R. (12a)
Create a clean heart in
me, O God.
Have mercy on me, O God, in your goodness;
in the greatness of your compassion wipe out my offense.
Thoroughly wash me from my guilt
and of my sin cleanse me.
R.
Create a clean heart in me, O God.
A clean heart create for me, O God,
and a steadfast spirit renew within me.
Cast me not out from your presence,
and your Holy Spirit take not from me.
R.
Create a clean heart in me, O God.
Give me back the joy of your salvation,
and a willing spirit sustain in me.
I will teach transgressors your ways,
and sinners shall return to you.
R.
Create a clean heart in me, O God.
In the days when Christ Jesus was in the flesh,
he offered prayers and supplications with loud cries and
tears
to the one who was able to save him from death,
and he was heard because of his reverence.
Son though he was, he learned obedience from what he
suffered;
and when he was made perfect,
he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him.
Verse Before The Gospel JN
12:26
Whoever serves me must follow me, says the Lord;
and where I am, there also will my servant be.