Litanies are prayers to our Lord, his Blessed Mother, and the saints consisting of petitions and responses. Although traditionally used in church services, they can also be prayed in private devotions and may be sung.
The word “litany” itself comes from the Greek word “lite,” meaning “prayer” or “supplication.” In public worship, one person recites the first part of the prayer, followed by a response from the congregation (such as “pray for us”).
Lord, have mercy on us.Christ, have mercy on us.Lord, have mercy on us. Christ hear us.Christ graciously hear us.God the Father of Heaven,Have mercy on us.God the Son, Redeemer of the world,Have mercy on us.God the Holy Spirit.Have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, One God,Have mercy on us. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us.Our … Read more
Lord, have mercy on us.Christ, have mercy on us.Lord, have mercy on us. Christ, hear us.Christ, graciously hear us.God the Father of Heaven,have mercy on us.God, the Son, Redeemer of the world,have mercy on us.God the Holy Spirit,have mercy on us.Holy Trinity, one God,have mercy on us. Holy Mary, conceived without stain of original sin,pray … Read more
