Today's Readings: OT Isaiah 29:17-24; Epistle 2 Corinthians 3:4-11; Holy Gospel: Mark 7:31-37

The Introit is: Psalm 70:2b, 4a; antiphon: Psalm 70:1-2a
 

COLLECT OF THE DAY: Almighty and merciful God, by Your gift alone Your faithful people render true and laudable service. Help us steadfastly to live in this life according to Your prom ises and finally attain Your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

DAILY READINGS: August 18: 2 Sam. 7:18–29; 1 Cor. 10:23–11:16; 19: 2 Sam. 11:1–27; 1 Cor. 11:17–34; 20: 2 Sam. 12:1–25; 1 Cor. 12:1–13; 21: 1 Kings 1:1–4, 15–35; 1 Cor. 12:14–31; 22: 1 Kings 2:1–27; 1 Cor. 13:1–13; 23: 1 Kings 3:1–15; 2 Cor. 1:1–22; 24: 1 Kings 5:1–18; 2 Cor. 1:23–2:17.