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Oblatio Matutina

Morning Offering

The traditional prayer offering the entire day’s works, joys, and sufferings to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer Thee my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day,

for all the intentions of Thy Sacred Heart, in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world,

for the salvation of souls, the reparation of sins, the reunion of all Christians, and in particular for the intentions of the Holy Father this month.

Amen.

Canonical English doxology prayer text used in liturgical and private devotion across the United States.

Spiritual Meaning

About this Prayer

Originated with the Apostleship of Prayer in the nineteenth century, the Morning Offering consecrates our day from its very first waking moment to God in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

Devotional Context

When is it Prayed?

This prayer is traditionally woven into the Holy Rosary, liturgical celebrations, the Divine Office, or personal morning and evening examinations of conscience.

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