3. In Blessed Michael You have given us an example
of work and temperance.
Help us to bear witness to the values of
evangelical poverty by our way of life.
4. You made Blessed Michael the faithful collaborator
of St. John Bosco and the person to continue his
work.
Grant also to us a filial spirit, so that we may
progress along the way of holiness.
5. You constituted Blessed Michael Rua as the
respon~ible leader of a religious Family in rapid
expansIOn.
Enlighten with Your Spirit of wisdom those
whom you call to guide the Salesian
Congregation.
The Our Father is recited.
CLOSING PRAYER
God our Father,
You have given to Your priest Blessed Michael Rua,
the spiritual heir of St. John Bosco,
the ability to form in the young Your divine image.
Grant also that we,
who are called to educate young people,
may make known the true countenance
of Christ, Your Son.
He is God and lives and reigns with You,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit, forever and ever.
Amen.
Memorial of
BLESSED MICHAEL RUA
October 29
MORNING PRAYER
Presider: God, come to my assistance ...
OPENING HYMN
[Frank R. Wolfram, SDB J
Melody: Aurelia: "The Church's One Foundation" 7676D
Alternate melodies:
St. Theodulph: "All Glory, Laud and Honor"
Ellecombe: "The Day of Resurrection"
We praise You, God the Father,
For all Your saints above,
Whose faith shone forth so brightly,
Who walked the way of Love.
They imitated Jesus,
They served Him well below
And, guided by the Spirit,
They help us You to .1mow.
All praise for Michael Rua,
Your faithful son and priest,
Who followed Saint John Bosco
And served those who were least.
With poverty resplendent,
He gave his all to You.
May we too be apos'tles
In all we say and do.
The PSALMODY is taken/rom the weekday.
