Collect · Jan 17, 2026 · WDTPRS

WDTPRS: a “liturgical unicorn” – 2nd Sunday after Epiphany (N.O.: 2nd Ordinary)

Novus Ordo2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time — Jan 17, 2027, Jan 16, 2028

Omnipotens sempiterne Deus, qui caelestia simul et terrena moderaris, supplicationibus populi tui clementer exaudi, et pacem tuam nostris concede temporibus.
Fr. Z’s literal rendering

Almighty eternal God, who at the same time do govern things heavenly and earthly, mercifully hearken to the supplications of Your people, and grant Your peace in our troubled times.

Media lies and political collaboration Open persecution of traditional Catholics Anarchy in the streets Active promotion of homosexualism Cancel culture in the Church Obsession with process Prelates of pornotheology celebrated, promoted, retained I can’t think of a time when it was more important to beg God for mercy and aid, now.

Read the full post on wdtprs.com →

The same prayer, discussed elsewhere