favorite summer foods and family friendly prices! This is the 25th anniversary of the FEST held on the campus of the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe, Ohio, 28700 Euclid Avenue. The day begins at 12 noon and continues until 8 pm when we come together for a beautiful outdoor Mass followed by an amazing American Fireworks Display. For all the details, go to: (www.theFEST.us).
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How Well is the Blue Envelope Doing? - You may recall my explanation about the Diocese of Cleveland's "Keeping the Faith" program on the weekend of November 19, 2023 at all of our Masses. Parishes without schools have been asked by Bishop Malesic to partner with a parish with a school. IHM parish is partnering with St. Stanislaus Elementary school through the use of the blue envelope found in your monthly mailed home packet of envelopes. The amount donated to the school: 1) (10-28-24) $1,266.00. 2) (5-19-25) $2,151.00: total $3,417.00. Weekly in the church bulletin, we put the amount of money that has been donated through the use of this blue envelope. Thank you to all who have been able to participate. Father Ralph Hudak.
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Borromeo Seminary Challenge Scholarship Golf Outing - is Monday, June 30, 2025 at Red Tail Golf Club (new location), 4400 Nagel Rd., Avon. Registration and lunch (10:30am-Noon), Shotgun start (Noon), dinner, prizes, raffle (5:30 pm). All proceeds to benefit first year seminarians at Borromeo Seminary. More information (440-943-7631) or (CLE.priesthood.org). A brochure with complete information can be found on the church bulletin board near Fr. Hudak's confessional room. Non-golfers can participate in this event with activities in the clubhouse. Register for dinner.
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Retrouvaille - "A Lifeline for Married Couples", a unique program to strengthen and heal your marriage - June 20-22, 2025 with post-weekend sessions from June 19-August 3. If you are looking for help with your marriage, Retrouvaille is here to help. Whether you are struggling with communication, feel distant or have significant issues you've been unable to resolve, you'll find hope and tools that make a difference. This program is supported by the Cleveland Diocese. Retrouvaille brings new hope for healing and reconciliation. To register or request more information about our upcoming weekend, call 216-509-0301, or go to www.helpourmarriage.org, or email 3031r@helpourmarriage.org.
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Pre-Cana Days at the Jesuit Retreat Center - located at 5629 State Road in Parma (https://www.jesuitretreatcenter.org) or call 440-884-9300. Register-on-line: Click ON "Retreats & Programs", go down to "Pre-Cana". Dates are on Sunday 2025: August 24. Cost $80. 12:30-6:30 p.m. Topics to be covered include: Communication, Sexuality, Everyday Living and the Sacrament of Marriage. The day will include prayer, presentations, couple sharing (most important part of the day), Mass and dinner. Dress is casual. Register early. To view other parish programs, go to: Diocese of Cleveland.org/Pre-Cana.
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For IHM Parishioners Information: Plumbing Repairs in the School - Most of the pipes in the school are decades old. When leaks occur, we have tried to take care of them, but in most cases, this was a bandage solution. The boys bathroom on the second floor and the girls bathroom on the first floor required a completely new set of PVC drain pipes, etc.
$15,200.00 (3-24-25) boys urinals
$11,150.00 (3-25-25) boys toilets
$849.00 (3-27-25) preliminary investigation of problems
$16,567.00 (4-04-25) girls toilets
Sal's Heating & Cooling Co. in North Royalton did the work. Father Ralph Hudak
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Please Join US! Hot Meal Program Every Thursday - Please join us at the St. John Paul II Ozanam Center located at Holy Name Church, 8328 Broadway Avenue, for a hot meal. Dinner is served in the Parish Hall every Thursday between 4:00-5:30 p.m. NO TAKE-OUTS!
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Available Mass Dates in August & September - Please consider scheduling a Mass for your beloved death or any other special date. Also, remember that the Saturday 8:00 am Mass has been reinstated until Saturday, May 31st. In August: 17th - 8a, 21st - 8a, 24th - 10a and 31th - 8a & 12p. In September: 5th - 6p, 11th - 8a, 16th - 8a, 17th - 8a, 19th - 6p, 24th - 8a and 28th - 8a &10a.
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Parish Pre-Cana Sites Programs - Go to the diocese website for the list: https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/offices/parish-life/marriage-and-family-ministry/marriage/pre-cana.
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Mass Intention Book for 2025 was opened on June 25, 2024 - To schedule in person, please come to the rectory on Monday & Friday, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. The stipend for a Mass intention is the Diocesan recommended $10. Only two weekend Masses will be permitted per every five intentions scheduled. To accommodate those with a work-schedule, homebound or traveling a long distance conflict, we will accept requests in writing. These may be mailed to the rectory (6700 Lansing Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44105) or place in the Sunday collection basket. Please mark the envelope, "Mass Intentions", include in it your name, phone number, the name for whom the Mass is intended, Mass date and time, and stipend. Make checks out to "Immaculate Heart of Mary Church". If you have a special anniversary to celebrate, DO NOT WAIT until the last minute to schedule it!
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Protecting God's Children - The Diocese of Cleveland's "Protecting God's Children" program is a continuing effort to instruct and inform everyone about the protection of children from sexual abuse. To report any past or present suspected inappropriate behavior toward children by priests, deacons, religious, lay ecclesial ministers or personnel associated with the Church, please contact the Diocesan response Service Office at 216-334-2999 or via email at (responseservices@dioceseofcleveland.org). You are also asked to immediately inform local authorities about inappropriate behavior.
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Weekly Donations:
06/01/2025 - $2,777.00 (R&R) - $167.00
06/07/2025 - $2,341.00 (R&R) - $165.00
Keeping the Faith - $80.00
"Thank You" to all who have donated to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in these difficult times. You remain in my prayers. Fr. Ralph Hudak
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Standing with Moms in Need (for your information) - "The Catholic Church has a long history of service to those who are most vulnerable and remains the largest private provider of social services in the United States. Through the sacrificial efforts of faithful Catholics, the Church serves millions through diocesan ministries and agencies, Catholic hospitals and schools and parishes. From religious communities to pregnancy care centers, from refugee resettlement services to foster care and adoption agencies, and form maternity homes to parish based ministries, the Church consistently bears witness in word and deed to the beauty and dignity of every human life - including both mother and child" (U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops).
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Information for Senior Age People - If you have an IRA retirement account and you are 70 1/2 years or older, please consider an IRA Charitable Rollover to benefit your Parish, Catholic Charities, Priestly Formation, Catholic Education or another ministry in the Diocese of Cleveland and/or a "Not for Profit" organization in the community. For more information read some of the material place on the church bulletin board and in the two pamphlet racks near the confessionals.
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Are You in the Process of Moving? - In order to serve you the best way possible, we need your current information. Any changes in your family information should be updated with the Parish Office. Thank You!
************************************************************************************************************************** "A Closer Walk with Thee" - (CCA Monthly Grief Support E-Newsletter) - Subscribe to the Catholic Cemeteries Association's monthly grief support e-newsletter, "A Closer Walk with Thee". This e-newsletter is emailed the first Tuesday of each month to any family/individual who has expressed an interest in our bereavement programs. To subscribe to this valued grief support resource, visit: https://www.clecem.org/Information/Bereavement.aspx and click the tan signup box on the right side, contact Rhonda (rabrams@clecem.org) or call 216-930-4866. You can also click this link and go directly to the signup (https://bit.ly/ccabereavementbulletin).
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Catholic Cemeteries Association Grief Support/ "In-Office" and "Virtual" - We continue to provide free monthly grief support groups in two formats: In-Office (3pm) and Virtually (5pm). Our Grief Support Groups meet the 3rd Sunday of every month. Meetings are open discussion format, surrounding a monthly topic or whatever is on your heart. They do not build off each other so you can stop in any monthly and fit right in. If you are not yet able to talk about your grief, just come to listen and be in the presence of those who understand. The June 22nd topic is "Loss of a Spouse". We offer a comfortable, private and safe environment where you are free to explore your grief. Catholic Cemeteries Association follows the guidelines set by the CDC, the State of Ohio and the Diocese of Cleveland regarding COVID-19 protocols. We do however strongly suggest that those not yet vaccinated or who are otherwise vulnerable, continue to wear a facemask. CCA will continue to follow strong hygiene practices and encourage all who are ill to stay at home. Our Virtual Grief Support Group and our monthly grief support e-newsletter are excellent alternatives for individuals who are not able to join us in person for Grief Support. In Office: 3-4:00 pm at St. Joseph Cemetery, Avon (new office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Akron (office); Holy Cross Cemetery, Brookpark (office); Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland (office); All Saints Cemetery, Northfield (office) and All Souls Cemetery, Chardon (office). Virtual: 5-6:00 pm via ZOOM follows the same monthly topic discussion as the in-office groups. Sign-up at http://bit.ly/ccavirtualgriefsupportgroup to receive login information and the handout materials. You can join virtually from any Wi-Fi enabled are via computer, laptop, smartphone, or even without Wi-Fi (via audio only) from your analog phone. If you do not have Wi-Fi or email, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866. Your RSVP for both In-Person and Virtual Grief Support is appreciated but not required to attend. For more information or if you have questions, please contact Rhonda at 216-930-4866 or rabrams@clecem.org.
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Practicing Spiritual Communion - When the faithful are unable to physically attend Mass, they should be recommended to practice "spiritual communion", an act to which the saints have given a consistent witness. Spiritual communion is a traditional practice of expressing to the Lord our longing for Him and our desire for Him to enter our hearts. St. Theresa of Avila (1515-82) said: "When you do not receive Communion and you do not attend Mass, you can make a spiritual communion, which is a most beneficial practice; by it the love of God will be greatly impressed on you". While there is no formula prescribed by the Church to make to an act of spiritual communion, prayers composed by various saints are part of the Church's rich treasury of devotions. One of the more popular acts of spiritual communion comes from St. Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787): "My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You". Amen
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The Sunday television Mass can be seen at 10:00 am on WUAB Channel 43 - This provides viewers with an opportunity to take part in the weekly celebration of the Mass at a much more convenient time. In addition, WUAB 43 is an over-the-air station that is accessible even to those without cable TV. Those with cable TV need only check their local cable system listing to determine where WUAB is located on their local channel line-up. The weekly TV Mass is produced by the Diocese of Cleveland. It originates from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. The televised Mass has been a staple of religious programming on Northeast Ohio airwaves for decades, cultivating a dedicated and faithful following. It is hoped that viewers will continue to tune in on this new station at this new, more convenient time. The TV Mass can also be accessed on demand starting Saturday evening and running throughout Sunday on the Diocese of Cleveland website, www.dioceseofcleveland.org. In addition, the Mass can be heard on the radio on AM 1260 The Rock at 4:00 pm on Saturdays and 10:30 am on Sundays. Also, radio station WINT-1330 AM airs the Mass each Sunday at 9:00 am and Cox Communications cable subscribers can view the Mass on Sunday at 11:30 am on channel 45, and cable station 18 EWTN has its own Sunday and weekday (8:00 am, Noon & 7:00 pm) schedule of Masses. In addition to the Holy Mass, AM 1260 The Rock offers numerous opportunities for prayer throughout the day. The Holy Rosary at 5:30 am and 9:30 pm and the Divine Mercy Chaplet: 5:00 am Monday thru Friday; 3:00 pm Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Please visit am1260therock.com for their full schedule.
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The Mass is the Greatest of Prayers - Some reasons for Mass Intentions are an expression of our faith, belief in life after death, belief in the power of prayer to help the deceased during their time of purification (souls in purgatory), for a particular person or persons who have died, for an anniversary of death, wedding anniversary, for health, alcohol-drug addiction, financial help, peace in the world, for our government, a happy death, respect for life, Devotion to Mary or other special intentions.
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THE MAGNIFICAT
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
my spirit rejoices in God my Savior
for He has looked with favor on His lowly servant.
From this day all generations will call me blessed:
the Almighty has done great things for me,
and holy is His Name.
He has mercy on those who fear Him
in every generation.
He has shown the strength of His arm,
He has scattered the proud in their conceit.
He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,
and has lifted up the lowly.
He has filled the hungry with good things,
and the rich He has sent away empty.
He has come to the help of His servant Israel
for He remembered His promise of mercy,
the promise He made to our fathers,
to Abraham and His children forever.
THE MEMORARE
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known,
that anyone who fled to thy protection,
implored thy help,
or sought thy intercession,
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence,
I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins,
my Mother.
To thee do I come,
before I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate,
despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy hear and answer me.
Amen
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