Triumphal Entry (12 c. mosaic, Turkey)

The Way Home

"Rise now, my soul, handmaid of the Savior, join the procession of the daughters of Zion and go out to meet your King. Accompany the Lord of heaven and earth, seated on a donkey; follow him with olive and palm branches, with works of piety and with victorious virtues" (St. Bonaventure).
Divine Holy Spirit, take me into yourself in order to accompany Jesus further from the adoring crowd to the path of His passion, suffering, and death. Grant me joint intimacy with the Son's wounds so that I may drink fully the joy of His resurrection.
Amen.
(David Morrison)

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Increase our Faith

Lord, increase faith in your people and listen to our prayers. Today we honor Christ our triumphant King by carrying these branches. May we honor you every day by living always in him, for He is Lord for ever and ever.
Amen.
(Liturgy of the Hours)

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