Prayer

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Evening Prayer (Liturgy of Vespers) for the Ariëns  KSE community, Wednesdays, 18.00h 17.30h at Vrijhof 507, University of Twente.

Upcoming Evening Prayer dates: 19th August, 26th August, both times at 17:30h (earlier than usual, so it fits better in the Kick In programme).

We pray for the Pope’s prayer intention for the month of August 2026:

Source: popesprayer.va

For evangelization in the city.
Let us pray that in large cities often marked by anonymity and loneliness we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community.
— Let us pray to the Lord.

We pray for the Pope’s prayer intention for this week:

Source: vatican.va

After last Sunday's Angelus Prayer at St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV shared the following:

Dear brothers and sisters,

In my prayers, I often remember the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially in light of the spread of the Ebola epidemic, which is sadly claiming many lives. I encourage on the part of the international community a response that also involves local communities in efforts of prevention, so that many human lives may be saved.

I am also close to the people of the Central African Republic, who are mourning the victims of the collapse at a mine in Zamboyé. May the Lord receive those who have lost their lives and sustain efforts to ensure safety and respect for the law at mining sites.

— Let us pray to the Lord.

We pray for the intentions of the Ariëns community:

For Ariëns KSE.
That those still looking for a room will find one soon.
That those doing exams, finalising their projects, their thesis, will succeed.
And we pray in thanksgiving for the people we meet through Ariëns. We ask the Lord to help us grow as a group where Catholic students feel at home. Inspire us to spread the joy of the Gospel.
— Let us pray to the Lord.

For our priests.
We pray for their well being. May the Holy Spirit give them the joy and strength to fulfill their ministry.
— Let us pray to the Lord.

For peace in all places of conflict.
We pray for peace in the world, especially in Ukraine, the Middle-East, and the parts of Africa torn by violence. We also pray for peace and charity with the people  we encounter in our every day life. Lord Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make our hearts like unto yours.
— Let us pray to the Lord.

Magnificat

My + soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, †

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior *

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed: †

the Almighty has done great things for me, *

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him *

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm, *

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, *

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things, *

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel *

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

the promise he made to our fathers, *

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, *

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now, *

and will be for ever. Amen.

Saint Michael the Archangel

St Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle.
Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray,
and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits,
who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.