“In the Liturgy of the Hours which the Church from very early times has been accustomed to recite during the course of the day, she fulfils the command of the Lord to’ pray without ceasing’ and , while giving praise to God the Father, at the same time she intercedes for the salvation of the world.”
Decree – The Sacred Congregation for Divine Worship
The Church encourages priests, religious and laity to come together to recite the Office daily as a community. The Office comprises hymns, psalms, antiphons, readings from scripture and prayers which are read or recited following the cycle of the Church’s year.
At St Peter’s, morning and evening prayer takes place 15 minutes before weekday masses and all are welcome to join us. We have books containing the liturgies and although it can be a bit difficult to find your way round at first, someone will give you a hand – just ask!